Gerard Riconda, LCSW

Gerard Riconda trained in social work at Fordham University School of Social Services, where his graduate training included direct work with families and children involved in the foster care system. He went on to gain experience as a medical social worker in a rehabilitation hospital, supporting clients such as amputees and people recovering from stroke or head injuries. Over the course of his career he has worked extensively with hard-to-reach clients and a wide range of diagnoses, building practical skills in managing complex clinical presentations.

He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), and his practice emphasizes empathy as a central therapeutic strength. Gerard is comfortable working with diverse client populations and draws on multiple clinical modalities to tailor care. He approaches treatment with the belief that no single method fits every person, and he partners with clients to identify the interventions that best address their present needs. This collaborative stance guides his work with issues such as stress, anxiety, trauma, family conflict, mood disorders, and life transitions.

Therapeutic approaches and accessible online care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) encourages clients to clarify personal values and take meaningful action while learning to accept difficult thoughts and feelings. It can help people who are struggling with avoidance, chronic stress, or life transitions find greater psychological flexibility and direction.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thought and behavior patterns. It is commonly used for anxiety, depression, and mood regulation by teaching practical skills to shift thinking and improve daily functioning.

Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, respect, and a nonjudgmental therapeutic relationship. By offering a supportive space, this approach helps clients explore their experiences and build self-understanding, which can be useful for relationship issues, self-esteem, and coping with loss.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Gerard will work collaboratively with each person to determine which methods align with their goals, needs, and preferences. He tailors treatment plans and adjusts strategies over time as progress and priorities evolve.

Online therapy with a licensed professional offers flexibility - sessions can happen by video call or phone, and shorter check-ins or ongoing support can be provided through live chat or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life changes, and access care from different locations while working with a therapist who guides the process.