Testimonials

Good afternoon Barbara, I am writing to express my sincere thanks for your help and understanding during the many times I met with you. I want to bring you up to date on where I am now. After I stopped seeing you, I thought I was much better, but sadly, I was wrong. Over a … Read More

Barbara has such a gift in listening and putting things in perspective I admire that and appreciate all that she has done for me. I feel Barbara has truly helped me become a better person, more in tune with myself and others, and I thank her for that.

Barbara is very intelligent and possesses a great understanding of people and their emotional needs and challenges. Her honesty and ability to offer ‘how to’ tools and resources has helped me make changes in my life which has guided me to emotional and physical well-being.

When I began my journey of self-discovery with Barbara, I soon found out it would be the most difficult journey I would ever take. It was because Barbara provided a safe place for me, I also discovered it could be the most rewarding journey of all. Barbara has given me acceptance and validation. This has … Read More

Barbara was able to help me get the answers I needed through self-education and personal discovery, leading me to healthy choices and positive changes, in my work and personal life. Barbara continues to provide support by providing tools, such as homework, reading, and self-reflection that build self-esteem, a sense of value, and peace of mind … Read More

I have worked with Barbara for over five years and she has been an invaluable resource for my family. Barbara steered us in the right direction during the diagnosis phase for my son’s illness and I feel that if it wasn’t for Barbara’s help I would have lost precious time just trying to get the … Read More

Barbara Riste has been instrumental in counseling my patients suffering from marital discord, depression and anxiety. I would highly recommend her to counsel my patients and get them on the path to mental health.

My patients are always seen in a prompt manner. My patients tell me that their experience with Barbara was so helpful and worthwhile.

I would hereby like to endorse Barbara Riste as being a therapist with excellent qualifications, good rapport with her patients and therapeutic effectiveness. We have several patients in common and work together, combining psychotherapy and psychiatry with great success. Ms. Riste is easy to work with and is a diligent communicator. I respect her integrity … Read More

When I began counseling I was nervous and unsure as to whether or not this was a good idea. As I became acquainted with Barbara, I became at ease with her balance of professionalism and obvious care; trusting her with many aspects of my life. I was able to address several issues surrounding marriage, depression, … Read More