
Monique Harris
Hello, My name is Monique Harris, MA, LPC, LCDC. I am a licensed professional counselor in the state of Texas and Michigan. I have 7+ years experience serving children, adolescents, families, and veterans through individual or group therapy who are dealing with issues that affect their mental health and well-being. More specifically, addressing a variety of mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress, substance abuse, and personality disorders. My counseling philosophy includes Rational Emotive Behavior and Choice Reality Therapy, placing emphasis on reshaping core beliefs in those individuals experiencing a variety of mental health conditions, thereby empowering them to live full, satisfying lives free from unnecessary psychological distress. Also, introducing the concept of choice and functioning in the here and now (reality), helping them understand that they have a choice and the power to change, adjust or enhance whatever it is that they want to alter about themselves, their situation or circumstances. My counseling style is compassionate, empathic, non-judgemental, and genuine. My goal is to empower individuals to live an emotional resilient, relentless, renewed, and restored lifestyle. I am looking forward to working with you!

Chris Goetz
My initial training as a therapist was in premarital and marriage counseling, a vital part of my practice that to this day I enjoy very much. I have approximately 20 years of experience and am licensed in the state of Texas. In addition to counseling couples, I have also worked with persons coming out of the sex industry. It is my passion to work with those who struggle with severe trauma and emotional abuse, as well as major depressive disorders, bipolar I & II, schizoaffective, co-occurring and substance abuse disorders. I have a great deal of experience working with dissociative, borderline and personality disorders. I am well-versed and extremely comfortable working with persons of different cultures. My motto is, “reveal the root, expose the lie and heal the wounded spirit.” I utilize a trauma-informed, person-centered, psychodynamic approach in therapy and often incorporate CBT, DBT and mindfulness techniques. I strive to meet the unique and individual needs of each client and adjust my approach accordingly. I am a certified revisioning practitioner, a technique that simulates re-attachment for grief resolution and ego-integration and am certified by the FBI National Academy in resiliency training. I also enjoy training local police departments throughout the Metroplex in critical incident and mental health orientation trainings. I truly consider it an honor and a privilege to partner with you in your journey towards wholeness. My goal is to help you become all that you were created to be!

Vatana Alcantar
Hey there! My name is Vatana Alcantar, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Texas. I am currently working as a full time school counselor and have recently decided to utilize my licensure to also help support the mental health concerns of today. I have received training on topics such as substance abuse, eating disorders, self-harming behaviors, being trauma informed, the art of self-care, responding to grief, and reducing anxiety during COVID. I am very open to working with all clients seeking support for varying concerns in order to best explore the mental health field. I am excited to spend some time with you and helping you along your journey to better mental health!

Jamie Daughdrill
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas with 5 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with family conflicts, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, & parenting issues. During school I enjoyed working and volunteering with at risk communities in the Waco and Dallas area, such as the Methodist Children's Home in Waco, and Prestonwood Pregnancy Center in Richardson. As a counselor I have worked with children, teens, young adults and women dealing with eating disorders, abuse recovery, school related issues and relationship issues. Following my time as a stay-at-home-mom, I worked as a children's minister, a preschool teacher, an administrative assistant at a middle school and opened my own bakery. I also have done some volunteer work with a counseling group offering large and small group weekend intensive counseling experiences. My kids and I stay busy with their activities, and volunteering at their schools and with our church. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Dolores Ituarte Valenzuela
I am licensed in Texas with 10 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger management, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Melissa Lauer
I am licensed in Texas with 15 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I also have experience working with depression. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started! Please note: I prefer to hold sessions in the evenings and Saturday mornings as requested.

Sara Wall
I am a licensed professional counselor in Texas with 3 years of professional work experience, ready to work with you to build resilience, confidence, and a thriving future. Do you find it difficult to be present and enjoy the moment, as your thoughts never seem to turn off? Do you feel a lack of motivation while your memory and concentration are suffering? If you find yourself fearful of change, often procrastinating and avoiding, while feeling completely overwhelmed, I am here to help. I have experience helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with grief and loss, motivation, life transitions, self-esteem, and confidence, & depression. Using evidence-based approaches to help connect your thoughts, emotions, and actions, we will cultivate tools and specific skills you need to support your growth and healing. I utilize a variety of techniques that help reduce vulnerability to stress, build emotional regulation, improve your mood, and build healthy relationships. Taking the first step toward healing and wellness is a brave and challenging act. I would love to walk alongside you, with encouragement and an open mind, to help you move out of survival mode and into a life worth living.

Janell Myers
Hi! I am a Texas licensed Doctor of therapy (PhD, LPC) with decades of experience, and I still continue to enjoy working with clients to help them reach their goals. I am interactive, personable, and stay focused on YOU. My academic and professional training has focused on marriage/relationship issues and all addictive behaviors and caring for those with addiction problems. Relationship problems we can work on can be between family members, friendships, romantic relationships, or any other connections in your world. Whether you need to discuss problems from your past, or concerns about your future, I believe it is often productive to stay in the present. What do you need TODAY? I want to help you build on what is right in your life, not just what is wrong with you and others in your life. If you are concerned for yourself or someone in your family who is aged 10 or above and you think I would be a good fit for you, let's talk!

Anne Dorman
I am licensed in Texas with 30 years of professional work experience. I have expertise in helping clients with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy related issues, & parenting issues. I have worked with adolescents and adults as well as couples and families. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Christopher Jean-Gilles
I am licensed in Texas with 3 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, coping with addictions, motivation, self esteem, confidence, & depression. I also have experience working with coping with life changes. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!
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Types of therapists available to clients in Riverside
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Mental health therapists in Riverside available through BetterHelp are accredited to help individuals and couples. Riverside therapists' credentials can include licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT), licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), and clinician or doctor of psychology (PsyD). Regardless of their licensure, Riverside therapists are trained in any type of therapy in the Riverside region and in the state of Texas.
How a therapist can help you destress, manage your emotions, and guide you towards the life you want
Therapists in Riverside can help clients in improving healthy relationships, communication skills, working through life transitions, couples challenges, managing a mood disorder, improving coping skills, self help tips, offer life coaching, family life, or change in negative thinking patterns. A therapist in Riverside may also provide a safe place and validation for clients experiencing emotional pain, or that simply want a psychological assessment.