Therapist
Ricky Jones
LPC-MH
Calm, practical counseling for everyday struggles
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- 34 years experience
- Focus on coping
- Strengths based
About Ricky
He keeps conversations focused and practical. Sessions are shaped around each person's needs, with space to talk through feelings and develop small, workable steps. He emphasizes clear goals and steady progress rather than quick fixes.
Ricky adapts his approach to the concern at hand. He uses methods like cognitive behavioral techniques to shift unhelpful thinking and mindfulness to build moment-to-moment coping. For relationship concerns he draws on practical communication strategies to improve connection and reduce conflict.
Ricky also brings experience addressing substance use, mood disorders, anger, and intimacy-related issues. He lists intellectual disability among his focus areas and works with people who have a range of life and health challenges, always tailoring the pace and content to individual needs.
People who choose him can expect a calm, steady presence and direct feedback when it helps. He frames therapy as a partnership and supports clients in taking realistic steps toward changes they want to see. His tone is compassionate and matter-of-fact to help visitors feel understood and guided.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
34+ years
Credentials
Delaware
Languages
English
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Approaches that translate to online work
CBT, or cognitive behavioral therapy, focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing them with practical behavior changes to reduce anxiety and depression. DBT, or dialectical behavior therapy, teaches emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal skills useful for strong mood swings and relationship stress. EMDR is used to process traumatic memories by combining focused recall with guided bilateral stimulation to reduce the intensity of traumatic reactions.Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with the client to decide which methods fit their goals and preferences, and can adjust techniques over time based on how things are going.
Confirm the current session options before booking, as formats are not specified here. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also allow people to attend from different rooms or locations that are quieter or more convenient. Licensed professionals can help shape sessions so they work for everyday schedules and needs.
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Ricky help with?
He helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, grief, addictions, intimacy-related issues, anger, self-esteem, bipolar and mood disorders, panic, personality disorders, and post-traumatic stress.
What is his general approach in sessions?
He uses practical, goal-focused conversation. Methods include cognitive behavioral techniques, mindfulness, and other strategies to build coping skills and improve daily functioning.
How much experience does he have?
He has 34 years of professional work experience in counseling and related services.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is listed as LPC-MH and practices in Delaware.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients schedule with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions paid for and what does cost look like?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.
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