Richard Gantt, LPCC

Richard Gantt is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) based in Kentucky with 24 years of clinical experience. He helps people who are facing stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar mood challenges, grief, substance concerns, relationship strain, and parenting stress. He aims for clear, practical work you can use between sessions.

He draws on cognitive behavioral therapy, which focuses on changing thoughts and behaviors, and client-centered work that emphasizes respect and collaboration. He also uses dialectical behavior therapy ideas and existential thinking when those fit a person's needs. That mix lets him match techniques to each person rather than relying on a single method.

Sessions tend to focus on identifying patterns, building coping skills, and setting realistic steps toward goals. For mood and addiction concerns he uses behavior-focused strategies. For grief and relationship issues he combines exploring meaning with hands-on coping tools.

Richard has long experience with people who have dual diagnosis and complex mood conditions, and he brings practical problem solving to difficult life changes. He describes his style as flexible and respectful, aiming to help people feel more able to make choices and handle daily demands.

People who prefer straightforward skill building alongside reflective conversation often find this approach helpful. He works with adults across the lifespan and adapts sessions to meet changing needs and goals.

Approaches that translate to online care

Richard commonly uses cognitive behavioral therapy, which helps people spot unhelpful thoughts and try new behaviors to change mood and daily functioning. It is useful for anxiety, depression, mood swings, and patterns that keep recurring. He also draws on client-centered therapy, which centers on listening, respect, and working at the client’s pace to build confidence and decision making. Dialectical behavior therapy elements are used to teach emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and improved interpersonal skills for intense emotions or relationship strain.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. He collaborates with each person to decide whether CBT, client-centered techniques, DBT skills, or a combination will best match their goals. That choice can change over time as needs shift, and he adjusts methods based on progress and preferences.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility. Video calls let people meet face-to-face for skills practice and conversation. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or a simpler check-in is needed. Live chat and text messaging work well for brief updates, between-session coaching, or when shorter check-ins fit a schedule. These options help make therapy manageable around work, caregiving, and daily life.