Jack Richey

Jack Richey is a licensed clinical social worker with 20 years of experience in Illinois. He helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship strain, and life transitions. He also supports those facing parenting pressures, caregiver stress, divorce and separation, and struggles with self-esteem or purpose.

He aims for a straightforward, respectful style in sessions. Conversations focus on practical steps and clearer thinking rather than long lectures. Jack listens first, then helps people set short-term goals they can try between meetings.

In therapy he draws on client-centered work to follow what matters most to the person. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, is used when thoughts and habits are getting in the way. Solution-focused techniques help people find immediate, usable changes to test in daily life.

Jack’s approach emphasizes problem solving and skill-building. He talks through communication strategies, coping tools for anxiety, and ways to manage mood swings or impulsive behavior. He also addresses family-of-origin issues, blended family dynamics, and commitment or abandonment concerns.

Sessions move at a pace the person sets, with practical steps assigned as needed. His goal is to help people feel steadier and more in control of their choices. Those interested in working with him complete a short matching form to begin the scheduling process.

How his approaches translate to online work

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on the person’s priorities and relies on listening and reflection. In practice that means the therapist follows what the client brings and helps them name what matters most and where to start.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts and behaviors influence mood. It involves identifying unhelpful thought patterns and testing small behavior changes to reduce anxiety or depression symptoms.

Solution-Focused Therapy emphasizes quick, practical steps. Sessions concentrate on small, achievable changes and on what is already working, so clients can try things between meetings and report back.

Choosing the best approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss options, try approaches that fit the person’s goals, and adjust based on what proves most helpful. The client’s needs and preferences guide which methods are used.

If you are considering online work, confirm the available session formats before booking. Knowing the format ahead of time helps plan sessions around work breaks, quieter times at home, or technology limits. Online sessions can make it easier to keep regular appointments and apply new skills between meetings without large schedule changes.