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Raymond (Ray) Castiglia, LMHC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Raymond is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

4.5 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Raymond. View 28 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Florida

Recent reviews

Ray is great to talk to! He's a great listener and makes insightful observations.

Reviewed June 2023

Thanks Ray for your attention.

Reviewed November 2022

More about Raymond

  • 20 years' experience
  • Male
  • LMHC

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of Florida with several years of experience. I have provided counseling in both community and crisis stabilization settings. I also have worked for an employee assistance program. I utilize several types of treatment modalities such Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Interventions, Wellness Recovery Action Plan, and Motivational Interviewing Interventions. My style is very easy going. Reaching out for counseling can be scary, different, and uncomfortable for a lot of individuals. My goal is to make your experience as comfortable as possible. I also want my clients to feel they are being heard and that their needs are being met. As a counselor I assist and encourage client's to identify their strengths and find the solutions within themselves.

"Life is a journey filled with lessons and opportunities".

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Addictions Grief Anger management Depression Relationship issues Trauma and abuse Intimacy-related issues Sleeping disorders Self esteem Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Coping with life changes Coaching Compassion fatigue ADHD

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Raymond (Ray) Castiglia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1639448988.

  • LMHC · Florida · MH17767 · Expires March 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 Raymond (Ray) Castiglia

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

Overall rating:

4.5

28 reviews

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Ray is great to talk to! He's a great listener and makes insightful observations.

Reviewed June 2023

Thanks Ray for your attention.

Reviewed November 2022

Ray is awesome!

Reviewed June 2022

Ray is helpful and supportive

Reviewed May 2022

Very good listener. Able to help process my problems.

Reviewed April 2022

Best therapist ever. Not kidding. He was able to figure things out with me on how I was feeling first session. He is a great listener. 10/10

Reviewed January 2022

Ray is a great listener and allows my sessions to flow unencumbered. He is thoughtful and insightful. I highly recommend him.

Reviewed November 2021

I adore this guy he let's me dictaxt the flow of conversations and let's me take the time to find the right words to get my feelings and thoughts out and he is so sympathetic to things I've been through which made me feel like I was crazy from others

Reviewed November 2021

Ray is one of the best therapist I’ve had in my life. He is really good at listening and he has a beautiful way of calming me when I’m feeling overwhelmed. He is respectful, a wonderful listener and good at showing empathy and helping me navigate difficult moments. I’m beyond grateful to have him and I hope to keep him around

Reviewed September 2021

Such a nice person and listens well.

Reviewed August 2021

Ray has been very helpful to me during a stressful time of change in life, helps to look at things more rationally and to prompt me to finish my plans.

Reviewed August 2021

Ray has been attentive and understanding about my issues and what I’m trying to focus on. He gives me real world solutions and goals that are attainable. He’s been an excellent help to me.

Reviewed August 2021

He is very helpful and reaches out a lot, I’d highly recommend him.

Reviewed August 2021

Ray, Is an absolute wonderful therapist. He helps me calm down when I’m overwhelmed and helps me see the better picture of things.

Reviewed June 2021

Ray is one of the best listeners I’ve ever had the pleasure of knowing. When we do talk, he’s very attentive and super positive. I really appreciate his time with me.

Reviewed June 2021

Ray is amazing! He always answers in a timely manner and knows how to ease my anxieties and worries. I highly recommend him 100% because he will listen and understand!

Reviewed April 2021

Ray is very relaxing and always helps me calm down and remind me to think of the positives. He has been helping go through all these hard patches

Reviewed March 2021

Very professional and responds in a very timely manner. Checks in and the sessions are really helpful! Listens and gives great feedback as well.

Reviewed March 2021

Ray is awesome. His support and advice really helps. Ray often checks in with me to see how I am doing.

Reviewed February 2021

Ray is very supportive and I enjoy working with him.

Reviewed February 2021

Ray is a great listener and uses active listening techniques as well. He responds within a reasonable time frame and reaches out if I haven't been in touch for a few days. He remembers important details about past conversations we've had. He has helped me when I didn't have anyone else I could talk to or trust.

Reviewed January 2021

I am glad I reached out to BetterHelp. My last experience with an in-person counselor was disappointing to say the least. So, I hesitated to get help. But after talking with Ray, I immediately felt calmer and felt safe in his care. He genuinely cares about his patients and is patient and supportive. Thank you BetterHelp and much thanks to Ray.

Reviewed December 2020

First time trying out e-therapy. Glad it was with Ray. I really appreciated how non-bias Ray was as a counselor. He really me to open up my eyes and see the positive side of my experiences. I’m grateful for his feedback and him being laid back.

Reviewed November 2020

Ray is very kind and gentle. He listens well and is supportive when I’m not feeling like myself.

Reviewed November 2020

He is great

Reviewed November 2020

Highly recommend Ray. He’s I was reluctant at first but he’s a great friend and person to talk to. Listened to all problems and helped me to overcome them as over bearing as they seemed. If you’re unsure about things he’s the person to talk to. Great guy! Won’t regret it.

Reviewed September 2020

He seems to be very experienced in life and in various fields regarding therapy. I like his approach to problems and it's helped me.

Reviewed August 2020

Ray has been extremely helpful in helping me deal with what I am going through, it’s very easy to talk to him and I feel like he listens and understands all of my concerns. He goes the extra mile to dig deeper into the issue and I am very grateful to have him helping me through this difficult time. I would recommend Ray to anyone and everyone!

Reviewed May 2020

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Frequently asked questions

Does Raymond (Ray) Castiglia offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Raymond (Ray) Castiglia 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 Raymond (Ray) Castiglia speak?

Raymond (Ray) Castiglia speaks English.

How many years of experience does Raymond (Ray) Castiglia have?

Raymond (Ray) Castiglia has 20 years of experience.

Where is Raymond (Ray) Castiglia licensed to practice?

Raymond (Ray) Castiglia is licensed to practice in Florida.

Does Raymond (Ray) Castiglia accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Raymond (Ray) Castiglia 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 Raymond (Ray) Castiglia offer?

Raymond (Ray) Castiglia offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Raymond (Ray) Castiglia?

Raymond (Ray) Castiglia 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 Raymond (Ray) Castiglia?

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.