- Values-based work
- CBT and ACT
- Goal focused
About Ricci
Ricci Oppenlander is a Licensed Professional Counselor, with licensure in Michigan and eight years of clinical experience. She works with adults who are struggling with depression, anxiety, anger, and related concerns. Ricci helps people who feel stuck, overwhelmed by emotions, or unsure how to move forward.
Ricci uses a goal-focused style that builds on a person’s strengths and values. Sessions are practical and direct. She encourages clients to identify what matters to them and to take steps that reflect those priorities.
Her approach mixes several well-known methods, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, with client-centered and existential ideas. That means conversations look at thoughts and behaviors, explore meaning and choice, and center the client’s own perspective.
Ricci often helps people address stress, grief, self-esteem, workplace problems, addictions, relationship issues, and life transitions. She also supports people facing multicultural concerns, cancer related challenges, and compassion fatigue. The work includes setting clear short-term goals and building everyday skills to manage strong feelings.
In sessions she focuses on openness and honesty. Practical exercises, behavior changes, and values-based planning are common parts of the work. People who come looking to handle anger, repair communication, or find direction will get straightforward guidance and concrete next steps.
Therapeutic approaches used online and how they help
Ricci draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy alongside client-centered ideas. ACT focuses on clarifying personal values and taking committed action, which can help when anger or resentment gets in the way of what matters. CBT looks at patterns of thought and behavior, offering concrete strategies to reduce reactive responses and build different habits.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Ricci will talk with each person about their goals, symptoms, and preferences and together decide which methods to try first. That collaborative process means techniques can change as needs become clearer.
The biography does not list specific online formats, so confirm current session options before booking. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce the time spent traveling. Ricci’s focus remains on practical skills, values-based planning, and measurable steps that fit into everyday life rather than on promises about outcomes.
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Experience
8+ years
Listed in
Illinois, Colorado, Michigan, Arizona, Washington, Oregon
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Ricci address?
She works with adults on stress, anxiety, depression, anger, grief, addictions, and related issues such as workplace problems, self-esteem, and life changes.
What is her style in sessions?
Ricci uses a goal-oriented, practical style that builds on strengths and values. Sessions typically include clear steps and skill practice.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Ricci has eight years of experience working with adults on mood and adjustment concerns.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor with Michigan and Colorado licensure listed as MI LPC and CO LPC and practices in Michigan.
Which languages are supported and can international clients join?
Sessions are offered in English. She does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are offered?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as the biography does not specify which formats are used.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Choose the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.