Jeffrey Riskin, LISW

Jeffrey Riskin is an LISW (Licensed Independent Social Worker) with 39 years of clinical practice helping people navigate life’s challenges. He approaches therapy from the belief that each person has an underlying wellness that can be obscured by stress, trauma, or difficult life events - like a piece of silver dulled by tarnish, with its value and brightness waiting to be revealed.

He has trained in a range of therapeutic techniques, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). His method begins by learning about both strengths and struggles so he can build a clear picture of what is working and what gets in the way. From that foundation he collaborates with clients to map out a practical route toward improved coping and greater wellbeing.

Jeffrey emphasizes a thoughtful, individualized process that balances skill-building with exploration of underlying issues. He works with people facing stress, anxiety, grief, relationship and family concerns, mood challenges, addictions, trauma, parenting issues, and other life transitions, aiming to help each person uncover and restore their sense of worth and resilience.

Therapeutic approaches for online care

Jeffrey Riskin uses evidence-informed therapies adapted for online work to help people learn skills and process difficult experiences. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and replacing them with healthier patterns - it is often useful for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches concrete skills for regulating intense emotions, improving relationships, and tolerating distress - it can help with mood instability, anger, and interpersonal conflicts. Trauma-Focused Therapy helps people safely process and make sense of traumatic experiences so that painful memories and reactions have less impact on daily life.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Jeffrey collaborates with each person to assess needs, goals, and preferences, then tailors techniques and pacing to fit the individual. This collaborative stance helps determine whether CBT, DBT, trauma-focused work, or a combination will be most helpful.

Online therapy with Jeffrey is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, providing flexibility for scheduling, travel, or differing energy levels. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care and to practice new skills between sessions with a licensed professional guiding the work.