Daisy Rivera

Hello, and I am so glad you found your way here.

There are moments in life when the ways we have learned to cope no longer feel like they are working. Perhaps you find yourself feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, stuck in familiar patterns, or carrying experiences from the past that continue to impact how you see yourself, your relationships, and the world around you.

I believe that even through our most difficult experiences, there is a part of us that holds wisdom, resilience, and the capacity for healing. Therapy can be a place to reconnect with that part of yourself, understand the patterns that have protected you, and create meaningful change.

My approach is warm, relational, and trauma-informed. I work collaboratively with adults who are seeking deeper healing and not only relief from symptoms, but a greater understanding of themselves and the experiences that have shaped them. Together, we explore the connection between mind, body, emotions, and nervous system responses so healing can happen in a way that honors your whole self.

I integrate EMDR, somatic and nervous-system informed approaches, mindfulness, and other mind-body practices to support clients in processing painful experiences, building inner resources, and developing a stronger sense of safety, connection, and self-trust.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience supporting individuals through trauma, life transitions, grief and emotional challenges. My background includes community mental health and healthcare settings, including oncology, which deepened my understanding of the complexity of the human experience.

I am EMDR certified and trained in yoga, meditation, Reiki, and sound-healing practices. My work is also shaped by my own cultural experiences and a deep respect for the ways our histories, families, and communities influence who we become.

I am culturally reflective, LGBTQ+ affirming, and offer therapy in English and Spanish (en español).

If you are ready to explore your story with compassion, deepen your relationship with yourself, and move toward meaningful healing, I would be honored to support you.