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Jack Richey, LCSW

Experienced Illinois LCSW for life transitions
  • 20 years clinical experience
  • Depression and anxiety support
  • Flexible online session options

About Jack Richey

Jack Richey is an Illinois-based licensed therapist with 20 years of clinical experience who helps people navigate complex emotional challenges. He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), a professional credential that indicates advanced training in clinical social work and therapeutic practice. Working from a compassionate and respectful stance, he focuses on depression, anxiety, life transitions, and the interpersonal dynamics that affect daily functioning.

He brings a practical, steady approach to helping older adults, men, and clients seeking a conservative therapeutic perspective. Jack offers targeted support for self-esteem struggles, social anxiety, communication difficulties, and feelings of isolation, guiding people as they explore life purpose, heal from past wounds, and build healthier emotional patterns.

Across two decades of practice he has helped individuals address workplace stress, relationship transitions, mood disorders, panic attacks, midlife changes, and family-related concerns. His work emphasizes empathy, clear clinical skill, and collaboration, with the goal of helping clients identify strengths, manage difficult emotions, and pursue meaningful change.

Areas of Expertise

Also Specializes In

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCommitment issuesCommunication problemsDivorce and separationEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Jack Richey have?

Jack Richey has 20 years of clinical experience.

Is Jack Richey a licensed therapist?

Yes. He holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details are IL LCSW 149-004431.

In which languages does Jack Richey provide therapy?

He provides therapy in English.

Where is Jack Richey located?

He is located in Illinois.

How can I work with Jack Richey as my therapist?

You can work with Jack Richey through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Jack Richey work with international clients?

Jack Richey does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Jack Richey cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Approaches That Guide Remote Sessions



Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening with empathy and following the client's lead so the person feels understood and supported while exploring personal goals and values. It is helpful for those working through low self-esteem, life purpose questions, or feelings of isolation.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, offering practical tools to manage symptoms of anxiety, depression, and panic. It often includes strategies for coping with stress and improving day-to-day functioning.

Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on setting clear, achievable goals and building on existing strengths to create forward momentum, which can be especially effective during life transitions and when addressing specific problems like communication or parenting challenges.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Jack collaborates with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy offers flexibility and access through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules and maintain continuity of care. Licensed professionals can deliver effective support in these formats, helping clients stay engaged and move toward meaningful change.

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