Hi. I’m a licensed clinical social worker with over 35 years of practice in providing therapy.
My core belief is that we have an underlying wellness that can be obscured by the obstacles we encounter. Much like a piece of of silver, our value can be hidden under a layer of tarnish. But also like that piece of silver, our beauty and brilliance lies just underneath.
I have been trained in a variety of techniques including CBT, EMDR, and DBT. My approach is get to know a little so I can see understand both your strengths and your struggles l, so I can help you map out the route on your journey to wellness
Additional areas of focus: Coping with addictions, LGBTQ+ related issues, Trauma and abuse, Parenting issues, Anger management, Motivation, self esteem, and confidence, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Executive and professional coaching, Compassion fatigue, Concentration, memory and focus (ADHD), Commitment issues, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Dissociation, Emptiness, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Fatherhood issues, First responder issues, Guilt and shame, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Isolation / loneliness, Mood disorders, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Personality disorders, Post-traumatic stress, Sexual assault and abuse, Social anxiety and phobia, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Trauma-Focused Therapy
OH LISW I.0005349-SUPV
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Jeffrey Riskin. 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.
Jeff is a great guy. He does therapy in a no nonsense non judgmental way. In addition, he has a sense of humor which helps. I am learning how to cope with my anxiety and appreciate the guidance. I have seen a lot of therapist throughout the years and really didn't connect with any of them for one reason or another. I never truly opened up to any. I am able to do so eith Jeff.
Written on Aug 28, 2026 after therapy with Jeffrey for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd