- Client-centered care
- Trauma and anxiety
- English and Spanish
About Richard
Richard Strand is a licensed clinical social worker with 25 years of experience. He aims to help people who want change, greater calm, and practical progress. He speaks English and Spanish and works from New York.
He begins by looking at the whole picture - personal history, current environment, and how past events still affect daily life. That assessment guides a plan focused on the goals the person brings to therapy. Sessions are centered on the client and tailored to what each person needs.
Richard often uses cognitive behavioral techniques to identify unhelpful thinking and build new habits. He also draws on motivational interviewing to support people who want to make lasting changes, and he applies EMDR and dialectical behavior ideas when trauma or strong emotions are involved. Most of his work has focused on trauma, anxiety, life transitions, and addictions, but he helps with a wide range of concerns.
People come for help with stress, grief, parenting strain, work and career pressures, ADHD, depression, bipolar mood concerns, and relationship issues. He also addresses problems tied to family of origin, abandonment, caregiver stress, and forgiveness.
Richard aims to form a collaborative relationship where goals are clear and progress is tracked. He uses a bio-psycho-social-spiritual assessment to pinpoint where support will help most. To start, readers select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to availability.
His fee varies with location and the subscription model in use, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How his approaches translate to online therapy
Client-centered therapy focuses on listening, clarifying goals, and shaping sessions around what the person wants to change. Online work lets conversations stay focused on the client and practical next steps to try between meetings.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) breaks problems into thoughts, feelings, and actions to build new skills and reduce distress. In an online session CBT can include homework, simple behavior experiments, and concrete skill practice suited to day-to-day life.
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is used when past events continue to cause strong reactions. When EMDR is appropriate the therapist guides processing and grounding techniques while helping the person notice changes over time.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to choose methods that fit their goals, needs, and preferences. That choice can shift as progress is assessed and new issues come up.
Richard has embraced online therapy as a way to make sessions fit into busy lives. Confirm which session formats are available before booking, since the biography does not list specific options. Online work can make scheduling easier, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed, helping therapy stay practical and manageable alongside daily responsibilities.
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he help address?
He works with a broad range of concerns including stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, depression, bipolar mood issues, parenting strain, grief, anger, career challenges, ADHD, and compassion fatigue.
What is his approach to therapy?
His work is client-centered and goal-focused. He commonly uses cognitive behavioral techniques and motivational interviewing, and may include EMDR or DBT-informed strategies when trauma or emotion regulation is central.
How much experience does he bring?
He has 25 years of professional experience as a clinical social worker and has concentrated much of his practice on trauma, anxiety, life transitions, and addictions.
Where is he based and what are his credentials?
He is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) practicing from New York with the credential listed as NY LCSW.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish, and he accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography notes an embrace of online therapy but does not list specific session formats; confirm current session options before booking.
How are costs handled?
Fees vary with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule based on the therapist's availability.