Tarica Riley, LCSW
About me
I hold a Master's degree in Social Work from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), I strive to create a welcoming, emotionally supportive, safe and non-judgmental therapeutic environment for you to work on your mental health goals. My approach to therapy is collaborative and client-centered. I believe in coming along side you in the therapeutic process to help create and prioritize achievable mental health goals. I have 10 years of experience providing individual and group counseling in a variety of areas including grief/loss, anxiety, depression, anger management, behavior modification, ADHD, self-esteem, work/life harmony and conflicts in career. I look forward to working with you to reach your therapeutic goals.
Professional experience
Additional areas of focus: Family conflicts, Grief, Parenting issues, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Forgiveness, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Multicultural concerns, Prejudice and discrimination, Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues
Clinical approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy
License information
IL LCSW 149.024421
Reviews
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She knows what to focus on
Written on Nov 12, 2022 after therapy with Tarica for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
Tarica is very professional. She listens and will help you see alternative solutions to your problems. I’m very thankful for our time together.
Written on Aug 31, 2022 after therapy with Tarica for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, coping with life changes, and adhd
I love my therapist
Written on Jul 08, 2022 after therapy with Tarica for 1 month on issues concerning relationship issues
Tarica , is super patient and a great listener . Some how she manages to turn every negative situation I have into a positive. Thanks to her I got out of depression and my confidence back . She has been a blessing in my life .
Written on Jul 02, 2022 after therapy with Tarica for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, eating disorders, self esteem, and compassion fatigue
Tarica is an awesome Therapist. Tarica listens well and offers suggestions and supports that I may not have thought of before. I am very appreciative of Tarica‘s service !!
Written on Jun 30, 2022 after therapy with Tarica for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Tarica has helped me through a very difficult experience. Real time, practically. She is an amazing support, and I am so glad Better Health helped me find her.
Written on Jun 21, 2022 after therapy with Tarica for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and career difficulties