Works with
- Anger
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Relationship issues
- Anger management
- Depression
How Richard works
Practical facts
- Credentials
- LPC-MHSP, LPC
- Licensed in
- Georgia, Tennessee
- Years in practice
- 27
- Languages
- English
- Session format
- Online, through our partner platform
About Richard
Dr. Richard Highland is a Licensed Professional Counselor with Mental Health Service Provider endorsement (LPC-MHSP) and an LPC who has practiced for 27 years in Tennessee. He has spent his career helping people manage stress, anxiety, anger, addictions, and depression.
He approaches work with respect for each person's life story and strengths. Seeking help is a brave first step, and he aims to support that choice. Over decades of practice he focuses on practical, straightforward strategies rather than long lectures.
Background and approach
Sessions typically look at current problems and small changes clients can try between meetings. He uses tools that teach how thoughts, feelings, and actions interact so people can test new ways of coping in daily life. When addictions or anger feel overwhelming, he helps people break those patterns into manageable steps.
For relationship or communication problems he works on clearer expression and setting realistic boundaries. He also addresses issues tied to trauma, life transitions, and self-esteem. Dr.
Highland draws on approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing to motivate change and build skills. Mindfulness techniques are used to increase calm and awareness in stressful moments. He likes short, focused plans that let someone see progress quickly.
His style is collaborative and respectful. He listens first, then offers options tailored to the person's goals. Sessions are offered in English and delivered through video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging.
What Richard works with
Everything Richard lists, in the therapist's own terms. Anger is the reason this directory exists; the rest tells you what usually sits alongside it in Richard's practice.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Relationship issues
- Anger management
- Depression
- LGBT
- Trauma and abuse
- Self esteem
- Coping with life changes
- Aging and geriatric issues
- Attachment issues
- Cancer
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Co-morbidity
- Codependency
- Commitment issues
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Divorce and separation
- Domestic violence
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Emptiness
- Family of origin issues
- Family problems
- First responder issues
- Gender dysphoria
- Guilt and shame
- HIV / AIDS
- Isolation / loneliness
- Jealousy
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Midlife crisis
- Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
- Mood disorders
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
- Post-traumatic stress
- Self-love
- Sexuality
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Workplace issues
Approaches Richard lists
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
Approaches that translate well to online care
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps people spot unhelpful thoughts and try different actions to change feelings and behavior. It is useful for anxiety, anger, and depression because it focuses on clear steps and practice tasks between sessions.Motivational Interviewing is a short, goal-focused approach that helps people find their own reasons for change. It is often used with addictions and habits by exploring ambivalence and strengthening commitment to small, realistic goals.
Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will listen to the client's goals and try methods that fit their situation. Together they adjust pace and focus so the work feels useful and manageable.
Online sessions provide practical flexibility. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation and visual cues. Phone sessions work when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in fits a break in the day. Live chat and text messaging are helpful for brief updates, homework review, or when typing feels easier than speaking. These options make it simpler to keep therapy consistent around work, health appointments, or caregiving responsibilities.
Questions people ask about Richard
What kinds of problems does he address?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, anger, addictions, depression, trauma and related concerns such as self-esteem and coping with life changes.
What is his therapeutic style like?
His approach is practical and collaborative, focusing on simple steps and skill building that can be tried between sessions.
How much experience does he bring?
He has 27 years of professional experience working with a range of mental health and behavioral concerns.
What credentials and location are listed?
He holds LPC-MHSP and LPC credentials and practices in Tennessee with licensure noted for TN and GA.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
He provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different needs.
How is cost handled?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.