Dr. Judy Ricci , VA Psychologist 0810007329, NY Psychologist 012993-01

Dr. Judy Ricci is a clinical psychologist with a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology, a doctoral degree focused on assessment and treatment of mental health concerns. She brings seven years of clinical experience to her work and holds professional licenses in Virginia and New York - listed as VA Psychologist 0810007329 and NY Psychologist 012993-01 - and is also licensed in Maryland. Her practice emphasizes practical, evidence-based strategies for people coping with anxiety and with mild to moderate depression, and she has a special interest in supporting those managing medical or health-related challenges.

Dr. Ricci primarily uses cognitive behavioral techniques to help clients identify unhelpful thinking and develop concrete skills for managing symptoms. She also incorporates complementary evidence-based methods such as mindfulness practices, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Motivational Interviewing when they fit a person’s needs. This blended approach allows her to tailor care to the individual, combining problem-focused skills with techniques that build acceptance and long-term resilience.

Areas of focus include anxiety, stress, depressive symptoms, pain management, and weight management. Dr. Ricci aims to create collaborative treatment plans that target immediate coping needs while supporting sustainable change over time. Her approach is practical, grounded in research, and oriented toward helping people regain functioning and balance in daily life.

Therapeutic approaches and online care

Dr. Ricci often draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, a practical approach that helps people identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is used to help clients clarify values, accept difficult internal experiences, and commit to meaningful action even when discomfort is present. Mindfulness therapy is woven into sessions to teach present-moment awareness and simple practices that can reduce reactivity and support stress management.

Finding the right approach is part of the work itself. Dr. Ricci takes a collaborative stance with each person, discussing goals and preferences and adjusting methods so that the chosen strategies fit the client’s needs and life circumstances. This makes therapy more workable and more likely to produce lasting gains.

Online therapy with licensed professionals offers flexibility for people balancing work, medical care, or family responsibilities. Sessions can occur by video call or phone, and shorter check-ins are possible via live chat or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to access consistent care, try different therapeutic tools, and keep momentum between sessions.