Holistic Jungian therapist specializing in trauma and relationships
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My name is Jack Richey. I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Illinois. I earned my Master of Social Work degree, specializing in Interpersonal Communication and Change from the University of Iowa.
I founded and directed an outpatient mental health clinic. I have worked on an inpatient behavioral healthcare unit. I had a private mental health counseling practice. I retired in August of 2021 after thirteen years of providing out patient mental health counseling services in a psychiatric wing of a local clinic under the direct supervision of a psychiatrist.
I’ve worked with individuals, couples, and families who have had to address a variety of issues. These have included employment difficulties, depression, anxiety, stress, anger, family and relationship issues, self-esteem, divorce recovery, and parenting problems.
My counseling style combines Cognitive Behavioral, Family Systems, and Solution focused approaches. I do not have a “cookie cutter” or “one size fits all” approach. Each person is unique with specific needs. I try meet clients “where they are”.
I believe we can all grow through challenging experiences by increasing self-awareness. Sometimes another person who isn’t directly involved can offer a new perspective. Having additional support can guide people through a difficult situation when they feel stuck.
People all want to be able to share their personal experiences, be accepted, and feel understood. I believe it’s very important to be open-minded and non-judgmental when people share their personal stories or experiences.
It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life. Your life and your goals are important. If you are ready to take that step toward change, I am here to support, encourage, and empower you.
I look forward to working with you!
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Jack Richey is a licensed clinical social worker in Illinois, holding license number 149-004431, and he earned a Master of Social Work from the University of Iowa with a specialization in interpersonal communication and change.
He founded and directed an outpatient mental health clinic, worked on an inpatient behavioral healthcare unit, and maintained a private counseling practice. In August 2021 he retired after thirteen years of providing outpatient mental health counseling services in a psychiatric wing of a local clinic under the direct supervision of a psychiatrist.
Across a twenty-year career, he has worked with individuals, couples, and families on concerns such as employment difficulties, depression, anxiety, stress, anger, family and relationship problems, self-esteem, divorce recovery, and parenting challenges. His counseling integrates Cognitive Behavioral, Family Systems, and Solution-Focused approaches, avoiding a one-size-fits-all model and aiming to meet each person where they are.
He believes people can grow through difficult experiences by increasing self-awareness, and that an uninvolved perspective can offer new direction when someone feels stuck. Jack values an open-minded, non-judgmental stance as people share their stories, and he aims to support, encourage, and empower those seeking a more fulfilling life. He looks forward to working with you.
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