Riley Collins, LMFT, CA | Psychotherapist

About Riley Collins

Focus areas

Addiction / Substance Abuse

Divorce Counseling

Parenting Counseling

Bereavement / Grief Counseling

Internet Addiction

Stress Management

Coping Mechanism Development

Marriage Conflict Resolution

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Couples

Treatment approaches

Strength-Based

Motivational Interviewing

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Person-Centered

Intervention

Identity

Gender

Male

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latinx, White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Riley Collins

Hi there, I'm Riley! I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) dedicated to helping individuals, couples, and families strengthen relationships, improve communication, and navigate life’s challenges. My approach blends empathy with evidence-based strategies to create a safe, collaborative space for growth and healing. Let’s connect to explore how we can work together to achieve your personal and relational goals. My approach I integrate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT) to address thought patterns, emotional regulation, and actionable goals, tailored to each client’s unique needs. My extensive personal and educational background in alcohol and drug addiction informs a compassionate, trauma-informed approach, blending practical strategies with empathy to foster sustainable recovery and healthier relationships. My focus I typically work with individuals, couples, and families navigating relationship conflicts, communication breakdowns, addiction recovery, anxiety, depression, and trauma. My expertise in alcohol/drug addiction and dual diagnosis allows me to support clients facing substance use challenges alongside mental health concerns. I’m particularly skilled in helping those with codependency, emotional dysregulation, or unresolved family dynamics build healthier patterns and sustainable resilience. My communication style My sessions prioritize a warm, non-judgmental environment where clients feel safe to explore vulnerabilities while staying grounded in practical solutions. Working with me often feels collaborative and empowering—I blend compassionate listening with structured strategies to help you build self-awareness, resilience, and tangible progress. Clients describe the experience as feeling both supported and challenged, leaving sessions with clarity and tools to navigate emotional hurdles, relationships, or addiction.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Gambling Addiction

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Gambling Addiction

Mood Swings

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - San Diego

Education and training

Brandman University, Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy

NPI number

1801260294

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What practice does Riley Collins work with?

Riley Collins works with Rula Health - San Diego.

What are common reasons for patients to see Riley Collins?

Riley Collins frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Riley Collins on their profile.