- Calm anxiety
- Build resilience
- LGBTQ affirming
About Richard
Richard Jenkins is a licensed professional clinical counselor (LPCC) practicing in Ohio. He has 10 years of experience helping people who feel overwhelmed by anxiety, stress, depression, and life changes. He also focuses on issues important to LGBTQ+ clients, including gender dysphoria and HIV / AIDS related concerns.
He keeps sessions straightforward and practical. He listens for what matters most, then helps people build small, doable steps toward calmer days. Conversations often cover coping tools, improving communication, and ways to reduce panic and worry in everyday life.
With a background in evidence-based therapeutic techniques, he aims to help clients strengthen self-esteem and manage mood shifts. He also supports those navigating caregiving stress, aging concerns, and the effects of family of origin problems. He will work with substance use issues and relationship conflicts by focusing on clear goals and skills practice.
Richard values a multicultural, affirming approach and centers LGBTQ+ experiences in his work. He encourages people to notice patterns that cause distress and then try different ways of responding. That hands-on process helps people gain more control over panic and anxiety symptoms.
People who reach out typically want practical strategies they can use between sessions. He guides clients through short-term tools and longer-term changes, helping them set achievable steps and check progress over time.
Approaches that help with anxiety and panic
Richard uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address anxiety and panic symptoms. One common approach focuses on teaching practical coping skills such as breathing strategies, grounding, and behavioral experiments to reduce avoidance. These techniques help people regain a sense of control and test out new ways of responding when panic arises.Another approach emphasizes mood management and skill-building for daily life. That work involves tracking triggers, practicing communication skills, and building small routines that support better sleep and stress tolerance. These steps can reduce overall anxiety and improve self-esteem over time.
Finding the right method is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss options, try approaches that match your goals, and adjust methods based on what helps. Clients are invited to give feedback so the plan changes with their needs and preferences.
Confirm the therapist's current online session options before booking. When available, online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, reduce time spent traveling, and allow for quicker check-ins when problems arise. Different formats can suit different needs - for example, shorter audio sessions may be useful on a hectic day, while video sessions allow for face-to-face work on skills and communication. Ask about specific formats when you schedule to find what fits your routine.
Areas of expertise
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Experience
10+ years
Listed in
Ohio
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Richard help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, panic-related struggles, depression, low self-esteem, and coping with life changes. He also addresses many related issues such as caregiver stress, substance use, and body image.
What is his therapeutic style like?
Sessions are practical and collaborative. He listens, helps set clear goals, and teaches skills you can use between meetings.
How much experience does he have?
He has ten years of clinical experience working with adults on mood and anxiety concerns and life transitions.
Where is he licensed and based?
He is an LPCC licensed in Ohio and provides services to people located in that state.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin the process?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.