- Stress and anxiety
- Addictions support
- Faith integrated care
About Richard
Richard Alford is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas with 23 years of clinical experience. He works with adults facing stress, anxiety, addiction, self-esteem struggles, anger, grief, relationship and family issues, and questions about life purpose.
He frames sessions around clients' personal stories and, when relevant, integrates Christian faith and spiritual practices into counseling. Richard uses straightforward conversation, reflective listening, and practical steps to address problems such as communication breakdowns, addictive behaviors, and family wounds.
Sessions often include exploring how faith and belief shape a person's decisions and goals. He may use prayer and what he calls inner healing as part of that process when a client wants spiritual elements included.
Richard works with people across common life challenges - workplace stress, transitions, parenting strain, and navigating separation or blended-family dynamics. He focuses on building coping skills and clearer communication rather than offering quick fixes.
He brings a calm, logical style and aims to help people set small, achievable steps they can try between sessions. Conversations can cover practical problem solving, shifts in thought patterns, and strategies to reduce anger or manage cravings.
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish. Prospective clients are asked to confirm current session options and the best way to start before booking.
How therapeutic methods are used in online sessions
Richard draws on Client-Centered Therapy to focus on the person's experience. That means the therapist listens, reflects what he hears, and centers the conversation on the client's goals. It helps when someone needs space to sort out feelings and decide what matters next.He also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify unhelpful thoughts and test practical changes in behavior. CBT is useful for anxiety, low mood, stress, and patterns that keep people stuck. Solution-Focused Therapy is used to set small, achievable goals and make quick, practical changes in daily life.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Richard will discuss methods with the client and choose what fits their needs, goals, and preferences. That choice is collaborative and can change over time as progress is made.
The original biography did not list specific session delivery formats. Please confirm current online session options before booking. In general, working with a licensed professional online can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and avoid travel time. Different formats also let people choose sessions that suit quieter surroundings, lower bandwidth, or not being on camera.
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Experience
23+ years
Listed in
Texas
Languages
English, Spanish
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, addiction, self-esteem, anger, family and relationship problems, grief, career concerns, and life purpose questions.
How does he approach feeling stuck?
He uses practical conversation, reflective listening, and steps you can try between sessions. He may include prayer or inner healing if a client wants spiritual guidance.
How much experience does he have?
Richard has 23 years of experience as a clinician working with adults on a range of life challenges.
What credential and location does he hold?
He is an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor - licensed in Texas and practices from that state.
Can I see him in Spanish or from another country?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish. He is not accepting international clients at this time.
What formats are available for sessions?
The original profile does not list specific session formats. Confirm the current session options before booking.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.