Education & Experience

Fortunate to be engaged in psychotherapy for nine years, Dr. Ricker-Boles finds individual practice mutually enriching. Working with populations touched by HIV in impoverished areas in New York, active and retired military, and individuals who have endured other various means of trauma have been life changing experiences for her. Ms. Ricker is the owner of B.Wize Counseling and Consulting, and her master's degrees in Social Work and Public Health allow for a more holistic perspective when working with her clients. Trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Certification in Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT & CPT-C) Trained in Prolonged Exposure Therapy (PE) Certified in EMDR Specialties include working w/Adults, Elderly, Children, Active Duty Military, Addictions Experience with Trauma Victims: Combat Veterans, First Responders, Rape Victims