Life can be so difficult disconnecting us from those closest to us and even from ourselves.
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Virtual Counseling Services
Individual Counseling for Adults
Individual counseling, counseling can help with dealing with painful experiences, learn how to use new skills in managing life’s stress, how to reduce stress, build healthier relationships and improve your quality of life.
Individual Counseling for Teens
Individual counseling with teens may look very similar to counseling with adults, yet includes working with caregivers for some sessions. I strive to gain caregivers’ and your teen’s trust to be a safe person holding the information they choose to share while providing support.
Relationship Counseling
Relationship counseling can improve communication, help prevent issues from escalating over time, support future planning, increase emotional and physical intimacy or support during decision-making on staying together or going separate ways.
Your Counselor
Amanda Rivas, MA, LPC (she/her)
It can feel so difficult to start for the first time or with a new counselor, but if you are here, you’re probably ready for a change. Setting up the appointment and attending the first session is often the hardest part for many. However, through Calm & Cozy Counseling, I can offer you time and support while on your journey to reach your wellness goals. I feel truly honored when I’m let in to support those on their journeys, so let’s talk and figure out what might help you feel calm, cozy and truly enjoy your life.
Born and raised in San Antonio, Texas I’m happy to serve my fellow Texans as a mental health provider. With 10 years in the profession, I’ve provided services in a variety of settings to those with diverse identities and various racial and ethnic backgrounds and nationalities. Clients I tend to work with often are 14 years old or older, experiencing life transitions, difficulties managing stress and their moods, or struggle with their family relationships. I also support those struggling with symptoms of ADHD, body-focused repetitive behaviors (BFRBs) like skin-picking, nail-biting or hair-pulling.
Feel free to check out my profiles on LinkedIn and Psychology Today for additional information on my education and professional experiences.
My Counseling Approach
I will work to build a strong, genuine and nurturing relationship with you as a foundation in our work together. I want to get to know you, what brings you to counseling and how we can collaborate in support of your needs and goals. I value our relationship and in recognizing we are all diverse individuals, we might discuss how cultural and identity variables affect our relationships and experiences, including the counseling relationship. I use strategies and interventions from various types of therapies based on your needs and I am highly appreciative of feedback so I will check in with you about how my approach is working out for you. Engaging in the counseling process is an investment in your well-being and I hope to ensure our time is utilized effectively and that you get the most out of our work together.
Modalities/Approaches utilized: Integrative including Psychodynamic-Interpersonal, Emotion-focused Therapy (EFT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), within a Feminist-Multi-cultural framework.
Transparent Pricing
I value openness and transparency around pricing for services. At the moment, I am not paneled with insurance companies, however I can provide a “superbill” for your insurance request for reimbursement of payment. Adjusted rates may be available for those experiencing financial hardship, uninsured/underinsured and in need of services. Read below to find out more on adjusted rates.
Session Rates
30-minute Consult/Check-In - $65 (May apply with counselor discretion)
50-minute Counseling Session - $130 (Typical for Individual Sessions; May apply with Couples Counseling upon discretion)
80-minute Counseling Session - $195 (Typical for Couples Counseling; May apply with Individual Counseling upon discretion)
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Insurance Reimbursement
I am not currently in-network with insurance providers, however I can provide a “superbill” if you would like to request reimbursement of payment through your insurance provider. You can also utilize Mentaya, service that streamlines getting reimbursed up 80% for your therapy sessions through out-of-network benefits. They guarantee claims are successfully submitted, or a full refund of their fees. Mentaya charges a 5% fee per claim (less than $10 with my rates), which includes handling any paperwork required, dealing with denials, and calling insurance companies. This may be a good fit for you if you have out-of-network benefits, feel overwhelmed by superbills and insurance, have submitted superbills but failed to get any reimbursement, and/or simply want to skip the hassle of paperwork. Please let me know if you’d like more information about using this service.
Adjusted Rates with Open Path
I partner with Open Path Psychotherapy Collective in effort to provide an affordable therapy option for a limited amount of clients at any given time. Open Path is a nonprofit platform that provides access to lower-cost services for clients who are uninsured or underinsured and have an annual household income below $100,000. For Open Path clients of Calm & Cozy Counseling, you can choose your fee between $40 and $70 for individual counseling or between $40 and $80 for relationship counseling. Feel free to find out more about Open Path by clicking on the following link: https://openpathcollective.org.
No Surprises Act
You have the right to receive a “Good Faith Estimate” explaining how much your medical care will cost Under the law, health care providers need to give patients who don’t have insurance or who are not using insurance an estimate of the bill for medical items and services. You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate for the total expected cost of any non-emergency items or services. This includes related costs like medical tests, prescription drugs, equipment, and hospital fees. Make sure your health care provider gives you a Good Faith Estimate in writing at least 1 business day before your medical service or item. You can also ask your health care provider, and any other provider you choose, for a Good Faith Estimate before you schedule an item or service. If you receive a bill that is at least $400 more than your Good Faith Estimate, you can dispute the bill. Make sure to save a copy or picture of your Good Faith Estimate.