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Chelsea Richardson, LCSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Chelsea 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 Chelsea. View 27 reviews
Great news, Chelsea is accepting new clients!
She is normally fully-booked.
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Colorado

Recent reviews

Chelsea Richardson is an excellent therapist. She's helped me see what's important to me, asks good questions, get stronger in my family and friend relationships, and reinforce / formulate ideas and plans to full fill me, something I had not thought about before. I highly recommend Chelsea Richardson to anyone who needs better help.

Reviewed May 2023

She has done a great job so far at trying to create a space where I can feel comfortable with her, myself, and my problems.

Reviewed April 2023

More about Chelsea

  • 9 years' experience
  • Female
  • LCSW

Congratulations on taking a HUGE step in seeking out support! This can be one of the most challenging things to do in life when you are struggling, and I want to recognize this!

You deserve a compassionate therapist. Someone who will make you feel safe, secure, and connected while guiding you through the healing process. My goal is to support and promote lifelong change that will allow you to form healthy relationships and foster an overall sense of wellbeing. I will guide and help you to reclaim your happiness and joy. I work with people experiencing a variety of issues, from anxiety, depression, self worth/image, and trauma to relationship struggles, and family stressors.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Addictions Relationship issues Depression LGBT Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Grief Anger management Self esteem Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Coping with life changes Compassion fatigue Codependency Commitment issues Communication problems Drug and alcohol addiction Family problems Self-love

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Solution-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Chelsea Richardson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1689075996.

  • LCSW · Colorado · CSW.09924429 · Expires August 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 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 Chelsea Richardson

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

5.0

27 reviews

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Chelsea Richardson is an excellent therapist. She's helped me see what's important to me, asks good questions, get stronger in my family and friend relationships, and reinforce / formulate ideas and plans to full fill me, something I had not thought about before. I highly recommend Chelsea Richardson to anyone who needs better help.

Reviewed May 2023

She has done a great job so far at trying to create a space where I can feel comfortable with her, myself, and my problems.

Reviewed April 2023

Chelsea has been great!

Reviewed April 2023

I used to be sad every day, now I'm not. I used to be alone not doing much for enjoyment. Now I participate in activities I enjoy and am making acquaintances and friends. I used to be troubled about my marriage. Now I'm pursuing enjoyment and activities for myself despite the circumstances of my marriage, setting boundaries with my husband and accepting my marriage at this stage of my life. I have been a caretaker of two children with disabilities and bogged down for years. My children are grown and I'm finding activities I enjoy and people I enjoy being with. I have an adult daughter, our relationship has been troubled and she's been very troubled. I'm learning ways to help myself concerning her and giving her the responsibility for herself. I've found better ways to look at and be happier now about my own troubled childhhood many years ago. I'm happier since I started better help, feel stronger, can recognize what works for me, and am pursuing and initiating good things for myself.

Reviewed November 2022

Chelsea asks great questions and makes me think about certain topics with my mental health. I also feel very comfortable talking about anything with Chelsea without fear of judgement.

Reviewed September 2022

Chelsea has been very helpful and gave me resources to assist with my issues.

Reviewed May 2022

Chelsea Richardson is an excellent therapist. She has helped me gain clarity on my problems , ways to carry on and solve them . I have many problems and she's helped me with all of them. She has a great way of interpreting what I'm saying and offer help. There's been a couple of times I thought she wouldn't support me based on past experience but she did and it was surprising and refreshing . I highly recommend Chelsea Richardson for relationship problems, life changes, and making friends.

Reviewed March 2022

I've only been working with Chelsea for a short time so I don't think I'm ready for a review yet. So far I think she is wonderful.

Reviewed December 2021

Chelsea Richardson has provided exceptional information and responses through her platform. This has made counseling/therapy very accessible. I appreciate her timely responses and addressing any questions, issues or concerns.

Reviewed December 2021

She has been very helpful to, giving me solid advice, resources, recommendation, encouragement and positive affirmation. I really appreciate how she has helped me and guided me through this period of my healing, growth, and development.

Reviewed December 2021

Chelsea Richardson is an excellent therapist. She answers my questions , giving me direction and ways to get better. I really appreciate this approach because therapists usually say " trust your gut, or what do you think?". Chelsea is supportive and to the point. She will often interject a point I had not thought about. I like the texting also. Writing gets to the heart of the matter and I look back over the texts for answers and insights. I highly recommend Chelsea Richardson.

Reviewed November 2021

I worked with Chelsea for about two months. She helped pull me out of my rut and gave me the tools I needed to take care of myself. I can say with confidence that I am happier now because of it.

Reviewed November 2021

Chelsea is great to work with, very helpful!

Reviewed September 2021

Chelsea is very insightful and caring. She has been very helpful and understanding!

Reviewed September 2021

I haven’t always gotten great better help counselors but after a bad relationship I finally feel like Chelsea is making headway. She’s not jumping to conclusions. She actually gets how I feel. And it’s helping me understand why I became the way I dod

Reviewed August 2021

Chelsea is a kind and empathetic counselor. I have appreciated how the text option allows me to communicate when I have time. Her responses are thoughtful and timely, fitting easily into my busy life.

Reviewed August 2021

I feel listened to. Chelsea reponds in a positive, unbeat manner and I feel heard.

Reviewed July 2021

This has been a great connection and I’m looking forward to more work.

Reviewed May 2021

This is my first time receiving therapy through written correspondence and it is the best decision I have ever made. I am surprised I never considered it, since writing is my strongest suit. Chelsea is wonderful in her rapport, validating my experiences & never forgetting about her clients. I look forward to

Reviewed May 2021

I've had a lovely experience with Chelsea, and I'm grateful for her. I'm being gently guided and nurtured and I've already highly recommended betterhelp for a couple of friends and family members. Chelsea's given me more tools to use on the daily, and I am stronger than I was before taking the leap. Thank you so much!

Reviewed May 2021

Spoken with several different therapists via better help and she has been. Far the most helpful! Thanks Chelsea!

Reviewed April 2021

Chelsea is a great listener & offers thoughtful responses. With her help, I've been able to look at my addiction objectively, explore new ways to cope, & she has helped me to identify new methods for disrupting my personal cycle of substance abuse. Chelsea has been integral to getting my life back on track.

Reviewed April 2021

Chelsea is great! Finally a format for someone like me that writes feeling better than speaking them.

Reviewed November 2020

Thank you Chelsea for the check ins

Reviewed September 2020

I believe Chelsea Cefalu listens to me and does her best to understand the situation. I love that she offers an online messaging session as it fits in my day and has the most privacy for me. She's patient and kind and really not only listens but encourages me to write as much as I want and as often as I like.

Reviewed September 2020

She was very understanding and was quick to communicate.

Reviewed September 2020

Chelsea was able to listen to me and what I was going through, and referred me to an intake appointment at a facility that has helped me so much. I know it is going to take a lot of work to get to where I want to be to get out of the mental state I have been in for so long. Without Chelsea, I would have never heard of the facility that has been so helpful. I am finally able to see a little bit of light at the end of the tunnel and just gotta keep working to dig myself out of the dark hole I found myself in. She also responds to me so quickly and it means so much to know that she cares and is there for me when and if I need her. She even checks in with me if I haven't responded in some time. I honestly wish I could meet her in person so I could give her a hug for her help! I highly recommend her as a counselor! Thanks Chelsea!

Reviewed August 2019

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Frequently asked questions

Does Chelsea Richardson offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Chelsea Richardson 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 Chelsea Richardson speak?

Chelsea Richardson speaks English.

How many years of experience does Chelsea Richardson have?

Chelsea Richardson has 9 years of experience.

Where is Chelsea Richardson licensed to practice?

Chelsea Richardson is licensed to practice in Colorado.

Does Chelsea Richardson accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Chelsea Richardson 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 Chelsea Richardson offer?

Chelsea Richardson offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Solution-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Chelsea Richardson?

Chelsea Richardson 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 Chelsea Richardson?

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.