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Desireah Riley

Compassionate, practical therapy for life transitions

LPC, LMHC Texas

Experience
4 years in practice
Focus areas
Addictions, Relationship, Family
Approaches
Gottman Method, Client-Centered Therapy
Languages
English
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About Desireah

Desireah Riley is a licensed counselor who uses person-focused methods to help people through life changes. She brings four years of clinical experience and works from Texas.

Background and approach

Her approach centers on clear communication, practical strategies, and steady emotional support. She often helps people facing addictions, relationship struggles, grief, low self-esteem, and family tensions.

She also addresses related concerns such as attachment issues, blended family stress, codependency, and communication problems. Sessions aim to make everyday interactions easier and reduce recurring conflict.

In therapy she mixes client-centered work with goal-focused techniques. That means she listens closely, then helps set small, achievable steps.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) tools are used when helpful to change patterns of thinking and manage intense emotions. The Gottman Method is part of her toolkit for improving communication and resolving recurring relationship problems.

Solution-focused strategies are used to identify strengths and build practical plans that fit daily life. This keeps work in session relevant to the issues a person brings.

Desireah describes sessions as a collaborative process. She supports people as they name problems, try new skills, and track progress.

The aim is better coping skills, clearer boundaries, and more satisfying connections. She provides services in English and holds the LPC and LMHC credentials listed for Texas and Washington where applicable.

People can expect straightforward, goal-minded work that connects feeling and action.

How therapy approaches translate to online care

Desireah uses the Gottman Method to help people learn concrete communication skills and reduce repeating patterns that cause conflict. That approach focuses on specific interactions and exercises that translate well to conversation-based sessions online.

She also uses Client-Centered Therapy, which emphasizes listening and working at the client’s pace to build trust and clarity. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is used to spot unhelpful thoughts and test small behavior changes that can improve mood and everyday functioning.

Deciding which approach to use is a joint process. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what has worked or not in the past. Together they pick strategies and adjust them as progress is made.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video sessions are useful for deeper conversations and practicing interaction skills. Phone sessions can fit a quick check-in or when bandwidth is limited. Live chat and text messaging work for short updates, brief coaching, or maintaining momentum between longer sessions. These options make it easier to schedule work around family, school, or work commitments while keeping therapy consistent.

Frequently asked questions

What types of concerns does Desireah address?
She works with people facing addictions, relationship strains, grief, low self-esteem, and family tensions, plus related issues like attachment, codependency, and divorce or separation.
What is her overall therapy style?
Her style is client-centered and collaborative, combining listening with practical steps. She pairs supportive dialogue with skills to manage emotions and improve communication.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has four years of experience providing therapeutic support and applying approaches like CBT, DBT, and the Gottman Method in practice.
What credentials and location are listed?
She holds LPC and LMHC credentials and practices from Texas, with licensure details showing TX LPC and WA LMHC as provided.
Which languages are supported and can international clients join?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
In what session formats does she work?
She meets with clients through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different needs and schedules.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions operate under a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What steps start the process of working together?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefSelf esteem

Additional focus areas

Attachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionFamily problemsFertility issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameIntellectual disabilityLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Gottman MethodSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

4+ years

Licensed in

Texas, Washington

Languages

English