Richard Gilbert, LCSW

Licensed in California · 7 years in practice

Richard Gilbert is a licensed clinical social worker in California with seven years of outpatient therapy experience.

License and registration

LCSW, California: 75591 · expires May 2026
NPI: 1356877872 · national provider identifier
Years in practice: 7
Languages: English

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About Richard

Richard Gilbert is a licensed clinical social worker in California with seven years of outpatient therapy experience. He helps people who are facing grief, loss, depression, anxiety, anger, addiction, and stress. He also supports those dealing with parenting concerns, family conflict, low self-esteem, ADHD, and major life changes.

Richard works in a straightforward and respectful way. He treats each person as the expert on their own life and builds on existing strengths.

Background and approach

Sessions are focused and practical, with room to talk about feelings and try different ways to cope. He uses Client-Centered ideas to make space for what matters most to a person, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to look at thoughts and actions that get in the way.

Existential approaches can help people who are wondering about purpose, meaning, or how to move forward after a big loss. Richard also has experience with hospice and end-of-life conversations and offers support for loneliness and reconnecting to self-worth. He aims to help people find manageable steps toward better day-to-day functioning and emotional relief.

People who choose his care can expect a calm, curious presence and a focus on practical tools. He encourages small changes and realistic goals so progress feels doable. Taking the first step can be hard, and he acknowledges the courage it takes to begin.

Focus areas and approaches

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Approaches Richard names

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Online support

Approaches that guide online sessions

Richard uses Client-Centered Therapy to make space for what matters most to each person, focusing on listening, acceptance, and the client's own goals. This can help people feel heard and supported when they are grieving or confused about a life change.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, is used to identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. It is practical and action-oriented, which can help with anxiety, depression, anger, and some patterns related to addiction or ADHD.

Existential Therapy helps people tackle questions about meaning, purpose, and identity. This approach can be useful for clients facing end-of-life concerns, loneliness, or major shifts in life direction.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with the person about goals, try methods that fit those goals, and adjust the plan as needed. The work is guided by the client's preferences and what feels most helpful in session.

Online therapy offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video lets people use visual cues and have deeper conversations, phone sessions use less bandwidth, live chat can work for shorter check-ins, and text messaging is useful for ongoing brief support. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule and to keep momentum between appointments.

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Questions people ask

What concerns does he help with?

He supports people dealing with grief, parenting issues, anger, depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, family concerns, self-esteem, life changes, and ADHD.

What is his therapeutic style like?

His style is respectful and straightforward. He centers the person's experience and focuses on practical steps and coping skills.

How much experience does he have?

He has seven years of professional outpatient therapy experience working with a range of concerns.

What credentials and location are listed?

He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, licensed in California.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

What session formats are available?

Sessions can be done by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

How does cost and billing work?

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?

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