Richard Jenkins is a licensed counselor (LPCC) practicing in Ohio with ten years of experience.
01About Richard
Richard Jenkins is a licensed counselor (LPCC) practicing in Ohio with ten years of experience. He focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, depression, and challenges tied to identity and self-esteem. He uses straightforward, evidence-based methods to help clients talk through life changes and build practical coping skills.
Sessions aim to strengthen communication, improve self-regard, and reduce overwhelming feelings one step at a time. Richard places emphasis on affirming LGBT concerns and on understanding how social stress can affect well-being.
Background and approach
He also works with issues such as body image, addiction concerns, caregiver stress, and grief from separation or family problems. In the room he keeps things practical and direct. He helps clients set small goals, practice new ways of relating, and test changes between sessions.
People leave with clear steps they can use during the week. Richard also brings experience with aging and geriatric issues, autism and Asperger syndrome, gender dysphoria, HIV/AIDS related concerns, and feelings of guilt or shame. He tailors conversations to what each person needs and checks in often to adjust the plan.
02Credentials
- LPCC (Ohio)
- License E.2505508 · expires July 2027
- NPI
- 1033695499 · national provider identifier
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03Focus areas and approaches
Everything Richard lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- LGBT
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- Aging and geriatric issues
- Autism and Asperger Syndrome
- Body image
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Commitment issues
- Communication problems
- Dependent personality
- 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
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04Online support
How evidence-based approaches work online
Richard uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide online work. One common approach focuses on teaching practical coping skills and behavior changes to reduce anxiety and improve mood; it helps people notice unhelpful patterns and try small, manageable changes. Another approach centers on communication and relationship skills to help with self-esteem, commitment issues, and family-of-origin concerns; it emphasizes role practice and clearer ways to express needs.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, try techniques, and adjust the plan based on what helps. Clients are invited to give feedback so the work stays focused and useful.
Online sessions offer flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. Video is useful for face-to-face conversation and visual cues, phone sessions work well when bandwidth is limited or for shorter check-ins, and chat or text is helpful for quick exchanges or when writing out thoughts feels easier. These options make it simpler to fit therapy into a busy life and keep continuity between sessions.
05Questions people ask
What concerns does this therapist address?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and coping with life changes, and offers support around LGBT concerns and related identity stress.
What is the general approach or style in sessions?
Sessions are practical and evidence-based, focused on clear goals, skill-building, and real-world steps clients can try between meetings.
How much experience does the therapist have?
He has ten years of clinical experience working with a range of emotional and identity-related concerns.
What are the therapist's credentials and where are they based?
He holds the LPCC credential and practices in Ohio.
In which languages are sessions offered and can international clients join?
Sessions are offered in English and he is not currently accepting international clients.
Which session formats are available?
Sessions can be conducted by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working with this therapist?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions based on the therapist's availability.
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