About Riley
Riley Banks is a licensed social worker in Michigan who helps people navigate relationship strain, family conflict, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, and depression. She brings seven years of practical experience to conversations. Riley aims to create a respectful and compassionate space where people can speak honestly about what hurts and what they want to change.
In sessions she focuses on what matters most to each person and tailors the plan to those needs.
Background and approach
Riley uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address symptoms and day-to-day challenges. She works with practical goals like improving communication, building confidence, and reducing isolation. Many people come for help after difficult experiences or when they feel stuck in their relationships.
Riley offers clear, goal-oriented steps and a calm way of looking at problems. She encourages small changes that add up over time. Riley describes her approach as respectful and sensitive.
She listens closely and adjusts how she talks and plans based on each client’s situation. Her experience includes addressing body image concerns, post-traumatic stress reactions, social anxiety, and trouble connecting with others. People who choose Riley can expect straightforward discussion and collaborative planning.
She holds a Master of Social Work as a Licensed Master Social Worker - LMSW and is licensed as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker - LCSW. Her practice is based in Michigan and sessions are conducted in English.
How Riley uses evidence-based approaches online
Riley works with evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on clear skills and practical change. One approach emphasizes building stronger communication and problem-solving skills to improve relationships and reduce conflict. This helps when misunderstandings or repeated arguments make daily life harder. Another approach focuses on managing symptoms after trauma by teaching grounding and coping strategies to reduce distress and improve day-to-day functioning. These techniques aim to make intense reactions easier to handle and to re-establish a sense of control.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Riley will talk with each person about their goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t helped before. Together they decide which techniques to try and adjust them over time based on what works in real life.
Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different needs. Video calls allow face-to-face work for skills practice and deeper conversation. Phone sessions use less bandwidth and can be easier to fit into a workday. Live chat and messaging support shorter check-ins, journaling between sessions, or steady contact when schedules are tight. These options make it simpler to get regular support without major travel or scheduling hurdles.
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Specialties and expertise
Top specialties
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
Also works with
- Experience
- 7 years
- Licensed
- Michigan, Texas
- Languages
- English