Rikal Mangel

Hi! I’m Rikal. I am a licensed social worker who aims to provide a supportive and encouraging space, where you can address life's challenges and become the best version of yourself. I have always been drawn to understanding what makes us who we are, and that curiosity, combined with a passion for helping people feel truly heard, is what led me to this field. In our sessions, my goal is to foster the recognition and processing of your emotions to help you find understanding and acceptance, while using your inner strengths to create change. My approach is filled with validation and compassion as we explore the experiences that brought you here and get to the root of them to improve your emotional well-being. Together, we will work to understand your emotional and behavioral patterns, work through life's challenges, and improve your relationship with yourself and others. I have worked with people from various backgrounds and circumstances and incorporate several modalities into my work, including psychodynamic, trauma-informed care, emotion-focused therapy, CBT, and IFS. Whether you are looking for deep emotional processing, seeking acceptance, or wanting to strengthen your ability to handle what life throws at you, you have come to the right place. I look forward to supporting you on your journey.