Richard Newsom

Richard Newsom is a licensed social worker who helps people facing addictions, trauma, anger, depression, and major life changes. He holds an LISW and brings nine years of clinical experience in Ohio to his work. He aims to create a respectful and compassionate space for people who feel stuck or alone.

His approach is straightforward and person-focused. He listens first, then tailors conversations and a plan to a person's needs. Sessions are practical and goal-oriented, often focusing on small changes that add up over time.

Richard commonly uses client-centered methods that prioritize the person's perspective. He also uses cognitive behavioral techniques to help identify unhelpful thoughts and try different behaviors. These approaches are useful for mood problems, anxiety after trauma, and patterns that keep returning, like substance use or compulsive behaviors.

He has worked across a range of concerns including adoption and foster care, aging issues, communication problems, first responder stress, guilt, impulsivity, and isolation and loneliness. That variety has shaped a flexible style that adjusts to each person's situation.

People who choose his services can expect calm, direct conversations and practical steps to try between sessions. He encourages people to take the pace that feels right and to focus on everyday progress rather than quick fixes.

How these approaches translate to online therapy

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening with empathy and following the person's lead. In practice this means the therapist asks about what matters most, mirrors concerns, and helps people find their own solutions. It is helpful for building trust and addressing feelings of isolation.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors connect. Sessions identify patterns that make problems worse and try concrete changes, like testing new behaviors or reframing negative thoughts. CBT is often used for mood disorders, anxiety after trauma, and certain addictive or compulsive behaviors.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. That planning can adjust as progress is made and new priorities appear.

Confirm available session formats before booking since current options are not specified here. Online therapy can make scheduling easier and help fit sessions into a busy life, such as shorter check-ins during a break or meeting without travel time. It can also allow sessions in quieter surroundings or when leaving home is difficult. Licensed professionals can use these options to keep momentum between in-person meetings and daily responsibilities.