About

Richard A Harris Jr, LPC, is a licensed clinician in Virginia with 19 years of professional experience. He works with adults who are coping with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, bipolar disorder, and depression. His additional focus areas include Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder, impulsivity, veteran and armed forces issues, mood disorders, panic attacks, phobias, post-traumatic stress, and social anxiety and phobia. He practices in English and accepts international clients.

Richard frames the therapeutic process around the idea that each person is the expert of their own story and already carries strengths that can be used to address current challenges. He emphasizes support and empowerment while clients take steps toward change. Seeking help is acknowledged as an act of courage, and Richard aims to provide steady professional guidance as people pursue a more satisfying and balanced life. To increase access, he connects with people through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging when appropriate.
Location:
Virginia, United States
Years Experience:
19
Gender:
Male
Languages Spoken:
English
Therapist of Color:
Yes
Communication Options:
Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Specialties

Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Depression
Other areas of experience: Impulsivity, Mood disorders, Phobias, Post-traumatic stress

Credentials & Verification

  • Credentials: VA LPC 0701015242
  • NPI Number: 1558248427
  • License: LPC (Virginia)

Online options and the clinician's collaborative stance



No specific clinical approaches are listed for this clinician. In lieu of named modalities, Richard emphasizes a collaborative process that centers the client as the expert of their story. He works to identify and build on existing strengths while supporting people as they confront stress, anxiety, trauma, grief, mood concerns, and related challenges.

When working together online, sessions are shaped by the client’s goals and the issues they bring to each meeting. Richard aims to empower people as they consider steps toward change and to provide practical support for coping with symptoms of depression, bipolar disorder, panic, phobias, post-traumatic stress, and social anxiety.

Richard connects via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Those options allow people to choose the format that best matches their needs and schedule. Sessions are conducted in English, and he is available to work with international clients.

How long has Richard been practicing clinically?

He has 19 years of professional experience as a clinician.

What credentials does he hold?

Richard is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with license VA LPC 0701015242.

Which languages does he offer therapy in?

Sessions are offered in English.

Where is he licensed to practice?

He is licensed in Virginia.

What communication methods are available for sessions?

He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging.

Can he see clients outside the United States?

Yes. This profile indicates he is accepting international clients.

How does pricing work for his services?

Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What is the process for starting therapy with him?

To begin, use the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire to connect with him.