LMSW, LCSW
Riley Banks, LMSW, LCSW
Therapist in Michigan
Riley is a LMSW, LCSW therapist in Michigan.
- 7+ years of experience
- Focus areas include Relationship issues, Family conflicts
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About Riley
She works with clients on motivation, self esteem, and confidence, and addresses related issues including body image, communication difficulties, isolation or loneliness, post-traumatic stress, and social anxiety or phobia. Riley emphasizes respectful, sensitive, and compassionate care, tailoring conversations and treatment plans to each person’s specific needs and goals.
Riley recognizes that beginning therapy often requires courage and she affirms that first step. Her approach focuses on adapting evidence-based techniques to fit each client’s circumstances, helping people build understanding, develop practical skills, and work toward healthier relationships and greater emotional well-being.
Evidence-Based Approaches for Online Care
Riley uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques tailored to each person's concerns. One focus is trauma-informed work, which centers on understanding how past abuse or traumatic events affect current feelings and relationships and helps clients process those experiences at a manageable pace. Another focus is relationship and family-centered intervention, aimed at improving communication, resolving recurring conflicts, and strengthening connections between partners or family members. She also employs skills-based strategies to support self-esteem and mood, teaching practical tools that help with motivation, confidence, and day-to-day coping.
Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Riley collaborates with each client to determine which techniques align best with their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds. This collaborative stance helps ensure the work feels relevant and useful.
Online therapy with licensed professionals offers flexibility and accessibility. Video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging allow clients to receive care in formats that fit their schedules and comfort levels. These options can make it easier to attend sessions consistently and to integrate therapeutic work into a busy life.
Frequently asked questions
How much experience does Riley Banks have?
Riley Banks has 7 years of professional experience.
Is Riley Banks a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds these credentials: LMSW, LCSW. License details: MI LMSW 6801108492, TX LCSW 114845.
In which languages does Riley Banks provide therapy?
Riley Banks provides therapy in English.
Where is Riley Banks located?
Riley Banks is located in Michigan.
How can I work with Riley Banks as my therapist?
You can work with Riley Banks through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Riley Banks work with international clients?
Riley Banks does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Riley Banks cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
7+ years
Credentials
Michigan, Texas
Languages
English