Joseph Ritkes, LCSW, San Diego, CA

About Joseph Ritkes

Clientele seen

Children (<13)

Adults (25-64)

Teenagers (13-17)

Seniors (65+)

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Identity

Gender

Male

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Joseph Ritkes

My name is Joey Ritkes (he/him). I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) in the state of California. I earned my undergraduate degree in psychology from Alliant International University in San Diego. I completed my master of social work (MSW) at San Jose State University. I went back to Alliant International University to complete my PhD in psychology, public policy, and law. My dissertation explored the roles of knowledge, attitudes, beliefs, and training experiences of correctional professionals on the treatment of LGBTQ+ inmates. Additionally, I am a certified RISE trainer through the Los Angeles LGBT Center. RISE is a training curriculum that is presented to professionals who want to learn how to better serve the LGBTQ+ community. I also completed Palo Alto University’s LGBTQ+ Clinical Academy which is an intensive program that focuses on training mental health professionals to work with members of the LGBTQ+ community. As a proud member of the LGBTQ+ community, I am extremely passionate about providing culturally competent services to members of this vibrant and beautiful population. I have been working as a mental health therapist for over five years. My practice has primarily been specialized in working with LGBTQ+ youth. However, I have worked with couples, families, emerging adults, and adults. Prior to starting JR Therapy, I worked for a non-profit agency that partnered with various San Diego public high schools as an on-site, full-time mental health therapist. During this time, I also worked part-time for Tando Therapy Team which is a group private practice who specialize in serving the needs of LGBTQ+ youth. My credential to provide psychotherapy is under my LCSW #121922 and I practice as a licensed clinical social worker. I provide in-person and tele-health (virtual) sessions for those living in the state of California. My in-person office is located in San Diego, CA.

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Popular visit reasons

New Patient Visit

Pain Management Consultation

Pre-Move In Couples Counseling

Psychosexual Evaluation

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Young Adult Issues

New Patient Visit

Pain Management Consultation

Pre-Move In Couples Counseling

Psychosexual Evaluation

Office location

Joseph Ritkes, LCSW also offers online video visits for patients

Joey Ritkes Therapy

3344 Fourth Ave, Ste 200, San Diego, CA 92103

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Education and background

Practice names

Joey Ritkes Therapy

Education and training

San José State University, Master's in Social Work
Alliant International University, (PhD)

NPI number

1518565779

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What practice does Joseph Ritkes work with?

Joseph Ritkes works with Joey Ritkes Therapy.

Where is Joseph Ritkes's office located?

Joseph Ritkes has 2 office locations in San Diego, view full addresses on Joseph Ritkes's profile.

What are common reasons for patients to see Joseph Ritkes?

Joseph Ritkes frequently sees patients for New Patient Visit, Pain Management Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Joseph Ritkes on their profile.