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Dr. Kristen Riedle provides psychotherapy and psychological assessment to a diverse population of children, adolescents, and adults. She works with clients navigating a wide range of challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, perinatal and postpartum issues, relationship difficulties, cultural and identity concerns, and other life transitions. Dr. Riedle’s clients can expect a collaborative and supportive environment, where their goals guide the therapeutic process.
Her approach to therapy is integrative and individualized. Dr. Riedle draws from evidence-based modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Solution-Focused techniques. She emphasizes clear communication and collaboration, tailoring interventions to the specific needs and objectives of each client.
Dr. Riedle completed her bachelor’s degree in psychology at the University of Wisconsin, with a focus on social and personality psychology research. She subsequently contributed to studies on adolescent bipolar disorder at Temple University and resiliency research at the University of Pennsylvania Positive Psychology Center. She earned her PhD in clinical psychology from the University of Iowa, specializing in perinatal mood disorders and body image. Her clinical training spans hospital-based therapy, court-mandated programs, family and couples therapy, postpartum coaching for the Department of Veterans Affairs, and psychological assessment for ADHD and learning disorders. Dr. Riedle completed her internship and postdoctoral fellowship at Indiana University School of Medicine, providing integrated primary care services and supporting families in pediatric oncology and transplant settings.
Dr. Riedle is a licensed psychologist in California and offers individual and family therapy sessions. She provides services in-person as well as through secure telehealth sessions, making care accessible and flexible to accommodate clients’ schedules.
Years of Experience: 6 years
ADHD - Skill-building and support around organizational challenges, distracted attention, procrastination; building and maintaining healthy routines and structure
Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)
Bipolar disorder - Developing coping and preventive strategies to stabilize extreme mood swings, including manic and depressive episodes; increasing effective strategies to regulate emotions and maintain a healthy daily routine
Infertility counseling - Understanding infertility interventions and solutions; support during decision-making processes; coping with fertility problems and pregnancy loss
Personality disorders - Support reducing emotional suffering and addressing relationship challenges
Pregnancy, perinatal, postpartum mental health - Addressing issues specific to women and families during the pregnancy and postpartum period, including postpartum depression and anxiety
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