Jack Richey, LCSW

Jack Richey is a licensed clinical social worker with 20 years of experience in Illinois. He helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, midlife transitions, and relationship or family concerns. His manner is direct and compassionate, aimed at helping clients name problems and find workable steps forward.

Jack uses clear, practical conversations to help people sort out feelings and regain focus. He listens first, then helps shape goals that fit each person's life. Sessions often include skill practice, problem-solving, and checking what actually helps between meetings.

Over two decades in practice, Jack has supported people managing mood disorders, panic, grief, and the strain of caregiving. He pays attention to family of origin issues, blended family challenges, fatherhood concerns, and the difficulties that come with life purpose and emptiness.

His approach draws on client-centered work that centers the person's perspective, cognitive behavioral techniques to change unhelpful thinking and behavior, and solution-focused methods that prioritize small, achievable changes. He frames therapy as a collaborative effort and adapts methods to each person's needs.

Jack practices in Illinois and works in English. He aims to help people build clearer communication, steadier mood management, and practical coping strategies. People who want straightforward guidance and concrete steps may find his style a good match.

How Jack’s Approaches Translate to Online Work

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on the person's experience and goals. The therapist listens without judgment and follows the client’s lead to build understanding and direction. This approach helps when people need space to name feelings and decide what matters most.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts and behaviors affect mood. It uses clear exercises and experiments to test different ways of thinking and acting. This can be useful for anxiety, depression, and panic when people want concrete tools to change daily patterns.

Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on small, achievable changes that move a person toward their goals. It emphasizes strengths and practical next steps rather than lengthy problem histories. That can help when time is limited or someone wants faster, action-oriented progress.

Choosing the best approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to decide which methods match their needs, goals, and preferences. Together they review what’s helping and adjust the plan as they go.

If you plan to use online therapy, confirm which session formats are available before booking. Online options can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow for shorter check-ins when needed, or reduce travel time. Talk with the therapist about what practical arrangements will work best for your routine.