Riki Camacho
I’m a clinician who helps people explore new ways of overcoming challenges and building a life that feels aligned with their values. My practice is grounded in creating a safe, non‑judgmental space where you can show up authentically, reflect openly, and feel supported as you work toward meaningful change. I’m here to walk alongside you with curiosity, compassion, and a belief in your capacity to grow.
First session
You can expect to leave your first session with a clear sense that you’ve taken an important step toward healing and growth. I focus on creating a calm, supportive space where you feel heard and understood, and I’ll begin outlining how we’ll work together—through education, active listening, and guided exploration—to help you move forward. My goal is for you to walk away feeling grounded, informed, and confident that you’re not navigating this process alone.
Strengths
I bring a grounded, compassionate, and non‑judgmental presence into every session. My approach blends a realist perspective with practical, skills‑based support, including DBT techniques that help clients manage emotions, navigate stress, and build healthier patterns. I understand how deeply life experiences shape who we are, and I work collaboratively to help you make sense of those experiences while empowering you to move forward with clarity and confidence.
Ideal clients
I work well with clients who have faced intense or complex life experiences and are ready to move toward healing with honesty and courage. I’m especially drawn to supporting first responders, survivors of abuse—whether domestic, occupational, or spiritual—and individuals navigating major life transitions who feel unsure of their next steps. My ideal clients are people seeking clarity, stability, and empowerment as they rebuild their sense of self and direction.
Origin story
I knew I wanted to be a therapist at 12 years old, when a simple book report on a child psychologist sparked something in me that never went away. As I grew up, my own challenges—undiagnosed ADHD, becoming a teen parent, graduating from a non‑traditional high school, navigating abusive relationships, and healing from trauma—deepened my commitment to helping others find their way through difficult seasons. My professional experience began in 2008 as a group therapist in a state‑run psychiatric hospital, and I continued to refine my skills through years of peer support work in my faith community. Every step of my journey has strengthened my belief in resilience, compassion, and the power of healing, and those values are at the core of why I do this work.
Ongoing work together
Once we develop your treatment plan, I’ll revisit it regularly during our sessions to make sure it continues to reflect your needs and goals. Therapy is an active process—learning new skills, practicing them, and experimenting with how they fit into your life—so checking in on our direction is essential. Mental health is not linear, and neither is the counseling journey. That’s why giving yourself grace is a core part of my practice. I want you to feel supported, understood, and encouraged as we navigate each step together.
Treatment methods
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
I use DBT skills to help clients build practical tools they can apply in everyday life. In our work together, I integrate DBT techniques such as mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness to support you in managing intense emotions, staying grounded during stressful moments, and improving communication in your relationships. I weave these skills into sessions in a way that fits your goals and lived experiences, helping you practice them, reflect on what works, and adapt them as you grow. DBT gives us a structured yet flexible framework that empowers you to navigate challenges with more stability, confidence, and self‑compassion.
Location
Virtual sessions
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- WashingtonLicense MHC.LH.61635068