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About Us

About Dr. Julie Riley

Becoming a therapist was not a direct path for me; I started my career helping others as a middle school teacher and worked my way through teaching many levels of education. In that time, I grew to love working with all people and developing close working relationships. The idea of building strong, healthy relationships that support personal growth by being truly transparent and vulnerable led me to dedicate my life to therapy and helping others grow and change in positive ways.

Therapy Approach

I work hard to make people feel comfortable and this is especially important in the work I do with people affected by trauma. I believe that building rapport and a trusting relationship is the most important aspect of effective therapy.

I believe I have a very positive relationship with everyone I work with. I take time to get to know my clients well and I make sure that they are completely guiding the process and setting the goals. The intake process is more than one session. It is ongoing because I believe that relationships grow and change over time.

Not only have I helped people struggling with complicated trauma, but I have also been able to use this same research and protocols to help those with everyday stressors feel better and live in the present.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Mental Health Counselor in New York and Florida. I hold a Master’s degree in Social Work, a Master’s degree in Secondary Education and a PhD in Counselor, Education and Supervision. My research interests are focused on trauma, global mental health awareness and ways to achieve overall wellness.

Education & Credentials

I have over 20 years teaching and working as an administrator on the graduate university level. I am an active member of the American Counseling Association, the European Branch of the American Counseling Association and the National Association for Social Workers.

Contact

Contact us anytime with question or to make an appointment to talk further about services. 

Email: Rileycounselingbhs@gmail.com

845-595-4775

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