Richard Rodgers, LCSW
Seasoned LCSW focused on practical recovery
Continue with Richard
Opens BetterHelp in a new tab, where you can review online therapy options.
- Ten years experience
- Addiction and trauma
- Collaborative care
About Richard
Richard Rodgers is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with ten years of experience in mental health and addiction care. He began his path after service with the Army National Guard and now focuses on helping people navigate difficult life moments, including midlife transitions.
He brings a practical, down-to-earth style to sessions. He listens first and then works with each person to set realistic goals. Conversations are direct and supportive, aimed at helping people regain steadiness and move forward.
Richard’s work grew from hands-on roles in both inpatient and outpatient settings. He has a Bachelor’s in Community Health and a Master of Social Work (MSW). Over his career he has focused on addiction while also working extensively with depression, anxiety, trauma, and related concerns.
In practice he combines several approaches to match what an individual needs. He uses elements of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Attachment-Based methods, Client-Centered care, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy when appropriate. Treatment plans are tailored to the person rather than a single model.
People seek him out for issues like stress, grief, relationship and intimacy concerns, parenting strain, sleep problems, and coping with life changes. He also works with concerns such as ADHD, bipolar mood issues, and compassion fatigue. His background in the military informs his understanding of substance use and trauma recovery.
Outside of work he values time with family, pets, and live events. That balance helps him stay present and offer steady support during challenging times.
He brings a practical, down-to-earth style to sessions. He listens first and then works with each person to set realistic goals. Conversations are direct and supportive, aimed at helping people regain steadiness and move forward.
Richard’s work grew from hands-on roles in both inpatient and outpatient settings. He has a Bachelor’s in Community Health and a Master of Social Work (MSW). Over his career he has focused on addiction while also working extensively with depression, anxiety, trauma, and related concerns.
In practice he combines several approaches to match what an individual needs. He uses elements of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Attachment-Based methods, Client-Centered care, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy when appropriate. Treatment plans are tailored to the person rather than a single model.
People seek him out for issues like stress, grief, relationship and intimacy concerns, parenting strain, sleep problems, and coping with life changes. He also works with concerns such as ADHD, bipolar mood issues, and compassion fatigue. His background in the military informs his understanding of substance use and trauma recovery.
Outside of work he values time with family, pets, and live events. That balance helps him stay present and offer steady support during challenging times.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional focus areas
AbandonmentAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBody imageChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic approaches
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Existential TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems
Experience
10+ years
Credentials
Illinois, Indiana, Arizona
Languages
English
How specific approaches guide online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, and then choose actions that match their values. ACT can be useful for stress, anxiety, and when facing life changes like a midlife reevaluation.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing them against real-life evidence, then building new behaviors. CBT is often used for anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and many everyday coping challenges.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist collaborates with each person to pick or blend methods that fit their goals and preferences. That decision is revisited as progress is made so treatment stays practical and useful.
Confirm the currently offered session options before booking, as formats are not specified here. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule by removing travel time, allowing shorter check-ins, or offering meetings during a work break. They also let people choose whether to use video or audio depending on what feels most comfortable. These practical benefits help therapy fit into everyday life while focusing on the goals you bring to sessions.
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address?
He helps with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, addiction, trauma and abuse, and midlife-related changes. Other areas include relationship and intimacy issues, parenting, sleep problems, ADHD, bipolar challenges, and compassion fatigue.
What is his therapeutic style like?
The approach is practical and person-focused. He listens, works collaboratively on goals, and adapts methods to fit what each person needs.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has worked in mental health and addiction services for about ten years, with roles in both inpatient and outpatient settings and military-related care.
What credentials and region are associated with this therapist?
He holds the LCSW credential and has practiced in Indiana. His listed licenses include IL LCSW and AZ LCSW.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions paid for and what does cost look like?
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?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling according to therapist availability.