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Richard King, LMFT

Support for calmer, healthier family life
  • Stress and anxiety support
  • Family and parenting focus
  • Nonjudgmental therapeutic space

About Richard King

Richard King, LMFT, is a California-licensed marriage and family therapist with 25 years of professional experience supporting adults and families through challenging seasons. He helps clients address concerns such as stress and anxiety, depression, family conflict, and parenting difficulties, with an emphasis on practical steps that can improve day-to-day life.

As an LMFT (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist), Richard is trained to look at how relationships, communication patterns, and home environments can shape emotions and behavior. He focuses on creating a welcoming space where clients can talk openly about what they are experiencing and explore thoughts and feelings without fear of judgment.

Richard recognizes that reaching out for help can take real courage, especially when life feels overwhelming or stuck. He aims to provide steady support as clients work toward a life that feels more balanced, connected, and fulfilling.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsParenting issuesDepressionADHD

Additional Focus Areas

Caregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessMood disordersSexualitySocial anxiety and phobia

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Richard King have?

Richard King has 25 years of professional experience as a therapist.

Is Richard King a licensed therapist?

Yes. Richard King is a licensed therapist in California and holds the credential LMFT (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist). License number: CA LMFT 41112.

In which languages does Richard King provide therapy?

Richard King provides therapy in English.

Where is Richard King located?

Richard King is located in California.

How can I work with Richard King as my therapist?

You can work with Richard King through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what fits your needs and scheduling.

Does Richard King work with international clients?

No. Richard King does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Richard King cost?

The cost of therapy can vary based 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, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire to help 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.

Evidence-Based Support, Built for Online Care

Richard King draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help clients work through concerns like stress, anxiety, depression, and family or parenting challenges. In practice, this often means using structured, goal-oriented strategies that help identify what is keeping a problem going and then building new skills to respond differently in everyday situations.

He also brings a relationship-focused lens, paying attention to communication patterns, family dynamics, and the ways daily interactions can affect mood and stress levels. This approach can be especially helpful when conflict, parenting pressure, or disconnection at home is contributing to emotional strain.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Richard collaborates with clients to clarify goals, understand what has and has not helped in the past, and choose tools that fit the client’s preferences and current challenges. The process can adapt over time as needs change and progress unfolds.

Online therapy makes it easier to get support in a way that fits real life. Sessions can happen through video calls or phone, and clients can also use live chat or text-based messaging for added flexibility between sessions and around busy schedules.

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