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Richard Robinson

Richard Robinson, LMHC

New York

LMHC in New York - Family of origin and relationships

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  • Addictions
  • Depression
  • CBT and DBT

About Richard

Richard Robinson is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) practicing in New York with seven years of experience. He works with adults on concerns such as depression, addiction, anxiety, relationship patterns, intimacy issues, and family of origin matters.

He keeps sessions straightforward and focused on what is happening now and what came before. He talks with people about how childhood roles and expectations still shape current behavior and relationships. Conversations are practical and aim to clarify repeating patterns and options for change.

Richard uses a mix of approaches to match what each person needs. He draws on client-centered work to follow the client’s lead, cognitive behavioral techniques to identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, and skills from dialectical behavior therapy to manage intense emotions. He also integrates elements of existential therapy and motivational interviewing where those fit the goals.

In sessions he helps people build clearer boundaries, improve communication, and address issues like codependency, commitment worries, and intimacy-related struggles. He also supports people dealing with grief, ADHD-related difficulties, chronic illness, and complex relationship histories.

People who come to him often want to understand how family dynamics influence current stress and relationship choices. He explains options, practices concrete skills, and revisits progress over time so goals can be adjusted as needed.

Therapeutic approaches used for online sessions

Client-centered therapy focuses on following the person’s concerns and pacing. The therapist listens closely and reflects back what matters most so the person can identify goals and next steps. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts and behaviors keep problems going. It uses specific exercises to test unhelpful thinking and build different habits. Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) brings skills for handling strong emotions and improving interpersonal effectiveness, which can be useful for relationship and intensity-related issues.

Finding the right approach is treated as a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss options, try approaches that fit the person’s goals, and adjust methods together based on what works in sessions and daily life.

Confirm the session formats before booking since session delivery options are not listed here. Online work can make fitting therapy into a busy week easier and can reduce travel time. It also allows for shorter check-ins or sessions that do not require video when that better fits someone’s routine. The focus is on practical ways to bring therapeutic tools into everyday life rather than promising a specific service model.

Areas of expertise

Also works with

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Existential TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

7+ years

Listed in

New York

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does he address related to family patterns?

He works with adults on family of origin issues, attachment concerns, and how early roles affect current relationships and behavior.

How would you describe his therapeutic style?

He uses a straightforward, collaborative style that blends client-centered listening with practical skills work.

How long has he been practicing?

He has seven years of clinical experience working with a range of emotional and relational issues.

What are his credentials and where is he based?

He is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) licensed in New York and practices there.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Are international clients accepted?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How is payment handled and what does it cost?

Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What do I need to do to get started?

Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.

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Richard RobinsonLMHC

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