Desireah Riley , LPC, LMHC

Desireah Riley is a licensed therapist based in Texas who supports people through difficult life transitions with steady, empathetic guidance. She combines a person-centered stance with evidence-based techniques to help clients strengthen relationships, grow personally, and recover from addiction or loss. Desireah pays close attention to issues such as social anxiety, low self-esteem, grief, and substance use, and brings a particular sensitivity to women’s experiences and multicultural perspectives.

Holding credentials as an LPC and LMHC - that is, Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Mental Health Counselor - she blends practical tools with a compassionate therapeutic presence. Her practice emphasizes building self-compassion, improving communication, and cultivating emotional resilience so clients can move toward clearer purpose and healthier connections.

Desireah creates an accepting, nonjudgmental setting where individuals can explore past wounds, practice new skills, and test better ways of relating to themselves and others. Whether addressing workplace stress, changes in relationships, or the long process of personal growth, she offers collaborative support aimed at sustainable change and stronger interpersonal bonds.

Approaches Used in Online Therapy

Desireah Riley integrates Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) into her online practice to address a range of emotional and relational concerns. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a supportive, empathetic environment where a person’s own goals and values guide the work - it is especially helpful for building self-esteem and exploring identity. CBT offers structured strategies to identify and shift unhelpful thought and behavior patterns, which can be effective for anxiety, low mood, and problematic coping. DBT teaches skills in emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, making it useful for intense emotions and relationship challenges.

Finding the right approach is treated as a collaborative process. Desireah works with each person to determine which techniques best align with their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting methods over time to ensure the plan remains helpful and practical.

Online therapy with Desireah is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide greater flexibility. These options allow clients to access consistent care from varied locations and to choose the format that fits their schedule and comfort level, supporting ongoing progress within everyday life.