Melissa Rivera, LMFT, CA | Psychotherapist

What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.53

About Melissa Rivera

Focus areas

Anxiety

Depression

Racism Issues

Bereavement / Grief Counseling

LGBTQ+ Counseling

Couples Therapy

Life Transition

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Adults (25-64)

Couples

Seniors (65+)

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Dialectical (DBT)

Strength-Based

Motivational Interviewing

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latinx

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Melissa Rivera

My work is with adults helps them explore their interlocking identities, discover their path, and navigate through the adjustments to new responsibilities and demands of adulthood, like enrolling in college, adjusting to school, and/or work life, moving away from family, or moving back in with family. I help adults who experience feelings of anxiety, depression, fear, or defeat from the pressures of work-life, family, relationships, self-criticism, addiction, and other co-occurring disorders. I offer support to the experiences unique to the LGBTQQIA+ community. Part of my practice is also devoted to creating a safe space and validating the often-discounted struggles of ethical vegans, animal advocates, and people who are grieving the loss of their animal family members. I will work with you to build and apply safe coping skills to assist in breaking through your obstacles and challenges, despite your circumstances. I am a therapist at Octave, a behavioral health practice creating a new standard for mental health care that’s both high-quality and accessible. To learn more about my availability, please reach out to our Client Experience team by emailing or calling.

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Popular visit reasons

Anxiety Disorder

Depression

New Patient Visit

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Young Adult Issues

Anxiety Disorder

Depression

New Patient Visit

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Education and background

Practice names

Octave

Education and training

Phillips Graduate University, Master's in Psychology

NPI number

1659650265

Patient reviews

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Overall rating

4.53

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Melissa Rivera?

Generally, Melissa Rivera has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Melissa Rivera's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.

Is Melissa Rivera accepting new patients?

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

Does Melissa Rivera accept my insurance?

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Can I make an appointment with Melissa Rivera online?

Yes, you can make an appointment online with Melissa Rivera using Zocdoc. It’s simple, secure, and free.

What practice does Melissa Rivera work with?

Melissa Rivera works with Octave.

What are common reasons for patients to see Melissa Rivera?

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