Early in her career Riky worked primarily with individuals with co-occurring disorders, who were also court mandated into treatment. The services Riky provided to this population ranged from advocating for housing, guiding her client’s treatment to emphasize strengths, and providing support to the client in overcoming social barriers. This work led Riky to pursue a Master’s Degree in Social Work which she received in 2013 from California State University, Fullerton. Riky also has experience working on an inpatient unit as well as working with families and children through an Orange County Outpatient agency. For the past several years, Riky has been providing mental health services that encompass therapy and crisis interventions to the chronically mentally ill as well as, recovery services for those struggling with substance abuse. Riky is skilled in applying evidence-based practices and is well versed in the practice modalities of CBT and DBT. Riky is passionate about her work and takes great pride in serving the co-occurring population through intensive case management, therapeutic interventions, integrating family dynamics, relapse prevention, mind-body wellness, and helping with basic life skills. Riky’s client-centered approach continues to demonstrate the importance of human relationships that foster one’s integrity and self-worth.