Amilinda Rivera, MSW, NY | Psychotherapist

About Amilinda Rivera

Focus areas

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Play Therapy

Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)

Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)

Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)

Clientele seen

Children (<13)

Adults (25-64)

Teenagers (13-17)

Seniors (65+)

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Play Therapy

Dialectical (DBT)

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Identity

Gender

Female

Faith

Christian

Languages spoken

American Sign Language, English

Getting to know Amilinda Rivera

Life can feel overwhelming when emotions are hard to navigate or when we’re unsure why we feel stuck. My goal is to create a relationship where you can be vulnerable and explore what’s beneath the surface, to better understand yourself, your “why,” and what truly matters to you. Together, we’ll work on identifying patterns, building emotional regulation, and finding tools that support healing and growth. Whether it’s increasing self-esteem, learning new ways to cope, or reconnecting with your authentic self, my approach is about helping you move from simply surviving to truly thriving. Through a blend of evidence-based approaches such as CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and solution-focused techniques, I provide practical tools to manage emotions, build confidence, and create lasting change. My role is guiding you in discovering your strengths, deepening self-awareness, and learning how to respond to life’s challenges with clarity and confidence. Invest in yourself. You’re worth the time. You deserve to feel confident in who you are and capable of creating the life you want. I’m here to walk alongside you as you become the best version of yourself — grounded, self-aware, and whole.

What should a new client know about working with you?

My goal is to create a relationship where you can be vulnerable and explore what’s beneath the surface, to better understand yourself, your “why,” and what truly matters to you. Together, we’ll work on identifying patterns, building emotional regulation, and finding tools that support healing and growth.

What is your typical process for working with clients?

My role is guiding you in discovering your strengths, deepening self-awareness, and learning how to respond to life’s challenges with clarity and confidence. Invest in yours

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Out-of-pocket fees and assistance

Initial session: $120 for 50 minutes

Ongoing session: $120 for 50 minutes

Popular visit reasons

Agoraphobia

Hoarding Disorder

New Patient Visit

Pain Management Consultation

Psychosexual Evaluation

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Agoraphobia

Hoarding Disorder

New Patient Visit

Pain Management Consultation

Education and background

Practice names

Spark Wellness

Education and training

New York University, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1609738632

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Amilinda Rivera?

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Is Amilinda Rivera accepting new patients?

Amilinda Rivera generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Amilinda Rivera's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

Does Amilinda Rivera accept my insurance?

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Can I make an appointment with Amilinda Rivera online?

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What practice does Amilinda Rivera work with?

Amilinda Rivera works with Spark Wellness.

What are common reasons for patients to see Amilinda Rivera?

Amilinda Rivera frequently sees patients for New Patient Visit, Pain Management Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Amilinda Rivera on their profile.