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Entry 139305Florida / United States

Ricardo Santiago

Ricardo Santiago, LMHC

Florida 22 years in practice

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LMHC - Stress and Addiction support

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  • Stress and anxiety
  • Addiction and recovery
  • Parenting and fatherhood

About Ricardo

LMHC in Florida with 22 years of clinical practice, Ricardo Santiago focuses on stress, anxiety, addictions, relationships, and related concerns. He works with individuals facing depression, trauma and abuse, parenting strain, anger, career pressures, bipolar challenges, and ADHD. Sessions address practical problems and everyday functioning rather than abstract labels.

Ricardo uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help people manage symptoms and build coping skills. He talks through emotion regulation, communication skills, and strategies for addiction and relapse prevention. He also supports work on self-esteem, grief from abandonment, and issues tied to adoption and foster care.

His work includes attention to family of origin patterns and fatherhood issues. He helps people sort communication problems, control issues, commitment doubts, and the fallout from infidelity, divorce, or separation. He also addresses substance use and co-occurring mood concerns like bipolar disorder.

Sessions typically involve direct conversation about current problems and practical next steps. Ricardo uses coaching elements when clients want goal-focused work on careers or life transitions. He can guide people through managing compassion fatigue and impulsivity with concrete behavioral strategies.

Ricardo practices in Florida as an LMHC - Licensed Mental Health Counselor. He works in English and does not accept international clients. Costs vary by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session through the See online therapy options button.

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How his approaches translate to remote work

Ricardo uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on skills and behavior change. One common approach reviews current thoughts and behaviors, helping people test new ways of responding to stress and anxiety. This style is useful for depression, anxiety, and ADHD-related struggles.

Another approach concentrates on coping and relapse-prevention strategies for substance use and addiction. It emphasizes practical steps, triggers, and routines that reduce risk and support recovery in daily life.

Finding the right approach is part of the early work. Ricardo collaborates with clients to decide which methods fit their goals, needs, and preferences. He adjusts tactics over time based on progress and feedback so therapy stays focused and relevant.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so please confirm current options before booking. In general, remote work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Ask about available formats when you complete the matching questionnaire and schedule your first session.

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Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Also works with

Trauma and abuseParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAvoidant personalityCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersParanoiaPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Experience

22+ years

Listed in

Florida

Languages

English

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Frequently asked questions

What concerns does he work with?

He addresses stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, relationship and parenting challenges, trauma and abuse, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and related issues such as abandonment and family problems.

What is his therapeutic style?

He uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and practical coaching elements. Sessions focus on skills, communication, and concrete steps to manage symptoms and daily challenges.

How much clinical experience does he have?

He has 22 years of clinical practice working with adults on a wide range of emotional and behavioral concerns.

What are his credentials and where is he located?

He is an LMHC - Licensed Mental Health Counselor practicing in Florida.

Which languages are supported?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with him?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How are sessions priced?

Cost varies with location and sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with him?

Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.

Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.

Ricardo Santiago

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