Riley is a wonderful therapist and I’m glad that I was connected with her through BetterHelp. I think her approach prioritizes making therapy a safe place to share and process whatever I’m going through or feeling. While we maintain healthy boundaries between client and therapist, sessions feel like I’m talking to a friend. I appreciate her guidance and partnership and encouragement. Therapy has been an important outlet and support tool as I go through big life transitions (8 months) but I understand that I have agency and power to make changes that improve my life. Riley happened to be a great fit for me and I am better for it!
LCSW Riley Dean
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
Mental health conditions are real, common and treatable.
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Riley Dean is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
More about me
Licensing: LCSW Years in Practice: 3 State: Illinois
Hi there! Welcome to the BetterHelp community.
*I am only taking short term clients on Fridays currently.*
My name is Riley Dean and I am a practicing Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Illinois and Michigan. I have been trained in psychodynamic therapy, and I typically practice using an integrative psychodynamic framework combined with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. Prior to becoming a therapist, I have 5 years in crisis counseling with young adults and families, assisting with a large variety of issues such as depression, anxiety, LGBTQ issues, family dynamics, abuse, substance abuse, poverty, and more.
In my therapeutic relationships, I am person-centered and I meet folks where they are at, so how I work greatly varies with who I am talking to. I would describe myself as laid back, easy to talk to, and passionate about mental health issues. In both running my practice and in my personal life, I try to live through a transformational, anti-oppressive, feminist lens. I use they/she pronouns.
Whether you decide we are a good fit or you go with another excellent BetterHelp counselor, I truly hope you find the help you are looking for. You are not alone in this, and just this step of looking for a counselor is huge step in the right direction. I so look forward to the possibility of working with you!
About online counseling
Online counseling allows you to receive care from an online mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
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- Stress Anxiety LGBT Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Depression Relationship issues Intimacy-related issues Eating disorders Parenting issues Self esteem Career difficulties Coping with life changes Coaching Compassion fatigue
- Languages Spoken
- English
Services offered
Professional, confidential, and judgment-free
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