- Client-centered approach
- Bilingual English Spanish
- Stress and grief focus
About Ricardo
Ricardo Ortega is a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) based in New York with 15 years of experience. He focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, depression, and life changes. He also supports clients facing LGBT concerns, grief and loss, parenting strain, relationship issues, and challenges with self-esteem and addiction.
Ricardo uses a client-centered approach that keeps the person's perspective at the center of sessions. He listens first, then tailors conversations and goals to fit each person's needs. He draws on cognitive behavioral ideas to identify unhelpful thinking and find practical changes. He also uses emotionally focused methods to help people talk about strong feelings in clearer ways.
Sessions are meant to be respectful and direct. Ricardo aims to create a calm space for people to say what matters to them and try new ways of coping. He will work with clients to set clear goals and check progress over time.
He is bilingual in English and Spanish, which can help when language matters to how someone tells their story. His broad background includes experience with multicultural and immigration issues, first responder stress, veteran-related concerns, HIV and hospice work, and coping after disasters.
Ricardo encourages a steady, practical pace. He helps people find everyday steps they can take toward more satisfying relationships, better mood, and clearer direction at work and in life.
How Ricardo blends client-centered care with online therapy
Ricardo practices client-centered therapy, which means sessions begin by listening closely to what matters most to the person. This approach focuses on the client's goals and moves at a comfortable pace to build understanding and trust.He also uses cognitive behavioral therapy to help identify unhelpful thoughts and try practical behavior changes. CBT can be useful for anxiety, depression, and stress by breaking problems into small, manageable steps. Emotionally focused ideas are another strand he uses to help people talk about and organize strong feelings in relationships and personal struggles.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Ricardo will discuss different methods and together decide which feel most useful for the client's goals and preferences. He adapts language and pace so therapy fits the person's rhythm and needs.
Confirm the current session options before booking, as formats are not listed here. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, whether scheduling around work or reducing travel time. It can also allow for shorter check-ins when needed and make it simpler to continue care across routine life changes.
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Experience
15+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English, Spanish
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Ricardo commonly help with?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, parenting strain, relationship problems, self-esteem, addictions, career issues, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include LGBT concerns, aging and geriatric issues, immigration and multicultural matters, and veteran and first responder issues.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He works from a client-centered foundation, prioritizing the client's perspective and goals. He also draws on cognitive behavioral and emotionally focused techniques when those approaches match a person's needs.
How much experience does he have?
He has 15 years of professional experience working in mental health settings. That background includes work with grief, hospice and end-of-life counseling, HIV and disaster-related coping.
Where is he licensed and based?
He is licensed as an LMHC in New York and practices from that jurisdiction. Sessions and any location-specific details follow New York licensing rules.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish. He is bilingual and can conduct therapy in either language.
Can people outside the U.S. work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted. People located in New York or who meet local jurisdictional requirements should confirm eligibility before booking.
How are costs and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing is provided during the sign-up and scheduling process.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling according to the therapist's availability. The questionnaire helps match needs and preferences before the first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.