- CBT oriented
- Motivational focus
- Mindfulness elements
About Rick
Rick Fulton is an LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) with 30 years of clinical experience. He brings a straightforward, cognitive behavioral approach and blends in practical techniques so people can get tools they can use right away.
He helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, and relationship struggles. He also supports those dealing with grief, trauma and abuse, compassion fatigue, and coping with life changes including coping with natural or human-caused disaster. He offers Christian counseling on request while welcoming people of any spiritual background.
Rick trained at the University of North Texas where he earned a master’s degree in counseling. He has worked in both inpatient and outpatient settings and has long experience with dual diagnosis, bipolar disorder, PTSD, and first responder issues. Much of his work focuses on concrete skills for daily life and practical steps toward change.
In sessions he emphasizes an alliance based on acceptance, support, and clear goals. He uses motivational interviewing and stage-of-change work when addressing addiction and readiness to change. He also draws on narrative and mindfulness-informed ideas to help people shift long-standing patterns.
Rick maintains an online private practice based in Texas. He aims to respond to messages within 24 hours and asks for 24 hours notice for missed live appointments to avoid repeated no-shows.
How Rick's approaches translate to online therapy
Rick commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which focuses on identifying unhelpful thought and behavior patterns and practicing small changes that reduce distress and improve coping. CBT is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress-related problems.He also uses Motivational Interviewing, an approach that helps people clarify their goals and find the motivation to change, especially for addictions or complicated behavior shifts. Narrative Therapy ideas are used to help people reframe the stories they tell about themselves and their relationships.
Finding the right mix of approaches is a collaborative process. The therapist discusses goals and preferences and adjusts methods as needed so sessions match what the person hopes to accomplish.
If you plan to try online sessions, confirm the current session options before booking since the profile does not list formats explicitly. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow brief check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Different ways of meeting can also help with shorter or more focused sessions, quieter surroundings, or less time away from work while still allowing regular contact with a licensed professional.
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Experience
30+ years
Credentials
Texas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
Rick works with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, grief, trauma and a range of relationship and self-esteem concerns listed in his profile.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He uses a cognitive behavioral orientation combined with motivational interviewing, narrative ideas, and mindfulness techniques to create practical steps people can use day to day.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 30 years of experience working in both inpatient and outpatient settings and in private practice.
Where is his practice located and what credential does he hold?
He practices from Texas and holds the LPC credential, shown as TX LPC in his profile.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Does he work with international clients?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are fees and payment handled?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time according to the profile details.
How do I begin working with him?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.