Richard Watson (He/Him)

LCPC, NCC, CCTP-II
Accepting Clients

My name is Richard T. Watson. Born and raised in Chicago, I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in Illinois.

Addictions Counselor in ,

Services
  • Individual

About My Clients

Clients I tend to work with are those seeking help with trauma, depression. anxiety, and/or substance use disorders. I take a trauma-informed approach with each client. Practicing from a place of multicultural humility and trauma-informed care, I recognize and respect the differences in life experiences, beliefs, and values that we all have. It is through collaboration, empowerment, and understanding that people can best heal and reach their goals.

My Background and Approach

I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC), National Certified Counselor (NCC) and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional Level II (CCTP-II). My integrative treatment approach utilizes Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Internal Family Systems (IFS) informed therapy, and Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT). I help individuals work on things such as resource installation (i.e. strengthening coping skills, identifying strengths, nurturing social supports), relationship building, and gaining a stronger sense of self-identity. Individuals can also receive help with identifying, challenging, and replacing unhelpful ways of thinking and behaving; increasing awareness of stress or uncomfortable feelings and regulating emotions; healing pain and transforming pain into growth.

Techniques I Use

Other Techniques
  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Addiction Counseling
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution Focused Brief Therapy
  • Integrative Therapy
  • Internal Family Systems
  • Trauma Therapy

Issues I Treat

Specialties
Addiction Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Veterans/Military Service
Other Issues
  • Addiction
  • Anger Issues
  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • LGBTQ-Friendly Therapists
  • Men's Issues
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self-Esteem
  • Spirituality
  • Veterans/Military Service
I offer online counseling in the following states:

At A Glance

  • Experience: 11 years of practice
  • Rate: $75 - 100/session

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