Richard Amaral, LCSW, CT | Psychotherapist

About Richard Amaral

Focus areas

Adjustment Disorder

Autism Spectrum Disorder

Life Coaching

Anxiety

Depression

Narrative Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Humanistic Therapy

Clientele seen

Children (<13)

Adults (25-64)

Couples

Teenagers (13-17)

Seniors (65+)

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors

Culturally Sensitive

Coaching

Eclectic

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Humanistic

Identity

Gender

Male

Sexuality

Straight

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Richard Amaral

My name is Rick Amaral, ACSW, LCSW. Let me begin by fully introducing myself and sharing with you my years of experience as a clinician, manager, and director. I have been working with children, teens, and adults in many different formats (i.e., individual, family, and group work) for over 30 years in both private practice and local community mental health agencies. I earned my Master's in Social Work from Rhode Island College School of Social Work. I am also an Adjunct Professor at local area colleges for the past 20+ years, teaching both psychology and sociology courses at the graduate and undergraduate levels. In our sessions, I would like to utilize a strengths-based approach that works alongside you to identify areas you would like to work on. Acknowledging that all cars come with rearview mirrors, I would like to spend some time hearing from you about past life events and journeys that you think have contributed to your development, both positively and otherwise. My preferred way of assisting you is to focus on a Life Narrative format. Such narratives allow for many chapters-some written, many left to be written. When warranted, I will provide psychoeducational information on topics of interest (i.e., diagnosis, skill building, coping skills, mindfulness, etc.) and will share with you both local and community supports that you can draw upon after our time together has come to a close.

What should a new client know about working with you?

My preferred style is open, honest and friendly. Effective therapeutic are formed by partnership. I will strive to learn and offer guidance and feedback on issues and challenges you would like to share.

What is your typical process for working with clients?

The first and perhaps the second session would be an opportunity to gather history of presenting challenges and insights into what has worked in the past and what has not been helpful. From there, we would explore your current position in your journey, a review of your strengths, your supports and areas that would be nice to gain more support and skill building on. Discussion would include a fair amount on your future and where you would like to be in your life, career, relationships, etc and how we can best start moving to make those goals a reality.

In-network insurances

Out-of-pocket fees and assistance

Ongoing session: $90 for 50 minutes

Popular visit reasons

Depression

New Patient Visit

Pediatric Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Pre-Move In Couples Counseling

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Young Adult Issues

Depression

New Patient Visit

Pediatric Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Pre-Move In Couples Counseling

Education and background

Practice names

Richard Amaral

Education and training

Rhode Island College School of Social Work, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1689636045

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Richard Amaral?

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Is Richard Amaral accepting new patients?

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Does Richard Amaral accept my insurance?

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What practice does Richard Amaral work with?

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What are common reasons for patients to see Richard Amaral?

Richard Amaral frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Richard Amaral on their profile.