Kimberly Riley

Kimberly Riley is an Assistant Clinical Professor in the Department of Couples & Family Therapy at Seattle University’s College of Arts & Sciences. She holds a DSW (Doctor of Social Work) and is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). Her work emphasizes clinical education, supervision, and culturally-responsive therapeutic practices.

Dr. Riley’s research and clinical interests focus on Preventative Behavioral Health, Cultural Identity development in families, and applying Narrative Therapy in marginalized communities. She prioritizes self-care integration in both professional and personal life, emphasizing joy, peace, and connection with loved ones.

Her teaching methodology includes interactive role-playing, collaborative learning structures, and regular feedback loops. Supervision approaches incorporate Solution-Focused and Narrative Therapy frameworks to empower supervisees in client work. She values travel with her husband and unplanned downtime at home as sources of personal renewal.