Michelle  Riley
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Michelle Riley

Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC Specialties Insurance & Fees Locations
Rhode Island Not Accepting Online
Coventry Not Accepting In-person

Available for phone and video sessions

This therapist is currently not accepting new clients. Find available Rhode Island therapists on Zencare.

Updated October 20, 2023

Specialties & Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Anger
  • Existential challenges and life transitions
  • Relationships
  • Nutrition counseling
  • Mindfulness

Professional statement

Michelle is a counselor and yoga instructor in Coventry, RI. She is a certified Kripalu Yoga Teacher and owns her own yoga studio, Simplify Yoga, where she also offers therapy services. Michelle uses mindfulness techniques to help individuals with anxiety, depression, life transitions, anger issues, and relationship challenges. She sees many women in their 40s and 50s who are transitioning in life, as well as young adults.

Prior to starting private practice, Michelle worked at Butler Hospital's Inpatient Dual Diagnosis & Partial Hospital Program as well as CODAC Behavioral Healthcare. She received her MA in holistic counseling from Salve Regina and her BS in Nutrition and Dietetics from University of Rhode Island.


Message to clients

Each of us experiences a unique journey in life. Our life journey presents many challenges and obstacles. At times it is difficult to face this journey alone, especially when you don't have a support system. Therapy is a safe environment for addressing the challenges in life that seem unmanageable. A healthy therapeutic relationship based on genuine acceptance and unconditional positive regard can promote positive change. My goal is to empower you to take charge of your life, discover your purpose, and begin living a life in which you are emotionally, spiritually, and physically healthy.


Specialties

Anxiety - Generalized anxiety, social anxiety, panic disorders

Depression - Tearfulness, lethargy, feeling down, serious depression

Anger - Managing anger and its impact on personal and work relationships

Existential challenges and life transitions - Questioning purpose; finding one’s path and voice; adjusting to college, new relationships, career transitions

Relationships - Responding to an emotional reaction to a particular event with colleagues, bosses, and/or family members; feeling unsatisfied in your romantic partnership; breakups, friendships, dating

Nutrition counseling - Nutrition counseling

Mindfulness - Developing practices to encourage a state of active, open attention on the present




Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Parents
  • Young adults (18-24)

Insurance

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield

Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions: $120 (45min)
  • Sliding scale: $80 - $120
  • Initial session: $175 (60min)
  • Family sessions: $120 (45min)

Additional session information

Therapist's note

Michelle charges a $75 missed appointment fee.

Michelle can offer invoices for out-of-network reimbursement from insurance companies.


Location(s)

Coventry practice
577 Tiogue Avenue, Coventry, Rhode Island 02816
Not accepting new clients in-person
Currently Available Times
  • Morning (Before 10am)
  • Daytime (10am - 1pm)
  • Afternoon (1pm - 5pm)
  • Evening (After 5pm)
  • Weekends
Regular Hours
  • Mon Please inquire about hours
  • Tue Closed
  • Wed Please inquire about hours
  • Thu Please inquire about hours
  • Fri Please inquire about hours
  • Sat Closed
  • Sun Closed

Online Sessions (Rhode Island)
Not accepting new clients online
Currently Available Times
  • Morning (Before 10am)
  • Daytime (10am - 1pm)
  • Afternoon (1pm - 5pm)
  • Evening (After 5pm)
  • Weekends
Regular Hours
  • Mon Please inquire about hours
  • Tue Closed
  • Wed Please inquire about hours
  • Thu Please inquire about hours
  • Fri Please inquire about hours
  • Sat Closed
  • Sun Closed

Work and Education

Private practice, 2016 - Present
Butler Hospital, Inpatient Dual Diagnosis & Partial Hospital Program, 2014 - Present
Simplify Yoga, Owner & Certified Kripalu Yoga Teacher, 2008 - Present
CODAC Behavioral Healthcare, Outpatient Counselor, 2013 - 2016
RI Air National Guard, Fitness Manager & Training Manager, 2000 - 2007

Salve Regina University, CAGS, Holistic Counseling, 2014
Salve Regina University, MA, Holistic Counseling, 2013
University of Rhode Island, BS, Nutrition and Dietetics, 2007


Languages

English


Professional endorsements

"Michelle is an incredibly kind, insightful, and skilled therapist. She listens intently, patiently, and without judgment. She embodies not only the warmth and authenticity that immediately put people at ease, but also the expertise and intelligence to help people make real and lasting changes in their lives. She has my highest endorsement."

- Paul Christopher, MD • June 2017

"Having both a yoga instructor and mental health background positions Michelle uniquely to offer support and promote inquiry in ways that speak to somatic, emotional, and spiritual levels of awareness."

- Kristen Acciari, LICSW • June 2017

"I would recommend my clients to Michelle without reservation. She meets the client where they are at in readiness to change and expertly weaves mindfulness and motivational enhancement techniques with cognitive behavioral interventions. Michelle is also skilled at assessing clients needs and plugging them in to the appropriate services."

- Stephanie Wemm, MA • June 2017

Client testimonials

"It was nice speaking with Michelle. She was very accommodating and understanding with appointment times. I look forward to meeting with her soon."
- Prospective client • December 2019