Richard Gantt greets people with a direct, straightforward style.
01About Richard
Richard Gantt greets people with a direct, straightforward style. He helps adults who are overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, depression, mood swings, grief, substance concerns, relationship troubles, and life transitions. He brings 24 years of experience and a calm, practical presence to sessions.
Richard is a LPCC - Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, and he draws on several different approaches to meet each person's needs. Conversations tend to be focused on what is happening now and what steps someone can take next.
Background and approach
He also examines how past experiences shape current patterns when that helps people make changes. In sessions he often uses client-centered methods to create a respectful, decision-focused space. Cognitive behavioral tools are used to spot and change unhelpful thinking and behavior.
Dialectical methods are added when emotion regulation and coping skills are needed. Richard has particular experience with bipolar and other mood issues, grief and mourning, addiction and co-occurring conditions, trauma and anger. He also helps with intimacy-related concerns, self-esteem, communication problems, and adjusting to aging or caregiving roles.
People can expect practical suggestions, guided skill practice, and time to talk through difficult feelings. The aim is to help people make clearer choices and feel steadier day to day.
02Credentials
- LPCC (Kentucky)
- License 104898 · expires December 2026
- NPI
- 1417174285 · national provider identifier
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03Focus areas and approaches
Everything Richard lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Grief
- Self esteem
- Bipolar disorder
- Depression
- Addictions
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Intimacy-related issues
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Coping with life changes
- Abandonment
- Aging and geriatric issues
- Antisocial personality
- Attachment issues
- Avoidant personality
- Blended family issues
- Body image
- Cancer
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Co-morbidity
- Codependency
- Commitment issues
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Dependent personality
- Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
- Dissociation
- Divorce and separation
- Domestic violence
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Emptiness
- Family of origin issues
- Family problems
- Fatherhood issues
- First responder issues
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Impulsivity
- Infidelity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Jealousy
- Life purpose
- Midlife crisis
- Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
- Mood disorders
- Narcissism
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Paranoia
- Personality disorders
- Phobias
- Postpartum depression
- Post-traumatic stress
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Self-harm
- Self-love
- Sex addiction
- Sexual assault and abuse
- Sexual dysfunction
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Somatization
- Traumatic brain injury
- Trichotillomania
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
Methods Richard names
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Existential Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
These are the methods Richard names on their own professional profile. Naming an approach is not evidence of training or certification in it, and this directory checks no training records. Ask directly if it matters to you.
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04Online support
Approaches in online counseling and how they help
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and respect so the person guides the pace and goals; it helps people feel understood and take ownership of changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts influence feelings and actions and uses practical exercises to shift thinking and behavior for issues like anxiety, depression, and problematic habits. Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, teaches concrete skills for managing intense emotions, improving relationships, and reducing impulsive behavior.Finding the right approach is a team effort. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, past attempts, and daily routines and then suggest which methods to try first. Plans are adjusted as needed so the work fits the person's life and what they want to get from therapy.
Online therapy offers several ways to connect: video calls for fuller face-to-face conversation, phone sessions when bandwidth is limited, live chat for shorter check-ins, and text-based messaging for ongoing support between sessions. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, caregiving, travel, or health needs while still working on mood, coping skills, relationships, and behavior change.
05Questions people ask
What kinds of concerns does he address?
He helps adults with stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar mood issues, grief, addiction, trauma, relationship and intimacy concerns, anger, and coping with life changes.
What is his therapy style like?
He uses a practical, conversational style that mixes client-centered listening with cognitive and behavioral tools and emotion-regulation skills.
What background and years of experience does he have?
He brings 24 years of experience as a mental health counselor and has worked with mood disorders, substance and dual diagnosis, grief, trauma, and anger issues.
Where is he licensed and practicing?
He is listed as a LPCC and practices in Kentucky as the state credential indicates.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing the short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling according to the therapist's availability.
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