Richard McCune

Richard McCune is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in New Jersey who helps people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, sleep problems, bipolar disorder, and depression. He welcomes all persons and aims to make sessions straightforward and practical for those feeling overwhelmed by symptoms or life changes.

He draws on relaxing techniques and mindful meditation to help lower stress and improve sleep. Richard also uses person-centered methods to make conversations feel respectful and focused on what matters to the individual. He incorporates cognitive behavior therapy to identify and shift unhelpful thinking patterns.

Richard brings attention to the whole person by including mind, body, and spirit in care. As a Veteran of Foreign Wars and a Disabled American Veteran, he has experience helping veterans work toward improved mental health and stability. He is attentive to trauma-related concerns such as post-traumatic stress disorder, grief, and adjustment after difficult events.

Beyond those core concerns, he supports people dealing with chronic pain, illness, relationship strain, divorce and separation, and issues like guilt, shame, and forgiveness. He also addresses first responder issues, men's issues, midlife challenges, and communication problems.

Richard has eight years of clinical experience and provides care in English. He accepts international clients. To begin, readers should use the site's Start Therapy button and complete the short matching questionnaire to schedule a session.

How evidence-based approaches translate to online care

Richard uses a mix of evidence-based techniques that translate well to remote work. Cognitive behavior therapy is one approach he uses to help identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors; it often includes setting small, practical goals and practicing new skills between sessions. Mindful meditation and relaxation techniques are used to reduce stress and improve sleep by teaching breath work, grounding exercises, and short daily practices.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to see which methods fit their needs and goals, and adjust the plan as progress is made. Clients are invited to give feedback so sessions stay focused and useful.

The practical plus of online work is fitting care into everyday life. Because session formats are not specified here, confirm current options before booking. Many people find remote sessions easier to fit into a workday, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. Others appreciate being able to continue care when relocating or managing a busy schedule. Talk with the therapist during the matching process about scheduling, session length, and what will work best for day-to-day life.