Adrian Risher, LMFT — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Adrian!

I believe you are the expert on your own life. My role is to provide a supportive space where you feel truly heard and understood. Starting therapy is a huge step, so you should be proud of yourself. I specialize in working with anxiety, depression, PTSD, life transitions, relationship issues, parenting, grief, and trauma.

My focus

I enjoy working with adults and couples. I have experience working with clients experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety, PTSD, and grief. I can also assist with life transitions and relationship challenges.

My approach

My therapeutic style is client-centered. I prioritize building a safe, nonjudgmental, and empathic space where you feel heard, supported, and valued. I focus on creating a collaborative relationship that empowers you to explore your feelings and experiences at your own pace.

My communication style

I bring compassion, honesty, and a non-judgmental environment to therapy so you can explore your thoughts and feelings at your own pace. I practice active listening, which allows you to reflect on your experiences. I work with you as your empathetic partner.

My journey to mental healthcare

My path to therapy began with my own transformative therapeutic experience. I discovered at a young age that my gift and purpose are to be of service to others. Being a therapist allows me to truly walk in my purpose. I love to create a safe space for clients to freely express themselves.

My goals for you

Therapy is a partnership. We will work together to identify and set goals you want to achieve. My goal is to empower you to connect more deeply with yourself, build confidence in your choices, and move toward a life that feels more authentic and fulfilling.

Our first session

Your first session is about starting the conversation and getting comfortable. We will discuss what brought you to therapy and what you are hoping to accomplish. I will ask a few questions to learn more about your story. This helps me understand what's important to you so we can shape therapy around your needs and goals.

I identify as...

Female
Black or African American

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Humanistic

Attachment-based

Behavioral Activation

Child/Parent Psychotherapy

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Dialectical (DBT)

Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)

Internal Family Systems (IFS)

Mindfulness-Based

Motivational Interviewing

Play Therapy

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

+ 12 more

Focus populations

BIPOC

Gay

Lesbian

Open Relationships/Non-Monogamy

Single Mother

+ 5 more

Therapy types

Couples Therapy
Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Oxford Health Plans
Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied

+ 57 more

Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Arts (MA) in Clinical Psychology / Marriage and Family Therapy from Pepperdine University.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Adrian Risher