Ricardo Romero-Andrade
LCSW
Compassionate, practical help for strong emotions
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- Strengths focused
- Practical coping skills
- Nevada based LCSW
About Ricardo
He believes people are the experts on their own stories and brings a practical focus to sessions. Conversations often identify existing strengths and small steps to change day-to-day routines. The tone is direct but respectful, with an emphasis on clear coping strategies and realistic goals.
Ricardo has five years of professional experience as an LCSW in Nevada. That background includes supporting people through trauma, family-of-origin issues, and major life changes. He also addresses concerns such as attachment issues, caregiver stress, chronic illness, and disruptions related to divorce or blended families.
In session he listens for patterns that keep problems cycling and offers tools to interrupt them. Work may include building communication skills, emotion regulation techniques, and strategies to improve sleep or manage cravings. He encourages clients to try practical experiments between meetings and to review what helps.
People who reach out can expect straightforward feedback and collaborative planning. Ricardo aims to create a space where problems are named, options are tested, and progress is tracked in small, manageable steps.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
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Experience
5+ years
Credentials
Nevada
Languages
English
Approaches that guide online work and what they do
Ricardo uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical change and emotional regulation. One common approach involves skills training for managing strong emotions and anger, teaching step-by-step strategies to notice triggers, slow reactions, and try different responses. This helps when anger or mood swings interfere with daily life.Another area of focus is problem-solving and behavioral planning. That approach breaks larger issues into smaller tasks, tests simple changes between sessions, and checks what worked. It is useful for addressing stress, depression, sleep problems, and coping after loss.
Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t helped before. Together they will try methods and adjust them based on what feels useful and realistic for the client’s life.
Session logistics should be confirmed before booking since formats are not specified here. Ask which online options are offered when you schedule. Many people find online sessions help fit therapy into busy days, reduce travel time, and make it easier to keep regular appointments without rearranging work or childcare.
At a glance
- Listed location
- Nevada
- Experience
- 5+ years
- Credentials
- LCSW
- Languages
- English
- License (Nevada)
- LCSW · No. 8836-C
- NPI
- 1235639832
As listed by the therapist. You can check a license with the state board and an NPI with the national registry.
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Ricardo address?
He works with stress, anxiety, grief, anger, bipolar and depression, as well as addictions, relationship and family issues and problems with sleep and self-esteem.
How would you describe his therapy style?
Sessions are straightforward and strengths-based. He focuses on understandable tools and small experiments to change everyday routines.
What is his professional background?
He is a licensed clinical social worker with five years of professional experience supporting people with trauma, mood concerns, and life transitions.
Where is he based and what are his credentials?
He practices in Nevada and holds the LCSW credential, listed as NV LCSW.
In which language are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What steps do I take to begin therapy?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.
Before you start
- Online talk therapy is not a court-ordered or mandated anger-management course, and it does not provide attendance certificates.
- Check that the location and license details above fit where you live.
- If anyone is at risk of being harmed, contact emergency services or a domestic-abuse helpline first. See the support lines for the US, UK and Australia.