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Dr. Natalia Rivera

Practical therapy grounded in cognitive behavioral care

LCSW, CSW Georgia

Experience
13 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Anger
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages
English
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About Natalia

Dr. Natalia Rivera draws on a practical, evidence-informed approach rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy while also integrating Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Client-Centered methods, DBT skills, and EMDR when appropriate.

Background and approach

She frames therapy as a collaborative process, helping clients identify patterns of thought and behavior that contribute to stress, anxiety, depression, grief, sleep difficulties, anger, and struggles with self-esteem. Her background includes work with trauma and abuse, and she supports people navigating parenting challenges and life transitions.

Rivera brings 13 years of professional experience and holds clinical social work licensure in both Georgia and North Carolina. Her style is described as warm, interactive, and direct; she aims to be empathic and nonjudgmental while providing honest feedback delivered with kindness.

Clients work with her to set clear goals, track progress, and adjust the plan as needed, whether addressing adoption and foster care concerns, substance-related struggles, or issues around isolation and life purpose. Sessions focus on practical strategies and skill building tailored to each person’s needs.

Dr. Rivera offers services in English and provides multiple session formats to fit different schedules and preferences.

Integrating evidence-based approaches with flexible online care

Dr. Rivera commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients identify and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns; CBT is often useful for anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and stress management. She also employs Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, which focuses on clarifying values and building psychological flexibility to cope with painful feelings while pursuing meaningful actions. When appropriate, client-centered techniques guide sessions with empathic listening and collaboration to create a supportive space for personal exploration.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Dr. Rivera works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their goals, needs, and preferences. She adjusts strategies over time and tracks progress so interventions remain aligned with what is most helpful.

Online therapy with her is available through multiple formats including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for busy schedules and for people who prefer remote care. These options make it easier to receive consistent support, practice skills between sessions, and maintain continuity of care regardless of location within the therapist's service area.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does this therapist address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, sleep problems, anger, low self-esteem, trauma and abuse, parenting challenges, and coping with life changes, along with many related issues such as substance concerns and isolation.
What is her general therapeutic style and approach?
Her approach combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, client-centered principles, DBT skills, and EMDR when appropriate, delivered in a warm, interactive, and honest manner.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 13 years of professional experience working in clinical settings, including significant work with trauma-related concerns.
What credentials and location information are available?
She holds LCSW and CSW credentials with licensure listed as NC LCSW C009986 and GA LCSW CSW006608 and practices from Georgia.
Which languages are offered and are international clients accepted?
Services are provided in English, and she is not currently accepting international clients.
In what session formats can clients meet with her?
She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.
How are costs and scheduling handled?
Cost varies depending on location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What steps are required to begin working together?
To start therapy, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseAnger managementSelf esteemDepression

Also works with

GriefSleeping disordersParenting issuesCoping with life changes

Additional focus areas

Adoption and foster careBlended family issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFirst responder issuesGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Motivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

13+ years

Licensed

Georgia, North Carolina

Languages

English