Addiction therapists & psychiatrists in Riverside, CA

Welcome to my practice. I have a Ph.D. in clinical psychology and I am a licensed psychologist in the state of California. I have many years of experience working with a variety of clients including: children, veterans, hospital inpatients and outpatients, mental health clinics, and individuals in private practice. My orientation is cognitive-behavior therapy (CBT) and I received my year-long training and became a consultant at the Atlanta Center for Cognitive Behavior Therapy. I also believe that trust is a central part of therapy and it is my responsibility to earn your trust. It is incredibly important that I have an accurate understanding of you, your situation and any problems you may be facing currently. I will rely on your guidance to ensure my understanding of you is accurate.

I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over a decade of experience working with adults navigating life transitions, anxiety, depression, and stress.

I specialize in helping people who feel stuck at a crossroads—whether due to career changes, relationship shifts, or unexpected challenges. Many of my clients come to therapy looking for clarity, better coping skills, and a way to move forward with confidence.

My approach is direct, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based practices, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and strengths-based approaches. We focus on understanding patterns, building insight, and developing practical tools that create real change.

I primarily work with adults, with a focus on those navigating major life transitions and redefining what’s next.

Therapy doesn’t have to last forever. It’s a space to gain clarity, make intentional changes, and move forward at your own pace.

I am strongly committed to supporting my clients on their journey toward healing and personal growth. My therapeutic approach is rooted in empathy, compassion, and a deep respect for each person's individual process.

Hi! My greatest passion is working with individuals who wish to free themselves from trauma patterns, negative self-image, dopamine-seeking patterns, and depression. I'm certified in hypnotherapy, ketamine-assisted therapy, and EMDR, and use a client-centered, trauma-informed approach.

Julie Ann Therese, PMHNP-BC is the Founder & CEO of Alternative Awakenings Psychiatry, a group practice with multiple rotating providers. She provides medication management with therapy integration (no stand-alone therapy). Julie supports adults and women, with a focus on perinatal mental health and the Filipino-American community.

Diagnoses are based on clinical findings; she does not offer evaluations solely to obtain a specific diagnosis (e.g., ADHD).

For immediate response please call/text our office at 530-691-0193 or +18555985659

UPDATED HOURS OF OPERATION AS OF 4/01/2026

Front office hours: Weekdays 8 am to 5 pm.

Providers’ office hours are by APPOINTMENT only:

Monday/Tuesday from 9AM to 7PM

Wednesday 9AM-12PM

Thursday 9AM-5PM

Friday 9AM-12PM.

Weekend hours for CONSULTATIONS ONLY: 12PM-5PM

BOOKING PROCESS:

A deposit is requested to reserve your appointment time. For Headway patients, this deposit is fully refundable. It is not applied as payment for services unless insurance cannot be verified, a claim cannot be submitted due to incomplete or inaccurate insurance information, no valid payment method is available in Headway or Alma, or you are otherwise responsible for the charges.

UPDATES AS OF 3/30/2026

Practice & Availability Disclaimer

Julie is nearing her maternity leave and has 2 providers covering. Julie will remain actively involved in the practice by monitoring, supervising, and approving treatment plans as part of a collaborative clinical team to ensure continuity and quality of care.

Responsive, Respectful, Results.

Hi there-I'm Art Yeh (pronounced "yay!"). I've been a behavioral health nurse for over 15 years. I've worked as a prescriber in a wide array of settings (inpatient, outpatient, nursing homes, urgent care) in different states.

I've done psychiatric consulting and specialize in many disorders including depression, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorders, and psychosis.

I currently treat adult clients.

I made myself a dynamic behavioral health provider by actively providing virtual behavioral health services to adult clients in 5 different states (Arizona, California, Massachusetts, Nevada, Washington). I currently reside in California.

***Due to tele-health limitations and constraints, if suicidal thoughts are present, please refer to psychiatric urgent care services and/or an in-person provider. In addition, only the client is allowed during all sessions.

***Should you require assistance with all paperwork please note that it requires 3 months of prior consistent treatment. Thank you.

I've found that building a strong relationship is the foundation of any successful therapy. My grounding philosophy is to meet people where they are at and to tailor my knowledge and experience to help them get to where they want to be. My ideal clients are those motivated, committed, and open to exploring various parts of the inner self and how these parts motivate, protect, grieve, and organize us for action.