Richard Gibbons, LMHC - Therapist in Florida

About Richard

Richard Gibbons is a licensed mental health counselor in Florida with 24 years of professional experience. He helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, and issues with addiction. He approaches each person respectfully and with compassion.

He aims to create a practical plan that fits the individual's situation. Richard focuses on clear, conversational work rather than heavy clinical language. He listens first and then shapes sessions around what matters most to the client.

Background and approach

Common topics he addresses include anger, grief, sleep problems, intimacy-related concerns, and coping with life changes. He also works with problems tied to caregiving, chronic illness or pain, and family-related struggles. Communication problems, codependency, and issues around commitment and control are part of his practice too.

He uses a mix of approaches to match the problem at hand. Sessions are offered in English and take place online by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. Costs vary by location and use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

To begin, a person selects Start Therapy, completes a short matching questionnaire, and schedules based on therapist availability. Richard aims to make the start of therapy straightforward. He recognizes that reaching out takes courage and works to build a respectful, focused path forward.

How therapeutic approaches work in online care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping people notice thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them. It teaches values-based actions so someone can move toward a meaningful life even when stress or anxiety is present. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps identify unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and then replace them with clearer thinking and practical actions to reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist listens to current struggles, goals, and preferences, then recommends techniques and adjusts them over time. This collaborative process lets the person try ideas and keep what helps while letting go of what does not.

Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility. Video allows face-to-face interaction, phone may suit those on the go, and chat or text provide shorter, frequent check-ins when needed. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life and to keep consistent progress.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

Less about arguing with difficult thoughts, more about loosening their grip and acting on what matters to you anyway. Values and committed action carry the work, which suits conversation at a distance.

Client-Centered Therapy

The direction comes from you rather than from a set programme. The therapist offers a warm, non-judgemental space to think out loud and work at your own pace. Online, this rests on the relationship rather than on being in the same room.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

CBT looks at the link between what you think, how you feel, and what you do. You work on noticing unhelpful patterns and practising steadier responses. It suits online sessions well, because much of the work happens between appointments and can be talked through from anywhere.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems can be addressed here?

He works with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, anger, grief, and trauma and abuse, plus a range of related concerns such as sleeping problems, intimacy issues, and career stress.

How would he describe his therapy style?

Sessions emphasize listening first and then practical, conversational work. Treatment is tailored to each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion.

What is his background and experience?

He holds 24 years of professional work experience and has spent that time helping people with mood, addiction, and life-change issues.

What are his credentials and where is he based?

He is a licensed mental health counselor, FL LMHC MH7693, practicing in Florida.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

What session formats does he use?

He provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different preferences and schedules.

How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I get started with therapy here?

Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

Specialties and expertise

Top specialties

Stress, Anxiety
Addictions
Relationship issues

Also works with

Therapeutic approaches

Experience: 24 years
Licensed: Florida
Languages: English

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