Riley Henderson

Riley Henderson is a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) based in Ohio who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, anger, and life changes. She offers a calm, listening presence for parents, partners, and individuals who are feeling overwhelmed. Riley aims to make the first step easier by creating an open, nonjudgmental space where people can talk through what matters to them.

With three years of experience, she has worked in homes, schools, and the court system. That variety has shaped a practical approach to crisis moments and ongoing struggles alike. Riley draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, using straightforward tools to notice thoughts, test unhelpful beliefs, and change patterns that keep people stuck.

She often supports people dealing with relationship and family conflict, caregiving stress, parenting challenges, and concerns around identity and intimacy. Riley also focuses on trauma and abuse, grief, addictions, eating and body image issues, and mood concerns such as bipolar and depression. Her work includes helping people with anger, panic attacks, social anxiety, and building self-esteem.

Riley describes her style as client-focused and open to creative approaches. She emphasizes practical skills alongside space to process emotions. Sessions aim to balance coping strategies with exploration of values and goals.

Sessions are conducted in English. Riley does not accept international clients. To begin, prospective clients use the site Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.

How CBT and practical therapy work online

Riley uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) as a core approach. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing them with simple experiments. It is often helpful for anxiety, panic attacks, anger, and mood concerns because it teaches concrete skills for changing reactions and behaviors.

Riley combines CBT with a nonjudgmental, client-centered style. That means she listens for what matters to the individual, then works collaboratively to set goals and try approaches that fit the person's life. Finding the right approach is part of the process and she will adjust methods based on needs, goals, and preferences.

Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, reduce travel time, and allow for check-ins during breaks or between appointments. It can also make it simpler to practice skills in everyday settings and to bring real-life examples into sessions. Licensed professionals and therapists often use these practical benefits to keep work focused and usable.