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Hello. I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with a broad range of experience of over 35 years. I have found that when people reach a personal life impasse, they often benefit from developing increased self-understanding and an outside impartial opinion.
My primary interest is in providing Humanistic and Problem
Solving counseling; helping resolve the difficulties of Life Transitions: Family Separations (Divorce, Child Custody/ Reunification); Career changes; Marital and pre-marital; and Blended families. My clients learn to understand and resolve Depression and Anxiety and Grieve the Loss of loved ones. I am a consultant in areas of Couple Communication, and Parenting; with First Responders; USA Military Service Members and their families.
My approach is Humanistic/Cognitive/ Interpersonal; Learning to cope with Traumatic Life Changes. Throughout my career, I have worked in community Mental Health centers, and on crisis teams. I provide the most useful guidance through guiding the development of Self-Awareness, Self-Acceptance, and Independence; Finding One's Strengths and Coping Skills, while improving Communication. I value the impact of Positive Psychology as well as Mindfulness Meditation; Expressing Gratefulness.
[Note: I currently schedule 9:00-6:00 PST
weekday appointments]
Professional experience
35yrs in practice
RelationshipsGriefParenting issuesDepressionCoping with life changes
Additional areas of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Family conflicts, Intimacy-related issues, Self esteem, Compassion fatigue, Abandonment, Adoption and foster care, Aging and geriatric issues, Antisocial personality, Attachment issues, Avoidant personality, Blended family issues, Cancer, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Dependent personality, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Drug and alcohol addiction, Emptiness, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Fatherhood issues, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Hoarding, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Immigration issues, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Intellectual disability, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Men's issues, Midlife crisis, Veteran and Armed Forces Issues, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Paranoia, Personality disorders, Phobias, Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Pregnancy and childbirth, Prejudice and discrimination, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-love, Sex addiction, Sexuality, Social anxiety and phobia, Somatization, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Internal Family Systems
Services offered
Video
Phone
Messaging
License information
CA Psychologist 8262
Reviews
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Dr. Richard LeGassick, Ph.D.. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Dr. LeGassick has a very soft approach and I feel hears, seen, and understood by him. After each session he always gives me some kind of tools, or homework, or some solution to everhthing we talked about. I would recommend him for sure!
Written on Dec 04, 2024 after therapy with Richard for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd
To be honest, I really am not a fan of Psychologists in general. I found most to be pretentious or bent on pushing their own ideals and beliefs on their patients. I've had many "one and done" appointments with other providers. Dr. LeGassick couldn't be any different. He listens to your issues, REALLY thinks them over, then offers insights as to how to look at a situation. He doesn't push his own agenda but provides you thoughtful analysis to allow you to come to your own conclusions about your individual situation. His experience obviously serves him incredibly well.
Written on Dec 03, 2024 after therapy with Richard for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues
Dr. LeGassick Is great. He lets me talk and he listens intently. When I’m done he tells me what he heard and we address any opportunities or talk about how to approach situations. He has helped me find myself and my voice!
Written on Nov 12, 2024 after therapy with Richard for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, anger management, bipolar disorder, and compassion fatigue
Dr. LeGassick has helped me with everything and anything. His patience has always helped me figure out my own thoughts and my path towards recovery and self confidence
Written on Oct 19, 2024 after therapy with Richard for 7 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Made me feel comfortable
Written on Apr 27, 2024 after therapy with Richard for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, parenting issues, and coaching
I don’t know what to say about this incredible man. He has saved my life and most importantly his compassion and understanding know no bounds. I am forever grateful and will continue with him as long as possible. He is a gift.
Written on Apr 25, 2024 after therapy with Richard for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and grief
Richard is great. I really appreciate his help. I would recommend anyone to solicit his services.
Written on Apr 03, 2024 after therapy with Richard for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, career difficulties, and coaching
Dr. LeGassick is a wonderful therapist. He is warm and kind and he is willing to listen and provide support on every topic we discuss during session. I always feel better able to take on situations after sessions with him.
Written on Mar 09, 2024 after therapy with Richard for 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Dr. LeGassick has been extremely helpful and very responsive. He is clearly a man of compassion and understanding. He has helped me build up my self-confidence in just a few sessions.
Written on Jan 30, 2024 after therapy with Richard for 2 weeks on issues concerning addictions, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, and compassion fatigue
Dr. LeGassick has helped me tremendously. I’ve gone through many therapists and he is the best in the field. His amount of knowledge and understanding is unmatched. I’m incredibly grateful I was matched with him.
Written on Nov 30, 2023 after therapy with Richard for 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Dr LeGadsick was very helpful. He listened and offered needed advice.
He started sessions on time and reply promptly when I messaged him. Thank you.
Written on Nov 03, 2023 after therapy with Richard for 4 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd
Dr. LeGassick is a wonderful therapist. His advice is genuinely helpful and very applicable. He shares techniques that work if you put in the work too. In every session I feel heard, seen, and understood. His calm nature creates a safe space that never feels invasive, judgmental or pushy. He's also great with follow-up and messaging. Best therapist I've tried and there's been a lot!
Written on Aug 22, 2023 after therapy with Richard for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, career difficulties, and compassion fatigue
Dr. LeGassick is an amazing psychologist. His expertise is unparalleled and his approach to our sessions has always impressed me. He has demonstrated compassion and kindness and has guided me through very hard conversations with professionalism and care. He cares deeply about his patients’ wellbeing and has reached out to me multiple times after sessions via messages to check in when he knows i’m going through a hard phase. I feel very confident in his ability to guide me and allow me to express thoughts and feelings and always has a way to both understand and acknowledge what i am saying but also and even more importantly help adjust my perspective on things. He has helped me to be kinder to myself and see things clearly when i could not and has been a safe space for me to be me. I couldn’t not recommend him highly enough and i’m sure all his patients will say the same.
Written on Aug 16, 2023 after therapy with Richard for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, grief, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
Dr. LeGassick is a confident, considerate and compassionate therapist and I am very grateful to him!
Written on Jul 21, 2023 after therapy with Richard for 1 month on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes
I feel like he listens well and is giving me information as I need it and replies to my messages quickly
Written on Jun 18, 2023 after therapy with Richard for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd
Dr. LeGassick, made me feel comfortable and listened to what I was saying. I’m glad to have Dr. LeGassick as my doctor.
Written on May 30, 2023 after therapy with Richard for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, and coping with life changes
Dr. LeGassick is an outstanding therapist who has significantly impacted my mental health and overall well-being. I highly recommend his services to anyone seeking professional support on their journey toward self-improvement and personal growth.
Written on Apr 20, 2023 after therapy with Richard for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, and anger management
Dr. LeGassick is awesome! He is a great listener and gives great feedback.
Written on Mar 22, 2023 after therapy with Richard for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety
Strong listener and validates needs, gives sound advice even if its hard to hear, but gives clear reasoning as to why.
Written on Feb 25, 2023 after therapy with Richard for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, parenting issues, anger management, career difficulties, and compassion fatigue
Dr. LeGassick has been extremely helpful regarding my situation and I will continue to see him in the future.
Written on Feb 23, 2023 after therapy with Richard for 2 weeks on issues concerning family conflicts
Dr. LeGassick is very helpful in understanding my issue and identify the trigger that causes my recent problem.
Written on Jul 27, 2022 after therapy with Richard for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, sleeping disorders, and anger management
Dr. LeGassick has been extremely helpful and attentive through our sessions even though we’ve had just a few!
Written on Jul 19, 2022 after therapy with Richard for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and anger management
Amazing! You won't be disappointed.
Written on Jul 06, 2022 after therapy with Richard for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and intimacy-related issues
I have so much appreciation for my time with Richard. Our candid, straightforward dialogue was just what I need to hear.
I would highly recommend Dr. LeGassick you’ll be in good hands!
Thank You Dr. LeGassick!
Written on May 31, 2022 after therapy with Richard for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and coaching
He is great
Written on Apr 19, 2022 after therapy with Richard for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and coaching
Dr. LeGassick is fantastic! I always feel so much better after our session.
Written on Mar 05, 2022 after therapy with Richard for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, and anger management
Richard is very attentive and thoughtful in his work. Always leave feeling motivated and with a better outlook
Written on Mar 03, 2022 after therapy with Richard for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
Absolutely fantastic. Feeling much stronger now. Should I ever feel the need for further help I would specifically ask for Dr. LeGassick again.
Written on Mar 03, 2022 after therapy with Richard for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, self esteem, and anger management
So far, very good. Hard to give fair evaluation after 2 apts
Written on Feb 24, 2022 after therapy with Richard for 2 weeks on issues concerning family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, and anger management
Dr. LeGassick is an experienced therapist having various helpful ideas to improve life!
Written on Jan 12, 2022 after therapy with Richard for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and intimacy-related issues
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