Hi there, I'm Kasey!

I am a compassionate and dedicated therapist with over 10 years of experience specializing in working with clients who struggle with eating disorders, depression, anxiety, and substance abuse. I am deeply committed to helping individuals overcome challenges and achieve lasting mental wellness.

My focus

No matter where you are on your journey, you are welcome here. I am dedicated to helping you navigate the challenges of an eating disorder, depression, anxiety, and trauma. I understand the complexities of these issues and the impact they can have on your daily life. My focus is on providing a non-judgmental environment.

My approach

I am passionate about promoting mental health awareness and destigmatizing mental illness. I actively engage in community outreach programs, workshops, and public speaking events to spread the knowledge and understanding. I feel fortunate to be part of my clients' journeys towards healing and growth.

My communication style

My communication style is empathic and active. My mission is to provide a safe place for individuals to share, learn, and grow. I validate my clients while remaining authentic, respectful, and culturally aware.

My journey to mental healthcare

My journey started as a yoga teacher in college. I decided to continue my career working with people using mindful skills. I have lived experience, including my education and work experience. I have worked 10 years in a treatment facility working with Eating disorders, trauma, depression, and anxiety.

My goals for you

We will clearly identify the client's goals, encouraging them to identify specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound goals. We will create a plan, provide support, and explore challenges. Monitoring progress and celebrating achievements is vital for clients' success.

Our first session

Building a rapport, developing a treatment plan, and establishing a schedule that works for both of us.

I identify as...

Female
Buddhist, Christian, Interfaith, Jewish, Non-denominational

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Dialectical (DBT)

EMDR

Motivational Interviewing

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Art Therapy

Attachment-based

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Internal Family Systems (IFS)

+ 12 more

Focus populations

Educators

Recovery/12 Step Friendly

Single Mother

Military/Veterans

Police/Fire/First Responders

+ 5 more

Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Minors
Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
Allegiance
Allied
Anthem
Arlo (Cigna)

+ 40 more

Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Science (MS) in Counseling in Rehabilitation from California Southern University.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

In-person sessions

78150 Calle Tampico, La Quinta, CA 92253

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Kasey Rissman