- Stress and anxiety
- Addictions and codependency
- Values-based change
About Raymond
Raymond DiCiccio is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in California with four years of clinical experience. He works with people dealing with stress, anxiety, addictions, low self-esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue. Sessions are aimed at helping clients build motivation for change and practical strategies to manage daily pressures.
Raymond draws on client-centered and cognitive approaches to help people name what matters to them and make small, workable changes. He uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) ideas to clarify values and reduce avoidance. Emotionally-Focused Therapy tools appear when conversations focus on how feelings affect behavior and relationships.
In the room, he focuses on straightforward conversation and skills practice. That can include identifying unhelpful thought patterns, practicing new ways to respond to stress, and setting achievable goals. He also works with issues tied to family of origin, such as attachment or abandonment concerns that continue to affect adult relationships and choices.
He has experience addressing caregiver stress, chronic illness and pain, communication problems, codependency, and life transitions like divorce or blended family adjustments. Raymond also supports people facing aging or cancer-related challenges and those managing co-morbid conditions.
Sessions are practical and down-to-earth. Clients can expect a mix of talking, problem solving, and in-session exercises aimed at increasing confidence and reducing symptoms that interfere with daily life.
How Raymond uses therapeutic approaches online
Raymond often draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people clarify their values and take small, meaningful steps toward what matters. ACT involves noticing thoughts without getting stuck in them and committing to actions aligned with personal goals, which can help with anxiety, avoidance, and motivation issues.He also uses Client-Centered Therapy, which emphasizes open conversation and the client's perspective. That approach focuses on listening, reflecting what the client says, and helping people feel understood so they can explore options and make choices. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is used to identify and change unhelpful thought patterns and to teach concrete coping skills for stress and anxiety.
Finding the right approach is collaborative. Raymond will talk with clients about their goals, try methods that match those goals, and adjust as needed. He helps clients decide which techniques feel useful and which do not, and he integrates different approaches when that fits the client's needs.
Session formats are not listed in his biography, so confirm current online options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Many people find that remote sessions let them practice skills in everyday routines and bring real-life examples into conversation.
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
4+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, low self-esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue. Additional areas include attachment issues, abandonment, communication problems, and caregiver stress.
How does he approach therapy?
He uses a mix of client-centered conversation, cognitive behavioral techniques, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ideas. The focus is on practical skills, values clarification, and addressing emotions that drive behavior.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has four years of experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in California, along with prior work as an addiction counselor noted in his background.
Where is he based and licensed?
He holds a California LCSW credential and practices in California.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people from other countries work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions scheduled and paid for?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact rates depend on the chosen plan.
What should I do to begin?
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