Jessica Rivera, LCSW, UT | Psychotherapist

What patients are saying

Overall rating

5.00

“I am so grateful for my therapist. She listens to me and really helps me. I am so grateful for the guidance I have gotten that has helped me improve my mental health”

Less than 6 months ago

“I always leave my sessions with Jessica feeling lighter and with a deeper understanding of myself. Very grateful for her help.”

More than 1 year ago

About Jessica Rivera

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Adults (25-64)

Seniors (65+)

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Narrative

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Motivational Interviewing

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Jessica Rivera

If you are looking to find more joy and meaning in your life, improve relationships, manage stress, learn new coping skills, and reconnect with your most authentic self, I want to know your story. You are not alone in this journey. I view therapy as a collaborative partnership where you are the expert in your life experience, values, and strengths while I provide guidance to explore meaning and purpose in your life. We will do the hard work together to tailor therapy to meet your unique goals and needs. You can expect a non-judgmental, empathetic, direct approach during therapy with me. I utilize Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing. I also incorporate self-compassion, mindfulness, and nervous system awareness in my work. I hold a Master’s in Social Work from the University of Chicago and have been in the social work field for 20 years. I have extensive experience helping people explore issues related to depression, anxiety, crisis, relationship conflict, life transitions, and negative self-beliefs. For the past 14 years, I have worked as an oncology social worker supporting people dealing with chronic illness, pain, grief, loss, and caregiver burnout. I also support healthcare professionals in managing compassion fatigue, secondary trauma, and work/life balance. I am committed to providing a space that is anti-racist, LGBTQIA+ affirming, body positive, and social justice oriented. I enjoy knitting, outdoor concerts, trying new restaurants, camping, watching cleaning videos, and baking.

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After scheduling your appointment through Zocdoc, you will receive a follow-up email from Tava with instructions to complete the necessary registration in our patient portal, including insurance and payment details. Placing a credit card on file is required to process insurance billing and any applicable deductible-related charges. Please complete your registration within 24 hours to ensure a smooth check-in and avoid delays in accessing care. If registration is not completed in time, we may not be able to verify your insurance coverage, which could result in unexpected out-of-pocket costs for your visit. Per our office policies, a fee may be charged for missed appointments or late cancellations.

Popular visit reasons

Anxiety

Bereavement / Grief Counseling

Depression

Domestic Violence

LGBTQ+ Counseling

Mental Illness

Psychotherapy

Therapy

Anxiety

Bereavement / Grief Counseling

Depression

Domestic Violence

Education and background

Practice names

Tava Health

Education and training

The University of Chicago, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1457042988

Patient reviews

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Overall rating

5.00

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Jessica is always rescuing me and grateful for her