- Person-centered approach
- Trauma-informed care
- Career and life focus
About Randall
Randall Cripe is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Michigan who helps people facing relationship strain, trauma and abuse, grief, career questions, and major life changes. He focuses on practical steps people can take to feel steadier and more purposeful. Randall aims to meet each person where they are and build on their strengths.
Randall uses a person-centered, client-driven style. He emphasizes a warm, relational approach and listens closely to what matters most to each person. Sessions tend to focus on finding workable solutions, exploring personal stories, and addressing the impact of trauma when needed.
His background includes 18 years of professional counseling experience and a long career in human services. That experience shapes a straightforward style that blends goal-oriented work with deeper conversations about meaning and identity. His work also attends to issues such as abandonment, attachment, blended family challenges, and caregiver stress.
Randall often helps people wrestling with communication problems, commitment questions, codependency, and family of origin issues. He also supports people dealing with body image, eating-related concerns, cancer-related stress, and grief after loss. Career and vocational exploration are part of his offerings for those rethinking work or purpose.
People who choose Randall can expect a collaborative process that balances practical steps with personal exploration. He wants to guide, support, and advocate while clients discover their own answers and next moves.
Approaches that shape online sessions
Client-centered therapy starts by focusing on the person's perspective and priorities. The therapist listens closely and helps people find their own solutions, which can help with grief, relationship stress, and career decisions.Narrative therapy looks at the stories people tell about themselves and their lives. By separating problems from identity, this approach can reduce blame and open up new possibilities for change.
Solution-focused therapy emphasizes small, practical steps and clear goals. It helps when someone wants forward movement on specific issues like communication, commitment concerns, or career direction.
Finding the best approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to decide which methods make the most sense for their goals and preferences. That choice can shift over time as needs change.
Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life. They may reduce travel time, allow shorter check-ins during a workday, or let someone join from a location with fewer distractions. Confirm the current session options before booking to know what formats are offered.
Areas of focus
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Randall commonly address?
He supports people with relationship strain, trauma and abuse, grief, career questions, and coping with major life changes. He also focuses on related issues like attachment, abandonment, and communication problems.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
His style is person-centered and client-driven, with an emphasis on building a strong therapeutic relationship. Sessions combine practical problem-solving with listening to each person's story.
What is his professional background?
He has 18 years of professional counseling experience and a longer tenure in human services. That background informs a mix of goal-focused and relational work.
Where is he licensed and practicing?
He holds a Michigan Licensed Professional Counselor credential, listed as LPC in Michigan.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
Yes, international clients are accepted.
How are fees and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What do I do to begin working together?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.