As a licensed therapist in Florida with over three decades of experience, I specialize in supporting individuals through life's most challenging transitions. My practice centers on helping clients navigate complex emotional landscapes, including relationship dynamics, personal growth, and healing from past traumas.
I bring a compassionate, culturally responsive approach to therapy, drawing on extensive experience working with diverse populations. My expertise spans a wide range of areas, including women's and men's issues, life-purpose exploration, communication challenges, and support during significant life changes.
My therapeutic style emphasizes empowerment, self-love, and holistic healing. I create a supportive environment where clients can explore their experiences, work through difficult emotions, and develop meaningful strategies for personal transformation. Whether you're dealing with workplace stress, relationship concerns, or seeking deeper self-understanding, I'm committed to walking alongside you with empathy and professional guidance.
Professional experience
35 yrs in practice
Relationship issues Trauma and abuse Coping with grief and loss Motivation, self esteem, and confidence Coping with life changes
Additional areas of focus:Stress and anxiety, Family conflicts, Sleeping disorders, Anger management, Career difficulties, Depression, Compassion fatigue, Abandonment, Aging and geriatric issues, Blended family issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Domestic violence, Emptiness, Family problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Men's issues, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Prejudice and discrimination, Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
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She’s a great person overall and therapist.
Written on Oct 20, 2026 after therapy with Juanita for 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and grief
Amazing compassionate therapist that offers various ways to assist each client
Written on Sep 20, 2026 after therapy with Juanita for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Juanita is amazing. She has such a great sense of humor and always knows how to bring joy into the darkest of life’s moments. I feel so understood when I talk to her. I would definitely recommend her to anyone dealing with general life struggles
Written on Aug 20, 2026 after therapy with Juanita for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, and adhd
She truly listens and offers helpful coping mechanisms to handle stress.
Written on Aug 06, 2026 after therapy with Juanita for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and grief
Love my Juanita ❤️
Written on Jul 26, 2026 after therapy with Juanita for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, anger management, and coping with life changes
When talking to Ms. Juanita Riley it feels like I’m talking to my mom about anything and not just talking to a stranger. She experience the same things that I experience. I am grateful for her being there for me and my family.
Written on Jun 30, 2025 after therapy with Juanita for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, anger management, and bipolar disorder
Miss Juanita is the best! She understands me!
Written on May 07, 2025 after therapy with Juanita for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and adhd
She is gem!! I am so grateful to have her to help me in this season of my life. Thank you so much
Written on May 01, 2025 after therapy with Juanita for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue
Ms. Riley is a beautiful woman and she really helps me understood why I need therapy in the first place. In just two sessions, I’ve been able to practice things throughout my day that lowers my anxiety and I’ve also been able to communicate better with the person I love. I now know there is nothing wrong with me. Good people get therapy also
Written on Dec 10, 2024 after therapy with Juanita for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, anger management, and compassion fatigue
Juanita has been very responsive, and willing to work with my schedule. I feel heard, and supported. It's nice to be able to thoroughly discuss, and have help to better process myself. Thank you
Written on Aug 14, 2023 after therapy with Juanita for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, self esteem, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Juanita was everything I needed and more . In my season of brokenness she was my light in darkness.
Written on Feb 19, 2023 after therapy with Juanita for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and compassion fatigue
Juanita is the best person for the job. She’s compassionate, funny, understanding, and knowledgeable. She will give you all the tools you will need to overcome any obstacle you are facing. It is up to YOU to use her teachings and grow as a person.
Written on Jan 20, 2023 after therapy with Juanita for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, self esteem, and anger management
She's great very caring loud and helps to pull you out of your own head
Written on Dec 22, 2022 after therapy with Juanita for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and self esteem
She's very nice and warm. She gives good advice and she cares. She's takes her time to listen and ask questions to understand what you're feeling and going through to give the best advice.
Written on Dec 21, 2022 after therapy with Juanita for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Ms Juanita is professional yet also makes me feel like I am receiving counseling from an elder relative that truly cares about me. I have noticed a major difference in myself since starting our sessions.
Written on Dec 01, 2022 after therapy with Juanita for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Counselor Juanita Riley is the best therapist I have ever had. Her mind is sharp and discerning, and she has a tangible warmth and compassion for her patients. Having access to her 30+ years of experience as a therapist, not to mention her 71 years on the planet, imbue this therapist with a warm, mother-energy that heals me. Add in her quick wit and belly laugh, and there you have the perfect therapist: part comedian, part shepherd, never judgmental, always loving and wise. She regularly drops pearls of wisdom during a session -- I tell her she's my own personal Maya Angelou! I'd encourage anyone who's looking for wisdom and acceptance to work with Juanita Riley. I'd also encourage the BetterHelp leadership to find opportunities to expand Juanita's services on your platform: she's a poet, a published author, a musician, an ordained minister, a mother and a wife. She's seen the highs and lows in life, first-hand, which gives her a rare degree of credibility with people who are struggling. I think she'd be a wonderful asset to your group therapy sessions, and an effective instructor for special topics, especially regarding addiction, domestic abuse and racial discrimination. I give Juanita Riley my highest recommendation and would recommend her to friends and family without hesitation.
Written on Oct 17, 2022 after therapy with Juanita for 4 months on issues concerning grief
She is amazing! Brilliant and kind, Juanita is there for her clients and has a passion for what she does which is help and be there for people! 10000/10
Written on Jun 19, 2022 after therapy with Juanita for 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, and relationship issues
In only two sessions with Juanita, I have felt a huge shift in my confidence and my ability to handle issues. I've not only gained an experienced therapist with so much wisdom but also a dear friend.
Written on Jun 06, 2022 after therapy with Juanita for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Juanita is spectacular therapist, amazing friend and glorious human
Written on Feb 09, 2022 after therapy with Juanita for 3 months on issues concerning family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, career difficulties, and adhd
Amazing and kind
Written on Jan 26, 2022 after therapy with Juanita for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and self esteem
Ms. Juanita is impeccable in what she does. She listens to you as she gives you "tools" that we all need but we may have lost our way for whatever the reason might be. My only regret that I have is that I didn't come across her sooner! She is exactly what I needed in my life while we have come across this Pandemic. You will glad when you come across her as well. She will super exceed your expectations!
Written on Jan 03, 2022 after therapy with Juanita for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Juanita is an amazing woman. In just two sessions, she has already helped me so much in doing what I have been wanting to do for myself. Everything that I have been feeling is already so at ease, and I feel so happy to have taken that first meeting with Juanita. I would recommend her to anyone and everyone who is looking for therapy. She is an amazing person and an absolute pleasure to talk to.
Written on Dec 11, 2021 after therapy with Juanita for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and self esteem
Juanita has been so amazing so far she gives me confidence and listens even when it’s hard to get the words out. She is a very caring and compassionate person.
Written on Dec 09, 2021 after therapy with Juanita for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and self esteem
Feeling very hopeful thanks to her!
Written on Dec 04, 2021 after therapy with Juanita for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Juanita is encouraging, patient and teaches applicable tools to add to your tool belt!
Written on Nov 09, 2021 after therapy with Juanita for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Juanita is so sweet and uplifting I have only had one session with her but it was great. I want to keep her forever.
Written on Nov 06, 2021 after therapy with Juanita for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, anger management, and adhd
Juanita has helped me tremendously in a short amount of time. Her years of working with people is very evident and much appreciated. I am truly grateful for this app and the services I have received. I would recommend this app and Juanita Riley to everyone.
Written on Sep 30, 2021 after therapy with Juanita for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and family conflicts
simply the best! after 15+ years of therapy, I'm making breakthroughs like never before because Juanita gets me.
Written on Sep 27, 2021 after therapy with Juanita for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, and self esteem
She’s great. It’s a pleasure working with her. She can be both serious and funny and this is exactly what I need.
Written on Aug 05, 2021 after therapy with Juanita for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Juanita is such an amazing soul. She comforts you in positivity with her infectious energy While creating a non-judgmental platform in order to easily look inward for self resolution.
Written on Jul 12, 2021 after therapy with Juanita for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue
I truly believe with Juanita's help i can do better and i will do better to become a great person, and achieve more parts of my life with her guidance and influence!
Written on Jun 01, 2021 after therapy with Juanita for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues
Such a sweet, charismatic, caring woman. She’s funny and real which makes it easier to speak about problems you may have. Very professional and lovely
Written on May 31, 2021 after therapy with Juanita for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and family conflicts
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