Danica Rivello, LCSW
LCSW for mood and life transitions
- Stress and anxiety
- Relationships and family
- Trauma and mood disorders
About Danica Rivello
Danica Rivello is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 25 years of clinical experience helping people navigate a wide range of emotional and life challenges. She has worked with individuals facing life adjustments, depression, anxiety, relationship struggles, self-esteem concerns, grief and loss, mood disorders, and histories of trauma, bringing a steady, compassionate presence to each engagement.
Danica values the therapeutic relationship as a central ingredient for growth and change and approaches every person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. She avoids stigmatizing labels and cultivates a warm, welcoming environment that aims to minimize judgment or rejection. Many people find her approachable and easy to talk with.
Her counseling style is warm and interactive, and she draws on a blend of cognitive-behavioral techniques, solution-focused strategies, and motivational interviewing. Interventions are individualized so that care aligns with each person’s circumstances and goals. Danica emphasizes practical support and empowerment, recognizing that the first steps toward change are often the hardest, and she is committed to guiding clients through those steps with encouragement and skill.
Danica values the therapeutic relationship as a central ingredient for growth and change and approaches every person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. She avoids stigmatizing labels and cultivates a warm, welcoming environment that aims to minimize judgment or rejection. Many people find her approachable and easy to talk with.
Her counseling style is warm and interactive, and she draws on a blend of cognitive-behavioral techniques, solution-focused strategies, and motivational interviewing. Interventions are individualized so that care aligns with each person’s circumstances and goals. Danica emphasizes practical support and empowerment, recognizing that the first steps toward change are often the hardest, and she is committed to guiding clients through those steps with encouragement and skill.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Danica Rivello have?
Danica Rivello has 25 years of experience.
Is Danica Rivello a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details are NJ LCSW 44SC05232400.
In which languages does Danica Rivello provide therapy?
Danica Rivello provides therapy in English.
Where is Danica Rivello located?
She is located in New Jersey.
How can I work with Danica Rivello as my therapist?
You can work with Danica Rivello through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Danica Rivello work with international clients?
Danica Rivello does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Danica Rivello cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Danica Rivello integrates several evidence-informed approaches into her work. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping people accept difficult thoughts and feelings while clarifying personal values and taking meaningful action - it is often useful for managing anxiety, persistent stress, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) targets the connections between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, teaching practical skills to reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression and to change unhelpful patterns. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes skill-building in emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can help when emotions feel overwhelming or relationships are strained.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Danica collaborates with clients to determine which methods align best with their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adapts interventions as progress unfolds.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility for people with busy schedules or limited access to local services. Video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging allow continuity of care and make it easier to fit therapy into daily life, seek support during transitions, and maintain momentum between sessions with a licensed professional.