Richard Goggin

Holistic Jungian therapist specializing in trauma and relationships

About

Life is difficult. How you choose to deal with this reality directly affects the quality of your life. Living in the past will bring on depression since you cannot change what has already happened. Living in the future leads to anxiety as you experience worry about how to deal with what has yet to happen.
You don’t have to live that way. Individual therapy can help you learn to accept your past, deal with your future, and find the courage to live in the present moment, the place where living a quality life begins.
As a psychotherapist, former hospital chaplain, and high school athletic coach, I possess a combination of life approaches (clinical skill, compassionate presence, individual encouragement) that can provide you with a unique therapeutic experience – one that can change your life for the better.

Years Experience: 30

Location: Massachusetts, United States

Accepting New Clients: No

Gender: Male

Accepting international clients: No

NPI Number: 1417006412

Credentials: MA LICSW 118890

Languages Spoken: English

Licenses: LICSW (Massachusetts) #118890 exp 2026-10-09

List of Specialties: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Family, Grief, Depression, Addictions, LGBT, Trauma and abuse, Intimacy-related issues, Parenting, Anger, Self esteem, Career, Bipolar, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Male therapist, Gay, Christian, Older, Non-religious, Liberal therapist

Where Can You Work With This Therapist: BetterHelp

Therapist of color: No

Communication options: Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

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Richard Goggin

Compassionate, practical therapy in Massachusetts

30 years experience
Individual therapy
Phone, video, chat

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Licensed · Professional · Cancel Anytime

About

Life brings inevitable challenges, and the way a person responds to them shapes the overall quality of their life. Dwelling on the past can feed feelings of depression because the past cannot be changed, while living in the future often produces anxiety as one worries about events that have not yet occurred.

Richard Goggin offers individual therapy to help people accept what has happened, prepare for what lies ahead, and develop the courage to live more fully in the present moment – the space where meaningful change begins. His approach blends clinical skill with a supportive, encouraging presence aimed at practical growth.

As a psychotherapist with three decades of experience, Richard brings perspectives gained from his prior roles as a hospital chaplain and a high school athletic coach. He holds a Master of Arts and is a licensed clinical social worker in Massachusetts, license number 118890. Those combined experiences inform a distinctive therapeutic style that many find both compassionate and action-oriented.

Location: Massachusetts, United States

Years Experience: 30

Gender: Male

Languages Spoken: English

Therapist of Color: No

Communication Options: Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Specialties

Primary area of focus: Depression, Family, Grief, Relationship, Relationship, Stress, Anxiety

Other areas of experience: Abandonment, Addictions, ADHD, Anger, Bipolar, Career, Chronic illness, Chronic pain, Coaching, Codependency, Communication problems, Compassion fatigue, Coping with life changes, Disability, Divorce, Family of origin issues, Fatherhood issues, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Intimacy-related issues, Isolation / loneliness, LGBT, Life purpose, Men’s issues, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Parenting, Self esteem, Separation, Trauma and abuse, Workplace issues

Therapeutic approach: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy

Ready To Start Your Journey?

Therapist Available Through: BetterHelp

Currently Accepting New Clients: No

Accepting International Clients: No

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Credentials & Verification

Credentials: MA LICSW 118890
NPI Number: 1417006412
License: LICSW (Massachusetts) #118890 exp 2026-10-09

Is Online Therapy the Right Step Toward Better Mental Health?

Many people wonder whether remote therapy can truly help. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, or managing life transitions, online therapy has been shown to be just as effective as traditional in-person sessions. A key benefit is flexibility – clients can connect in the format that works best for them, whether that is video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. This flexibility makes it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules and varied lifestyles. Licensed professionals provide online care, and if someone decides a different therapist might be a better fit, they can switch at any time. For many individuals, virtual therapy provides an accessible, effective option for addressing everyday mental health needs.

How much experience does Richard Goggin have?

Richard Goggin has 30 years of experience as a therapist.

Is Richard Goggin a licensed therapist?

Yes. Richard Goggin holds a Master of Arts and is a licensed clinical social worker (LICSW) in Massachusetts, license number 118890.

In which languages does Richard Goggin provide therapy?

Richard Goggin provides therapy in English.

Where is Richard Goggin located?

Richard Goggin is located in Massachusetts.

How can I work with Richard Goggin as my therapist?

You can work with Richard Goggin through Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging.

How much does therapy with Richard Goggin cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist’s availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the ‘Start Therapy’ button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the ‘Start Therapy’ button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

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