Ray is great to talk to! He's a great listener and makes insightful observations.
Raymond (Ray) Castiglia, LMHC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Raymond is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Raymond. View 28 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Florida
Recent reviews
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More about Raymond
- 20 years' experience
- Male
- LMHC
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of Florida with several years of experience. I have provided counseling in both community and crisis stabilization settings. I also have worked for an employee assistance program. I utilize several types of treatment modalities such Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Interventions, Wellness Recovery Action Plan, and Motivational Interviewing Interventions. My style is very easy going. Reaching out for counseling can be scary, different, and uncomfortable for a lot of individuals. My goal is to make your experience as comfortable as possible. I also want my clients to feel they are being heard and that their needs are being met. As a counselor I assist and encourage client's to identify their strengths and find the solutions within themselves.
"Life is a journey filled with lessons and opportunities".
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Addictions
Grief
Anger management
Depression
Relationship issues
Trauma and abuse
Intimacy-related issues
Sleeping disorders
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Coping with life changes
Coaching
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Raymond (Ray) Castiglia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1639448988.
- LMHC · Florida · MH17767 · Expires March 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.
Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.
Reviews for Raymond (Ray) Castiglia
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Ray is great to talk to! He's a great listener and makes insightful observations.
Thanks Ray for your attention.
Ray is awesome!
Ray is helpful and supportive
Very good listener. Able to help process my problems.
Best therapist ever. Not kidding. He was able to figure things out with me on how I was feeling first session. He is a great listener. 10/10
Ray is a great listener and allows my sessions to flow unencumbered. He is thoughtful and insightful. I highly recommend him.
I adore this guy he let's me dictaxt the flow of conversations and let's me take the time to find the right words to get my feelings and thoughts out and he is so sympathetic to things I've been through which made me feel like I was crazy from others
Ray is one of the best therapist I’ve had in my life. He is really good at listening and he has a beautiful way of calming me when I’m feeling overwhelmed. He is respectful, a wonderful listener and good at showing empathy and helping me navigate difficult moments. I’m beyond grateful to have him and I hope to keep him around
Such a nice person and listens well.
Ray has been very helpful to me during a stressful time of change in life, helps to look at things more rationally and to prompt me to finish my plans.
Ray has been attentive and understanding about my issues and what I’m trying to focus on. He gives me real world solutions and goals that are attainable. He’s been an excellent help to me.
He is very helpful and reaches out a lot, I’d highly recommend him.
Ray, Is an absolute wonderful therapist. He helps me calm down when I’m overwhelmed and helps me see the better picture of things.
Ray is one of the best listeners I’ve ever had the pleasure of knowing. When we do talk, he’s very attentive and super positive. I really appreciate his time with me.
Ray is amazing! He always answers in a timely manner and knows how to ease my anxieties and worries. I highly recommend him 100% because he will listen and understand!
Ray is very relaxing and always helps me calm down and remind me to think of the positives. He has been helping go through all these hard patches
Very professional and responds in a very timely manner. Checks in and the sessions are really helpful! Listens and gives great feedback as well.
Ray is awesome. His support and advice really helps. Ray often checks in with me to see how I am doing.
Ray is very supportive and I enjoy working with him.
Ray is a great listener and uses active listening techniques as well. He responds within a reasonable time frame and reaches out if I haven't been in touch for a few days. He remembers important details about past conversations we've had. He has helped me when I didn't have anyone else I could talk to or trust.
I am glad I reached out to BetterHelp. My last experience with an in-person counselor was disappointing to say the least. So, I hesitated to get help. But after talking with Ray, I immediately felt calmer and felt safe in his care. He genuinely cares about his patients and is patient and supportive. Thank you BetterHelp and much thanks to Ray.
First time trying out e-therapy. Glad it was with Ray. I really appreciated how non-bias Ray was as a counselor. He really me to open up my eyes and see the positive side of my experiences. I’m grateful for his feedback and him being laid back.
Ray is very kind and gentle. He listens well and is supportive when I’m not feeling like myself.
He is great
Highly recommend Ray. He’s I was reluctant at first but he’s a great friend and person to talk to. Listened to all problems and helped me to overcome them as over bearing as they seemed. If you’re unsure about things he’s the person to talk to. Great guy! Won’t regret it.
He seems to be very experienced in life and in various fields regarding therapy. I like his approach to problems and it's helped me.
Ray has been extremely helpful in helping me deal with what I am going through, it’s very easy to talk to him and I feel like he listens and understands all of my concerns. He goes the extra mile to dig deeper into the issue and I am very grateful to have him helping me through this difficult time. I would recommend Ray to anyone and everyone!
Frequently asked questions
Does Raymond (Ray) Castiglia offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Raymond (Ray) Castiglia works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Raymond (Ray) Castiglia speak?
Raymond (Ray) Castiglia speaks English.
How many years of experience does Raymond (Ray) Castiglia have?
Raymond (Ray) Castiglia has 20 years of experience.
Where is Raymond (Ray) Castiglia licensed to practice?
Raymond (Ray) Castiglia is licensed to practice in Florida.
Does Raymond (Ray) Castiglia accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Raymond (Ray) Castiglia does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Raymond (Ray) Castiglia offer?
Raymond (Ray) Castiglia offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Raymond (Ray) Castiglia?
Raymond (Ray) Castiglia can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Raymond (Ray) Castiglia?
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.