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Amanda Rios

VirtualHigh Satisfaction Rate

2 years of experience

Verified by Octave

Licensed

In California

In-Network

Accepting 8 Insurance providers

Meet Amanda

I draw from CBT, DBT, IFS, EMDR, Person-Centered, Psychodynamic, and Existential approaches. Healing is not one-size-fits-all, and together we’ll explore the model that best supports relief from anxiety, depression, and anger. My goal is to help you address issues and emotions affecting your relationship with yourself and others. I offer compassionate care as you navigate distressing feelings and behaviors, guiding you toward healing, growth, and the life you want to create.

I offer compassionate care as you navigate distressing feelings and behaviors, guiding you toward healing, growth, and the life you want to create.

Communication Style

  • Action-oriented
  • Authentic
  • Creative
  • Empowering
  • Engaging

Specialties & Approaches

Specialties

Focus Areas

  • BIPOC
  • Black community
  • Geriatric clients
  • Parents
  • Non-monogamous relationships
  • Students

Approach

Licensed In

Locations

Virtual appointments available for California residents

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Session Details

Practices in

Languages

Additional

Interests

Outside of my work as a therapist, I’m passionate about living the values I encourage in my clients—self-care, authentic connection, and embracing life’s simple joys. I find renewal in spending time outdoors, whether exploring scenic routes, enjoying the serenity of fishing, or soaking in the sun during a beach day. I love discovering new experiences, from trying unique restaurants to finding hidden natural spots, and I cherish sharing these moments with friends and loved ones. These experiences bring balance to my life and inspire the presence, curiosity, and creativity I bring to my therapeutic work.

Credentials & Verification

Verified by Octave

License number

#149912 • California • LMFT

Education

MS - Counseling Marriage Family and Child Therapy, California State University

Amanda Rios, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist License #149912 (exp September 2028)

Calculate Cost & Insurance

$28

/ session on average with insurance

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Frequently asked questions

Amanda Rios accepts Health Net, Cigna Healthcare/Evernorth, Anthem Blue Cross of CA, Out-of-State BlueCard PPO, Prime Health, Centivo, Aetna, and Blue Shield of California. 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 California are estimated at $205-250 per session.

Amanda Rios is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). Amanda is licensed to practice in California, so clients located in California can book sessions. Amanda’s California license number is 149912, 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.

Amanda Rios has been practicing therapy for 2 years. Amanda’s education and training include MS - Counseling Marriage Family and Child Therapy, California State University. Over that time, Amanda has worked closely with BIPOC, Black community, Geriatric clients, Parents, Non-monogamous relationships, and Students.

Amanda Rios works with BIPOC, Black community, Geriatric clients, Parents, Non-monogamous relationships, and Students and specializes in Anger Issues, Anxiety, Burnout, Caregiver Burnout, Depression, Divorce, Family Conflict, Grief, Life Transitions, Panic, Stress, and Workplace Stress. These are the areas where Amanda spends most of their clinical time. If the concern you want help with isn’t listed here, a Care Navigator can tell you whether Amanda is a good fit or match you with another Octave therapist who specializes in it.

Amanda Rios draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Interpersonal Psychotherapy, Prolonged Exposure, Psychodynamic, Solution-Focused, and Strengths-Based. In sessions, Amanda’s style is action-oriented, authentic, creative, empowering, and engaging. In Amanda’s words: “I offer compassionate care as you navigate distressing feelings and behaviors, guiding you toward healing, growth, and the life you want to create.”

Amanda Rios (she/her) offers therapy in English. Amanda identifies as Hispanic/Latinx.

Amanda Rios offers online sessions over secure video, so you can meet from home or any private space. Amanda is licensed in California, and you need to be located in that state at the time of each session. All you need is a device with a camera and a stable internet connection.

Your first session with Amanda Rios is a chance to talk through what brought you to therapy and what you want to work on. Amanda 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 Amanda’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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