Michael J Rivera, LSW

About

Therapist in Delran, NJ. Works with Anxiety, Behavioral Issues and Coping Skills. Sees clients online only. Takes Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, United Healthcare and other plans. Accepting new clients.

Areas of expertise

• Anxiety
• Coping Skills
• Depression
• Family Conflict
• Peer Relationships
• Relationship Issues

Types of therapy

• Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)A structured, practical therapy that looks at how thoughts, feelings and actions affect each other, and teaches skills for changing unhelpful thinking and habits.
• Dialectical Behavior (DBT)A skills-based therapy grown out of CBT. Teaches ways to manage intense emotions, get through crises, stay present and handle relationships.
• Motivational InterviewingA collaborative style of conversation that helps people explore mixed feelings about a change and find their own reasons to make it.
• Person-CenteredA warm, non-directive approach: the therapist listens with empathy and without judgment, and trusts the person to find their own direction.
• Strength-BasedFocuses on the strengths, skills and resources a person already has, and builds on them to meet challenges.

More details

Sessions

Online only

Accepting new clients

Yes

Specialties

Anxiety, Behavioral Issues, Coping Skills, Depression, Dual Diagnosis, Family Conflict, Peer Relationships, Relationship Issues

Insurance

Aetna, Blue Cross, Blue Shield, BlueCross and BlueShield, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield, UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH

Fees

Individual sessions $150, couple sessions $250; sliding scale available

Payment methods

American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Ages

Preteen, Teen, Adults

Works with

Individuals, Couples, Family

Languages

English

Gender

Male

Education

Fordham University

Other offices

Newark, 07104

Education & qualifications