I have had two careers which run concurrently: many years as a parish pastor and at the same time a mental health counselor. I am strongly invested in the LGBTQ issues because of my transgender grandson's amazing journey. As a hospice chaplain, I have provided bereavement support counseling to families. As a divorce mediator employing dispute management skills, I have guided couples in making parenting decisions that are in the best interests of their children. My passion is not to be a sage on the stage but a guide by the side with individuals and couples seeking solutions that are practical. I have expertise in cognitive -behavioral counseling, rational emotive psychotherapy, anger management (especially with men who abuse), and Life Work Planning and Career Development. I have modest experience with Ericksonian Hypnotherapy and Healing Story Telling. I endeavor to blend theory and practice, while affirming growth and risk-taking. I am a non-judgmental listener. I employ humor and unconditional support routinely to neutralize resistance to change. I am old fashioned person who still believes in unconditional positive regard and seeking a truth that sets people free.
Additional areas of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Intimacy-related issues, Eating disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, Aging and geriatric issues, Blended family issues, Cancer, Commitment issues, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Emptiness, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Forgiveness, Gender dysphoria, Guilt and shame, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Infidelity, Jealousy, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Veteran and Armed Forces Issues, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Personality disorders, Phobias, Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships, Prejudice and discrimination, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Self-love, Sex addiction
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Rell Spickerman. 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.
Rell is a wonderful listener. He is both empathetic and ready to offer specific guidance. Talking with him feels like talking with a trusted friend, one who always has your back and knows to help you find your own strength. He has helped tremendously in dealing with long-existing issues that I never thought I would be able to free myself from. His wisdom and his warmth are unparalleled.
Written on Apr 13, 2025 after therapy with Rell for 2 years and 1 month on issues concerning relationship issues, eating disorders, and self esteem
You have been so amazing rell! Thank you for helping me so much and becoming better
Written on Apr 02, 2025 after therapy with Rell for 4 months on issues concerning relationship issues
I’ve had one session. He’s a straight shooter with a knack for being aware.
Written on Mar 28, 2025 after therapy with Rell for 2 years and 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, and anger management
Very happy and satisfied
Written on Dec 19, 2024 after therapy with Rell for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
Right at home from the first second. Great conversations and enlightenment. I’m learning a lot about myself and life.
Written on Dec 10, 2024 after therapy with Rell for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues
Rell is the most amazing Therapist.
He has helped me process so many emotions and accept myself. It’s kinda wild.
I highly highly recommend connecting with Rell and connecting with yourself.
Written on Sep 25, 2024 after therapy with Rell for 1 year and 9 months
My session was great as well as the communication, I’m highly satisfied!
Written on Jun 14, 2024 after therapy with Rell for 4 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues
Rell is extremely open minded, understanding and non-judgemental therapist. I feel like I can tell him anything. He has a positive outlook and always seems to find the joy in life, his jovial spirit is contagious. He has a unique approach to therapy and uses stories to share lessons and to make you think. I've really appreciated his support while going through a tough transition in life, he was able to see things clearer than I could myself. He supported me through the entire process, I'm very grateful to have found Rell!
Written on Feb 12, 2024 after therapy with Rell for 10 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and coaching
Rell is amazing. I’ve been seeing him since April 2023 in the midst of significant trauma. From the first minutes of our first session, I felt comfortable and safe and would be able to get the therapy I needed. He brings with him compassion, expertise and wisdom. I’m so grateful for Rell!
Written on Sep 27, 2023 after therapy with Rell for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, coaching, and compassion fatigue
Very knowledgeable. Compassionate and EXPERIENCED. Qualities I am grateful for.
Written on Sep 05, 2023 after therapy with Rell for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues
Rell is like my grandfather which is a comfort considering mine passed at the end of 2020 he’s very wise and a great listener and leaves you with a pep in your step
Written on Jul 04, 2023 after therapy with Rell for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
I really appreciate Rell! He keeps me grounded when I tend to overthink and be anxious. I really like hearing his wisdom and life experiences. I learn so much from Rell
Written on Apr 18, 2023 after therapy with Rell for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and compassion fatigue
Rell is amazing. He’s helped me immensely. He’s encouraging, easy to talk to and insightful. I actually look forward to my sessions with him and always leave feeling motivated and good about myself self and the path I’m on.
Written on Mar 28, 2023 after therapy with Rell for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, sleeping disorders, and self esteem
Rell is a great listener and he will really assess your problems in a most understandable way. I am glad he’s my therapist.
Written on Mar 25, 2023 after therapy with Rell for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
Very thoughtful and understanding therapist. Gave a lot of insight and encouragement to my situation.
Written on Mar 15, 2023 after therapy with Rell for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, and anger management
He’s a great man, he makes me feel very comfortable with what I’m working through. He has such great insight on so many things I’m glad to have him help me figure myself out! I always look forward to our next conversation, have serious conversation along with many laughs to keep things real.. All in all Rell is the man!
Written on Mar 06, 2023 after therapy with Rell for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues
Rell has volumes of experience that will help you. Sometimes he boils down incredibly useful, sage advice on overcoming obstacles into a simple one sentence phrase. I call these phrases Rell-isms. Rell is a healing treat during my week.
Written on Feb 16, 2023 after therapy with Rell for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, and intimacy-related issues
Kind, thoughtful, encouraging, sensible
Written on Jan 23, 2023 after therapy with Rell for 2 weeks on issues concerning grief
Rell is the best! He gives the best advice! He makes me feel very understood.
Written on Jan 18, 2023 after therapy with Rell for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
Rell Spickerman is a genuine man and a great therapist. His experience in life is what makes him very insightful, understanding, patient, and willing to lovingly confront. He helped me accept several things I needed to accept, deal with , and forgive others for. Now on a new path of growth, I'm very grateful he was my therapist.
Written on Jan 11, 2023 after therapy with Rell for 2 months
I love Rell, he is so open and honest bringing real life situations from his own accounts into your own personal issues. He gives clear examples and visionary ideas to help with your situation making sure you’re not only heard but understood and have an idea of what to do to if you find you’re either losing your sense of self, or are becoming too indulged in your thoughts.
Written on Jan 04, 2023 after therapy with Rell for 2 days on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and bipolar disorder
He has amazing listening skills and very helpful life advice. Rell has told me what I need to hear and has been very supportive and encouraging.
Written on Dec 30, 2022 after therapy with Rell for 2 months on issues concerning relationship issues, and family conflicts
Rell has helped me see past my overthinking and has helped with me with my anxiety. I’m really grateful for the help he’s given and still will continue as it’s been improving life for me
Written on Dec 10, 2022 after therapy with Rell for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
Very promising!!!
Written on Nov 29, 2022 after therapy with Rell for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, and parenting issues
Sometimes it's the patient listening without judgment that people needs the most. I think that's what he's good at because that's sometimes how the healing and the opening up starts. I appreciate that a lot.
Written on Nov 20, 2022 after therapy with Rell for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, self esteem, career difficulties, and adhd
I like to talk to Rell because he is a good listener but also gives very good advice and he is funny and not so serious, like talking to an old friend!
Written on Nov 09, 2022 after therapy with Rell for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, career difficulties, and bipolar disorder
As a first timer to therapy I was so lucky to have been placed with Rell. He helped me navigate a very tricky family dynamic with warmth, humor and wisdom. Eternally grateful.
Written on Nov 03, 2022 after therapy with Rell for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, addictions, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and adhd
Very understanding empathic and provides helpful suggestions
Written on Oct 26, 2022 after therapy with Rell for 2 weeks on issues concerning lgbt, and intimacy-related issues
Rell is a great guy
Written on Oct 13, 2022 after therapy with Rell for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, anger management, and adhd
Rell has been wonderful to speak with. During my hardest trials, he has been by my side and provided tools to prevent my current struggles to occur in the future. He is kind, understanding, and informative. I'm thankful to have Rell in my life, he is helping me be a better me.
Written on Sep 23, 2022 after therapy with Rell for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
Rell is great
Written on Sep 15, 2022 after therapy with Rell for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, and career difficulties
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