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About Riverside Counseling

We utilize a range of evidence-based practices to support your growth and well-being. Whether working with individuals facing personal struggles, navigating complex emotions, or seeking guidance for life transitions, we bring a compassionate and client-centered approach to every session.

We are dedicated to serving everyone in need, regardless of your background- faith, history, race, or sexual orientation.

Our goal is to help clients discover things within themselves and learn new skills to be able to walk towards healing and a healthier lifestyle.

Our Vision

We continuously learn and evolve to ensure that we offer the most effective and current strategies in counseling. We aim to empower clients to reach their full potential and lead fulfilling lives, and we are dedicated to making a positive impact through our work.

Our Mission

Committed to providing the best quality of care. With a deep-seated belief in the transformative power of counseling, we strive to create a supportive and empathetic environment where individuals can explore their challenges and work towards meaningful change.

SERVICES

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ACCEPTS INSURANCE

Family & Couples Counseling

Individual Counseling

Anger Mananagement

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THERAPIST

Johanna Carter is a National Board-Certified Licensed Professional Counselor

She received her bachelor’s in psychology from Silliman University and Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Antioch University, New England. She works with individuals, couples and families from different cultures and backgrounds dealing with different kinds of life issues and mental issues. She has experience working in different settings such as private practice, community, and school-based settings.

Open-minded

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Solution Oriented

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Challenging

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Choosing Us for Mental Wellness

She specializes in depression, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, and grief and loss. She strives to create a supportive and empathetic environment where individuals can explore their challenges and work towards healing and meaningful change.

Our Approach to Therapy

At Riverside Counseling, we recognize that every individual is unique, and so are their therapeutic needs. That’s why we take a collaborative approach, working closely with each client to understand their concerns, set meaningful goals, and choose techniques and modalities that best support their personal growth.

We use a structured and evidence-based framework to address a wide range of concerns, including:

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Stress
  • Trauma
  • Relationship challenges
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Customer Review

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"Working with Johanna has been life changing. I've gone through some extreme life transitions, and she's not only assisted in a change of mindset but also gratitude. My communication has increased as well. I initially would shut down or become anxious in situations whereas now I set proper expectations for myself and others. I can't give her enough praise for her listening and understanding."

Mitchel

"Johanna is simply amazing. She is very easy to talk to. I have a hard time opening to anyone and she made me feel comfortable in the very first session. She truly cares for her patients and does everything she can for them. She is flexible and very understanding. She truly made a difference in my life. She makes it more than just patient and therapist she becomes your friend and confident. My life has truly changed for the better after being her patient."

Miranda

"I can’t thank Ms. Johanna enough for the person she is, and the calming, stabilizing effect our talks have had in my life. There have been countless times in my day-to-day life that a nugget of hers pops in my head and steers me away from past patterns of negativity and destructive self-talk. I was initially afraid that the Telehealth route might have been too impersonal, as opposed to traditional therapy. I can confidently say that after taking the leap with this process, I’m better for it, and wouldn’t have done this any other way. Thank you so much!"

AJ

"My partner and I have been seeing Johanna for couples counseling, and we can’t say enough about how grateful we are for her support and guidance, especially during this new chapter of our lives as new parents. Johanna has consistently gone above and beyond to be available and flexible, always willing to adjust her schedule to accommodate us, which has been such a blessing with a newborn. What we love most about Johanna is how she validates both of our feelings while creating a space where we both feel heard, safe, and never judged. She brings great insight to every session and uses practical examples and real-life scenarios that help us to build awareness and deepen our understanding of each other. She helps us set healthy relationship goals, gives us helpful tasks and homework to practice outside of our sessions, and even uses role play exercises that have greatly improved our communication and conflict resolution. We’ve made noticeable progress since working with her, and we appreciate the tools and perspective she’s provided. Johanna is kind, knowledgeable, personable, and truly invested in our growth as a couple. We both feel seen, supported, and encouraged every time we speak with her. We highly recommend her to any couple or individual looking to strengthen their relationship with their partner or themselves."

The Jordan Family

"Working with Johanna over the past year has been one of the most meaningful and transformative experiences of my life.  I came to her in a very difficult place, and with her steady support and encouragement, I was able to move away from thoughts I never imagined I could escape.  I’ve seen multiple therapists in the past, but Johanna is the first - and only - one who truly helped.  I guess I’m not the easiest person to reach, yet she never gave up on me. She’s incredibly knowledgeable and thoughtful in applying a wide range of therapeutic techniques, from mindfulness to cognitive work, to exploring early life experiences and perfectionism.  Even when I was hesitant, she gently encouraged me to try new tools and always made it feel safe and manageable.  Her warmth and patience are genuine - she listens carefully, remembers everything (even when I didn’t see her taking notes!), and consistently follows through.  Over time, she helped me build something that was rare: trust. What really stands out is that Johanna doesn’t just follow a script - she’s open to exploring new ideas, including things like evolutionary psychology, and always adapts to what you need in the moment.  I can’t overstate how much she’s helped me survive and grow - not just emotionally, but as a person.  If you're struggling with depression, especially if you're unsure about therapy or have tried before without success, I wholeheartedly recommend her.  She's truly a lifesaver." Thanks,

Hongyu

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