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Rika Lopez, LMFT

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Rika is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

5.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Rika. View 19 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in California

Recent reviews

Rika is amazing. She is understanding and listens. I feel at ease expressing myself to her and what I love best is she also has closed out in prayer. I highly recommend her

Reviewed November 2024

I've been very pleased with being matched with Rika Lopez. She's been amazing! In my life, I do have a close friend with whom I'm able to confide about the relationship issue I'm going through, but with Rika you don't have to worry about judgement of oneself or one's partner, which is very freeing. So this has been wonderful for me. Rika's specialties in relationship problems, intimacy problems, and trauma and abuse have been an excellent match for me.

Reviewed December 2019

More about Rika

  • 15 years' experience
  • Female
  • LMFT

Hi, my name is Rika Lopez and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with almost 15 years of experience working with adults, couples, and families. I am a CSAT (Certified Sex Addiction Therapist) working with those who struggle with compulsive and repetitive behaviors such as pornography addiction, infidelity, "hook up" apps, and other sexually impulsive patterns. Not only do I work with individuals who struggle with these sexually acting out behaviors but also partners who have been betrayed or hurt in their romantic relationships/marriages.

As a Christian therapist, I find it also of value to work with faith based clients who feel immense guilt and shame due to their sexual addictions. Sadly many churches do not offer a safe environment for people struggling with sexual addiction to be heard, noticed, or even counseled. This is such a tragic reality.

My hope and prayer is that many spiritual communities will begin to expose themselves to real issues and start having difficult conversations with their congregation so people will not silently suffer and drown in their loneliness and isolation. There are tangible and practical resources to help you with your sexual addiction.

Aside from sex addiction clients, my work with those who suffer from depression, anxiety, and trauma have allowed me to gain further insight into their world which thus helped me become more effective in providing tools and techniques into their day to day functioning. Thru CBT, IFS, Attachment based, and Systems theory, we can dig into the core of where and how these unhealthy behaviors are coming from.

Therapy is a process so there are no quick fixes or changes that happen over night but I guarantee you that as you stay focused and committed, you will begin to see incremental changes in your life.

Let's begin this new journey today! You are not alone in this. You are seen, you are noticed, you are heard. Allow me to walk alongside you so that we can begin to unfold your pain and hurt and get the help that you need!

Specialties

Addictions Relationship issues Trauma and abuse Grief Depression Stress Anxiety Family conflicts Intimacy-related issues Parenting issues Anger management Self esteem Coping with life changes Compassion fatigue Multicultural concerns Sex addiction

Treatment Approaches

  • Attachment-Based Therapy
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy

Licenses

  • LMFT · California · 105880 · Expires March 2026

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.

Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.

Reviews for Rika Lopez

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

5.0

19 reviews

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Rika is amazing. She is understanding and listens. I feel at ease expressing myself to her and what I love best is she also has closed out in prayer. I highly recommend her

Reviewed November 2024

I've been very pleased with being matched with Rika Lopez. She's been amazing! In my life, I do have a close friend with whom I'm able to confide about the relationship issue I'm going through, but with Rika you don't have to worry about judgement of oneself or one's partner, which is very freeing. So this has been wonderful for me. Rika's specialties in relationship problems, intimacy problems, and trauma and abuse have been an excellent match for me.

Reviewed December 2019

Rika is a great and definitely experienced counselor. I feel confident in her abilities and reassured on how she approaches her sessions.

Reviewed July 2019

After several counselors in my life, Rika is like no other. She has such perception and quickly sees things that I cannot.

Reviewed May 2019

Rika has helped me through some of my lowest times in life and given me perspective and hope that things will be okay and get better! She is a great counselor and grateful for her in my life!

Reviewed May 2019

This was my first time trying counseling and I am glad I got matched with Rika. She is an amazing listener and helped me feel comfortable right away. I feel like she really takes the time to understand the point of my long rants. She is very good at sifting through all of the information i give her and focusing on particularly important points. I am very grateful for her.

Reviewed January 2021

Rika listens patiently and offers excellent insight. She's super easy to talk to, as well! I have occasionally cried during our sessions and still felt 100% supported and heard. She's also great with scheduling and accommodating communication needs :)

Reviewed November 2020

Rika has really helped me blossom and affirm my self worth and it’s making big differences in my day to day life. With the growing confidence that I’ve gained through counseling, I have the energy to do my best in life and not be so harsh with myself.

Reviewed September 2020

Rika is understanding and I’ve only had one session so far and it was kind of rushed but she is good at what she does. I appreciate her. I’ve recommended her to all my friends.

Reviewed August 2020

Rika is very good at listening and giving amazing feedback! She’s an amazing support system and trustworthy. I am very pleased and happy I get to speak to her.

Reviewed April 2020

Listens well and validated my feelings. She gives me good advice!

Reviewed April 2020

I appreciate her patience and support.

Reviewed January 2020

Rika has been so understanding, patient, and kind to me. I feel so comfortable and safe talking with her, and she gives me really good reflections and advice to help me move forward. By taking notes and reviewing past sessions, I feel extremely confident in seeking help and guidance from Rika. So grateful for her!

Reviewed November 2019

Rika helped me while I was scared about questioning my faith and what others would think. She helped me with reassurance and not feeling alone. We also worked together on anxiety with confrontation and I was able to push past the fear and come out on the other side.

Reviewed July 2019

I would highly recommend Rika Lopez. She would be the one to reach out to me first and ask how I’m doing or feeling. She also prays with me after the session and offers to pray for me even when we’re not in session. I feel like she understands me and what my concerns are. She helped me a lot.

Reviewed September 2018

Rika has been such a tremendous help! I went into therapy a little nervous & doubtful of what it could do for me, but Rika has made therapy an amazing experience. She’s is a great listener, very helpful and gives great advice! I highly recommend Rika to anyone who needs help.

Reviewed September 2018

Rika has been very helpful. She is attentive to my needs and always has advice to offer. I am very happy with our sessions so far and look forward to continue to grow with her help.

Reviewed August 2018

After my first few interactions with Rika, I was so pleasantly surprised at the level of professionalism, insightfulness, thoroughness, honesty and guidance I received. I was in a crisis situation and i felt she met me where I was, and was such a source of wisdom and hope. I was SO grateful I found this website and specifically RIKA!!! She is so highly competent and I can’t thank her enough for being there for me during one of the hardest seasons of my life. There is hope where there was once a bleak outlook and hopelessness. For that I sincerely thank you!

Reviewed July 2018

Rika Lopez is extremely knowledgeable, a wonderful listener and has A wonderful way to share with you exactly what you need to hear- even if it is firm. She has been a tremendous help!

Reviewed July 2018

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Frequently asked questions

Does Rika Lopez offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Rika Lopez works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Rika Lopez speak?

Rika Lopez speaks English.

How many years of experience does Rika Lopez have?

Rika Lopez has 15 years of experience.

Where is Rika Lopez licensed to practice?

Rika Lopez is licensed to practice in California.

Does Rika Lopez accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Rika Lopez does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Rika Lopez offer?

Rika Lopez offers clients Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Rika Lopez?

Rika Lopez can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Rika Lopez?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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