Licensed clinical social worker recordGeorgia
Dr. Natalia Rivera, LCSW, CSW
Georgia
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Trauma and Stress
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- Credentials
- LCSW, CSW
- Licensed in Georgia
- LCSW, licence CSW006608
- Licensed in North Carolina
- LCSW, licence C009986
- NPI
- 1821458720
- Experience
- 13 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Georgia
These details come from information Natalia supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.
AAbout
- ACT and CBT methods
- EMDR for trauma
- Parenting and sleep
About Natalia
Dr. Natalia Rivera is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in North Carolina and Georgia with 13 years of clinical experience. She works with adults on common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, grief, sleep problems, anger, self-esteem, parenting, trauma, and coping with life changes.
Before moving into civilian practice, she served as an active duty Army officer and worked in Military Treatment Facilities. That background shaped how she approaches trauma, combat-related stress, and military sexual trauma. She also has experience addressing substance use and first responder-related issues.
Her work combines practical, talk-based methods and skills practice. Sessions often include cognitive-behavioral strategies to change unhelpful thinking and behavior, acceptance-based ideas to manage difficult feelings, and client-centered techniques that focus on what matters most to the person. She may also use EMDR for trauma-related memories when appropriate.
Dr. Rivera provides counseling for adults over 18. She also offers behavior modification or Applied Behavioral Analysis for children under 18 who have a documented neurological diagnosis, when that service is indicated.
Her military experience means she is familiar with adoption and foster care concerns, blended family adjustments, communication problems, control issues, and the stress that follows natural or human-caused disasters. She works with isolation, guilt, impulsivity, and life-purpose questions that often come up in midlife or veteran-related transitions.
BHow sessions work
How Dr. Rivera’s approaches translate to online sessions
Dr. Rivera uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in ways that fit well to talk-based, skills-focused sessions. ACT helps people notice thoughts and feelings without getting caught up in them, and supports choosing actions that match personal values. CBT targets the patterns of thinking and behavior that keep problems like anxiety and depression going, and builds concrete coping skills.She also works from a client-centered stance, which means she collaborates with the person to set goals and to try methods that feel practical. Deciding which approach to use is part of the early work together. The therapist will help identify goals, try methods, and adjust the plan based on how things are working.
Confirm current session formats before booking, as the biography does not list formats explicitly. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. For some people, being able to meet without commuting helps keep momentum between appointments. If you have questions about how sessions will run, ask about session length, structure, and any materials to prepare before your first appointment.
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Experience
13+ years
Listed in
Georgia, North Carolina
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, sleep issues, anger, self-esteem, parenting concerns, trauma and coping with life changes.
What is her general therapy style?
She uses a mix of client-centered, cognitive-behavioral, and acceptance-based methods, and can include EMDR for trauma when appropriate. Sessions focus on skills, practical strategies, and collaborative planning.
How long has she worked in this field?
She has 13 years of experience, including time as an active duty Army officer working in military treatment settings.
Is she licensed to practice in my state?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with licensure in North Carolina (NC LCSW) and Georgia (GA LCSW) and practices from Georgia.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can I work with her if I live outside the U.S.?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
How are sessions scheduled and how much do they cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time; specific rates depend on where you live.
What do I do to begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers