- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma and grief
- CBT and mindfulness
About Ricky
Ricky Jones is a Licensed Professional Counselor - Mental Health (LPC-MH) with 34 years of clinical experience based in Delaware. He works with people dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship strain, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, addictions, LGBT concerns, intimacy issues, anger, and self-esteem problems. He also supports those facing major life changes and compassion fatigue.
Across his career Ricky has worked in settings that exposed him to a wide range of difficulties. He uses practical talk and structured approaches to help people understand what keeps problems going. Sessions focus on clear goals and small, usable steps rather than abstract theory.
Ricky describes his style as respectful and sensitive. He adapts conversations and treatment plans to each person’s situation. He concentrates on building skills people can use outside the therapy hour, such as stress management and emotion regulation techniques.
He draws on cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness methods to change unhelpful thoughts and reactions. He also uses dialectical behavior therapy skills for strong emotions and EMDR for trauma-related memories when appropriate. Relationship work can include practical communication tools from the Gottman Method.
Sessions move at a steady, workmanlike pace. Ricky helps people sort immediate concerns first, then tackles longer-term patterns. People looking to manage anger, reduce anxiety, or repair strained relationships will find concrete strategies and straightforward support.
How CBT, DBT and EMDR can be used online
CBT, or cognitive behavioral therapy, focuses on identifying and changing thoughts and behaviors that fuel stress and anger. It uses concrete exercises and short practice tasks that people can try between sessions to test what works. DBT, or dialectical behavior therapy, emphasizes emotion regulation and interpersonal effectiveness skills. It teaches step-by-step techniques for managing intense feelings and improving communication under pressure. EMDR, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, is an approach used for trauma-related memories and can help reduce the emotional charge those memories bring.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their goals, needs, and preferences. That means trying skills-based work, trauma-focused techniques, or relationship tools and checking what helps most as therapy progresses.
Confirm the session formats before booking so you know how sessions are delivered. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, reduce travel time, or allow a shorter check-in when needed. They also let people use video or phone options according to what works best for concentration, comfort with being on camera, and internet bandwidth. Ask about the specific formats offered when you schedule.
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Experience
34+ years
Listed in
Delaware
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
Ricky helps people with stress, anxiety, relationship strain, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, addictions, anger, and self-esteem concerns.
What is his therapeutic style?
He practices in a direct, practical manner and focuses on clear goals and usable skills rather than long theoretical discussions.
How many years of experience does he have?
He has 34 years of professional experience working in clinical settings.
What credentials and region apply to his practice?
He holds the credential LPC-MH and practices in Delaware.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he work with people outside the country?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are session costs handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Choose the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.