Richard Rodgers , LCSW

Richard Rodgers is an Afghanistan veteran whose path into mental health began after returning to civilian life with the Army National Guard. Confronted by the struggles of friends coping with substance use, depression, and post-traumatic stress, he committed his career to supporting veterans and others facing severe life challenges. He brings ten years of clinical experience across military, inpatient, and outpatient settings, with a particular emphasis on addiction alongside broad work in depression, anxiety, and trauma.

He holds a Bachelor�s degree in Community Health and a Master of Social Work (MSW). He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) - a license that permits independent clinical practice - and he is recognized as a Certified Trauma Therapy Professional. Earning his advanced training and licensure was the result of several years of focused study and practice, and he draws on that training in day-to-day care.

His approach blends practical talk therapy with targeted techniques such as EMDR, Internal Family Systems, and iRest Yoga Nidra, tailored to the needs of each person. He aims to listen closely, understand each client�s perspective, and collaborate on a plan for change that emphasizes empowerment and resilience. Richard has experience supporting people through addiction, PTSD, abuse recovery, and the complex effects of criminal justice involvement.

Outside of work he values time with family and pets and enjoys attending sporting events and concerts. That balance informs a grounded, empathetic style of practice focused on meeting people where they are and helping them move toward meaningful, sustainable change.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters most to them and build a life guided by those values. ACT uses practical exercises to reduce avoidance and increase psychological flexibility, which can be helpful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationships shape current patterns of closeness and trust; it supports people working through relationship injury, abandonment, and attachment-related struggles by strengthening emotional connection and safety.

Richard approaches treatment collaboratively, recognizing that finding the right method is part of the work. He will discuss different approaches, consider a person�s goals and preferences, and adapt techniques over time so the plan fits the client�s needs and pace. That collaborative stance helps ensure the chosen strategies feel useful and sustainable.

Online therapy offers flexibility for scheduling and access, with options for video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These formats allow people to engage from familiar environments, maintain continuity of care through life changes, and select the communication style that best supports their progress with licensed professionals and therapists.