Dr Meaghan Rice, PsyD

About Dr. Meaghan Rice, PsyD, LPC

Meaghan Rice, PsyD, LPC, is a Doctor of Psychology, Licensed Professional Counselor, Nationally Board Certified Counselor, and Approved Clinical Supervisor with more than a decade of experience across clinical practice, organizational leadership, and community-based mental health initiatives.

Dr. Rice specializes in relationships, personal empowerment, and wellness, with a particular focus on the complex intersection points where individual experiences, relational dynamics, and broader systems meet. Her work supports individuals, families, organizations, and communities in developing deeper self-awareness, healthier communication patterns, effective conflict resolution skills, and stronger emotional resilience.

She is the founder and clinical leader of Better Lives Building Tribes, where she partners with nonprofits, educational institutions, businesses, and community organizations to design programs and initiatives that strengthen relationships, promote well-being, and foster sustainable, connected communities. Her approach blends evidence-informed clinical practice with practical, real-world application, making her work equally relevant in therapeutic, leadership, and community contexts.

Dr. Rice’s clinical philosophy is grounded in empowerment. She helps clients and collaborators identify internal strengths, clarify values, establish healthy boundaries, and cultivate a sense of purpose and confidence that extends beyond individual sessions into daily life and relationships.

“Helping people learn about themselves through understanding their role in their relational dynamics is deeply rewarding. Once I witnessed the positive impact this work could have, continuing this path felt essential.”

In addition to her professional roles, Dr. Rice is a military spouse and parent of young children. These lived experiences inform her work with transitions, stress, identity shifts, and relational strain, allowing her to bring both professional expertise and genuine empathy into her practice and leadership.

Education and Professional Background

Dr. Rice pursued undergraduate studies in psychology and political science at the University of Denver before earning her Master’s degree and Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) from the University of Arizona, Global Campus. She obtained her Licensed Professional Counselor credential in 2011 and has since expanded her practice across multiple states.

Her early career began in correctional settings, where she specialized in behavioral assessment, intervention, and treatment planning. She later transitioned into community mental health leadership, overseeing multidisciplinary teams and managing programs supported by federal SAMHSA grants to expand access to services for youth and families.

Following an overseas military relocation, Dr. Rice became an early adopter of telemental health, launching her telehealth practice in 2017. Today, her work integrates clinical care, supervision, leadership development, and community partnership through both in-person and virtual platforms.