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Kathleen Ries, LMFT

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Kathleen is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

4.5 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Kathleen. View 33 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in California

Recent reviews

Kathleen is pretty cool, listens to what im saying and provides feedback, answers any of the questions i have and is all around a supportive therapist.

Reviewed June 2024

Kathleen is great, listens to me, acknowledges my concerns and gives me pointers.

Reviewed May 2024

More about Kathleen

  • 13 years' experience
  • Female
  • LMFT

As a marriage and family therapist licensed in California with 10 years of experience, I've worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, trauma, and life transitions. I have worked with clients who have experienced domestic violence, emotional abuse, and sexual assault.

My counseling style is warm and interactive. A foundational principle in my practice is that everyone is treated with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, Gestalt and trauma-focused counseling. I tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs.

It takes courage to work toward a more fulfilling and happier life. The first steps towards a change are often the hardest. If you are ready to take that step, I'm here to support and empower you.

I look forward to working with you!

Specialties

Relationship issues Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Grief Anger management Stress Anxiety Addictions Intimacy-related issues Parenting issues Self esteem Career difficulties Depression Coping with life changes Compassion fatigue

Treatment Approaches

  • Attachment-Based Therapy
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Existential Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Kathleen Ries's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1932406568.

  • LMFT · California · 78366 · Expires August 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.

Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.

Reviews for Kathleen Ries

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.5

33 reviews

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Clients mention: Helped Listens Great Understanding Wonderful The best Helpful Insightful Amazing Recommend

Kathleen is pretty cool, listens to what im saying and provides feedback, answers any of the questions i have and is all around a supportive therapist.

Reviewed June 2024

Kathleen is great, listens to me, acknowledges my concerns and gives me pointers.

Reviewed May 2024

She has really helped me with my anger problems. I feel I am working with someone who has an understanding of what I am dealing with and how to help me move forward.

Reviewed April 2024

Kathleen has been very compassionate and helped me regulate my triggers while also teaching me where they come from. I feel safe when she welcomes my emotions and I feel heard.

Reviewed March 2024

Kathleen has been pretty helpful in helping me deal with a challenging situation. She has listened and shared insights as well supplemental resources for me to learn more about my expressed interest.

Reviewed January 2024

Great therapist, exactly the therapist I needed very sweet person.

Reviewed December 2023

Kathleen is wonderful. Listens well, give good suggestions and helped me on numerous levels. So grateful for her!

Reviewed August 2023

My first therapist didn’t get me at all. I LOVE Kathleen and cannot recommend her highly enough . I’m going through major things here and she GETS me. At first I was like what am I getting into ? She is real and will talk to you straight .

Reviewed March 2023

Amazing.

Reviewed April 2023

Very intuitive and I feel like she knows me well in the short time I've seen her.

Reviewed April 2023

I feel very supported

Reviewed December 2022

Kathleen is very relational. She is understanding and able to quickly reach important aspects of the process. Kathleen is more than available with a quick check in and had a great grasp of what i am working on and toward

Reviewed December 2022

I have been plagued with anxiety all my life. A recent incident set me off. Kathleen has been able to assist me in getting through it in a quick and completely thorough manner..She has a tremendous feeling of empathy and is one of the highest quality professionals I’ve ever met in the field.

Reviewed September 2022

Amazing therapist. Has greatly helped me with my ongoing problems as well as has greatly helped me during a crisis. I am beyond thankful for finding her, and for her care and attention.

Reviewed August 2022

Kathleen is attentive, offers exercises and tools I use and try regularly. She listens carefully and challenged me in ways I need

Reviewed July 2022

Kathleen is the best!

Reviewed June 2022

Kathleen Ries has helped me slow down and evaluate my thoughts and actions in a positive way. She is insightful and kind. I always feel better after a session with her, and she always leaves me with interesting things to consider.

Reviewed June 2022

Extremely understanding, respectful, and knowledgeable.

Reviewed March 2022

I look forward to talking with Kathleen every week. She is kind, empathetic and easy to talk to. She is clearly very knowledgeable in her work; I appreciate how she incorporated varying approaches in her practice: holistic perspectives like the energy in the world and art therapy, but also scientific/clinical perspectives in discussing the chemistry of neurons firing in our brains. She gave me strategies and tools to try out that really changed my perspective. Even after our first session I felt proud of my progress. I feel better equipped to take on the challenges that I face.

Reviewed February 2022

Upon our first meeting, I was very comfortable with Kathleen. She provides a warm, supportive, encouraging process that helps keep me accountable and productive. I feel fortunate that I was matched with her and look forward to our sessions.

Reviewed February 2022

Kathleen Ries has been a great help to me. I respect her advice, she listens, is insightful, and makes helpful suggestions that have helped me to see a path. She is the best therapist I have ever had.

Reviewed January 2022

Kathleen is incredible and one of the most valuable resources in my life. She is helping me grow as an individual and be a better partner / friend / person to the entire world. She’s responsive, listens very well, and has lots of expertise on a variety of topics. I recommend Kathleen with the highest regards.

Reviewed November 2021

Kathleen Ries is a wonderful listener, kind and insightful. She is a wonderful therapist, the best I've ever come across.

Reviewed August 2021

Kathleen was such an incredible help for me in my journey of self-discovery. I've always been feeling so lost and stuck in life and being able to talk to her was an incredibly rewarding process full of interesting conversations. Her warm presence and intelligence made the process very eye-opening and rewarding, and I'm so glad I had her as my therapist. I will never forget our conversations and they'll continue to guide me throughout life in a great way!

Reviewed August 2021

Kathleen is an excellent counselor. She clearly has many years of experience, an active listener, very thorough, supportive. A joy to work with

Reviewed July 2021

Kathleen has been great at reading through the lines of what I have to say and zeroing in on the underlying issues that are causing stresses and concerns. This is my first experience with therapy as an adult and I have been pleasantly surprised.

Reviewed June 2021

Kathy is very empathetic and understanding. She makes me feel very comfortable and offers great perspective in different moments in my life . I greatly appreciate her she came in a dark time in my life and has assisted me tremendously in finding my way back.

Reviewed June 2021

I think I talk too much during the sessions but that gives Kathleen lots of room to see what’s going on inside my head. I enjoy listening to her feedback and discovering things about myself that I previously did not now. The three sessions with her I’ve been an interesting journey.

Reviewed May 2021

Kathleen has been very helpful throughout our sessions and is extremely kind and caring. Would recommend her without a second thought!

Reviewed April 2021

Kathleen is a wonderful counselor and helped me think through what is likely to be the biggest decision in my life. She brings patience, compassion, and insight to every discussion, and helped me feel more confident about my path in life.

Reviewed March 2021

Kathleen Ries has been an amazing counselor. She listens, respects my perspective, brainstorms solutions with me, and facilitates a safe and welcoming counseling session. Every time after we have session I feel relieved and better prepared mentally and emotionally to handle my problems.

Reviewed March 2021

Kathleen is a wonderful and skilled therapist.

Reviewed March 2021

Very patient and understanding, as it’s something that I need.

Reviewed March 2021

How was your experience with Kathleen?

Frequently asked questions

Does Kathleen Ries offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Kathleen Ries works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Kathleen Ries speak?

Kathleen Ries speaks English.

How many years of experience does Kathleen Ries have?

Kathleen Ries has 13 years of experience.

Where is Kathleen Ries licensed to practice?

Kathleen Ries is licensed to practice in California.

Does Kathleen Ries accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Kathleen Ries does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Kathleen Ries offer?

Kathleen Ries offers clients Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Existential Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Kathleen Ries?

Kathleen Ries can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Kathleen Ries?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.