- CBT methods
- Solution focused work
- 15 years experience
About Bruce
Bruce Richards is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) in Massachusetts with 15 years of experience. He works with people facing stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, depression, low self-esteem, and social anxiety and phobia among other concerns.
He has a long history of working with mood disorders, bipolar disorder, and serious mental health conditions, and has supported people dealing with grief, parenting strain, substance problems, and workplace stress. He also addresses issues like anger, communication problems, and problems that arise in blended families.
Bruce uses straightforward, goal-focused methods in sessions. He combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with Solution-Focused Therapy to help people identify unhelpful thoughts, try different behaviors, and set short-term goals. Sessions involve practical steps and conversational problem solving aimed at real-life changes.
He prefers a collaborative approach. He invites people to talk about what brought them to therapy, then he and the client agree on goals and a plan. The amount of work varies by person, and progress is reviewed as the plan unfolds.
Bruce has spent much of his career advocating for people with mental health challenges. He is clear about opposing discrimination or abuse in any setting. For someone who wants a direct, pragmatic approach to anxiety, relationships, or mood concerns, he offers focused, time-limited work and clear next steps.
How Bruce uses CBT and solution-focused work online
Bruce relies on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice and test unhelpful thoughts and to try new behaviors. CBT is practical and often uses small experiments and tasks that can be done between sessions to address anxiety, low mood, or sleep issues.He also uses Solution-Focused Therapy, which narrows the focus to immediate goals and strengths. This approach looks for small, concrete changes that move a person toward their priorities and often produces quick, actionable steps.
Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. He will discuss your needs, goals, and preferences and then agree on methods to try. Plans are reviewed and adjusted as progress is made, so the work reflects what helps you most.
Session formats are not listed in his biography, so confirm current online options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Licensed professionals often use these benefits to help people maintain continuity of care while working on practical goals.
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Experience
15+ years
Listed in
Massachusetts
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he work with?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, low self-esteem, social anxiety and phobia, and related issues such as grief and parenting challenges.
What is his approach in sessions?
He uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy to set practical goals, identify unhelpful thoughts, and try new behaviors in daily life.
How much experience does he have?
He has 15 years of clinical experience working with a range of mood, anxiety, and family-related concerns.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He holds an MA and practices as a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) in Massachusetts.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can I have sessions from another country?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions billed and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.