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Gregory Rico

Experienced counselor focused on practical change

LPC Texas

Experience
15 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, LGBT, Relationship
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages
English
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About Gregory

Gregory Rico is a licensed professional counselor in Texas with 15 years of clinical experience. He focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, relationship and intimacy concerns, and a wide range of life challenges from grief and trauma to addiction and career stress.

Background and approach

He approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion while tailoring conversations and plans to the individual’s needs. Rico uses a collaborative style that centers the client's priorities and goals, drawing on evidence-based tools to address patterns of thinking and behavior.

His background includes work with LGBT-related issues, ADHD, eating and sleeping problems, parenting and caregiver stress, and concerns about self-esteem and body image. He also supports clients dealing with divorce, attachment difficulties, gender dysphoria, HIV/AIDS, and end-of-life caregiving.

Clients can expect practical, goal-oriented work that adapts to their situation. Gregory frames the process as a partnership and encourages people to take the initial step toward change, offering flexible options to match each person’s scheduling and communication preferences.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Work

Gregory integrates cognitive behavioral techniques and client-centered methods to guide online work in ways that are practical and collaborative. Cognitive behavioral approaches focus on identifying and shifting thought and behavior patterns that contribute to stress, anxiety, and mood difficulties, often using structured exercises and goal-setting to produce tangible changes.

Client-centered therapy emphasizes empathetic listening and building a trusting therapeutic relationship so clients feel heard and understood; this approach supports work on self-esteem, identity concerns, and relational issues. He may also draw on solution-focused techniques to identify immediate goals and small, achievable steps that move clients toward preferred outcomes quickly.

Finding the best approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Gregory works with clients to determine which combination of methods fits their needs, goals, and preferences. He frames therapy as a collaboration, adjusting strategies over time based on what proves most helpful.

Online sessions are offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase flexibility and access. These options make it easier to fit work into busy schedules, continue therapy while traveling or living abroad, and choose the communication style that feels most comfortable for each person.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does this therapist address?
He works with a broad range of concerns including stress, anxiety, relationship and intimacy issues, addiction, trauma and abuse, grief, eating and sleeping problems, parenting and caregiver stress, self-esteem, career challenges, and more.
What is the therapeutic style and approach?
The practice blends client-centered work with practical, solution-focused techniques and cognitive behavioral therapy principles to help clients set goals and change unhelpful patterns over time.
How much experience does the therapist have?
Gregory has 15 years of professional experience working with diverse presenting issues in clinical settings.
What credentials and location are on file?
He holds the LPC credential and is licensed in Texas with license number TX LPC 19026.
Are sessions available in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English, and he does accept international clients.
Which session formats are offered?
Clients can meet via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on their needs and availability.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working together?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling sessions according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyLGBTRelationship issuesIntimacy-related issuesADHD

Also works with

AddictionsFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesDepressionCoping with life changesCoaching

Additional focus areas

Attachment issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationFatherhood issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHospice and end-of-life counselingIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMoney and financial issuesPersonality disordersPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSex addictionSexual dysfunctionSexualityWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Solution-Focused Therapy

Experience

15+ years

Licensed

Texas

Languages

English