Danica Rivello , LCSW

Danica Rivello is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 25 years of experience supporting adults through a wide range of emotional and life challenges. She has worked with people facing stress, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, trauma histories, relationship difficulties, grief, and identity-related concerns. Her background includes helping clients manage life transitions, substance and behavioral addictions, parenting and family issues, and challenges related to attention and self-esteem.

Danica emphasizes the therapeutic relationship as a central element of growth and change. She offers a warm, respectful, and nonjudgmental space and approaches each person with sensitivity and compassion. Her style is interactive and supportive, focused on tailoring interventions to each individual rather than relying on one-size-fits-all labels.

Clinically she integrates evidence-based methods such as cognitive-behavioral techniques, solution-focused strategies, motivational interviewing, and practices drawn from acceptance and mindfulness-oriented approaches. These tools are adapted to address specific goals whether the focus is symptom management, coping skills, interpersonal repair, or life-stage transitions. Danica aims to empower people to build practical strategies and to strengthen resilience during difficult periods.

She encourages steps toward change while recognizing that beginning therapy can feel challenging. Danica is committed to guiding and supporting clients through that process with patience, clarity, and respect for each person’s values and needs.

Therapeutic Approaches and Flexible Online Care

Danica incorporates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy - a practical approach that helps people identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress. She also uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help clients clarify personal values, accept difficult feelings, and take committed action toward a meaningful life. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is part of her toolbox as well, providing skills in emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness for those coping with intense emotions or relationship challenges.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Danica works with each person to explore goals, preferences, and what has or has not worked in the past, then tailors interventions so therapy fits the individual's needs and circumstances.

Online therapy with Danica is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which increases flexibility for scheduling and access. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care around work, family, and other commitments, while allowing therapists and licensed professionals to deliver focused, goal-oriented treatment across different formats.