Dr. Richard Highland, LPC-MHSP, LPC

Dr. Richard Highland brings 27 years of clinical experience to his counseling work. He is licensed as an LPC-MHSP and an LPC and practices from Tennessee. He focuses on helping people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, depression, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, and self-esteem struggles.

He sees each person as the expert on their own life and looks for strengths to build on. Sessions are practical and goal-oriented, with clear steps to manage symptoms and handle everyday problems. He uses techniques drawn from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused work to tailor sessions to the person's needs.

His approach is straightforward and supportive. He helps people break big problems into manageable tasks and develop skills they can use between sessions. Work might include identifying unhelpful thinking patterns, practicing stress management skills, setting small achievable goals, and exploring motivation for change.

Dr. Highland also addresses related challenges such as caregiver stress, aging and geriatric issues, attachment concerns, and substance use problems. He pays attention to how life transitions and family background affect current difficulties.

People who are looking for a practical, experienced counselor will find a calm, steady presence in his sessions. He aims to empower clients to make changes at a pace that fits their life and values.

Practical Approaches for Online Work

Dr. Highland commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness Therapy in online sessions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on noticing unhelpful thoughts and testing them with small behavioral experiments to reduce anxiety and depression. Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention and breathing practices to help lower stress and improve emotional regulation.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. He will work with each person to identify goals, try techniques, and adjust based on what helps most. The plan can mix approaches and evolve as progress is made so it fits the person's needs and preferences.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, giving flexibility for different days and situations. Video is useful for deeper conversations and visual cues, while phone calls may be easier when bandwidth is limited. Live chat and text messaging are good for shorter check-ins, tracking progress between sessions, or when someone prefers written communication. These options make it easier to fit counseling into work, caregiving, and other routines.