BACP

Richard "Richie" Long , BACP

Therapist in United Kingdom

● Accepting new clients

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About Richard

Richard "Richie" Long is a United Kingdom based therapist with three years of professional experience who works with people facing a wide range of emotional and relational difficulties. He holds the BACP credential - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - and brings a practical, empathetic approach to concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, eating concerns, and family or caregiver stress. He also supports clients navigating LGBT issues, attachment and abandonment challenges, adoption and foster care matters, neurodiversity, and a range of interpersonal and sexual health topics including kink and BDSM when relevant.

Richie combines client-centered work with evidence-based methods like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Emotionally-Focused techniques, along with psychodynamic and solution-focused ideas, tailoring the approach to each person’s needs. He aims to offer a nonjudgmental, supportive presence while remaining direct and practical when that best serves progress. Richie accepts international clients and provides sessions through video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase access and fit different lifestyles. He collaborates with clients to set goals and explore options so people can move out of stuck moments and toward more fulfilling day-to-day living.

Therapeutic approaches for effective online work

Richard "Richie" Long integrates client-centered work and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to support clients in online sessions. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a warm, accepting stance and prioritizes the client’s own perspective and values so people can explore feelings, build self-awareness, and increase confidence in their choices. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and developing concrete strategies to manage symptoms of anxiety, depression, stress, and eating-related concerns. He also uses Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) techniques when relationship patterns and attachment needs are central, helping partners and individuals access and understand core emotions to strengthen connection.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Richie works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their goals, preferences, and life context. He adapts tools from different models so the work is practical and relevant.

Online sessions by video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules and different time zones. These options provide flexibility in how and when people engage, supporting steady progress even when in-person meetings are not possible. Licensed professionals and therapists can use these formats to deliver the same focused, goal-oriented care as face-to-face work, tailored to each client’s needs.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Richard "Richie" Long have?

Richard "Richie" Long has 3 years of experience.

Is Richard "Richie" Long a licensed therapist?

Yes. He holds the BACP credential.

In which languages does Richard "Richie" Long provide therapy?

Richard "Richie" Long provides therapy in English.

Where is Richard "Richie" Long located?

He is located in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Richard "Richie" Long as my therapist?

You can work with Richard "Richie" Long through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Richard "Richie" Long work with international clients?

Yes, Richard "Richie" Long works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Richard "Richie" Long cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyLGBTRelationship issuesSelf esteemDepression

Also works with

Family conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disorders

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Psychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family SystemsSystemic Therapy

Experience

3+ years

Licensed

See below

Languages

English

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