- Family of origin issues
- CBT and client-centered
- Stress and grief
About Jack
Jack Richey is an LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Illinois with 20 years of practice. He works with adults facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family concerns, and issues connected to childhood and family of origin patterns.
He talks with people about how old family roles and expectations keep showing up now. Sessions address self-esteem, parenting strain, communication problems, and feelings of isolation. Jack also supports people coping with grief, life changes, career questions, and intimacy-related concerns.
His approach is straightforward and conversational. He uses Client-Centered Therapy to follow what matters most to each person. He applies Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify unhelpful thoughts and try different behaviors. He also draws on Solution-Focused Therapy for practical steps and short-term goals.
In sessions Jack often helps people map patterns that began in childhood and link them to current difficulties. He helps clients practice clearer communication, set boundaries, and test new responses to old family roles. Work may include skill building for anger or impulsivity, planning for career moves, or coping strategies for mood swings.
Jack welcomes questions about goals and process before the first meeting. He works in English and maintains a practice based in Illinois. Prospective clients are asked to review session options and scheduling details before booking.
How his approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on following what matters most to the person. Online sessions allow the therapist to listen, reflect, and shape conversations around each client's priorities. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) teaches ways to notice thoughts and test new behaviors; this can include setting small homework tasks and checking progress between sessions. Solution-Focused Therapy zeroes in on practical next steps and short-term goals, which can be useful when someone wants targeted change.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with the client about goals and preferences, then try methods that fit those aims. Sessions can evolve over time as needs change, and he checks in regularly to see what is or isn't working.
Session format details should be confirmed before booking since formats were not specified in the biography. Online work can make it easier to fit meetings into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow for brief check-ins when progress monitoring is helpful. If you prefer to know which specific formats are available, confirm the options during the matching and scheduling steps.
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Experience
20+ years
Listed in
Illinois
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family concerns, parenting strain, grief, and issues tied to family of origin patterns.
What is his general approach in sessions?
Sessions are conversational and practical. He uses client-centered listening alongside CBT and solution-focused techniques to set small, manageable goals.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He brings 20 years of experience as a clinician to his practice in Illinois.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is an LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker licensed in Illinois and conducts his practice from that state.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he accept international clients?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are session costs handled?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session through the platform.
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