Kathy Shelton-Riek is without a doubt the best therapist I have ever had the pleasure to work with. She listens to me and helps me face the issues I deal with head on. I highly, highly recommend her.
Kathy Shelton-Riek, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Kathy 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 Kathy. View 16 reviews
- Great news, Kathy is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in North Carolina
Recent reviews
Kathy is a wonderful therapist. After a string of bad luck with previous therapists, I was skeptical, but she quickly put my fears to rest. She is understanding and empathetic and really good at telling you what you need to hear. Her honesty and clarity is always appreciated.
More about Kathy
- 40 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
I am licensed in North Carolina with 39 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, coping with grief and loss, & parenting issues. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Parenting issues
Depression
Abandonment
Adoption and foster care
Aging and geriatric issues
Attachment issues
Blended family issues
Cancer
Caregiver issues and stress
Chronic pain, illness, and disability
Co-morbidity
Codependency
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
Dissociation
Divorce and separation
Emptiness
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Fatherhood issues
First responder issues
Forgiveness
Gender dysphoria
Guilt and shame
Hospice and end-of-life counseling
Infidelity
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Men's issues
Midlife crisis
Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
Mood disorders
Multicultural concerns
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
Postpartum depression
Post-traumatic stress
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-love
Sex addiction
Sexual assault and abuse
Sexuality
Smoking / vaping cessation
Social anxiety and phobia
Somatization
Trichotillomania
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Existential Therapy
- Hypnotherapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Somatic Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
- Internal Family Systems
Licenses
Kathy Shelton-Riek's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1316919921.
- LCSW · North Carolina · C001524 · Expires January 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 allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Kathy Shelton-Riek
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Kathy Shelton-Riek is without a doubt the best therapist I have ever had the pleasure to work with. She listens to me and helps me face the issues I deal with head on. I highly, highly recommend her.
Kathy is a wonderful therapist. After a string of bad luck with previous therapists, I was skeptical, but she quickly put my fears to rest. She is understanding and empathetic and really good at telling you what you need to hear. Her honesty and clarity is always appreciated.
Kathy is great to work with. She is passionate about her work and cares deeply for people. I enjoy speaking with her, she has helped me a lot!
Kathy is awesome! She's very knowledgeable and is rooting for you peace of mind. I'm so glad to have found her and clicked with her as I don't often click with anybody. Thank you Kathy!!
Thank you for your compassion and wisdom! I appreciate all you do!
Ms. Shelton-Riek is an amazing therapist. I've never felt so heard and understood by any other therapist. I highly recommend her. She's wonderful!! 10 out of 10!!
Kathy has been absolutely wonderful! She's very easy to talk to, and she's very attentive. I feel lighter after every session!
I love how she understands when I hit my limit and she helps me calm down and backtrack so we can try different tactic so we can get the real problem. I say we cause I don’t feel alone when I talk to her.
She is an amazing therapist who is helping me break down the mess into fixable smaller bites. She is kind and thoughtful but called me out when I need it.
Kathy is an amazing therapist
Kathy listens to what I’m saying and is very empathetic to what I’m going through. I’ve found our sessions to be extremely helpful and I look forward to the sessions we have in the future!
Kathy is incredibly knowledgeable! She’s a great listener and offers a wealth of resources and options to meet individual needs. She is kind and understanding and an AMAZING therapist!
Kathy is incredibly knowledgeable, understanding, gentle, and kind. The best therapist I’ve ever seen by leaps and bounds!
Kathy is great and her experience really shines through in working with her.
She is very attentive and a great listener. She provides advice and information that is pertinent while being respectful and kind
Kathy has been wonderful and I can’t wait to meet her on Thursday!
Frequently asked questions
Does Kathy Shelton-Riek offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Kathy Shelton-Riek 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 Kathy Shelton-Riek speak?
Kathy Shelton-Riek speaks English.
How many years of experience does Kathy Shelton-Riek have?
Kathy Shelton-Riek has 40 years of experience.
Where is Kathy Shelton-Riek licensed to practice?
Kathy Shelton-Riek is licensed to practice in North Carolina.
Does Kathy Shelton-Riek accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Kathy Shelton-Riek 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 Kathy Shelton-Riek offer?
Kathy Shelton-Riek offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Hypnotherapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, and Internal Family Systems.
How can I communicate with Kathy Shelton-Riek?
Kathy Shelton-Riek 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 Kathy Shelton-Riek?
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When you tap CHAT NOW 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.