Richard listens and tries to find an effective means to communicate and understand me well. Our conversations have evolved over time I’ve realized, as he begins to work with my personality and my life experience.
Richard Cabada, 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.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Richard. View 1 review
- Speaks English and Spanish
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California
Recent reviews
More about Richard
- 14 years' experience
- Male
- LCSW
Welcome!
Thank you for taking the time to share your current life with me.
My name is Richard Cabada. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 14 years experience working with acute to chronically mentally ill populations from all DSM facets. I have worked with children, couples and families from many backgrounds. I received my B.A. from Colorado College in 2005 and M.S.W. from Smith College School for Social Work in 2008 having been promptly licensed and working in California ever since.
In case you have not done psychotherapy before, psychotherapy is a different kind of talking. The word “psychotherapy” can be broken down into two smaller words “psycho” deriving from the Greek word “psyche” which means soul and “therapy” meaning to sooth or treat. In other words, psychotherapy is the practice of soothing or treating the soul.
Unlike speaking with someone casually, my job is to help you become aware of your stress and psychological/emotional needs soothing whatever ails you. I will be continuously actively listening to you as we speak. I will analyze what you say helping you develop relevant insight where possible. Lastly, I will also give you pertinent feedback as we progress throughout our therapy sessions.
My job is to be attentive to how you feel as we resolve your concerns making sure that I give you feedback in the most effective way possible. I will do my best to help you relate your thoughts with your emotions so that your therapy discoveries are reinforced in the strongest manner possible.
I am not going to lie. This work will take effort on both our parts. Most days we will get far in therapy covering many concerns and developing great skills to overcome them. Some days may be harder. Perhaps because the issues we cover are more difficult or a bad day may interfere with the current progress of therapy.
Throughout our therapy journey, keep in mind the old adage “most worthwhile things in life take effort.” I promise I’ll put in my part in. And with your commitment, you will get the best skills to help you feel better and go out to get what you want in this world.
Thank you,
Richard Cabada, LCSW
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Trauma and abuse
Self esteem
Depression
Compassion fatigue
Addictions
LGBT
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Parenting issues
Anger management
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Coping with life changes
Coaching
ADHD
Licenses
Richard Cabada's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1154655298.
- LCSW · California · 28359 · Expires February 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.
Reviews for Richard Cabada
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Richard listens and tries to find an effective means to communicate and understand me well. Our conversations have evolved over time I’ve realized, as he begins to work with my personality and my life experience.
Frequently asked questions
Does Richard Cabada offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Richard Cabada 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 Cabada speak?
Richard Cabada speaks English and Spanish.
How many years of experience does Richard Cabada have?
Richard Cabada has 14 years of experience.
Where is Richard Cabada licensed to practice?
Richard Cabada is licensed to practice in California.
Does Richard Cabada accept clients outside of the United States?
Yes, Richard Cabada accepts 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."
How can I communicate with Richard Cabada?
Richard Cabada 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 Cabada?
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.
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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.