- Strengths based
- Goal oriented
- Practical tools
About Richard
In sessions he takes a straightforward, collaborative approach. He listens to what matters most and helps people set practical goals. He uses techniques that help change unhelpful thinking, notice the present moment, and build motivation for change.
His background includes long-term work with people facing relationship challenges and issues around self-esteem. He also has experience with trauma and abuse, LGBT concerns, and coping with life transitions. Additional focus areas include caregiver stress, aging and geriatric issues, and substance-related problems.
Clients can expect clear conversations about problems and steps to try at home between visits. He aims to make strategies easy to use in daily life and to adjust them as people learn what works. Progress is treated as a shared project rather than a one-size-fits-all plan.
He works from Tennessee and provides services in English. People who want to begin are asked to follow the site's Start Therapy flow to match and schedule a session with him.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support
Dr. Highland uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice and change thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going. CBT is practical and often focuses on specific patterns that feed anxiety, depression, or anger. Mindfulness Therapy is another approach he uses to help people stay present and reduce reactivity by paying attention to moment-to-moment experience. This can be useful for stress, rumination, and handling strong emotions.Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. He will work with each person to decide which techniques match their needs, goals, and preferences. That choice can change over time as goals are clarified and progress is made.
If you are considering online therapy, confirm the current session options before booking so you know what formats are offered. Online care can make fitting sessions into a busy day easier and reduce travel time. It also allows shorter check-ins when a quick follow-up is helpful, or sessions without video when bandwidth or focus make that preferable. Talk with him during the matching process about how to structure sessions to fit routines and goals.
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he commonly help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, depression, relationship struggles, trauma and self-esteem issues. He also addresses caregiver stress, aging concerns, and substance-related problems.
What is his general approach in therapy?
He uses a collaborative style that focuses on clear goals and practical steps. Sessions emphasize problem-solving, changing unhelpful thoughts, and building motivation for change.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 27 years of professional experience working with a range of concerns including mood, addiction, and relationship issues.
What credentials and location are listed?
He holds LPC-MHSP and LPC credentials and practices in Tennessee.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he work with international clients?
He does not currently accept international clients.
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?
Use the continue button on this profile, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.