- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Mindfulness techniques
- Solution focused steps
About Richard
Richard Whitton is a Florida Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with 15 years of clinical experience. He helps people who feel overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar challenges, addictions, grief, and anger. He also supports clients dealing with sleep problems, parenting strain, and career stress.
He works from the starting point that each person knows their story best. He asks straightforward questions and listens for strengths clients already use. Sessions focus on practical steps and clearer thinking rather than long academic talk.
Richard uses a mix of approaches to match what a person needs. He often brings in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to notice patterns of thought and behavior. He pairs that with mindfulness techniques to help people calm their reactions and focus on the present.
He also draws on attachment-based ideas to look at how early relationship patterns affect current reactions, and solution-focused methods to build concrete next steps between sessions. Motivational interviewing is used when someone is considering change and needs help weighing options.
In the room he aims for direct collaboration. Conversations cover what is happening now, what has helped in the past, and what small changes could reduce anger, stress, or resentment. Progress is tracked by practical goals and regular check-ins.
Richard practices in Florida and conducts sessions in English. Before booking, confirm the current session format options to make sure they fit your routine.
How his approaches translate to online sessions
Richard combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness Therapy in ways that work well over distance. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors, which can be practiced between sessions with clear exercises. Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention and breathing practices to reduce reactivity and improve sleep and stress management.He also uses Attachment-Based ideas to look at relationship patterns and Solution-Focused Therapy to set short-term goals. Choosing the right mix is collaborative - he will discuss goals, preferences, and what felt helpful in past attempts. Together they pick a plan with clear steps to try between meetings.
The practical benefits of online work are fitting sessions into a busy week and keeping progress steady. Confirm the current session formats before booking so you know how meetings are run. Online options can make it easier to keep regular check-ins, practice homework between meetings, and fit sessions around work or parenting responsibilities without long travel.
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Experience
15+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address related to anger?
He addresses anger alongside stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, grief, sleep problems, and parenting strain. The profile lists anger as one of his core concerns.
How would he approach work on temper and frustration?
He uses practical methods such as cognitive behavioral techniques to change unhelpful thinking and mindfulness to reduce reactivity. Solution-focused steps help break problems into manageable actions.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 15 years of professional experience working with a range of concerns including bipolar disorder, trauma, and compassion fatigue.
What credential does he hold and where does he practice?
He is a Florida LMHC and practices in Florida.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Can people outside the United States work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Specific fees depend on the selected plan and your region.
What is the first step to begin working together?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session through the platform.