Dr. LeGassick has a very soft approach and I feel hears, seen, and understood by him. After each session he always gives me some kind of tools, or homework, or some solution to everhthing we talked about. I would recommend him for sure!
Dr. Richard LeGassick, Ph.D., Psychologist
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Richard is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Richard. View 33 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California
Recent reviews
To be honest, I really am not a fan of Psychologists in general. I found most to be pretentious or bent on pushing their own ideals and beliefs on their patients. I've had many "one and done" appointments with other providers. Dr. LeGassick couldn't be any different. He listens to your issues, REALLY thinks them over, then offers insights as to how to look at a situation. He doesn't push his own agenda but provides you thoughtful analysis to allow you to come to your own conclusions about your individual situation. His experience obviously serves him incredibly well.
More about Richard
- 35 years' experience
- Male
- Psychologist
Hello. I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with a broad range of experience of over 35 years. I have found that when people reach a personal life impasse, they often benefit from developing increased self-understanding and an outside impartial opinion.
My primary interest is in providing Humanistic and Problem
Solving counseling; helping resolve the difficulties of Life Transitions: Family Separations (Divorce, Child Custody/ Reunification); Career changes; Marital and pre-marital; and Blended families. My clients learn to understand and resolve Depression and Anxiety and Grieve the Loss of loved ones. I am a consultant in areas of Couple Communication, and Parenting; with First Responders; USA Military Service Members and their families.
My approach is Humanistic/Cognitive/ Interpersonal; Learning to cope with Traumatic Life Changes. Throughout my career, I have worked in community Mental Health centers, and on crisis teams. I provide the most useful guidance through guiding the development of Self-Awareness, Self-Acceptance, and Independence; Finding One's Strengths and Coping Skills, while improving Communication. I value the impact of Positive Psychology as well as Mindfulness Meditation; Expressing Gratefulness.
[Note: I currently schedule 9:00-6:00 PST
weekday appointments]
Specialties
Relationship issues
Grief
Parenting issues
Depression
Coping with life changes
Stress
Anxiety
Family conflicts
Intimacy-related issues
Self esteem
Compassion fatigue
Abandonment
Adoption and foster care
Aging and geriatric issues
Antisocial personality
Attachment issues
Avoidant personality
Blended family issues
Cancer
Caregiver issues and stress
Chronic pain, illness, and disability
Co-morbidity
Codependency
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
Dependent personality
Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
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
Hoarding
Hospice and end-of-life counseling
Immigration issues
Impulsivity
Infidelity
Intellectual disability
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Men's issues
Midlife crisis
Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
Mood disorders
Multicultural concerns
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Paranoia
Personality disorders
Phobias
Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
Postpartum depression
Post-traumatic stress
Pregnancy and childbirth
Prejudice and discrimination
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-love
Sex addiction
Sexuality
Social anxiety and phobia
Somatization
Workplace issues
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Internal Family Systems
Licenses
Dr. Richard LeGassick, Ph.D.'s National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1164576153.
- Psychologist · California · 8262 · Expires August 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 allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Dr. Richard LeGassick, Ph.D.
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Dr. LeGassick has a very soft approach and I feel hears, seen, and understood by him. After each session he always gives me some kind of tools, or homework, or some solution to everhthing we talked about. I would recommend him for sure!
To be honest, I really am not a fan of Psychologists in general. I found most to be pretentious or bent on pushing their own ideals and beliefs on their patients. I've had many "one and done" appointments with other providers. Dr. LeGassick couldn't be any different. He listens to your issues, REALLY thinks them over, then offers insights as to how to look at a situation. He doesn't push his own agenda but provides you thoughtful analysis to allow you to come to your own conclusions about your individual situation. His experience obviously serves him incredibly well.
Dr. LeGassick Is great. He lets me talk and he listens intently. When I’m done he tells me what he heard and we address any opportunities or talk about how to approach situations. He has helped me find myself and my voice!
Dr. LeGassick has helped me with everything and anything. His patience has always helped me figure out my own thoughts and my path towards recovery and self confidence
Made me feel comfortable
I don’t know what to say about this incredible man. He has saved my life and most importantly his compassion and understanding know no bounds. I am forever grateful and will continue with him as long as possible. He is a gift.
In the short amount of time I have spoken to Richard, he has helped me changes the way I see the world and myself. He allows me to be me and accepts what I disclose to him without judgement. He offers great insight and I am blessed to have him as my therapist.
Richard is great. I really appreciate his help. I would recommend anyone to solicit his services.
Dr. LeGassick is a wonderful therapist. He is warm and kind and he is willing to listen and provide support on every topic we discuss during session. I always feel better able to take on situations after sessions with him.
Dr. LeGassick has been extremely helpful and very responsive. He is clearly a man of compassion and understanding. He has helped me build up my self-confidence in just a few sessions.
Dr. LeGassick has helped me tremendously. I’ve gone through many therapists and he is the best in the field. His amount of knowledge and understanding is unmatched. I’m incredibly grateful I was matched with him.
He is patient, knowledgeable, and kind. He respond quickly to my needs and has helped me realize some things in only a few sessions. I have tried counseling before but this time I feel comfortable with Dr. LeGassick and it has helped a lot. Thank you
Dr LeGadsick was very helpful. He listened and offered needed advice. He started sessions on time and reply promptly when I messaged him. Thank you.
Dr. LeGassick is the BEST therapist you could ask for. He attentively listens and gives you the best advice. I’ve been seeing him for months now and he has made a huge impact on my life. Finding him and consistently seeing him is one of the best decisions I made this year. 10/10.
Dr. LeGassick is a wonderful therapist. His advice is genuinely helpful and very applicable. He shares techniques that work if you put in the work too. In every session I feel heard, seen, and understood. His calm nature creates a safe space that never feels invasive, judgmental or pushy. He's also great with follow-up and messaging. Best therapist I've tried and there's been a lot!
Dr. LeGassick is an amazing psychologist. His expertise is unparalleled and his approach to our sessions has always impressed me. He has demonstrated compassion and kindness and has guided me through very hard conversations with professionalism and care. He cares deeply about his patients’ wellbeing and has reached out to me multiple times after sessions via messages to check in when he knows i’m going through a hard phase. I feel very confident in his ability to guide me and allow me to express thoughts and feelings and always has a way to both understand and acknowledge what i am saying but also and even more importantly help adjust my perspective on things. He has helped me to be kinder to myself and see things clearly when i could not and has been a safe space for me to be me. I couldn’t not recommend him highly enough and i’m sure all his patients will say the same.
Dr. LeGassick is a confident, considerate and compassionate therapist and I am very grateful to him!
I feel like he listens well and is giving me information as I need it and replies to my messages quickly
Dr. LeGassick, made me feel comfortable and listened to what I was saying. I’m glad to have Dr. LeGassick as my doctor.
Dr. LeGassick is awesome! He is a great listener and gives great feedback.
Dr. LeGassick has been extremely helpful regarding my situation and I will continue to see him in the future.
Dr. LeGassick is an outstanding therapist who has significantly impacted my mental health and overall well-being. I highly recommend his services to anyone seeking professional support on their journey toward self-improvement and personal growth.
Strong listener and validates needs, gives sound advice even if its hard to hear, but gives clear reasoning as to why.
Dr. LeGassick is very helpful in understanding my issue and identify the trigger that causes my recent problem.
Dr. LeGassick has been extremely helpful and attentive through our sessions even though we’ve had just a few!
Amazing! You won't be disappointed.
I have so much appreciation for my time with Richard. Our candid, straightforward dialogue was just what I need to hear. I would highly recommend Dr. LeGassick you’ll be in good hands! Thank You Dr. LeGassick!
He is great
Dr. LeGassick is fantastic! I always feel so much better after our session.
Richard is very attentive and thoughtful in his work. Always leave feeling motivated and with a better outlook
Absolutely fantastic. Feeling much stronger now. Should I ever feel the need for further help I would specifically ask for Dr. LeGassick again.
So far, very good. Hard to give fair evaluation after 2 apts
Dr. LeGassick is an experienced therapist having various helpful ideas to improve life!
Frequently asked questions
Does Dr. Richard LeGassick, Ph.D. offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Dr. Richard LeGassick, Ph.D. 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 Dr. Richard LeGassick, Ph.D. speak?
Dr. Richard LeGassick, Ph.D. speaks English.
How many years of experience does Dr. Richard LeGassick, Ph.D. have?
Dr. Richard LeGassick, Ph.D. has 35 years of experience.
Where is Dr. Richard LeGassick, Ph.D. licensed to practice?
Dr. Richard LeGassick, Ph.D. is licensed to practice in California.
Does Dr. Richard LeGassick, Ph.D. accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Dr. Richard LeGassick, Ph.D. 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 Dr. Richard LeGassick, Ph.D. offer?
Dr. Richard LeGassick, Ph.D. offers clients Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Internal Family Systems.
How can I communicate with Dr. Richard LeGassick, Ph.D.?
Dr. Richard LeGassick, Ph.D. 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.
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