Richard Orona , LPC

Richard Orona is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who partners with people seeking practical, lasting change in their lives. He brings a commitment to evidence-informed care and a focus on what matters most - family, meaningful goals, and the day-to-day choices that support wellbeing. As a parent of four, he values helping others identify priorities, pursue objectives, and find satisfaction along the way.

He has worked in a range of counseling settings, including community agencies and private practice, supporting individuals, couples, and families. Over time he has helped people address depression, stress and anxiety, relationship struggles, and challenges with self-esteem, among other concerns. His practice emphasizes assessing the specific problem, then locating clear, practical strategies that clients can apply right away.

Richard holds a Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy and a Master of Science in Psychology with a specialty in Behavioral Medicine. His clinical work blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy - which looks at how thoughts influence feelings and behavior - with Brief Solution Focused techniques that home in on achievable change. He guides clients toward new skills and thought patterns so more effective behavior follows, and he works with each person to identify the changes they want to make.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Richard Orona integrates several practical approaches to help clients make measurable progress. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thought patterns so that emotions and behaviors can change - it is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns. Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early and current relationship patterns influence feelings of safety, trust, and connection, and it can be especially useful for relationship issues, attachment concerns, and family dynamics. Motivational Interviewing helps people resolve ambivalence and build internal motivation for change by exploring values and goals in a respectful, collaborative way.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Richard works collaboratively with each person to choose and adapt methods that match their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds. This helps ensure therapy is both targeted and meaningful.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to engage - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging allow clients to connect from different locations and schedules. These options make it easier to maintain momentum between sessions, fit therapy into a busy life, and access consistent support from licensed professionals and therapists.