Aquila Rives
Missouri LPC focused on trauma, grief, and family concerns
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About
Aquila Rives is a Licensed Professional Counselor practicing in Missouri who works with people facing trauma, grief, relationship and family challenges, and stress-related concerns such as anxiety, depression, anger, and compassion fatigue. She also supports parenting struggles, self-esteem and self-love work, and coping with life changes. Her scope includes communication and family problems alongside coaching-oriented support when helpful.
Her clinical approach draws from Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy. Aquila builds personalized plans that reflect each person’s values and circumstances, and she is attentive to cultural considerations and to clients who prefer faith-informed perspectives.
In sessions she collaborates with people to identify practical steps for improved communication, coping, and emotional regulation. The work emphasizes clear goals, respectful listening, and skill development so participants can move toward the changes they prioritize.
Her clinical approach draws from Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy. Aquila builds personalized plans that reflect each person’s values and circumstances, and she is attentive to cultural considerations and to clients who prefer faith-informed perspectives.
In sessions she collaborates with people to identify practical steps for improved communication, coping, and emotional regulation. The work emphasizes clear goals, respectful listening, and skill development so participants can move toward the changes they prioritize.
- Location:
- Missouri, United States
- Years Experience:
- 6
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- Yes
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Trauma and abuse, Grief, Parenting issues
Other areas of experience: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Anger management, Self esteem, Depression, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, Communication problems, Self-love
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: MO LPC 2019043759
- NPI Number: 1083228795
- License: LPC (Missouri)
Remote services and therapeutic approach
Aquila offers remote sessions that use a range of communication tools, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, to connect with people from her Missouri practice. These formats allow her to maintain ongoing therapeutic contact while tailoring timing and interaction style to individual needs.She frequently integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help identify thinking and behavior patterns and to practice alternative responses. Trauma-Focused Therapy is used when past harm needs careful, paced attention so memories and reactions can be addressed within a structured plan. In both approaches Aquila works collaboratively, setting goals together and adjusting methods based on progress and preference.
Client-Centered and Motivational Interviewing strategies inform how she partners with people: by following each person’s priorities, exploring motivation for change, and highlighting small, achievable steps. Prospective participants can expect an approach that emphasizes partnership, clear planning, and options for video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to support ongoing work.
What is Aquila Rives' clinical experience?
She has six years of experience as a practicing clinician.
What credentials does she hold?
Aquila is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC); her license is listed as MO LPC 2019043759.
Which languages are offered?
Sessions are conducted in English.
Where is Aquila based?
She is based in Missouri.
How can clients work with her remotely?
She connects with people via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does she accept international clients?
No. This profile indicates she does not accept international clients.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started?
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