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Hello and welcome! I'm glad you made the decision to seek help. You did the right thing.
My name is Rick Haynes. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 30 years of experience helping people solve life's problems. I am certain that with time and working together, I can help you as well. Life can be challenging and overwhelming at times making us feel depressed and anxious. Frequently, our mind seems to have a mind of its own, dwelling on worry and indecision. At those times, we suffer emotionally and aren't at our best either at home or work. Our self-esteem takes a hit, and we feel defeated. By reaching out for help, you have taken the first step toward feeling better.
I believe a trusting therapeutic relationship forms the basis for someone to share thoughts and emotions and change her or his life for the better. Our sessions will provide you a safe place to explore your emotions and solve problems. Our starting point will be where you are now, work at pace you find comfortable, and discover ways for you to take charge and begin to feel better. You may feel stuck today, but with effort you will get unstuck.
I find a combination of interventions from cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness exercises, and supportive psychotherapy to be most helpful to clients. In concert, this skill set helps a person change how they think, which changes how they feel and behave. We will set goals and solve problems in this practical hands-on manner. When you are ready, I may ask you to keep a journal of your thoughts. Awareness of your thinking patterns will be essential.
If my experience and approach is what you are searching for, I would welcome the opportunity to work with you.
Professional experience
40yrs in practice
Additional areas of focus:Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Intimacy-related issues, Parenting issues, Career difficulties, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Aging and Geriatric Issues, Caregiver Issues and Stress, Commitment Issues, Communication Problems, Control Issues, Dissociation, Family Problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and Shame, Isolation/Loneliness, Life Purpose, Midlife Crisis, Mood Disorders, Obsessions, Compulsions, and OCD, Panic Disorder and Panic Attacks, Paranoia, Self-Love, Social Anxiety and Phobia, Workplace Issues
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Clarence "Rick" Haynes. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Rick has been very easy to talk with. He has been very knowledgeable and patient as I've shared my situation. I highly recommend Rick, it's not always easy to find a good match in a therapist.
Written on Feb 16, 2023 after therapy with Clarence "Rick" for 3 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, and coping with life changes
Mr.Haynes knows the ends and outs of his craft and I would recommend him to anyone that I know who sneaks therapy
Written on Feb 12, 2023 after therapy with Clarence "Rick" for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, coaching, and adhd
Very kind, considerate, and approachable.
Written on Jan 26, 2023 after therapy with Clarence "Rick" for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
He is a good guy who listens to your problems and offers creative solutions.
I would recommend working with Rick he has helped me understand things that I wouldn’t have noticed on my own.
Written on Nov 26, 2022 after therapy with Clarence "Rick" for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, anger management, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Recommended to my friend already
Written on Nov 16, 2022 after therapy with Clarence "Rick" for 2 years and 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, grief, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Rick is the best. I was always hesitant to try therapy because the process of finding someone I fit with seemed daunting, but right from the start I felt comfortable with Rick and he's helped me enormously.
Written on Nov 03, 2022 after therapy with Clarence "Rick" for 6 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Rick is by far the best therapist I have ever worked with. I deeply value how attentive he is and how he always finds the best ways for me to deal with a situation that applies to me. He is extremely emotionally intelligent whilst also being a very level-headed logical therapist. After any session with him, I feel like a weight has been lifted off my shoulders. He has helped me learned things that will help me with my mental health for the rest of my life. He always made me feel safe and comfortable to talk about anything. My life is forever changed for the better and it's thanks to Rick that I got here.
Written on Oct 22, 2022 after therapy with Clarence "Rick" for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and coping with life changes
Rick is the first therapist I’ve ever had and even from the very first meeting I felt like I was in good hands. I felt listened to but not overwhelmed and I felt like he knew exactly how to help me
Written on Sep 13, 2022 after therapy with Clarence "Rick" for 9 months on issues concerning family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and eating disorders
He is an amazing, knowledgable, logical and supportive therapist. I have never had as much insight into myself as I have since I've worked with him.
Written on Aug 15, 2022 after therapy with Clarence "Rick" for 11 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Excellent rapport.
Written on Aug 11, 2022 after therapy with Clarence "Rick" for 3 weeks on issues concerning grief
Rick has been very helpful in guiding me to be a more focused, mindful, and present person; something I was desperately struggling with when I first signed up to BetterHelp. I continue to follow and use his advice.
Written on Jul 31, 2022 after therapy with Clarence "Rick" for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and self esteem
Rick takes the time to speak his patient's language, finds common grounds upon which it is possible to build. Being his patient is like driving, with him riding shotgun: he knows the road, he knows the good places to stop or when to speed up. He makes sure you know these options, and leaves it up to you to make a decision. I really appreciate his help in my life!
Written on Jun 27, 2022 after therapy with Clarence "Rick" for 3 months on issues concerning depression, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
After switching therapist, Rick is so helpful and lets me talk, he understands where I’m coming from and he is amazing in being there for others and always giving me exercises which I love to help ease my mind!! Thank you Rick:)
Written on Jun 19, 2022 after therapy with Clarence "Rick" for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Rick has been incredible! I’m growing everyday with the resources I’ve been given. I’m taking a little break but hope to start back up in the future.
Written on Jun 16, 2022 after therapy with Clarence "Rick" for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, career difficulties, and adhd
Excellent therapist. I really recommend him.
Written on Jun 16, 2022 after therapy with Clarence "Rick" for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and self esteem
Rick has been amazing. He's very knowledgeable and personable. His insights have helped break down, challenge, and work around many of the issues that have been preventing me from feeling centered and fulfilled.
Written on Jun 12, 2022 after therapy with Clarence "Rick" for 1 year and 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, career difficulties, and coaching
Rick is great. He understands my particular needs and provides honest and helpful feedback that helps me to optimize my mental wellness.
Written on Apr 27, 2022 after therapy with Clarence "Rick" for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Very knowledgeable on what afflicts me.
Great at recommending additional resources
Written on Apr 20, 2022 after therapy with Clarence "Rick" for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, eating disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, coaching, and adhd
Very kind soul. Very easy to speak with always makes me feel like what I have to say is important.
Written on Apr 18, 2022 after therapy with Clarence "Rick" for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, eating disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes
I have been working with Rick for sometime and found our sessions to be highly valuable. Our discussions helped me focus on seeing a big picture and think in clear relaxed way.
Written on Feb 07, 2022 after therapy with Clarence "Rick" for 1 year and 6 months on issues concerning relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, and coaching
Rick is very nice, warm and friendly. He listens paitently asks some questions and then comes up with some advice, exercise or literature that I can work on until our next meeting. He is a great help and I am happy to have him at my side.
Written on Jan 23, 2022 after therapy with Clarence "Rick" for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, relationship issues, coping with life changes, and adhd
Rick has been very helpful and patient with me. He listens and what I appreciate most is when he checks in and follows up a session with a more in depth analysis of what has been discussed. He’s very supportive and always thinks of ways and methods for you to practice different techniques which help.
I highly recommend him, he has been a great help to me.
Written on Dec 11, 2021 after therapy with Clarence "Rick" for 10 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes
I very much enjoy working with my therapist Rick, he is a good listener and has good advice on my issues. It has been a smooth ride so far and rich has helped me understand myself better by talk therapy
Written on Dec 10, 2021 after therapy with Clarence "Rick" for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and trauma and abuse
I have been having sessions with Rick for over a month now and he has gotten me out of the depressive state that I was in and made such a difference to my life already. He is so knowledgeable and informative and knows so many different tools that change your mindset, whilst always listening with an open mind to your problems. I highly recommend Rick for anyone who is looking for a more solution based approach!
Written on Nov 17, 2021 after therapy with Clarence "Rick" for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Rick is welcoming, knowledgeable and incisive. He was helpful to me during a difficult time. He also is an honest broker, and gave good advice on when he viewed therapy as having run its course (I.e. when he thought I learned the necessary skills and was applying them correctly.) I would highly recommend him.
Written on Nov 17, 2021 after therapy with Clarence "Rick" for 2 weeks
Rick has been great, he’s super easy to talk to, and he’s been very helpful.
Written on Nov 09, 2021 after therapy with Clarence "Rick" for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and adhd
One of the best people ever! He helped me a lot to get out of many traumas I was in!! I highly recommend him! One of the best therapists
Written on Oct 30, 2021 after therapy with Clarence "Rick" for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and bipolar disorder
Rick is a very good therapist and a good, kind man. He had been very helpful
Written on Oct 08, 2021 after therapy with Clarence "Rick" for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety
Rick is amazing easy to talk to and helps work things out
Written on Oct 01, 2021 after therapy with Clarence "Rick" for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and trauma and abuse
Kind, resolute, and knowledgeable. As a superb therapist, Rick doesn't stop at guiding you through hardship - he fosters self-improvement, too. And he does a fine job at that.
Written on Sep 18, 2021 after therapy with Clarence "Rick" for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and anger management
Rick is the best. he gives you the tools you need to start the journey towards feeling better from day one. He gives words to complicated feelings and voices what you don’t really want to say (which is awesome because I don’t have to do it, he reads into things really well!) he has an excellent eye, is very very supportive and incredibly kind.
Written on Sep 04, 2021 after therapy with Clarence "Rick" for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, anger management, and adhd
Rick has made me feel validated in a dark place. I can't tell you how valuable that is. He is a great therapist. I appreciate his non judgemental demeanor, and sweet persona.
Written on Aug 25, 2021 after therapy with Clarence "Rick" for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
Rick is such an amazing person, he helped me a lot knowing who I am, and got me through the one of the toughest times in my life. He listened to everything I had to say and discussed it with me. I am really glad and happy with his constant support and help.
Written on Aug 03, 2021 after therapy with Clarence "Rick" for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes
I have just started therapy with Rick and so far it has been very helpful. After 4 past experiences with therapists in Europe and America, he has been one of the best! Highly recommend
Written on Jul 28, 2021 after therapy with Clarence "Rick" for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, and coaching
Rick is hands down the best therapist I have talked to in my whole life, and I have spoked to many. I finally have hope in life again.
Written on Jul 23, 2021 after therapy with Clarence "Rick" for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, self esteem, coping with life changes, and coaching
I'm glad I have Rick as my counselor. He's very knowledgeable and attentive, and I really feel guided in the process of getting better. It's a bit like having a guardian angel showing you how to become happy at your own pace.
Written on May 01, 2021 after therapy with Clarence "Rick" for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and relationship issues
He is very kind and understanding, he really listens when I talk. He makes me feel comfortable enough to tell him anything even if I think it might be unnecessary. I’d highly recommend him to anyone needing help!
Written on Feb 26, 2021 after therapy with Clarence "Rick" for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and compassion fatigue
Rick, in the 2 sessions I've had with him so far, has already made me feel comfortable, heard, and healing! I love getting the exercises to do, helps me put my mental health first throughout the week!
Written on Feb 22, 2021 after therapy with Clarence "Rick" for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and coping with life changes
My first few sessions with Rick were very smooth. He's a great listener, very patient, knows how to point out recurring themes and always recommends an action plan. I look forward to our sessions and feel ease after every call.
Written on Feb 19, 2021 after therapy with Clarence "Rick" for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coaching, and adhd
Rick was very attentive and informative. He addressed the issues head on and gave me lasting tools to help with my anxiety.
Written on Jan 13, 2021 after therapy with Clarence "Rick" for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
In just 2 sessions Rick has helped me pin-point a lot of the areas that I need to focus on. He’s very attentive and non-judgemental, and hits the nail on the head with how a person feels and methods to help. I highly recommend him to anyone!
Written on Jan 10, 2021 after therapy with Clarence "Rick" for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and self esteem
Rick was a really amazing resource for me in my time of need. He is a very good listener and offers actionable steps to make you feel better. Highly recommend
Written on Nov 19, 2020 after therapy with Clarence "Rick" for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching
I’m very comfortable with Rick . He listens , he’s non-judgemental and offers me great feedback . I look forward to talking with him and will continue to do so . It’s the first time in my life I l’ve opened up to anyone and was very hesitant to do so . Rick has made it something I’m very comfortable with . Thank you
Written on Sep 29, 2020 after therapy with Clarence "Rick" for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues
Rick Haynes has been very understandable to my struggles and I have appreciated his support and care for me. I believed I learned a lot about myself and the practices I have worked on. I can say I greatly improved from my anxiety and intrusive thoughts. I believe I am capable of being understanding towards my anxiety thanks to Rick. A great man.
Written on Sep 29, 2020 after therapy with Clarence "Rick" for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Rick is the most competent counselor I’ve had. I feel heard and supported and he compassionately helps me confront my problematic beliefs to help me grow.
Written on Sep 25, 2020 after therapy with Clarence "Rick" for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Rick is absolutely wonderful and is very attentive. I think the way that he processes the information that I give him helps me also figure out what I am trying to say and what the root of my thoughts are
Written on Aug 27, 2020 after therapy with Clarence "Rick" for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, anger management, and adhd
I am very grateful for Rick. He has helped my quality of life
Written on Aug 14, 2020 after therapy with Clarence "Rick" for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, eating disorders, and coping with life changes
Rick is an incredible listener an offers unique insights on mindfulness. I highly recommend him to anyone on the BetterHelp platform. We have made so much progress and it’s just the beginning.
Written on Aug 07, 2020 after therapy with Clarence "Rick" for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
Rick has made a profound impact on my life, my thoughts, how I view myself and my ability to navigate anxiety. I cannot recommend Rick highly enough, he is incredible at what he does. He provides excellent structure for sessions and emailing counselling that really help tackle whatever issues you face. He is incredibly attentive, a great listener and always actively delves deeper to tackle the root of your problems. He is flexible in his approach to best suit your needs and genuinely wants to help you improve. We worked on things like self-esteem, OCD and managing anxiety, worry or stress. 10/10
Written on Aug 04, 2020 after therapy with Clarence "Rick" for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and self esteem
Rick has made a tremendous impact on my well-being in a short amount of time. He listened extremely well and pointed me in the right direction to have numerous tools at my disposal to work on challenges that I was dealing with. I'm very appreciative and highly recommend him!
Written on Jul 28, 2020 after therapy with Clarence "Rick" for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, and self esteem
Rick has been very helpful in the short time we have worked together. He has helped me with dealing with my past, recognising how it affects my present, and changing it for a better future.
Written on Jul 26, 2020 after therapy with Clarence "Rick" for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and self esteem
I am very happy about the time I've spent with Rick. He is an amazing human being, full of patience and compassion. He is very professional but also very caring. I always felt like I had his full attention, free of judgement.
Written on Jul 24, 2020 after therapy with Clarence "Rick" for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
I have only worked with Rick Haynes for a very short time but he has been very professional and understanding. Starting therapy is nerve-wracking but I feel much more confident in the process already.
Written on Jun 11, 2020 after therapy with Clarence "Rick" for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and intimacy-related issues
He is very good at understanding your situation. He will provide the best ways to help your situation. He is great with communication and responds in a timely manner with a clear, detailed message. Would highly recommend!
Written on Jun 10, 2020 after therapy with Clarence "Rick" for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and career difficulties
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