Richard Skarda, LCSW

Richard Skarda, LCSW

Psychotherapist
CA
4.60
“He is kind, listens well, gives great advice. My biggest thanks is how he has helped me find a better version of myself. Through his techniques and guidance. I know he cares and this allows me to feel safe and comfortable.”
Excellent wait time
100% of patients waited less than 30 minutes

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What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.60

Average wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00
“He is kind, listens well, gives great advice. My biggest thanks is how he has helped me find a better version of myself. Through his techniques and guidance. I know he cares and this allows me to feel safe and comfortable.”
More than 1 year ago

About Richard Skarda

Focus areas

Anger Management
Bipolar Disorder
Family Therapy/ Marriage Therapy
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Child Abuse Consultation
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Bereavement / Grief Counseling
Eating Disorder

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)
Couples
Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)

Identity

Gender

Male

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Richard Skarda

Hi there, I'm Richard! I have been an LCSW since 1985 and have extensive clinical experience treating adults and the elderly. I earned my Master’s in Social Work from the University of California, Los Angeles. I enjoy helping others with depression, anxiety, adjustment difficulties, anger, PTSD, stress, relationship conflicts, and aging issues. For me, cognitive-behavioral therapy is the gold standard, but I use other modalities depending on the client's needs. I am a Navy veteran and often bring the military skills I learned into the therapeutic alliance. I view psychotherapy as a partnership—an honest and open collaboration between two people addressing areas of concern and working toward treatment. It is my experience that clients know themselves better than anyone. They are their own best resource in this kind of work, and I am always mindful of that. I see my purpose as helping clients move toward goals of their own choosing, which may include feeling more peace and joy in life, having fulfilling relationships, and feeling free to express emotions completely and without shame.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Binge Eating
Depression
Mood Swings
Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Therapy
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Binge Eating
Depression
Mood Swings

Education and background

Practice names

Education and training

  • University of California, Los Angeles, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1679697114

Patient reviews

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Overall rating
4.60
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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He is kind, listens well, gives great advice. My biggest thanks is how he has helped me find a better version of myself. Through his techniques and guidance. I know he cares and this allows me to feel safe and comfortable.
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Richard Skarda frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Richard Skarda on their profile.

What languages does Richard Skarda speak?

Richard Skarda speaks English.

How do patients rate Richard Skarda in reviews?

5 patients have reviewed Richard Skarda. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.6/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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