Richard Champion
Strength-based therapy for lasting change
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About
Richard Champion, LCSW, CSW, brings over 25 years of experience in substance use and mental health services, with a strong understanding of the barriers and stressors that can affect underserved communities.
He works from the belief that every person has existing strengths that can be identified and developed, regardless of background or life circumstances. Richard’s style emphasizes resilience, practical coping skills, and steady progress toward healing and personal growth. He commonly supports clients who want help with anger management, substance use concerns, and day-to-day emotional well-being, while also making room for the broader context of family, relationships, and life transitions.
His culturally sensitive approach integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which focuses on noticing and reshaping unhelpful thought and behavior patterns, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), which supports values-based living while building skills for handling difficult thoughts and feelings, and Motivational Interviewing (MI), a collaborative method that helps strengthen motivation for change. As a licensed clinical social worker, Richard aims to help clients move through obstacles with greater clarity and purpose, creating a path toward a more fulfilling life.
He works from the belief that every person has existing strengths that can be identified and developed, regardless of background or life circumstances. Richard’s style emphasizes resilience, practical coping skills, and steady progress toward healing and personal growth. He commonly supports clients who want help with anger management, substance use concerns, and day-to-day emotional well-being, while also making room for the broader context of family, relationships, and life transitions.
His culturally sensitive approach integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which focuses on noticing and reshaping unhelpful thought and behavior patterns, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), which supports values-based living while building skills for handling difficult thoughts and feelings, and Motivational Interviewing (MI), a collaborative method that helps strengthen motivation for change. As a licensed clinical social worker, Richard aims to help clients move through obstacles with greater clarity and purpose, creating a path toward a more fulfilling life.
- Location:
- Colorado, United States
- Years Experience:
- 25
- 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, Parenting issues, Anger management, Depression
Other areas of experience: Abandonment, Antisocial personality, Attachment issues, Blended family issues, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Family of origin issues, Fatherhood issues, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Post-traumatic stress, Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, Sexuality, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: CO LCSW CSW.00000439
- NPI Number: 1720350937
- License: LCSW (Colorado)
Evidence-Based Support, Designed for Online Care
Richard Champion integrates evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help clients build practical skills and create meaningful change. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying patterns in thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, then practicing new ways of responding. It can be especially helpful for concerns like stress, anxiety, depression, and anger by making day-to-day coping more workable.Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) supports clients in clarifying what matters most to them and taking values-based steps forward, even when difficult thoughts or emotions show up. This approach can be useful when someone feels stuck, overwhelmed, or caught in cycles of avoidance. Motivational Interviewing (MI) is a collaborative, respectful style that helps strengthen readiness for change, often used when a person feels uncertain or ambivalent about next steps, including around substance use or other behavior changes.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. Richard works collaboratively with clients to understand goals, preferences, and what has or has not helped before, then adjusts the pace and tools to fit the individual.
Online therapy offers flexible access through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options can make it easier to stay consistent, fit therapy into a busy schedule, and get support in the format that feels most comfortable.
How much experience does Richard Champion have?
Richard Champion has 25 years of experience in substance use and mental health work.
Is Richard Champion a licensed therapist?
Yes. Richard Champion holds the credentials LCSW and CSW. His Colorado license is listed as CO LCSW CSW.00000439.
In which languages does Richard Champion provide therapy?
Richard Champion provides therapy in English.
Where is Richard Champion located?
Richard Champion is located in Colorado.
How can I work with Richard Champion as my therapist?
You can work with Richard Champion through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Richard Champion work with international clients?
No. Richard Champion does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Richard Champion 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.