As a Licensed Marital and Family Therapist in Oklahoma for over 20 years, I have a systemic perspective on the issues clients bring to therapy. I understand that your difficulties exist in relationship to your larger circle of family, friends and colleagues. Clients appreciate this perspective because it seems like I “get it” differently than someone who doesn't view people systemically.
Some of the specific struggles I treat are coping with all types of grief and loss (not just death), managing life transitions, anxiety/stress, caregiver issues, sleep struggles, communication, anger management, money/financial issues, self-esteem and experiencing compassion fatigue and burnout.
A particular passion of mine is working with Third Culture Kids (TCKs), especially helping them transition to living in the United States. I have walked alongside TCKs and Adult TCKs for many years and have extensive experience in this therapeutic area.
Ultimately, I believe, you are the expert on your story and you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming the things that challenge you! I hope to be someone who can help you along the way! Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage, and I am proud of you for getting started.
Additional areas of focus: Relationship issues, Eating disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Depression, ADHD, Abandonment, Attachment issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Communication problems, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Divorce and separation, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Life purpose, Money and financial issues, Multicultural concerns, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-harm, Self-love, Sexuality, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
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Rilda is open minded, non judgmental, patient and a wonderful listener. She has never been pushy and she's really opened my eyes about ways to address and improve my depression. I'm in a much better place than when I started, but am hesitant to leave because I would miss that lady!
Written on Dec 18, 2024 after therapy with Rilda for 7 months on issues concerning depression, family conflicts, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Miss smith is the most sweetest, funniest and amazing person I have ever met. She understands and gives such amazing advice
Written on Dec 12, 2024 after therapy with Rilda for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and adhd
Thank you for listening, encouragement’s, I appreciate your help.
Written on Oct 30, 2024 after therapy with Rilda for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, and compassion fatigue
Rilda is kind, helpful and always supportive. She is a great listener and I like her frank approach and sense of humor. Her expertise and guidance is helping me to make progress.
Written on Aug 15, 2024 after therapy with Rilda for 3 months on issues concerning eating disorders, and coping with life changes
Rilda has been great at helping me navigate life's daily struggles.
Written on Jul 24, 2024 after therapy with Rilda for 6 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
Rilda is down-to-earth, listens attentively, and helps me address issues that arise within my life. She responds to messages with problems I have in between sessions and I’m just so grateful for her!
Written on Jul 24, 2024 after therapy with Rilda for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, anger management, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue