Amanda Rivera
LISW
The Serious Stuff…
Amanda has been providing therapeutic support for children, adults, and families since 2012 in a variety of settings. Amanda is passionate about EMDR, utilizing play therapy and specializes in the area of trauma and other forms of abuse causing emotional distress that may have a negative impact on varying levels of a person’s daily functioning.
Amanda works with individuals who may be experiencing depression, anxiety, interpersonal conflicts, sexual/physical/emotional abuse, and a number of adjustment concerns including divorce or daily transitions that create emotional distress. Amanda is in EMDR, TF-CBT, DBT, and many other approaches to help meet her client’s specific goals for healing and growth.
Amanda sees clients out of the West Des Moines Office.
The Fun Stuff…
Amanda loves spending time with her husband and her six children plus their significant others. She adores her grandchildren and loves nothing more than watching her family grow. In her free time, she likes to read, ride bikes, be with friends, spend time with her dogs, and workout!