Victoria Rivera, Therapist in New York, New York — Zencare
Victoria Lee Rivera
Victoria Lee Rivera
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Victoria Lee Rivera
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Victoria Lee Rivera

Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
New York Accepting Online
Manhattan Accepting In-person
Updated October 6, 2021

Specialties & Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Self-esteem
  • Women's issues
  • Work stress
  • Stress management
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Professional statement

Victoria Rivera is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker located in New York, NY. Many of Victoria’s clients have trouble with their thoughts - whether that’s feeling overwhelmed with rumination, frustrated with unhealthy thought patterns, or feeling disconnected from their values. These feelings often show up in times of stress or anxiety, grief, or after trauma. Victoria works with each client on finding what works for them to feel more comfortable in daily life.

Victoria’s unique approach to sessions with clients draws from holistic wellness therapy. Her framework consists of discovering imbalances in the many dimensions of our lives: physical, emotional, spiritual, and financial just to name a few. By raising awareness on these parts of life, Victoria then supports her clients as they navigate through changes and towards feeling better.

Victoria earned her Master’s degree in Social Work from Columbia University. She augmented her training by earning a certificate in Psychodynamic Psychotherapy from the NYU School of Psychoanalytic Education as well as a certificate from the Institute of Integrative Nutrition. She brings her extensive experience with mindfulness practices and meditation into sessions to set a calm yet intentional atmosphere for clients to talk through their journey.

Message to clients

Utilizing a holistic approach in my practice, I like to think of myself more like a therapeutic guide. Life is not easy and while we all try to be intentional about the choices we make we ultimately want to feel better, have better relationships with others and most importantly improve the relationship we have with ourselves.

Since the beginning of time we have struggled toward an understanding of how the mind works and what can be done when it isn’t functioning properly. In our work together, we will gain a deeper understanding of how your mind and body works for and sometimes against you.

We live in a time where we have more information about us as humans and our environment. I work to understand you, by blending traditional psychotherapy, mindfulness, neuroscience, biology and nutrition even behavioral economics! We look at all the contributing factors that affect how you feel and to help you not only understand why you feel stressed, anxious, overwhelmed and/or depressed but we also work on implement lifestyle and behavioral changes that will help you to live a better, more purposeful life. At the end of the day that is what is important, that you feel like your life is meaningful. If this resonates with you please feel free to reach out. Take care of yourself!

Specialties

Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)

Self-esteem - Cultivating self-compassion, assertiveness, and confidence; developing ways to reduce suffering, anxiety, social withdrawal, and self-neglect

Women's issues - Therapy tailored to common concerns among women; providing a safe and understanding space to address life challenges, stressors, and questions around identity as a woman

Work stress - Managing overwhelming stress and expectations; increasing effective ways of restoring and maintaining emotional stability and health; addressing challenging relationships with coworkers and bosses

Stress management - Strengthening effective ways of coping with the stress of life and change; managing expectations of self and others

General expertise

Treatment approaches

Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Couples
  • Parents

Insurance

Victoria Rivera is not in-network with any insurances.

Read about the benefits of seeing an out-of-network provider here.

Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions: $300 (50min)
  • Initial session: $300 (60min)
  • Couples sessions: $450 (75min)
  • Family sessions: $450 (75min)

Additional session information

Out-of-network billing options

This provider can support you in getting reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network reimbursement. Here are the out-of-network billing options they provide:

  • Super billing
  • Courtesy billing
Payment options
  • Cash
  • Credit Card
  • Debit Card
  • PayPal
  • Venmo
Session frequency

Frequency of sessions this provider offers to see clients once you are an established client.

  • Weekly

Location(s)

Online Sessions (New York)
Accepting new clients online
Currently Available Times
  • Morning (Before 10am)
  • Daytime (10am - 1pm)
  • Afternoon (1pm - 5pm)
  • Evening (After 5pm)
  • Weekends
Regular Hours
  • Mon Please inquire about hours
  • Tue Please inquire about hours
  • Wed Please inquire about hours
  • Thu Please inquire about hours
  • Fri Please inquire about hours
  • Sat Please inquire about hours
  • Sun Please inquire about hours
Manhattan practice
Accepting new clients in-person
Currently Available Times
  • Morning (Before 10am)
  • Daytime (10am - 1pm)
  • Afternoon (1pm - 5pm)
  • Evening (After 5pm)
  • Weekends
Regular Hours
  • Mon 8am-6pm
  • Tue 9am-7pm
  • Wed 8am-6pm
  • Thu None
  • Fri 8am-6pm
  • Sat Please inquire about hours
  • Sun Please inquire about hours

Work and Education

Years of Experience: 20 years

Interborogh Developmental Consultation Center, Clinical Supervisor , 2016 - Present
William F Ryan CHC, Senior Clinical Social Worker, 2004 - 2016

NYU Psychoanalytic Association of New York , Adult Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, 2014
Columbia University , Masters in Social Worker , 2002
Colgate University , BS in Liberal Arts, Major in Psychology and Religion , 1999

Licensure

New York: 077226

Languages

English