Richard Amaral is a Connecticut-based licensed clinical social worker with 28 years of professional experience helping people address a range of concerns. He works with adults on stress and anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, depression, addictions, concerns related to LGBT identities, eating and sleeping disorders, coaching needs, and compassion fatigue.

He focuses on creating an open, safe space where thoughts and feelings can be expressed without fear of judgment, and he collaborates with clients to move toward clearer understanding and practical change. His approach emphasizes respect, empathy, and practical support tailored to each person’s situation.

Richard holds a Connecticut clinical social work license, CT LCSW 3634, which denotes state licensure and qualification to provide clinical social work services. He recognizes that beginning therapy takes courage and is proud of those who take that first step toward support and growth.