Therapist profile
Richard McDonald, LCMHC
Clinical Mental Health Counselor - Family and parenting focus
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- CBT techniques
- Mindfulness tools
- Motivational interviewing
About Richard
Richard McDonald is a Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) licensed in North Carolina with five years of counseling experience. He works with adults who are managing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, addiction concerns, relationship strain, family issues, parenting challenges, trauma and life changes. Sessions are presented in straightforward language and focus on practical steps clients can use at home.
He trained in counseling after completing a master's in mental health counseling and has a background in human services. His work draws on several active therapy methods rather than a single fixed program. In sessions he listens for what matters most to each person and then suggests skills and exercises that address those priorities.
Richard uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help people notice unhelpful thinking and try new responses. He also uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Mindfulness strategies to help with stress and emotion regulation. Motivational Interviewing and client-centered principles shape how he talks through goals and readiness for change.
Clients who mention parenting or family strain will find attention to everyday routines, communication habits, and coping tactics. He can also work with people dealing with addiction, anger, mood disorders, or the aftermath of trauma and abuse. Language of sessions is English only.
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, choose the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
How sessions work
How his therapeutic methods translate to online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying values and taking small actions toward them while learning to live with difficult feelings. It can be useful for people coping with stress, avoidance, or life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) teaches practical skills to spot unhelpful thinking and test different behaviors; it often helps with anxiety, depression, and anger. Mindfulness techniques train basic attention and grounding skills that reduce reactivity and support emotion regulation.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. He will discuss what matters to the client and try methods that fit their goals and day-to-day life. That decision is collaborative and can change over time based on what proves most helpful.
The original biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm the available session types before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into busy routines, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Some approaches translate well to brief homework tasks and in-session skill practice, which helps clients apply what they learn between meetings.
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Experience
5+ years
Listed in
North Carolina
Languages
English
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What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, addiction, grief, relationship and family concerns, parenting strains, trauma and coping with life changes.
What is his approach in sessions?
Sessions use practical, skills-based methods such as CBT, ACT, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing to address thoughts, behaviors and coping strategies.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has five years of counseling experience and a longer background in human services prior to training as a counselor.
What are his credentials and where does he practice?
He is an LCMHC licensed in North Carolina and works with people located in that state.
Does he offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. He is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography did not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How does payment work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
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