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Toni Rivers

VirtualHigh Satisfaction Rate

3 years of experience

Verified by Octave

Licensed

In South Carolina
+ 2 other states

In-Network

Accepting 4 Insurance providers

Meet Toni

I am passionate about helping individuals navigate the complexities of their thoughts and emotions. My mission is to provide clients with the tools and support they need to cultivate a calm mind and lead a fulfilling life. I am dedicated to creating a safe and supportive space for those who feel unseen and unheard. I strive to empower individuals to share their stories, explore their emotions, heal from their past, and maneuver through their current stressors. I am to help you reclaim your narrative, build healthier relationships, and foster a greater sense of belonging and purpose in your life.

My mission is to provide clients with the tools and support they need to cultivate a calm mind and lead a fulfilling life.

Communication Style

  • Action-oriented
  • Authentic
  • Empowering
  • Mindful
  • Warm

Specialties & Approaches

Specialties

Experienced with

  • Asian / Pacific Islander community
  • Black community
  • Veterans
  • Blended families

Approach

Licensed In

Locations

Virtual appointments available for South Carolina, Texas, and Maryland residents

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Session Details

Practices in

Languages

Additional

Interests

Outside of my professional life, I am passionate about staying active and spending quality time with my family. I enjoy hiking and biking, which allows me to connect with nature while staying fit and energized. Traveling is another significant interest of mine; I love exploring new places, experiencing different cultures, and creating lasting memories with my loved ones. Visiting amusement parks is a particular favorite, as it brings joy and excitement to our family adventures. Whether it’s embarking on a new journey or simply enjoying the great outdoors, these activities enrich my life and provide a perfect balance to my work in mental health.

Insurance Accepted

Credentials & Verification

Verified by Octave

License number

#16236 • South Carolina • LCSW

Education

MSW - Clinical Social Work, Howard University

Calculate Cost & Insurance

$28

/ session on average with insurance

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Frequently asked questions

Toni Rivers accepts Centivo, Prime Health, Aetna, and Cigna Healthcare/Evernorth. Octave clients pay an average of $28 per session through insurance, and more than 95% pay less than $45 per session. Your exact cost depends on your plan’s copay or deductible. You can use the cost estimator to see what you would pay before your first session. If you would rather pay out of pocket, self-pay sessions in South Carolina are estimated at $185-195 per session.

Toni Rivers is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). Toni is licensed to practice in South Carolina, Texas, and Maryland, so clients located in any of those states can book sessions. Toni’s South Carolina license number is 16236, and you can look it up through the state licensing board. Octave verifies every therapist’s license before they begin seeing clients, and licenses are kept current as a condition of practicing with Octave.

Toni Rivers has been practicing therapy for 3 years. Toni’s education and training include MSW - Clinical Social Work, Howard University. Over that time, Toni has worked closely with Asian / Pacific Islander community, Black community, Veterans, and Blended families.

Toni Rivers works with Asian / Pacific Islander community, Black community, Veterans, and Blended families and specializes in ADHD, Anger Issues, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Burnout, Caregiver Burnout, Depression, Divorce, Family Conflict, Family Therapy, Grief, Life Transitions, Personality Disorders, Women's Issues, and Workplace Stress. These are the areas where Toni spends most of their clinical time. Toni also sees families together in joint sessions. If the concern you want help with isn’t listed here, a Care Navigator can tell you whether Toni is a good fit or match you with another Octave therapist who specializes in it.

Toni Rivers draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Solution-Focused. In sessions, Toni’s style is action-oriented, authentic, empowering, mindful, and warm. In Toni’s words: “My mission is to provide clients with the tools and support they need to cultivate a calm mind and lead a fulfilling life.”

Toni Rivers (she/her) offers therapy in English. Toni identifies as Black/African American.

Toni Rivers offers online sessions over secure video, so you can meet from home or any private space. Toni is licensed in South Carolina, Texas, and Maryland, and you need to be located in one of those states at the time of each session. All you need is a device with a camera and a stable internet connection.

Your first session with Toni Rivers is a chance to talk through what brought you to therapy and what you want to work on. Toni will ask about your background, your current concerns, and your goals, and together you will start shaping a plan for your sessions. It is also a chance to see whether Toni’s style feels like a good fit for you. After their first session, 9 in 10 Octave clients say their therapy experience has been good or better.

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