Richard Yates, LPC

Richard Yates is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who offers steady support when life becomes overwhelming. He believes many people reach moments where circumstances feel unmanageable and that having someone present through those times can help them move forward. Richard makes himself available to listen during difficult periods and to help clients discover practical strategies and solutions to get through them.

His professional work has focused on clients facing very challenging situations, and he brings that experience to bear when helping others pursue a more balanced life. Richard primarily practices using Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), approaches he finds to be comprehensive and efficient for many concerns. The training and education he has completed enable him to address a wide range of issues people commonly face and to tailor interventions that fit each client’s needs.

CBT and DBT Online for Practical Skill Building

Richard uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients identify and change patterns of thinking and behavior that contribute to anxiety, depression, stress, and related difficulties. CBT focuses on concrete skills and homework-style practice to produce measurable shifts in mood and functioning.

He also works within Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), which emphasizes skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. DBT is useful for people struggling with intense emotions, impulsivity, or challenges in relationships and helps build tools to manage crises and improve long-term coping.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the collaborative process. Richard will work with each client to assess needs, goals, and personal preferences, and then recommend or combine approaches that best fit the situation. This collaborative planning helps shape sessions and the pace of work.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, maintain continuity when in-person visits are difficult, and access support from different locations while working with licensed professionals and therapists who adapt methods to an online format.