As a licensed therapist in Texas, I specialize in supporting individuals through complex life challenges with compassion and expertise. My practice centers on helping clients navigate relationship dynamics, personal growth, and emotional healing. I bring a deep understanding of issues like social anxiety, self-esteem, grief, and addiction, with a particular focus on women's experiences and multicultural perspectives.
My therapeutic approach is holistic and person-centered, drawing from evidence-based practices to support clients in developing self-love, improving communication, and finding meaningful life purpose. I'm committed to creating a supportive, non-judgmental space where individuals can explore their experiences, heal from past challenges, and develop stronger emotional resilience.
Whether you're struggling with workplace stress, relationship transitions, or personal growth, I'm dedicated to walking alongside you with empathy and professional guidance. My goal is to help you build authentic connections, overcome obstacles, and create positive, sustainable change in your life.
Additional areas of focus: Attachment issues, Blended family issues, Body image, Caregiver issues and stress, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Dissociation, Divorce and separation, Drug and alcohol addiction, Family problems, Fertility issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Intellectual disability, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Pregnancy and childbirth, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-harm, Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Gottman Method, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
TX LPC 84713
WA LMHC LH61506169
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Desireah Riley. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Desireah is patient, kind and offers great tricks and tips to keep me taking care of myself!
Written on Jul 16, 2024 after therapy with Desireah for 1 year and 11 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, anger management, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Desireah always knows how to put things in perspective. She doesn’t judge me and I feel very comfortable opening up to her. I’ve made huge progress in my emotional and mental health from working with her. I can’t thank her enough because that growth is priceless. Highly recommend!
Written on Aug 22, 2023 after therapy with Desireah for 11 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
Desireah listens attentively and reminds me of the tools that i have in front of me and helps me understand how to navigate many circumstances in life. I would highly recommend her. Having a therapist that reminds us that we are indeed in power is wonderful.
Written on Jan 14, 2023 after therapy with Desireah for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, self esteem, anger management, compassion fatigue, and adhd