- Strengths focused
- Creative expression
- Goal oriented
About Richlyn
Richlyn Fletcher is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 29 years of experience. She practices in New York and combines practical therapy with creative tools to help people make change. Her style aims to be straightforward and respectful of each person's background and needs.
She uses Attachment-Based approaches to understand relationship patterns and Client-Centered methods to keep the person’s goals at the center of sessions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness techniques are used to address anxiety, depression, and coping skills. Motivational Interviewing supports shifts in habits and readiness for change.
Richlyn blends talk therapy with expressive options when helpful, such as music, movement, or art. These tools are used to support expression and to open new ways of working through feelings. She frames treatment around each client’s strengths and practical goals.
Her background includes a Bachelor’s in Social Work from Buffalo State College and a Master’s in Social Work from Fordham University. Many years working in New York City exposed her to a wide range of cultures and life stories, and that informs her flexible approach.
Sessions focus on clear goals like improving coping, managing grief, addressing addiction, or navigating life transitions. The work is collaborative - the therapist and client plan steps together toward the outcomes the client wants. People who prefer both talk and creative methods may find this mix helpful.
How her approaches translate to online work
Attachment-Based work looks at how personal history shapes current relationships and emotions; online conversations can help identify patterns and practice new ways of relating. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on the client's own goals and pace, with the therapist following the client's lead to build trust and clarity. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy breaks problems into thoughts, feelings, and actions and uses concrete exercises to change unhelpful patterns, which can be done in session and as homework.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to decide which methods suit their needs and goals. That may mean trying different techniques and adjusting based on what helps most.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into daily life, allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight, and avoid travel time. It also supports continuity of care when routines change, while still allowing creative tools like music or movement to be adapted for remote sessions.
Areas of focus
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does this therapist address?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, addictions, trauma and related concerns such as sleep problems, parenting strain, self-esteem, and coping with life changes.
What is her therapy style like?
Her approach is collaborative and down-to-earth. She blends Attachment-Based, Client-Centered, CBT, Mindfulness, and Motivational Interviewing techniques depending on what a person needs.
How much experience does she have?
She has 29 years of experience working as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in New York settings with diverse populations and presenting concerns.
What are her credentials and location?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker - LCSW - practicing in New York.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. work with her?
She is not accepting international clients at this time.
How are fees and subscriptions handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.