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Richard Alford

LPC

Richard Alford , LPC

Therapist in Texas

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About Richard

Richard Alford is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Texas with 23 years of experience guiding people through both routine transitions and more complex life challenges. He combines practical, compassion-driven care with faith-informed perspectives, offering support for issues such as stress, anxiety, addiction, self-esteem, anger, communication problems, family wounds, and broader interpersonal dynamics.

His work places emphasis on understanding each person as an individual - their history, relationships, and goals - and on helping them develop healthier coping strategies and clearer direction. For those who wish to reconnect with their faith, he integrates foundational Christian values into therapy and will include inner healing and meaningful prayer when appropriate and requested.

Clients can expect an approach that balances empathy with clear, logical guidance, aimed at restoring relationships with God, family, and friends while addressing workplace pressures, personal growth, and relational difficulties. As an LPC, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor and indicates professional training and state licensure, he brings a holistic perspective intended to support sustainable change and renewed purpose.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on the individual's experience and builds on personal strengths. It emphasizes empathetic listening and helps people explore identity, self-esteem, and relational patterns while guiding them toward self-directed change.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps identify and shift unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors. It is commonly used for anxiety, depression, stress, and addictive behaviors by teaching practical skills to manage reactions and improve daily functioning.

Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on setting clear, achievable goals and identifying small steps that lead to measurable progress. This approach is useful for life transitions, parenting challenges, career issues, and situations where clients want focused, action-oriented work.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey, and Richard collaborates with each person to determine the best fit based on needs, goals, and personal preferences. He works with clients to tailor methods and adjust them over time so the therapy remains relevant and practical.

Online sessions by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging offer flexibility for scheduling and make it easier to maintain continuity during busy or changing circumstances. Licensed professionals and therapists can adapt these formats to provide ongoing support, allowing clients to access care from different locations and at varied times.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Richard Alford have?

Richard Alford has 23 years of experience.

Is Richard Alford a licensed therapist?

Yes. He holds the LPC credential, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor, and is licensed in Texas as TX LPC 18362.

In which languages does Richard Alford provide therapy?

He provides therapy in English and Spanish.

Where is Richard Alford located?

He is located in Texas.

How can I work with Richard Alford as my therapist?

You can work with Richard Alford through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Richard Alford work with international clients?

Richard Alford does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Richard Alford cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the 'Start Therapy' button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the 'Start Therapy' button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteem

Also works with

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefCareer difficultiesDepressionCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMoney and financial issuesNarcissismPersonality disordersPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

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

Experience

23+ years

Licensed

Texas

Languages

English, Spanish

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