- Stress and anxiety
- Addiction support
- Builds coping skills
About Raymond
Raymond DiCiccio, LCSW, helps people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, low self-esteem, and major life changes. He focuses on practical steps to manage symptoms and build motivation for change. He also addresses compassion fatigue and related concerns such as codependency, communication problems, and commitment issues.
He aims to create an open, nonjudgmental space where people can talk through hard feelings. Sessions emphasize clear goals and simple skills that can be used between meetings. He works to increase confidence and strengthen coping strategies in everyday life.
Raymond uses a mix of approaches that include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Client-Centered Therapy. He blends these methods to match each person’s needs rather than follow a single protocol. That lets him focus on what will help a person move forward most effectively.
He brings four years of experience as a licensed clinical social worker in California and additional background as an addiction counselor. That background informs his approach to dependency and recovery-related concerns without defining every session.
People who choose Raymond can expect straightforward guidance, practical exercises, and support while they try new ways of coping. He encourages small, achievable changes and tracks progress together so sessions stay relevant to the person’s goals.
How Raymond’s approaches fit into online therapy
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on noticing difficult thoughts and feelings while committing to actions that match personal values. It can help when anxiety, avoidance, or uncertainty block meaningful life steps. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors interact and teaches practical skills to change patterns that increase distress. CBT is often used for anxiety, stress, and low self-esteem.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Raymond will discuss goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t helped before deciding how to combine methods. That collaborative process helps tailor sessions so they fit the person and the problem rather than forcing one fixed method.
Confirm current session options before booking since formats are not specified in the biography. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life by removing travel time and allowing appointments from different locations. It also makes shorter check-ins or regular weekly work simpler to schedule when needed. Licensed professionals often use brief exercises, guided reflections, and homework that translate well to remote sessions, helping people practice new skills between meetings.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
4+ years
Credentials
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Raymond commonly address?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, self-esteem issues, and coping with life changes. He also supports people dealing with compassion fatigue and related problems like codependency and communication issues.
What is his general therapy style?
He keeps sessions practical and collaborative, focusing on skills you can use between meetings. He aims to create an open, nonjudgmental space for talking through difficult feelings.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has four years as a licensed clinical social worker and additional experience as a licensed addiction counselor before that. That combination informs his approach to dependency and recovery-related concerns.
Where is he licensed and based?
He holds an LCSW license in California and practices with that credential in that state.
In which languages can sessions be held?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.