About Michael Rivera
Focus areas
Adult Psychotherapy
Betrayal Trauma
Personal Development Counseling
Anxiety
Depression
Validation Therapy
Bereavement / Grief Counseling
Narcissistic Abuse Recovery
Clientele seen
Adults (25-64)
Seniors (65+)
Individuals
Treatment approaches
Compassion Focused
Interpersonal
Family Systems
Person-Centered
Humanistic
Psychoanalytic
Identity
Gender
MaleSexuality
StraightFaith
ChristianEthnicity
Hispanic or Latinx, White
Languages spoken
English
Getting to know Michael Rivera
“I have a lot of respect for people who go to counseling. They are some of the bravest people I know.”
~ Michael Rivera, LPC
When you think of yourself, you picture a different life than the one you live each day. In it, you are more alive, accept yourself as you are, and make things happen that have great meaning to you. You are not simply enduring another day. And you don’t secretly worry that something’s seriously wrong with you. In THAT life, you haven’t missed the boat.
Up till today, that life has only lived inside of you. Maybe you haven’t told anyone or dared to hope it could become reality. But you can’t let it go, fearing the life you settled for might be all there is. And it keeps you up at night.
But you haven’t given up. Something inside keeps you going. Hoping. Wondering. On something more.
Sometimes, something unexpected shakes you to the core. An emotional uprising telling you to act soon! For your health, well-being, family, or soul. That urgency awakens all people at least once in their life, full of fears and possibilities.
But you can’t. You won’t. Big, important risks? It’s too much. You know logically it would be better for you and those around you. Your reluctance isn’t sound. Yet, you just can’t move. Bottom line: you are afraid to fail. If you don’t succeed, you’ll be crushed and defeated, showing you and the world you weren’t good enough. You may already feel defeated because you tried and failed before. So, we settle. We live the life we have and tell ourselves it doesn’t matter that much anyway.
But what if things are different this time?
The journey of a thousand miles begins with one wonderful step. Let’s work together. You’ll be glad you did.
Michael Rivera holds a Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology from Mercer University Atlanta Campus and a Bachelor’s degree from Southeastern University.
What should a new client know about working with you?
20 Years Experience
Expert Counselor
University Professor
Ordained Minister
What is your typical process for working with clients?
The deeper your wound, the greater my hope. Let's work together.
Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $310 for 50 minutes
Ongoing session: $210 for 50 minutes
More information on payments and coverage
HSA and FSA eligible. Credit card or debit card only.
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Mercer University Atlanta Campus, Master's in Counseling Psychology
- Southeastern University (Bachelor's)
NPI number
1104964675
How soon can I make an appointment with Michael Rivera?
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Is Michael Rivera accepting new patients?
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Does Michael Rivera accept my insurance?
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What practice does Michael Rivera work with?
Michael Rivera works with Parkwood Counseling.
What are common reasons for patients to see Michael Rivera?
Michael Rivera frequently sees patients for Anxiety, Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Michael Rivera on their profile.
What languages does Michael Rivera speak?
Michael Rivera speaks English.