Richard Smith, LPC

Richard Smith is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Michigan with 4 years of clinical experience. He works with people who are managing stress and anxiety, navigating relationship challenges, recovering from trauma and abuse, and coping with major life changes. His practice also addresses compassion fatigue and a wide range of related concerns including attachment issues, communication problems, divorce and separation, family of origin dynamics, fatherhood issues, forgiveness, guilt and shame, infidelity, life purpose, men's midlife concerns, post-traumatic stress, and process and sex addictions.

Richard aims to create an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be shared and explored. He focuses on helping clients build practical coping skills while also attending to the emotional and relational patterns that contribute to ongoing difficulty. Beginning therapy can take courage, and he acknowledges that first step while supporting each person through a collaborative process focused on realistic goals and gradual progress.

Through a combination of empathy and structured techniques, Richard helps clients find clearer direction, improve communication, and develop healthier ways of relating to themselves and others. His work prioritizes respect, collaboration, and strategies that fit each person’s life and needs.

Approaches for Online Therapeutic Work

Richard Smith commonly integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Attachment-Based Therapy into his online practice. ACT helps people clarify their values and develop practical ways to act in line with what matters most, which can be useful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on relational patterns formed in early life and how they influence current relationships, making it a strong fit for attachment issues, communication problems, and relationship pain. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) is also used to help partners and individuals understand and reshape emotional responses that drive conflict and distance.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Richard collaborates with clients to determine which methods best align with their goals, preferences, and life circumstances, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds. This collaborative stance helps ensure therapy feels relevant and workable for each person.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call or phone, and shorter exchanges are available via live chat or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life changes, and access licensed professionals from different locations.