- Stress and anxiety
- Career and purpose
- Self-esteem work
About Ragerus
Ragerus Hicks is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 16 years of experience. He focuses on men's wellbeing among other concerns and works to meet people where they are. He aims to help clients move toward meaningful change at a comfortable pace. His manner is down-to-earth and supportive so difficult conversations feel more manageable.
He blends clinical practice with coaching experience to tailor support around each person's goals. Sessions begin with listening to an individual's story and identifying what brought them in. Then he and the client set realistic steps to address stress, anxiety, career questions, self-esteem, and life changes.
Ragerus places emphasis on practical skills and steady progress rather than quick fixes. He helps people develop coping strategies for mood challenges, workplace strain, social anxiety, and feelings of isolation. He also addresses concerns tied to attachment, caregiving stress, sexuality, and life purpose.
Therapy is presented as a collaborative process. Clients can expect to explore goals, try new ways of handling situations, and adjust the plan as needed. Ragerus aims to create a space where people can share at their own pace and feel heard during vulnerable moments.
His background in both clinical work and coaching informs a flexible style. That combination allows him to shift between practical problem solving and deeper emotional work depending on what a person needs. He works from Michigan and conducts sessions in English.
Approaches that guide online sessions
Ragerus works from a mix of practical clinical techniques and coaching methods that focus on clear goals and step-by-step change. One common approach emphasizes building coping skills and behavioral strategies to reduce stress and manage anxiety; this helps people learn concrete tools they can use between sessions. Another approach centers on exploring personal values and life purpose to guide career decisions and improve self-esteem; this involves identifying priorities and trying small experiments in daily life to test new ways of being.Finding the right approach is part of the work. He collaborates with each person to decide which techniques fit best, based on the client's needs, goals, and preferences. Plans are adjusted over time as progress and challenges emerge, so therapy stays relevant and practical.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so please confirm current options before booking. In general, online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. It can also make scheduling around work or caregiving responsibilities simpler, helping people maintain consistency with their therapeutic goals.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
16+ years
Credentials
Michigan, Illinois
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Ragerus help with?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, self-esteem, career questions, coping with life changes, and coaching. He also works on mood disorders, social anxiety, isolation, men's issues, and related areas.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He uses a down-to-earth, supportive approach that blends clinical practice and coaching. Sessions focus on listening first, then setting practical steps toward a person's goals.
How much experience does he have?
He has 16 years of experience in mental health and healthcare settings. That background includes both clinical work and coaching roles.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is listed as LMSW and LCSW, with practice based in Michigan.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies with location and clinician availability and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start a session?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.