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Richard Robinson

Practical support for complex emotional challenges

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Credentials
LMHC
Experience
7 years
Licensed in
New York
Languages
English
Format
Online sessions

About Richard

Richard Robinson is a licensed mental health counselor practicing in New York. He brings seven years of clinical experience to his work and focuses on concerns such as addictions, depression, anxiety, stress, relationship dynamics, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, LGBT concerns, family matters, grief, and ADHD.

Richard explains his LMHC credential as a New York Licensed Mental Health Counselor and uses that training to guide conversations and care. Richard aims for a calm, direct style in sessions.

Background and approach

He listens first, then helps people name what matters and set small, doable goals. Sessions tend to focus on practical skills, clearer communication, and steps to reduce overwhelming feelings. He keeps language straightforward so parents and busy adults can follow along.

In practice he adapts methods to the person in front of him. He draws on client-centered methods to build rapport and on cognitive behavioral tools to change unhelpful thoughts and habits. For people struggling with intense emotions, he may use elements of dialectical behavior therapy to teach coping skills.

Richard often works with issues that affect daily life, such as problems with commitment, communication, codependency, or blended family stress. He also addresses less common areas like chronic pain, aging questions, and concerns related to alternative sexual cultures. His goal is to help clients make concrete changes that help them function better at home and work.

He offers sessions in English and provides therapy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. To start, a person completes a short matching questionnaire and then schedules a time that fits their needs.

Therapeutic methods and online care that fit your life

Client-centered work means the conversation starts with what matters most to the person in the room. It emphasizes listening, respect, and shaping sessions around the client's priorities, which can help with relationship problems, stress, and clarity about goals.

Cognitive behavioral therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and habits and replacing them with practical strategies. It often helps with depression, anxiety, and patterns that get in the way of daily functioning.

Dialectical behavior therapy, known as DBT, teaches specific skills for handling strong emotions and improving interpersonal effectiveness. It can be useful when intense feelings or relationship conflicts make everyday life harder.

Richard approaches choosing methods as a team effort. He will talk with each person about their needs, goals, and preferences and then try techniques that fit best. Adjustments are made as therapy moves forward so the plan stays useful and realistic.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility for people with busy schedules or caregiving duties. Video calls let sessions feel more like in-person meetings, while phone, live chat, and text messaging provide alternatives for shorter check-ins or when extra convenience is needed. These options help people keep consistent contact and practice new skills between sessions.

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.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

Concrete skills for riding out strong emotion, tolerating distress, and handling relationships without things escalating. The skills are practised in daily life, so between-session support by message or phone fits naturally.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Richard address?
He works with addictions, depression, anxiety, stress, relationship and intimacy issues, trauma and abuse, LGBT matters, family concerns, grief, and ADHD, among other focused areas.
What is his general therapy style?
Sessions are straightforward and practical. He listens closely, helps set small goals, and teaches skills to manage emotions and improve communication.
How much clinical experience does he have?
Richard has seven years of professional experience as a clinician working with a range of emotional and interpersonal issues.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He holds the LMHC credential as a New York Licensed Mental Health Counselor, NY LMHC 010677, and practices in New York.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available online?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different needs and schedules.
How does pricing work for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What should I do to begin working with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

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Experience
7 years
Licensed
New York
Languages
English

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