Dr. Elena Rivera, PsyD, LBA LP C-DBT BCBC, Psychologist
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Dr. Elena Rivera, PsyD, LBA LP C-DBT BCBC

Psychologist | Clinical

10565 N 114th St Scottsdale AZ, 85259
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About

Dr. Elena Rivera is a psychologist and behavior analyst practicing in Scottsdale, AZ. She specializes in the testing and treatment of behavioral health disorders. As a psychologist, Dr. Rivera evaluates and treats patients through a variety of methods that are selected based on the individual's needs and future goals. Most typically, she conducts neuropsychological evaluations focusing on the individual's strengths and weaknesses to support adequate treatment planning and self-growth. Dr. Rivera also offers talk and behavioral therapy to enhance the individual's quality of life. Patients usually visit her because they want to learn more about themselves and are seeking help with their life's journey.

Education and Training

Argosy University Doctor of Psychology 2018

Arizona State University Graduate Degree 2016

Ottawa University Arizona Masters of Arts 2015

University of Central Florida Bachelor in Science 2004

Provider Details

Female English, Spanish

Areas of expertise and specialization

Applied Behavior AnalysisDialectal Behavioral TherapyAutism spectrum disorderPost-traumatic stress disorderGeneralized anxiety disorderMajor depressive disorderAttention deficit hyperactivity disorderEating disordersSpecific learning disabilitiesOppositional defiant disorder

Faculty Titles & Positions

  • Adjunct Professor University of Ottawa 2018 - 2020

Awards

  • Dissertation Award 2018 Association of School Administrators 

Professional Memberships

  • American Psychological Association  
  • National Association of School Psychology  
  • American Association of Bariatric Counselors  

Charities and Philanthropic Endeavors

  • Gentry Foundation

Internships

  • Riverside Elementary & Washington Elementary School District

What do you attribute your success to?

  • My passion to support healthy childhood experiences and a better world.

Areas of research

  • Classroom behavior management

Teaching and speaking

  • 2018 Association of School Administrators Summer Conference (Tucson, Az) & 2019 National Association of School Psychologist Annual Conference (Atlanta, Ga)

Favorite Place to Vacation

  • Caribbean islands

Hobbies / Sports

  • Hiking and yoga

Dr. Elena Rivera, PsyD, LBA LP C-DBT BCBC's Practice location

Holistic Behavioral and Psychological Services

10565 N 114th St -
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
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