Jeffrey Riskin
LISW specializing in CBT, DBT, and trauma-focused therapy
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About
Jeffrey Riskin, LISW, has practiced clinical social work for 39 years in Ohio. He frames his work around the idea that an underlying capacity for wellness can be obscured by obstacles encountered over time. He often uses a metaphor of a piece of silver: its value can be hidden beneath tarnish, yet its strength and sheen remain underneath.
He has training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. Jeffrey aims to understand both strengths and struggles by getting to know a person and then mapping a route forward. His listed specialties include stress, anxiety, relationship and family concerns, grief and depression, addictions, LGBT issues, trauma and abuse, parenting, anger, self esteem, career, bipolar, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and ADHD. Additional focus areas include commitment issues, dissociation, family of origin concerns, first responder issues, hospice and end-of-life counseling, mood and personality disorders, obsessive compulsive symptoms, post-traumatic stress, sexual assault and abuse, social anxiety, and young adult issues.
He has training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. Jeffrey aims to understand both strengths and struggles by getting to know a person and then mapping a route forward. His listed specialties include stress, anxiety, relationship and family concerns, grief and depression, addictions, LGBT issues, trauma and abuse, parenting, anger, self esteem, career, bipolar, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and ADHD. Additional focus areas include commitment issues, dissociation, family of origin concerns, first responder issues, hospice and end-of-life counseling, mood and personality disorders, obsessive compulsive symptoms, post-traumatic stress, sexual assault and abuse, social anxiety, and young adult issues.
- Location:
- Ohio, United States
- Years Experience:
- 39
- Gender:
- Male
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- No
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Grief, Depression
Other areas of experience: Addictions, LGBT, Trauma and abuse, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Commitment issues, Dissociation, Family of origin issues, Fatherhood issues, First responder issues, Isolation / loneliness, Mood disorders, Personality disorders, Post-traumatic stress, Sexual assault and abuse, Young adult issues
Therapeutic approach:Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Trauma-Focused Therapy
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: OH LISW I.0005349-SUPV
- NPI Number: 1073599379
- License: LISW (Ohio)
Remote sessions and clinical approaches
Jeffrey conducts remote sessions using video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These communication options allow him to meet with people who prefer or require a distance format while working through concerns identified in his specialties and focus areas.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, as he uses it, centers on identifying patterns of thought and behavior and on developing practical skills to manage symptoms and daily challenges. Dialectical Behavior Therapy offers a structured set of strategies for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. Trauma-Focused Therapy involves approaches intended to address the impact of traumatic experiences and to help process trauma-related symptoms.
He approaches remote work collaboratively, partnering with each person to clarify goals, select appropriate techniques from these approaches, and adjust the pace and mix of methods as needed. Communication may be maintained through video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on preferences and the plan developed together.
How many years has Jeffrey been practicing?
Jeffrey has 39 years of clinical experience.
What are his professional credentials?
He is a Licensed Independent Social Worker, LISW, licensed in Ohio with license OH LISW I.0005349-SUPV.
Which languages does he use in sessions?
Sessions are conducted in English.
Where is he based?
His practice is based in Ohio.
What communication methods are available for remote sessions?
Jeffrey offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging.
Does he accept clients who live outside the United States?
Yes. This profile indicates he is accepting international clients.
How is cost handled?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions operate through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How does someone get started with him?
To begin, use the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire to initiate the matching process.