Richard listened to what I have to say and provides feedback
Richard Wheat, LPC
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 10 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Texas and Missouri
Recent reviews
Very friendly and informative. Caring, and shows a genuine concern for me.
More about Richard
- 9 years' experience
- Male
- LPC
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and am licensed in both the state of Missouri and Texas. I have been practicing counseling since 2011 starting with my internship experience in Grad school. I have experience working with people struggling with substance use disorders. I also have experience in addressing emotional disturbances such as anxiety and depression. I have also been working with couples helping with difficulties that they have in their marriages.
My approach to counseling uses many techniques from cognitive behavior therapy to address the thoughts and behaviors that we have that are causing and or contributing to the problems that we face. I also as the need arises use techniques from other theoretical orientations of counseling as they are appropriate and helpful to you the client.
I am here to help you meet your goals and needs. I understand at times making the needed changes in your life can be difficult; I aim to help you make those changes a little easier.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Addictions
Relationship issues
Depression
Coping with life changes
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Anger management
Self esteem
Bipolar disorder
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
Codependency
Communication problems
Drug and alcohol addiction
Family problems
Forgiveness
Impulsivity
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Money and financial issues
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Phobias
Post-traumatic stress
Treatment Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Richard Wheat's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1386291425.
- LPC · Texas · 74898 · Expires May 2025
- LPC · Missouri · 2020011371 · Expires June 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 Richard Wheat
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Richard listened to what I have to say and provides feedback
Very friendly and informative. Caring, and shows a genuine concern for me.
Richard has given me a third party perspective that I find helpful. When you are too close to a situation and you need an outsiders view he is a great resource. I feel comfortable with him getting to the root of my problems.
Richard makes sure to understand your goals to make a plan fit for you. He is really good at touching base and making sure you are going the direction you are looking for.
Richard is extremely easy to talk to and helps me consider both sides of every situations. He builds me up when I’m hard on myself, but is also constructively critical of me when I’m looking for advice and need to know if the problem resides within or outside of me.
He was a great match and I enjoy our conversations. He has helped tremendously how to process different problems. I would recommend him to anyone.
Excellent. Very good.
Great. very caring. provides good insight.
I feel strongly that this has been a good match for me
Great therapist. Enjoy our conversations very much.
Frequently asked questions
Does Richard Wheat offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Richard Wheat 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 Wheat speak?
Richard Wheat speaks English.
How many years of experience does Richard Wheat have?
Richard Wheat has 9 years of experience.
Where is Richard Wheat licensed to practice?
Richard Wheat is licensed to practice in Texas and Missouri.
Does Richard Wheat accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Richard Wheat 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 Wheat offer?
Richard Wheat offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Richard Wheat?
Richard Wheat 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 Wheat?
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.