Because what's at your core... matters.
Gentle guidance. Insightful teaching. Deep transformation.
We help you reconnect with yourself through curiosity, observation, reflection, and expansion - so you can experience hope, peace, clarity and confidence.
Learn About our Services
Compassionate Counseling. Innovative Coaching.
Welcome to Core Matters Counseling
We believe true healing and transformation starts at the core. A strong relationship with yourself—and for faith-based clients, with a Divine Presence—is the foundation for emotional wellbeing and meaningful connections with others. Through our integrative approach blending compassionate counseling with empowering coaching and innovative teaching, we'll help you get to the heart of what matters, and build a life that feels aligned, grounded, and whole.
You've done a lot to hold it all together. Now, it's time to let us help you out!
What We Offer
One-on-one Sessions. Introductory Workshops. Signature Programs.
Whether you're looking for individual support, a weekend of inspiration and education, or an extensive, guided group experience, you'll find the tools, community and care you need to heal, recover, and grow.
Explore one of our services to determine what's best for you.
Individual
Sessions
Safe, compassionate one-on-one support with a licensed therapist, or a life coach.
Saturday
Workshops
Try a preview of one of our programs in a low-pressure, high-quality packed day.
Signature
Programs
Our flagship 8-week programs combine therapeutic wisdom & coaching tools - small groups, big breakthroughs.
Areas of Specialty
- domestic abuse/violence
- trauma
- grief
- divorce
- high-conflict custodial challenges
- attachment based parental alienation
- personality disorders
- parenting
- grandparenting
- high-control religious systems
- high-control family systems
- spiritual deconstruction
- identity
- Enneagram
- neurodivergence
- attachment styles
"Working with Riley has changed my life. I’m only 2 months away from debt-free!"
- Martin Marino
"Last year, I was 49 with no retirement savings. Thanks to Riley, I’m now financially on track."
- Bill Bayaud
"From buried in debt to living the life of my dreams, Thank you, Riley!"
- Susan Smith
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The Money School
Take control of your financial future with these comprehensive courses.
Financial Foundations
Learn the basics of sound financial management with this 6-week course.
Dominate Debt
Say goodbye to debt for good with this easy-to-follow 5-step system.
Mortgage Mastery
Learn how to back your investments with real estate and qualify for the best rates.
Credit Card Crash Course
Build and maintain a high credit score with this 5-week step-by-step course.
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