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Richard King

Richard King

LMFT

California

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Practical support for stress and family concerns

Profile at a glance

Credentials
LMFT
License
LMFT, California / 41112
NPI
1427298447
Experience
25 years
Languages
English
Location
California

Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.

  • Calm direct approach
  • Goal focused
  • 25 years experience

About Richard

Richard King is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in California with 25 years of clinical experience. He focuses on helping people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, and parenting or family concerns. He aims to make the first step toward change feel manageable and supported.

He creates a calm, nonjudgmental space where clients can say what they’re really thinking and feeling. Conversations are direct and practical. He helps people identify small changes that can ease tension and improve daily life.

Richard draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address symptoms like persistent low mood, racing thoughts, or difficulty concentrating. He also helps with communication problems and impulsive behavior that strain relationships. Caregiver stress and feelings of isolation are common topics he addresses in sessions.

Sessions include time to set clear, achievable goals and to practice skills that clients can use between meetings. He encourages straightforward feedback so the plan adjusts to what actually helps. Progress is measured in real-life changes rather than abstract milestones.

Richard works in English and provides support for those focused on family and parenting concerns among other issues. If you’re unsure where to start, he guides you through the next steps and the scheduling process.

How evidence-based approaches translate to online work

Richard uses established, evidence-based techniques that focus on practical change. One approach helps people learn coping skills and stress management strategies to reduce anxiety and manage mood swings. Another approach emphasizes improving communication and problem-solving to reduce conflict and make parenting or family roles feel more manageable.

Choosing the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will work collaboratively with each person to match methods to their goals and preferences. That way sessions focus on what matters most and adapt if something isn’t working.

Confirm current session options with the provider before booking, as formats are not listed here. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce commuting time, and allow shorter check-ins when schedules require. It can also let someone choose a quieter time of day or avoid being on camera if that helps them engage more comfortably.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsParenting issuesDepressionADHD

Additional focus areas

Caregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessMood disordersSexualitySocial anxiety and phobia

Experience

25+ years

Listed in

California

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does he help with?

He helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, ADHD, and family or parenting concerns. Additional areas include caregiver stress, communication problems, impulsivity, social anxiety, and sexuality.

What is his therapeutic style like?

His style is straightforward and practical with an emphasis on open conversation. Sessions focus on identifying problems, setting goals, and practicing useful skills.

How long has he been practicing?

He has 25 years of professional work experience in clinical settings.

What credentials and where is he based?

He holds an LMFT credential and is licensed in California.

Which languages are available for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the United States work with him?

He is not currently accepting international clients.

How are fees handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin scheduling sessions?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.

Before you get in touch

  • Jot down what is happening at home and what you would most like to be different.
  • Think about when you could talk for an hour without being interrupted.
  • Therapists listed here work with individuals on family and parenting concerns, so the sessions are about you and how you handle things.
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