Overwhelmed? Angry? Afraid? Depressed? Do you feel as if you are alone? I believe that life has a way of making us feel this way. The good news is that you don't have to go through it alone! I have gone through those same feelings and I can help you through your process as well. My approach to helping people is to be a listening ear to each cli
The journey toward healing and self-reflection into your experience begins today. We all have had moments where we looked at the desert of our lives and wondered if the dryness would ever end. We all have managed to accumulate "baggage" over the course of life. The weight of what we carry can surely "sink" our attempts at a path fil
I offer a specialized approach that focuses on helping clients develop psychological flexibility and self-compassion. Rather than trying to eliminate or suppress unwanted thoughts and emotions, we work together to accept them as a natural part of being human. I help my clients understand that struggling against their feelings can often intensify th
Not many people land on this page by accident. How did you get here? I’m a naturally curious person. The amount of semi-useful information I accidentally stored in the last few decades feels staggering. Do you know what the product code is for a jalapeño? It’s 4693. Now you know. Somewhere along the way a wise person told me
Discontentment, burdens, pain, confusion, loneliness, loss, and distress are difficult elements in life. Further, sometimes things can build or be compounded as life unfolds, making them even harder to manage. You are not alone! How might having support from an experienced professional help you lighten your load?
I am passionate about life and t
I often use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in my practice. In your first session, we'll explore what brought you to therapy and decide the most appropriate ways to help you progress. With CBT, we'll look at how your thoughts affect your emotions and experience. During treatment, I'll help you learn how to push back against those thoughts
I believe that while you are the expert in your own life, that I can help you to expand your picture of the problem and to find new possibilities for change. Whether our sessions together are with you individually, or if you come as part of a couple or family, I tend to view people as embedded in various relationships.
I believe people grow i
I believe that everyone can benefit from a safe, judgement-free environment to explore their thoughts, feelings, emotions, frustrations, desires and dreams. I pride myself on providing that safe haven for my clients. As a woman who has navigated the challenges of rising through the ranks in a high-demand corporate career, raising my daughter as a s
As a LPC who believes in the transformative power of empathy and genuine connection, I offer a compassionate and nonjudgmental space where clients can explore their thoughts, emotions, and experiences. Let's partner together to build a therapeutic relationship built on trust. Together, we’ll explore not only your challenges but also your
Debbie de la Riva is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 20 years of experience in the mental health field. Prior to providing therapy, Debbie served in various non-profit organizations designed to help individuals overcome adversity through education, support, and identifying resources. Debbie is passionate about helping people discover the und
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