Empowering Patients & Professionals Through Lymphatic Education and Whole-Body Wellness

A science-based approach for people living with lymphatic conditions—and the clinicians who support them—helping you manage symptoms with confidence and improve quality of life.

I’m a Patient

I’m a Professional

PATIENTS: What We Offer

FOR PATIENTS

Lymphedema Blueprint Course

Coaching & Community

Wellness Retreats

PROFESSIONALS: What We Offer

FOR PROFESSIONALS

14-CEU Lymphedema Course

Workplace Wellness Workshops

Speaking & Events

Why The Rivera Method Works

The Rivera Method blends lymphatic science, lived experience, and whole-body wellness into simple, actionable steps — helping individuals and clinicians feel confident, supported, and empowered.

Choose the path that best supports your journey.

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What others are saying

Our community is at the heart of everything we do. From patients and caregivers to physicians and therapists, their experiences reflect our shared commitment to compassionate care, trusted expertise, and lasting impact.

"Amy Rivera and her resolute visions for improving outcomes for patients with lymphedema are refreshingly optimistic! Amy has truly enthralling and resilient attitude that brings next level opportunities. It remains a distinct privilege to witness her continued drive forward and the positive impact this has for patients in every state of our Nation."

Dr. Mark M.

MD, FACS, RDVI, FACCWS

"I'm so glad to have not just an advocate for those who are challenged with lymphedema-but an advocate who knows the personal struggles, emotionally and physically as well. This book tells the excerpts of our daily lymphedema battle. Amy tells about the victories and the defeats with bold honesty and courage. If you know anyone who has lymphatic disorder, please share her book with them. It's uplifting and encouraging. There may not be a cure for lymphedema yet, but there is hope. Thank you Amy for sharing your hope with us."

Fenton G.

Primary Lymphedema

"Consulting with Amy Rivera has been an incredible blessing. She has offered me encouragement, support, and truly valuable advice—not only in navigating my new diagnosis of lymphedema but also in our shared faith. Amy is genuine, compassionate, and refreshingly honest. She speaks truth with grace and has a gift for lightening what can feel like a heavy load. I’m so thankful I reached out to her during this challenging season—her guidance has made all the difference."

Leigh R.

Lymphedema Thriver

Amy Rivera's one-on-one coaching exceeded my expectations. She goes beyond the basics. Her emotional and practical aspects of living with lymphedema has helped me. Her genuine care makes a world of difference. Highly recommended!

Ashley

Primary Lymphedema Thriver

"Her bravery, her compassion and caring for others, her ability to share her experiences, her spiritual beliefs that govern all she does. Above all her inner beauty,"

Susie M.

Lymphedema Advocate

"Amy bridges the gap between clinical care and real-world patient success. Her approach helps our patients understand and manage their condition with confidence. The Rivera Method has become a powerful complement to our clinic."

Dr. Michael D.

MD, MPH - Lymphatic Anomalies Researcher

Amy empowers you to tap into your inner strength and channel it to improve your quality of life. During our individualized consulting session, her vast knowledge of lymphedema and everything the disease entails guided me as I recovered from my second lymphedema surgery. Her insight and outside the box thinking enabled me to experiment with different ways to ease my recovery and forge ahead with my lymphedema journey. I highly recommend a one and one session with Amy. You will find it very helpful and empowering.

Elana

Working with Amy has been a game-changer in my lymphedema journey. Her one-on-one sessions are not just informative but deeply personal. She listens and understands. I feel empowered and supported. I can't recommend her enough!

Jennifer

Secondary Lymphedema Thriver

On January 13th, my prior authorization for surgery was denied, being classified as "not medical necessary/experimental."
Following this, I filed two appeals, both of which were also denied. After these unsuccessful attempts, I reached out to Amy for help. She provided a detailed letter highlighting why the surgery was a medical necessity and how it could improve my quality of life.
Acting on Amy's advice, I submitted all the required documents for an external review on January 24th, 2025, and requested that the review be expedited.
Just four days later, the previous denial was overturned, and my surgery was approved.
Having Amy's guidance and direction on what steps to take during this emotional and frustrating process was truly a gift.

Alexandra Medel

From Patient to Advocate to Educator

I lived most of my life hiding my lymphedema — trying to shrink myself, cover the swelling, and pretend I was fine.

But healing began when I stopped hiding.

After decades of pain, surgeries, and searching for answers, I realized that thriving with lymphedema wasn’t about chasing perfection — it was about learning how to flow with my body, not fight it.

Today, I teach others what I wish I’d known all along: that knowledge, daily rhythm, and grace change everything.

Through The Rivera Method, my book Drop the Skirt, and The Lymphedema Blueprint Course, I help patients take control of their care and help therapists see their patients through a new lens — the patient’s perspective..