- Social anxiety and phobia
- Grief and loss
- Career difficulties
About Ricki
Ricki Pribyl is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) in Minnesota with eight years of professional experience. She works with people who are coping with stress, anxiety, grief, mood concerns, and life changes. Social anxiety and phobia are among the issues she lists as a focus.
She keeps sessions straightforward and practical. Conversations center on what is happening now and what changes might help. She aims to create an atmosphere where clients can speak freely and sort through thoughts and feelings without judgment.
Ricki uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address symptoms and patterns that interfere with daily life. She often helps clients build coping skills for mood swings, anxiety, and the emotional impact of illness or caregiving. She also supports people facing career shifts, relationship strain, and recovery from substance problems.
Her approach includes working through grief, addressing codependency or control issues, and supporting recovery from trauma and abuse. She also lists areas such as postpartum depression, seasonal affective disorder, and compassion fatigue among her focuses. Sessions may include practical exercises, symptom management strategies, and problem-solving around everyday stresses.
Ricki practices in Minnesota and provides services in English. She asks new clients to use the site’s matching process to schedule an initial session. The first meeting typically focuses on identifying immediate concerns and practical next steps.
How evidence-based methods are used online
Ricki relies on evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical skills and symptom relief. One common approach is brief skills training that teaches specific tools for managing anxiety and mood swings, such as grounding or activity planning. These techniques are practical and aimed at everyday situations where symptoms interfere with functioning.Another typical method is structured problem-solving and behavioral planning. This approach breaks down overwhelming problems into small, manageable steps and tracks progress over time. It can help with career decisions, caregiving responsibilities, and navigating relationship strain without adding extra jargon.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will collaborate with the client to test methods, see what helps, and adjust plans based on progress, goals, and personal preferences.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions around work, caregiving, or medical appointments and can reduce travel time. It also allows shorter check-ins when a quick review is needed, or visual-free sessions when focusing on audio is preferable.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Experience
8+ years
Listed in
Minnesota
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns can I bring to sessions?
Ricki lists stress, anxiety, grief, bipolar and depression among her focus areas, along with social anxiety and phobia and caregiving stress.
What is her general approach in therapy?
She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and practical strategies to address current problems and symptoms.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has eight years of professional work experience as a clinician.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is a Minnesota LICSW and practices in Minnesota.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
How are costs handled?
Costs vary with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working together?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.