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Ricky Jones

Supportive, experienced counseling for life challenges

LPC-MH Delaware

Experience
34 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Trauma and abuse
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Languages
English
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About Ricky

Ricky Jones is a licensed counselor (LPC-MH) with 34 years of clinical experience. He brings long-term practice experience to work with clients facing stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, and addictive behaviors, among other concerns.

Background and approach

He frames care around respect, sensitivity, and compassion while shaping conversations and treatment plans to each person’s particular circumstances. Ricky emphasizes a collaborative process that honors the courage it takes to seek change.

He adapts therapeutic strategies to match the needs and goals presented, offering practical support and encouragement as clients pursue a more balanced and fulfilling life. His approach blends evidence-informed methods with attention to the individual’s values and preferences, aiming to empower people as they navigate healing and growth.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support



Ricky draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients identify and shift unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors; this approach is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns. He also uses Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills to teach emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness when intense emotions or recurring conflicts are present. Additionally, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) may be employed to process traumatic memories in a structured way when trauma is a central issue.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. He works with each person to explore which methods align with their goals, preferences, and life situation, and he adapts the plan over time as needs evolve. The therapeutic relationship guides selection and pacing so clients feel involved in decisions about their care.

Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility for different schedules and communication styles. These remote options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, fit therapy into busy lives, and access support from wherever the client is located within the therapist’s service area.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does he work with?
Ricky addresses a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, and addictions, as well as intimacy-related concerns and self-esteem challenges.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He combines respectful, sensitive engagement with practical, goal-oriented techniques and tailors conversations and plans to each person’s needs.
How much professional experience does he have?
He brings 34 years of professional work experience to his practice, drawing on that background when helping clients navigate complex life challenges.
What are his official credentials and where is he based?
He holds the LPC-MH credential with license number DE LPC-MH PC-0011441 and practices in Delaware.
Does he offer services in languages other than English?
Services are provided in English; he is not listed as offering sessions in other languages and is not accepting international clients.
Which session formats are available?
Sessions can be scheduled as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences.
How are fees and billing handled?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin working together?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist’s availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseGriefDepression

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementSelf esteemBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesCommunication problemsDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionInfidelityIntellectual disabilityMen's issuesVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Gottman MethodMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapySomatic Therapy

Experience

34+ years

Licensed

Delaware

Languages

English