About

John Rigoli is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in individual, couples and family therapy. He specializes in working with children, teens and adolescents on anger management, attachment issues and social skills.

He is currently serving in a private practice with a broad spectrum of clients. Among his areas of expertise are relationship and couples therapy and utilizes The Gottman Method of Couples Therapy and Emotion Focused Couples Therapy. In addition, he utilizes his training in EMDR to treat PTSD and trauma victims.

John is an interactive, client-centered therapist and utilizes EMDR and CBT therapy in his practice. His therapeutic approach is to provide support and practical feedback to help clients effectively address personal life challenges. He integrates complementary methodologies and techniques to offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each client. With compassion and understanding, he works with each individual to help them build on their strengths and attain the personal growth they are committed to accomplishing.

Education M.S. Counseling Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy, California Baptist University

B.S.. Family and Human Development, Arizona State University

Additional Training Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) Externship, EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) Trained, Level 1 and Level 2, The Gottman Theory of Couples Therapy, Level 1.

Practicum Experience  Murrieta Valley Unifed School District, working with Elementary, Middle and High School Students. Facilitator for Group Therapy in Anger Management, Social Skills and Changing Families.

Professional Activities and Memberships

California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (C.A.M.F.T.), Chapters Member: Inland Empire, San Diego, Southwestern Riverside

American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (Professional Member)

American Counseling Association (A.C.A.)

EMDR International Association (EMDRIA)

Member The International Centre for Excellence in Emotionally Focused Therapy (ICEEFT)