Therapists Identifying as Person of Color (POC) in Riverside, CA

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HEATHER BYRD
I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT) based in southern California. I work with individual adults only, utilizing Eye... More
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Offers online care for Riverside, California
LMFT
Female
I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT) based in southern California. I work with individual adults only, utilizing Eye-Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Th... More
Who might be a good fit for Heather?
People seeking clarity around trauma recovery or support navigating the challenges of adulthood may find Heather Byrd’s approach fitting. She integrates EMDR therapy to help motivated individuals work through distressing patterns and move toward greater daily freedom. View Profile
Person of Color (POC)
Riverside, CA
JESUS ACEVES
Welcome! My name is Jesus, I am a multi-state Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 5 years of experience working with adults... More
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Offers online care for Riverside, California
LICSW|LISW|LCSW
Male
Welcome! My name is Jesus, I am a multi-state Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 5 years of experience working with adults. If you are struggling to cope with the chal... More
Who might be a good fit for Jesus?
Clients working through depression and family conflict and looking for interpersonal psychotherapy support might engage well with Jesus Aceves’s approach. He emphasizes a collaborative, personalized process that meets clients where they are, supporting positive movement forward through life’s challenges. View Profile
Person of Color (POC)
Riverside, CA
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Bend Health
Bend Health is a virtual clinic that delivers timely, high-quality mental health care for children, teens, and families. They conn... More
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Bend Health is a virtual clinic that delivers timely, high-quality mental health care for children, teens, and families. They connect you with licensed therapists and clinicia... More
Who might be a good fit for Bend?
Bend Health may support individuals who want to explore mental health and emotional well-being through a virtual care-informed lens. Their approach emphasizes accessible, personalized treatment for children, teens, and families, incorporating evidence-based therapies alongside culturally sensitive and gender-affirming care. View Profile
Person of Color (POC)
Riverside, CA
Lauresha  Hawkins
Lauresha, LCSW, is a seasoned mental health professional with 14 years of experience across child welfare, behavioral health, and... More
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Offers online care for Riverside, California
LCSW
Female
Lauresha, LCSW, is a seasoned mental health professional with 14 years of experience across child welfare, behavioral health, and healthcare settings. She integrates evidence... More
Who might be a good fit for Lauresha ?
Those coping with addiction or pursuing personal growth in managing complex behavioral health challenges may find Lauresha Hawkins’s approach to be well-aligned. She integrates evidence-based therapies like CBT, DBT, and ACT within a client-centered framework that considers social determinants of health and supports lasting wellness. View Profile
Person of Color (POC)
Riverside, CA
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Meru Health
Feel better in 12 weeks You are not your anxiety or depression. Meru Health is a 12-week digital menta... More
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Offers online care for Riverside, California
Feel better in 12 weeks You are not your anxiety or depression. Meru Health is a 12-week digital mental health program designed to help people feel... More
Who might be a good fit for Meru Health?
Those coping with depression, anxiety, or sleep difficulties may find Meru Health’s approach to be well-aligned. Its 12-week digital program combines cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and real-time biofeedback to offer flexible, accessible support tailored to individuals seeking a whole-person, tech-enabled path to improved mental health. View Profile
Person of Color (POC)
Riverside, CA
Thomas VanMarter
You're probably here because you feel "stuck" in life. Maybe you're a parent who is challenged by their child's unique behavioral,... More
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Offers online care for Riverside, California
LMFT
Male
You're probably here because you feel "stuck" in life. Maybe you're a parent who is challenged by their child's unique behavioral, emotional or academic needs & want help navi... More
Who might be a good fit for Thomas?
Thomas Vanmarter may be a good match for people navigating behavioral or emotional challenges who prefer a collaborative, goal-oriented framework. His approach emphasizes practical tools for emotional self-regulation and often includes family involvement to support individuals facing issues like trauma, anxiety, or complex behavioral needs. View Profile
Person of Color (POC)
Riverside, CA
Milagros Garcia
Milly Garcia a bilingual therapist with years of counseling experience. She is skilled in working with adults experiencing symptom... More
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Offers online care for Riverside, California
Female
Milly Garcia a bilingual therapist with years of counseling experience. She is skilled in working with adults experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety, addictions, grief a... More
Who might be a good fit for Milagros?
Milagros Garcia may support individuals who want to explore healing from trauma and life transitions through a trauma-informed, strength-based lens. Her bilingual approach and collaborative style emphasize uncovering personal strengths while addressing challenges like depression, anxiety, and addiction. View Profile
Person of Color (POC)
Riverside, CA
LEIGH HOOVER
I am a compassionate EMDR trained psychotherapist who values my clients' time. This career path became of interest to me after my... More
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LCSW
Female
I am a compassionate EMDR trained psychotherapist who values my clients' time. This career path became of interest to me after my time in the military, where I saw many of my... More
Who might be a good fit for Leigh?
People experiencing trauma or PTSD and looking for a therapist with experience in EMDR might consider Leigh Hoover’s style of care. Drawing on her background working with veterans and civilians, she integrates evidence-based strategies while closely tracking progress to help clients move toward their personal goals. View Profile
Person of Color (POC)
Riverside, CA
DANIELLE PIZZI
Hello, I’m Danielle and I’m excited to meet you! I am a licensed clinical social worker, and have been honored to provide comp... More
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Offers online care for Riverside, California
LCSW
Female
Hello, I’m Danielle and I’m excited to meet you! I am a licensed clinical social worker, and have been honored to provide compassionate and person-centered care to individ... More
Who might be a good fit for Danielle?
Danielle Pizzi may support individuals who want to explore healing from trauma and emotional challenges through a DBT- and EMDR-informed lens. Her compassionate, person-centered approach invites clients to gently uncover underlying obstacles while fostering self-awareness and resilience along their personal journey. View Profile
Person of Color (POC)
Riverside, CA
ANGELICA LIMON
Angelica has a passion for helping young children and adolescents, as well as couples and families. She works with clients who suf... More
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Offers online care for Riverside, California
LMFT
Female
Angelica has a passion for helping young children and adolescents, as well as couples and families. She works with clients who suffer from depression, anxiety, addiction, adju... More
Who might be a good fit for Angelica?
People experiencing anxiety, depression, or trauma, or those wanting to strengthen coping skills, could benefit from Angelica Limon’s focused therapeutic work. She integrates approaches like EMDR and mindfulness to help clients explore past experiences and build practical tools for managing real-life challenges. View Profile
Person of Color (POC)
Riverside, CA
OSVALDO LOMELI
Hi. I'm a licensed clinical social worker and received my Masters from USC. I've provided therapy since 2010. I've spend 14 years ... More
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Offers online care for Riverside, California
LCSW
Male
Hi. I'm a licensed clinical social worker and received my Masters from USC. I've provided therapy since 2010. I've spend 14 years working with adolescents but i also having ex... More
Who might be a good fit for Osvaldo?
Osvaldo Lomeli offers an approach that may suit individuals focusing on managing addiction, anxiety, or challenges related to adolescent and veteran mental health. His use of cognitive behavioral and solution-focused therapies, combined with experience working in diverse settings, supports clients seeking practical strategies for coping and growth. View Profile
Person of Color (POC)
Riverside, CA
BRIAN MITCHELL
Hi, I’m Brian Mitchell. I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, but more importantly, I’m a dedicated partner in your healing... More
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Offers online care for Riverside, California
LCSW
Male
Hi, I’m Brian Mitchell. I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, but more importantly, I’m a dedicated partner in your healing. I specialize in helping people navigate tra... More
Who might be a good fit for Brian?
People experiencing trauma or those wanting to strengthen coping skills could benefit from Brian Mitchell’s focused therapeutic work. He offers a client-centered approach that incorporates evidence-based methods like EMDR and mindfulness to support healing in a safe and supportive environment. View Profile
Person of Color (POC)
Riverside, CA
SYED MEHDI
My name means “Light,” and my goal is to help you rediscover yours. As a BIPOC therapist, I bring a culturally sensitive, holi... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Riverside, California
LMFT
Male
My name means “Light,” and my goal is to help you rediscover yours. As a BIPOC therapist, I bring a culturally sensitive, holistic approach to healing. Together, we’ll s... More
Who might be a good fit for Syed?
Syed Mehdi may be a good match for people navigating anxiety, trauma, or grief who prefer a compassionate, culturally sensitive framework. His integrative approach weaves mindfulness, spirituality, and faith-based counseling to support healing and self-discovery in a nonjudgmental space. View Profile
Person of Color (POC)
Riverside, CA
SUSAN PROUDFOOT
Ever feel like your brain won't turn off or that you are constantly worrying about one thing or another? Feel like you are always ... More
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Offers online care for Riverside, California
LICSW|LCSW
Female
Ever feel like your brain won't turn off or that you are constantly worrying about one thing or another? Feel like you are always anxious or have some trauma in your past? Do ... More
Who might be a good fit for Susan?
Susan Proudfoot may support individuals who want to explore anxiety and trauma through a therapy-informed lens. She creates a compassionate, personalized space that integrates approaches like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients build coping skills and find greater calm and clarity in their daily lives. View Profile
Person of Color (POC)
Riverside, CA
Fitzgerald Ajoku
FitzGerald Ajoku is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over a decade of experience supporting adults through trauma, anxiety, ... More
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Offers online care for Riverside, California
Male
FitzGerald Ajoku is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over a decade of experience supporting adults through trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges, a... More
Who might be a good fit for Fitzgerald?
FitzGerald Ajoku may support individuals who want to explore healing from trauma and anxiety through a trauma-informed, cognitive-behavioral lens. His culturally sensitive and client-centered approach creates a space for adults facing depression, grief, or relationship challenges to build on their strengths with patience and authenticity. View Profile
Person of Color (POC)
Riverside, CA
THASANEE FONG
Hello, and welcome. I’m a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with a passion for helping adu... More
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Offers online care for Riverside, California
PMHNP
Female
Hello, and welcome. I’m a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with a passion for helping adults (ages 18–65) navigate life’s emotiona... More
Who might be a good fit for Thasanee?
People experiencing mood disorders or those wanting to strengthen their emotional resilience could benefit from Thasanee Fong’s focused therapeutic work. She combines medication management with psychotherapy techniques like CBT and mindfulness to support adults seeking stability and clarity in a compassionate, personalized way. View Profile
Person of Color (POC)
Riverside, CA
Marisela CabralCenteno
Marisela Cabral-Centeno, LCSW, is a compassionate, trauma-informed therapist with a deep commitment to helping clients navigate li... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Riverside, California
Female
Marisela Cabral-Centeno, LCSW, is a compassionate, trauma-informed therapist with a deep commitment to helping clients navigate life’s challenges with strength and self-awar... More
Who might be a good fit for Marisela?
Marisela Cabral-Centeno may work particularly well with those looking to build skills around managing anxiety, depression, and trauma. She integrates evidence-based approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with mindfulness and motivational interviewing, offering a culturally responsive and strengths-based environment for adults seeking growth and healing. View Profile
Person of Color (POC)
Riverside, CA
Wayne Palmer
Wayne Palmer is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with a Master of Science in Psychiatric ... More
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Male
Wayne Palmer is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with a Master of Science in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing from the University of ... More
Who might be a good fit for Wayne?
People seeking clarity around managing mood disorders or support navigating adulthood transitions may find Wayne Palmer’s approach fitting. His patient-centered care blends evidence-based therapies with accessible telepsychiatry, offering tailored support for individuals facing anxiety, depression, ADHD, and related challenges. View Profile
Person of Color (POC)
Riverside, CA
HEATHER BARBATSIS
Hello, I'm Heather, a seasoned counselor dedicated to providing compassionate support to individuals navigating life's challenges.... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Riverside, California
LCSW
Female
Hello, I'm Heather, a seasoned counselor dedicated to providing compassionate support to individuals navigating life's challenges. With over 20 years of experience in Social W... More
Who might be a good fit for Heather?
Heather Barbatsis may be a good match for people navigating anxiety or relationship challenges who prefer a collaborative and client-centered counseling framework. Her approach blends mindfulness and cognitive-behavioral techniques to support individuals and couples in building resilience, improving communication, and fostering personal growth in a compassionate, understanding environment. View Profile
Person of Color (POC)
Riverside, CA
LILIANA PONCE
Hello and welcome - I'm so glad you're here My name is Liliana Ponce, and I am a bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) ... More
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Offers online care for Riverside, California
LCSW
Female
Hello and welcome - I'm so glad you're here My name is Liliana Ponce, and I am a bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Southern California and I bring a cu... More
Who might be a good fit for Liliana?
People seeking clarity around emotional challenges or support navigating adolescence may find Liliana Ponce’s approach fitting. Her bilingual, culturally sensitive, and trauma-informed methods are designed to help teens and their families work through issues like anxiety, depression, and peer relationships with understanding and care. View Profile
Person of Color (POC)
Riverside, CA

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

Mental Health Services in Riverside, California

Home to over 300,000 residents, Riverside, California, is a vibrant city known for its rich cultural heritage, impressive landmarks like the Mission Inn, and a commitment to maintaining a health-oriented lifestyle.

Key Mental-Health Concerns for Riverside Residents

Key mental health issues impacting Riverside residents include anxiety and depression. According to the CDC, California has a higher prevalence of mental health disorders compared to national averages.

Access to Care & Providers in Riverside

From public healthcare to private practitioners, mental health services in Riverside, California are extensive. The city boasts various crisis lines, community organizations, and innovative initiatives like mobile mental health units.

Therapies & Specialties

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) are widely practiced in Riverside.
  • Many providers offer Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and other trauma-focused care.
  • Unique local offerings include bilingual care, e-therapy options, and specialized support for veterans.

Local Policies & Stressors

While Riverside offers many resources, cost of living and industry pressures could pose potential stressors. The city's large student population and evolving remote work trends also influence mental health needs.

Take the Next Step

Your mental health matters. If you're ready to seek support, browse our directory to find a licensed therapist in Riverside, California. You're not alone, and help is available.