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Lakeisha Riley

Lakeisha Riley, LCSW, CSW

LCSW - Anxiety and life changes

Colorado

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Credentials
LCSW, CSW
License
LCSW, Colorado / CSW.09933523
NPI
1902338544
Experience
10 years
Languages
English
Location
Colorado
  • Stress and anxiety
  • Trauma and abuse
  • Self esteem support

About Lakeisha

Lakeisha Riley is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with ten years of practice in Colorado. She works with people dealing with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, depression, and coping with life changes. She also lists social anxiety among the issues she addresses. Her approach is respectful and grounded in cultural awareness.

She helps people talk through what is happening in their daily life and in their relationships. Sessions focus on practical steps to manage symptoms, improve communication, and handle transitions like divorce or caregiving responsibilities. Lakeisha also supports clients who are navigating the long-term effects of abuse, domestic violence, or addiction.

Her work includes addressing attachment concerns, abandonment, and challenges around adoption and foster care. She also sees people who are living with chronic pain, illness, or age-related issues. Lakeisha offers support for self-esteem struggles and for those feeling isolated or unsure about life purpose.

In sessions she prioritizes clear goals and realistic strategies. That can mean learning new coping skills, practicing ways to speak up, or finding small experiments to reduce avoidance in social situations. Progress is tracked with concrete steps rather than abstract labels.

To begin, people complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule an initial appointment. Lakeisha uses a subscription model that can be canceled at any time, and fees vary with location. Sessions are conducted in English and she does not take international clients.

How evidence-based methods translate to online care

Lakeisha commonly uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on skills and gradual practice. One approach emphasizes step-by-step exposure to feared social situations to reduce avoidance and build confidence. This involves planning small, achievable experiments to practice in real life and reviewing progress in sessions.

Another commonly used approach centers on improving communication and coping skills. That work includes rehearsing how to assert needs, manage intense emotions, and set boundaries, which can help with relationship strain and everyday stress.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Lakeisha will collaborate with each person to decide which techniques fit their goals, day-to-day life, and what feels manageable. She adapts plans based on what helps and what doesn’t, so the plan can change over time.

The original biography does not specify session formats, so confirm the current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, shorten travel time, and allow for quicker check-ins when needed. Some people find video sessions helpful for practicing social skills, while other formats may suit shorter updates or lower-bandwidth connections. Ask about formats when you complete the matching questionnaire so sessions fit your routine.

Areas of expertise

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersParanoiaPersonality disordersPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSelf-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Experience

10+ years

Listed in

Colorado

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does she work with?

She focuses on stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, depression, and coping with life changes. Social anxiety is specifically listed among her areas of concern.

How would she describe her therapy style?

She uses practical, evidence-based techniques and clear goals. Sessions emphasize skill building, communication practice, and stepwise exposure to difficult situations.

How much experience does she have?

She has ten years of clinical experience working with a range of concerns including trauma, addiction, and chronic illness.

What are her credentials and location?

She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and CSW based in Colorado.

Are sessions offered in other languages or internationally?

Sessions are offered in English. She is not currently accepting international clients.

What session formats are available?

The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.

How does pricing work?

Fees vary with location and services. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

What should I do to get started?

Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.

Lakeisha RileyLCSW, CSW

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