- ACT practice
- CBT strategies
- Mindfulness work
About Richard
Richard Watson is an IL LCPC with nine years of clinical experience. He works with adults dealing with stress, anxiety, mood problems, substance use concerns, trauma, and life changes. He also focuses on issues like sleep problems, self-esteem, and relationship and intimacy-related concerns.
He frames therapy as a collaborative process where the client brings expertise about their life. Sessions involve honest, direct conversation and practical skills work. He asks people to lean into uncomfortable feelings when needed, because change often follows confronting hard emotions.
Richard uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and mindfulness-based approaches to help people notice and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior. He guides clients in spotting patterns, testing different responses, and building new habits one step at a time.
Work often includes short experiments between sessions, focused skill practice, and straightforward reflection on what helps and what does not. He also draws on motivational interviewing and solution-focused techniques to support goals around substance use and other behavior changes.
Clients can expect clear feedback, practical strategies, and an emphasis on what they want to change. He accepts international clients and conducts sessions in English. To begin, people complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule an initial appointment.
How ACT, CBT, and Mindfulness translate to online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting pushed around by them. It teaches values-based action so clients can move toward what matters despite discomfort. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns through structured exercises and homework. Mindfulness Therapy trains attention and awareness skills that reduce rumination and improve emotional regulation.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with each person about goals and preferences, then try methods that suit their situation. That choice is collaborative and may shift as progress is made.
The original biography does not list specific online formats, so confirm session options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into study, work, or irregular schedules. They also let clients use quieter surroundings, reduce commute time, or choose shorter check-ins when days are busy. These practical benefits can help make regular sessions more manageable while working on stress, addiction, mood, and relationship concerns.
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Experience
9+ years
Listed in
Illinois
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, substance use, trauma, sleep problems, self-esteem, and life changes among other concerns.
How would he describe his therapy style?
He uses collaborative, direct conversations and practical exercises based on CBT, ACT, and mindfulness to change thinking and behavior.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has nine years of experience working with mood disorders and substance use issues.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is an IL LCPC and practices out of Illinois.
Does he see people who live outside the US?
He accepts international clients and conducts sessions in English.
Which session formats are offered?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as the biography does not list specific formats.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What do I need to do to start?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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