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Richard Gilbert, LCSW

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.

Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in California

More about Richard

  • 7 years' experience
  • Male
  • LCSW

I am licensed in California with 7 years of professional work experience as an outpatient therapist. I have experience helping clients in coping with grief and loss, parenting issues, anger management, & depression, and in integrating all aspects of human development. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Specialties

Grief Parenting issues Anger management Depression Stress Anxiety Addictions Family conflicts Self esteem Coping with life changes ADHD Hospice and end-of-life counseling Isolation / loneliness Life purpose Self-love

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Existential Therapy

Licenses

Richard Gilbert's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1356877872.

  • LCSW · California · 75591 · Expires May 2026

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.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Richard Gilbert offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Richard Gilbert 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 Richard Gilbert speak?

Richard Gilbert speaks English.

How many years of experience does Richard Gilbert have?

Richard Gilbert has 7 years of experience.

Where is Richard Gilbert licensed to practice?

Richard Gilbert is licensed to practice in California.

Does Richard Gilbert accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Richard Gilbert 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 Richard Gilbert offer?

Richard Gilbert offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Existential Therapy.

How can I communicate with Richard Gilbert?

Richard Gilbert 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 Richard Gilbert?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: 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.

Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.

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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.