- Thoughts and everyday habits
- Collaborative goal setting
- Practical coping skills
About Richard
Richard Robinson is a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) practicing in New York. He brings seven years of clinical experience to sessions and focuses on helping people manage problems like depression, addiction, relationship difficulties, and trauma.
He works in a straightforward, compassionate way. Sessions aim to make sense of what is happening now and why it matters to each person. Conversations cover things such as self-worth, communication, social anxiety, and finding life purpose.
Richard uses several practical approaches to help people shift daily patterns of thinking and behavior. He blends ideas from client-centered work, cognitive behavioral strategies, and skills-based methods to reduce distress and build more reliable routines. He also draws on motivational techniques when people want help making changes.
In the room, the emphasis is on collaboration. Clients set goals and Richard helps design small, concrete steps to reach them. Progress is checked regularly and strategies are adjusted as needed.
People with concerns about intimacy, grief, ADHD, chronic pain, or complex relationship histories can explore those topics in therapy. He also supports work around attachment, codependency, and navigating nontraditional sexual cultures. Richard aims to create an environment where people can practice new habits and feel clearer about next steps.
He works in a straightforward, compassionate way. Sessions aim to make sense of what is happening now and why it matters to each person. Conversations cover things such as self-worth, communication, social anxiety, and finding life purpose.
Richard uses several practical approaches to help people shift daily patterns of thinking and behavior. He blends ideas from client-centered work, cognitive behavioral strategies, and skills-based methods to reduce distress and build more reliable routines. He also draws on motivational techniques when people want help making changes.
In the room, the emphasis is on collaboration. Clients set goals and Richard helps design small, concrete steps to reach them. Progress is checked regularly and strategies are adjusted as needed.
People with concerns about intimacy, grief, ADHD, chronic pain, or complex relationship histories can explore those topics in therapy. He also supports work around attachment, codependency, and navigating nontraditional sexual cultures. Richard aims to create an environment where people can practice new habits and feel clearer about next steps.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Additional focus areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic approaches
Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Existential TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy
Experience
7+ years
Credentials
New York
Languages
English
How his approaches shape online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and validating a person's experience, then helping them find their own answers. This approach helps when someone needs space to make sense of feelings and decide on next steps.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at the connection between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It is useful for addressing anxiety, depression, and everyday habits by teaching concrete tools to change unhelpful thinking and behavior.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, offers skills for managing intense emotions and improving interpersonal effectiveness. It can be helpful for people who struggle with strong reactions or relationship patterns.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will talk with each person about their goals and preferences and will suggest methods that fit those aims. This is a collaborative process with regular check-ins to see what is helping.
Details about online session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm available options before booking. In general, online therapy can help fit sessions into a busy life by reducing travel time, allowing shorter check-ins, and making it easier to schedule around work or caregiving. Licensed professionals can adapt exercises, homework, and skills practice to an online setting so people keep building new habits between sessions.
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Richard focus on?
He focuses on issues such as addictions, relationship and intimacy-related problems, trauma and abuse, depression, stress, anxiety, LGBT concerns, family issues, grief, and ADHD.
How would you describe his therapy style?
His style is collaborative and practical, emphasizing clear goals, everyday habits, and steps people can try between sessions.
What is his clinical background and experience?
He has seven years of clinical experience working with a range of emotional and interpersonal challenges.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is a licensed mental health counselor, LMHC, and practices in New York.
Which languages are used in sessions and are international clients accepted?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How does pricing work for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work with him?
Choose the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.