About Richard
Richard Jenkins is a licensed professional clinical counselor (LPCC) practicing in Ohio. He has ten years of experience helping people who feel overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, and major life changes. He focuses on creating a calm, respectful setting where people can talk through what matters most to them.
He offers an affirming approach for people with LGBT and gender dysphoria concerns and those coping with HIV/AIDS. Richard also addresses body image, addiction, caregiver strain, and challenges tied to aging or autism spectrum traits.
How Richard works
His practice pays attention to family of origin issues and communication struggles that keep problems cycling. Sessions tend to be practical and straightforward. He listens first, then helps clients break large problems into manageable steps.
He emphasizes improving coping skills, building self-compassion, and strengthening how people talk about needs and boundaries. Richard describes his work as evidence-based, which means he uses methods supported by research to guide sessions. He adapts techniques to each person rather than following a single formula.
Progress is measured in changes people notice in daily life, not just in conversation. People who choose him often want clear tools and steady support during transitions. His style is direct but warm, aimed at helping clients regain a sense of control and move toward goals.
What Richard works with
The areas below are the ones Richard selected when setting up a profile. The first few are listed as the main focus; the rest are also named.
Also listed
- Aging and geriatric issues
- Autism and Asperger Syndrome
- Body image
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Commitment issues
- Communication problems
- Coping with life changes
- Dependent personality
- Depression
- Divorce and separation
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Family of origin issues
- Family problems
- Forgiveness
- Gender dysphoria
- Guilt and shame
- HIV / AIDS
- Infidelity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Mood disorders
- Multicultural concerns
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Post-traumatic stress
- Prejudice and discrimination
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Self-love
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Young adult issues
Training and background
| Register | LPCC |
|---|---|
| Years in practice | 10 |
| Languages | English |
| Session format | Online: video, phone, live chat or messaging |
| Country | Ohio |
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Online support options
Approaches and how online therapy can help
Richard uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical change. One common approach is skills-based work that teaches coping strategies for anxiety and stress, such as pacing difficult moments and using simple behavioral experiments to test unhelpful beliefs. Another frequent emphasis is on communication and problem-solving skills to address relationship and family-of-origin patterns that contribute to ongoing conflict or distress.Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to identify goals, test techniques, and adjust methods based on what helps most. Clients and the therapist decide together whether to focus on symptom reduction, improving relationships, or building everyday routines and self-care practices.
Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different needs. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation when more nuance is helpful. Phone sessions use less bandwidth and can be easier during a busy day. Live chat or text-based messaging can work for brief check-ins, written reflections, or when someone prefers not to be on camera. These options make it easier to keep regular work on goals while juggling work, caregiving, or other responsibilities.
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