- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Spanish and English
About Richard
Richard Gonzalez is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Florida with 12 years of practice. He works with people facing stress, anxiety, relationship struggles, parenting strains, anger, grief, depression, and career challenges. He provides services in English and Spanish.
He uses straightforward conversations to help clients notice what gets in the way of steady behavior and relationships. He draws on approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and client-centered methods to build clearer thinking and practical coping skills. Sessions focus on what a person does day to day and how small changes add up.
Richard helps people handle frustration at work, simmering resentment, and sudden outbursts without labeling or shaming. He also supports those carrying trauma, compassion fatigue, or chronic illness stress. His practice includes addressing intimacy-related issues, attachment concerns, and the effects of major life changes.
He brings experience working with veterans, first responders, and people from multicultural backgrounds, and he uses bilingual skills when helpful. Conversations tend to be goal-focused and action-oriented, with attention to values and what matters to each person. Clients are invited to try specific tools between sessions and then review what helped.
To begin, people follow the site's process to match and schedule a first session. Fees vary by location and use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How his approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on noticing thoughts and tuning actions toward personal values. It helps with ongoing anger that comes from frustration or stuck patterns by teaching flexible responses rather than trying to eliminate feelings. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) breaks down situations, thoughts, and behaviors into simpler parts and tests small changes. It suits everyday problems like workplace stress, reactive arguing, and low mood by practicing new responses. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes being heard and understood so people can explore what matters and choose their next steps; it supports clearer decision making and confidence.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Richard will collaborate with a client on which methods to try first based on their goals, preferences, and what shows progress in early sessions. He checks in and adjusts plans when a method isn’t producing useful change.
Confirm current session options before booking since the original biography does not list specific formats. Online sessions can help fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when time is tight, and make it easier to keep appointments around work or caregiving responsibilities. Ask about language preference at intake to arrange English or Spanish sessions.
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Experience
12+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English, Spanish
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship strain, parenting challenges, grief, anger, depression, and related concerns listed on his profile.
What is his therapeutic style?
He uses direct, practical conversation drawing from ACT, CBT, and client-centered approaches to build skills and clarify values.
How much experience does he have?
He has 12 years of clinical experience as a Florida licensed clinician.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is an LCSW licensed in Florida and practices with that credential in the state.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are fees handled?
Fees vary by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.