Richard Goggin, LICSW

Richard Goggin holds that life is difficult and that the way a person responds to that reality shapes the quality of their life. Remaining stuck in the past often deepens depression because what has already happened cannot be altered, while living too far ahead of the moment can create anxiety as worries mount about events that have not yet occurred.

He believes people do not have to remain trapped by those patterns. Through individual therapy he helps clients learn to accept elements of their past, develop practical ways to face the future, and build the courage to live more fully in the present - the place where improved day-to-day well-being begins.

As a psychotherapist, former hospital chaplain, and high school athletic coach, he brings together clinical skill, a compassionate presence, and encouragement tailored to each person. That blend of experience informs a therapeutic approach aimed at practical change and greater emotional resilience, helping clients move toward more satisfying and sustainable ways of living.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Richard Goggin draws on Client-Centered Therapy to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space where a person’s experience is heard and valued. This approach emphasizes empathy and acceptance and is often helpful for relationship issues, grief, self-esteem concerns, and the everyday struggle to feel understood.

He also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help people identify unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and to develop practical strategies for managing symptoms such as anxiety, depression, and stress. CBT focuses on changing patterns that get in the way of daily functioning and emotional well-being.

Mindfulness Therapy is integrated to encourage present-moment awareness and skills that reduce rumination and reactivity, supporting clients who are coping with worry, chronic stress, or life transitions. Determining the right approach is part of the work itself - he will work collaboratively with each person to identify the methods that best match their needs, goals, and preferences.

Online therapy with Richard is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and life circumstances. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care and fit therapy into a busy or changing life.