Richard Whitton, LMHC

Richard Whitton is a Florida licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) with 15 years of practice. He works with adults facing stress, anxiety, addictions, bipolar disorder, depression, and parenting-related strain. He also addresses grief, sleep problems, anger, and challenges around self-esteem and ADHD.

Whitton sees clients as the experts on their own lives. He starts by listening to what matters most and then helps people use their strengths to move forward. Sessions are straightforward and focused on practical steps rather than long theory talks.

His background includes approaches that look at how relationships shape feeling and behavior, and methods that help change patterns in thought and action. He uses tools from cognitive behavioral work, mindfulness, and solution-focused strategies to build coping skills and clearer routines. Motivational interviewing is part of how he supports change in addiction and habit-related concerns.

In a typical meeting he will help identify small, concrete goals. That might mean spotting unhelpful thoughts, trying a brief mindfulness exercise, or setting an achievable step toward better sleep or parenting routines. He explains techniques in plain language and checks how they fit the person’s day-to-day life.

People who come because of family stress often want better communication and less reactivity. Whitton helps people break down confusing interactions and practice alternatives. He encourages steady progress and practical problem solving that can be used between sessions.

How his approaches translate to online work