Mrs. Valeria Cordeiro Dias Riehl, Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Preferred Name: Valeria
About Me
With over 25 years of professional experience, I have worked extensively with clients of all ages, addressing a wide range of clinical needs. My practice is enriched by multicultural experience, both professionally and personally, having lived and worked in several countries.
I provide services in Portuguese, English, Spanish, and French, allowing me to support individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds with empathy and understanding.
I am passionate about connecting with people, sharing knowledge, and helping others grow and thrive. Beyond my professional life, I enjoy music, dance, flowers, pets, cooking, and traveling the world. I value family deeply and believe that life is truly a blessing.
Education & Experience
With over 25 years of professional experience, my career integrates education and clinical practice.
Educational Background
• Background as an Elementary Teacher, with strong foundations in child development, learning processes, and emotional growth.
Clinical Practice
• Experience working with children, adolescents, and adults.
• Provision of both online and in-person sessions.
• Multilingual services in Portuguese, English, Spanish, and French. International & Multicultural Experience
• Professional and personal international experience.
• Culturally sensitive approach that considers migration, adaptation, and identity across diverse backgrounds.
Advanced Training & Professional Contributions
• Training in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing).
• Certified in SSP (Safe and Sound Protocol).
• Trained in Brainspotting.
• Translator of EMDR protocols, clinical materials, and professional webinars for colleagues in the United States and Europe.
• Author of a chapter in an EMDR-focused book.
Professional & Volunteer Affiliations
In addition to my private practice, I have worked as an independent volunteer counselor, providing support to low-income communities in various settings, including schools, churches, and social programs.
Through this work, I have offered accessible emotional and psychological support to individuals and families who might not otherwise have access to care. This experience has deepened my commitment to inclusivity, social responsibility, and culturally sensitive practice.
Specialty Area
- Abuse/Neglect
- Anger Management
- Anxiety/Panic Attacks
- Bipolar Disorder
- Birth Trauma/Pregnancy Loss
- Depression
- Eating Disorders
- Family Issues
- Grief/Loss/Mourning
- Marriage/Relationship Issues
- Mood Disorders
- Obsessive-Compulsive Disorders
- Personality Disorders
- Phobias
- Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
- Race, Culture, Ethnicity Issues
- Self-Harm
- Sexual Abuse
- Sleep Disorders
- Spirituality
- Stress Management
- Traumatic Incident
Population Served
- Adolescents (13-17)
- Adults
- Children (4-12)
- Couples
- Families
- Group
- Immigrants
- LGBTQ+
- Seniors
Language
- English
- French
- Portuguese
- Spanish
Insurance
- Does Not Accept Insurance
