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Karla Rivera
Accepting Clients

Karla Rivera

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

  • She/Her/Hers
  • $160/session
  • In Person Sessions in Waterloo, ON
  • Virtual Sessions across Canada

Meet Karla

Expertise

Areas of Focus

Specializations

  • Spirituality
  • Trauma
  • Somatic Therapy

By category

  • Nervous system regulation
  • Anxiety and Stress Management Skills
  • Understanding & Regulating Emotions
  • Wellness Counselling
  • Mindfulness

Therapeutic Frameworks & Approach

  • Mindfulness
  • Anti-Opressive Practice
  • Art Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
  • Culturally Competent
  • Culturally Sensitive Therapy
  • Existential Therapy
  • Family Systems Therapy
  • Holistic Psychotherapy
  • Humanistic Therapy
  • Integrated Movement (Yoga) Therapy
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Jungian Therapy
  • Meaning-Centred Therapy
  • Meditation
  • Mind-Body Connection
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Parts Work
  • Person-Centered
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Self-Compassion
  • Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
  • Somatic and Body Awareness
  • Spiritual Therapy
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma-Informed
  • Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT)

Populations Served

  • Adults (18+)
  • Teens (13-17)
  • Seniors (65+)

Practice Details

Service Offerings & Rates

  • Individual Session
    $160
  • Couples Session
    $180

Insurance & Benefits Coverage

Coverage depends on the insurance plan. Check with your insurance provider to see if your plan covers one of the listed designations.

  • Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

For insurance purposes, this therapist’s home province is Ontario.

In Person Sessions

In Person Location

156 King St S, Waterloo, ON, N2J 1P6, Canada

Virtual Sessions

AlbertaBritish ColumbiaManitobaNew BrunswickNewfoundland & LabradorNova ScotiaNorthwest TerritoriesNunavutOntarioPrince Edward IslandQuebecSaskatchewanYukon Territory

Eligible provinces and territories are highlighted in green.

  • Alberta
  • British Columbia
  • Manitoba
  • New Brunswick
  • Newfoundland and Labrador
  • Northwest Territories
  • Nova Scotia
  • Nunavut
  • Ontario
  • Prince Edward Island
  • Quebec
  • Saskatchewan
  • Yukon

More Info

Education

  • Wilfred Laurier University

    Masters of Spiritual Care & Psychotherapy · 2023

  • University Of Toronto

    Honours Bachelor of Arts · 2010

Certifications

  • Reiki Level 1, 2, 3 Certification · 2014

  • Certified Yoga Instructor

  • School of Sacred Arts, Bali, Indonesia · 2010

Languages

Spanish, English

Booking FAQ

Does Karla offer direct billing with my insurance? Or how does payment work?

First Session charges each session directly to your credit card. Once each session occurs and your card is charged, you’ll receive a PDF receipt by email with all the details you need to get reimbursed (therapist name, designation, license number, address, etc.). You can then submit the receipt to your insurance company for reimbursement if you have coverage. We always recommend checking your coverage with your provider before booking.

How do I know if Karla is a good fit?

You are the expert when it comes to knowing who’s the right fit. Watch the therapist’s video at the top of their profile and see whether the message and energy resonate. If you feel drawn to speak with them, listen to your gut — booking a free consultation is a great first step to assess fit.

What if I see no available times to book a session?

If the therapist is listed as accepting clients and you see no available times, it’s likely they haven’t updated their availability (sorry about that!). In this case, you can to see what times they have available.

Can I contact Karla before booking an appointment?

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