What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
About Claudia Rivas
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Individuals
Treatment approaches
Trauma Focused
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Somatic
Intervention
Identity
Gender
FemaleEthnicity
Hispanic or Latinx
Languages spoken
English, Spanish
Getting to know Claudia Rivas
I am Claudia Rivas, LCSW - licensed clinical social worker - clinical supervisor and a somatic therapist dedicated to deep intersectional healing.
When you are living with intense or long-standing PTSD, traditional talk therapy can feel like it only scratches the surface. True healing requires addressing how trauma lives in your nervous system. In my practice, I blend the body-centered approach of Somatic Experiencing with the practical, grounding tools of talk therapy, which include CBT, DBT, and solution-focused interventions.
My clinical framework is deeply informed by my experience providing direct care to individuals and clinical supervision to clinicians within county and community mental health settings. Having worked extensively with severely mentally ill and disenfranchised populations, I understand the intricate nuances of systemic trauma, chronic depletion, and the profound burnout that impacts frontline workers. Additionally, I specialize in supporting professionals of color and women navigating the unique micro- and macro-aggressions that occur in corporate or private sectors lacking genuine commitment to inclusion, helping them process the daily triggers of working in non-allied spaces. I offer a specialized, protective space for helpers, healers, healthcare workers, corporate professionals, and activists who find their own trauma triggered by the weight of their roles.
As a cisgender woman of color, my work operates through an intersectional, decolonized framework that honors how institutional misogyny functions as a modern tool of colonization. You will never have to exhaust yourself explaining systemic oppression, cultural burdens, or the unique fatigue of community-facing work here—we begin our sessions with that understanding already built in. Together, we will help your body and mind find safety, processing severe trauma without leaving your lived experience, your professional realities, or your cultural identity at the door.
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Payment is due after each session and will be charged with your card on file for any portion of patient responsibility. Receipts will be provided at the time of the charge. This typically takes place 2-4 weeks after the session, once your insurance has had a chance to process the claim. We try our best to verify eligibility, but it is ultimately your responsibility to check coverage and out-of-pocket costs for services. For out-of-network visits, you will be billed at the provider’s self-pay rate, and we can provide an invoice for you to submit to your insurance for potential out-of-network reimbursement based on your plan’s benefits.
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- San Francisco State University, Master's in Social Work
NPI number
1316275605
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What practice does Claudia Rivas work with?
Claudia Rivas works with Grow Therapy.
What are common reasons for patients to see Claudia Rivas?
Claudia Rivas frequently sees patients for Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, Sleep Problems, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Claudia Rivas on their profile.
What languages does Claudia Rivas speak?
Claudia Rivas speaks English and Spanish.