
Richard Amparan
Veteran-focused, evidence-based counseling
Start with Richard AmparanLicensed · Professional · Cancel Anytime


Veteran-focused, evidence-based counseling
Start with Richard AmparanLicensed · Professional · Cancel Anytime
After two deployments to Fallujah, Iraq and a subsequent departure from the United States Marine Corps, Richard Amparan shifted his focus to mental health care. He brings 11 years of experience in the mental health field and combines a client-centered outlook with research-supported therapies to help reduce symptoms and improve functioning.
He provides individualized treatment plans that draw on multiple therapeutic approaches to match each person’s needs and goals. He collaborates with clients to set measurable short- and long-term objectives for concerns such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety, depression, stress, insomnia, nightmares, anger management, and couple’s issues.
Richard offers flexible scheduling with availability during evenings and weekends. Clients who have specific time requests are encouraged to communicate them and he will make every effort to accommodate scheduling needs.
During his 11 years of professional practice, he has trained in and uses the following evidence-based therapies and typical session ranges: PTSD therapies including Cognitive Processing Therapy (8-12 sessions), Prolonged Exposure Therapy (8-12 sessions), and Written Exposure Therapy (4-6 sessions); anxiety treatments such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (8-12 sessions) and Mindfulness Based Interventions (4-8 sessions); depression approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (8-12 sessions) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (8-12 sessions); stress treatment blending Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness (6-9 sessions); insomnia care using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) (8-12 sessions); nightmares treated with Imagery Rehearsal Therapy (3-6 sessions); anger management using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (8-12 sessions); and couples work informed by Gottman methods, with session length varying based on relationship needs.
Richard is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas (TX LPC 86553) and focuses on practical, goal-oriented care. He supports clients throughout their recovery journey and remains available for continued care after initial treatment. He roots for each person’s progress and believes in resilience: “Tough times don’t last, tough people do” – Robert Schuller.
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A major benefit is scheduling flexibility - clients can meet with a therapist in the format that works best for them, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. This adaptability makes it easier to maintain consistency in care while fitting therapy into a busy life.
All participating therapists are licensed professionals, and clients have the option to change therapists at any time if they prefer a different fit. Online therapy provides a practical way to access trained therapists and stay engaged in treatment on terms that suit individual needs.