About Ricky Jones
Focus areas
Anxiety
Depression
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Bereavement / Grief Counseling
Divorce Counseling
Stress
Coping Mechanism Development
Panic Attack
Clientele seen
Adults (25-64)
Individuals
Couples
Treatment approaches
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
EMDR
Cognitive Processing (CPT)
Gottman Method
Dialectical (DBT)
Prolonged Exposure Therapy
Identity
Gender
MaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Ricky Jones
Hello, my name is Ricky L Jones, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor of Mental Health. At my private practice Ocean Waves Therapy in Dover, DE, I believe in the power of therapy to create positive changes in people’s lives. I am a resolute and experienced therapist who is enthusiastic about mental health therapy and helping individuals navigate life’s challenges and achieve their goals. I hold a certification as a CCTP-II (Level 2 Complex Trauma Therapist) and hold a certificate in Couples Therapy. I have been a counselor since 1991, and I still enjoy it as much today as when I began. My passion is working with couples and individuals experiencing setbacks in their lives who possess the desire to overcome them.
I approach care with my clientele as a facilitator to help them meet their goals in life based on their own values and desires. The patient takes the role of the expert, and I assume that of the facilitator. Every person is different and wants different things. I also measure progress and success differently. Only the patient knows what that looks like for them. Patients must want to change and work hard in sessions, and between sessions, to get to where they want to go. Individuals can make changes in their lives by working consistently, persevering through challenges, and maintaining commitment to the process. I also approach the first session as counseling, and not just intake, and try to make sure I give the patient something in that session that they can use to help them right away. My goal is to give the patient something in each session they can build upon.
What should a new client know about working with you?
My ideal client is one that shows a sincere desire to make changes to live a more meaningful life. I am committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all individuals, regardless of their cultural background, to achieve optimal mental health and wellness. Everyone has the potential to lead a healthy lifestyle, free from the stigma of mental illness. My goal is to help patients develop the skills and confidence they need to live their best lives. Core Values are Inclusivity: I believe in providing a safe and inclusive environment for all individuals, regardless of their cultural background, to achieve optimal mental health and wellness. Empowerment: Everyone has the potential to lead a healthy lifestyle, free from the stigma of mental illness. My mission is to empower patients to overcome their challenges and achieve their goals by providing them with the necessary tools and resources to succeed. Diversity: I strive to create a culturally diverse and inclusive community where everyone feels valued and respected. Professionalism: I am committed to providing high-quality counseling services that adhere to ethical, culturally inclusive practices that protect those using counseling services. Collaboration: I believe that collaboration between our patients and our counselors is essential to achieving optimal mental health and wellness. I collaborate with our patients to develop personalized treatment plans that meet their unique needs and goals.
Communication is a big part of the effectiveness of treatment outcomes and the counseling relationship. I approach this communication with a supportive, non-judgmental, empathetic style. During the process of therapy, I try to maintain a balance of validation, providing challenges, non-judgment, and focusing on facilitation to get the patient to the end goal.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
After working in Pennsylvania as a counselor without a license in various markets, I decided to obtain my license to serve a wider range of individuals. I have years of experience providing high-risk counselling to people dealing with homelessness, unemployment, and Personality Disorders. After such, I began developing High-Risk Counseling programs and even presenting the finished product to other agencies at the request of regulators at the state level. I worked within the autism, IDD, correctional, drug and alcohol, and community counseling areas for years, honing my skillset to what it is today. In March 2023, a couple fulfilled a long-held dream by moving from Berks County, PA, to Rehoboth Beach, DE, to live near the ocean. They officially took possession of their new home in March 2023. From then until October 2023, one of them embarked on the meticulous process of obtaining licensure in the State of Delaware. Ocean Waves Therapy LLC was established on October 10, 2023, following the completion of credentialing and insurance affiliations. Initially offering telehealth services in both Delaware and Pennsylvania, the practice has realized its founders’ dream. In October 2024, Ocean Waves Therapy LLC officially moved to its new location in Dover, DE. Ocean Waves Therapy LLC currently provides 100% tele-mental health therapy in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware.
Treatment goals are a framework for what the patient wants to focus on and what changes they want to achieve in treatment. As such, treatment goals are based on what the patient wants to achieve within their own value system, and not the counselor's. I strive to help the patient determine these changes and help them meet their goals through a facilitative relationship. Each session will focus on these goals, but the plan can be changed at any time throughout the course of treatment to work on things that the patient is experiencing within their life.
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Education and background
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Education and training
- Grand Canyon University, Master's in Professional Counseling
NPI number
1780141432
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What practice does Ricky Jones work with?
Ricky Jones works with Rula Health - Delaware.
What are common reasons for patients to see Ricky Jones?
Ricky Jones frequently sees patients for New Patient Visit, Pain Management Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Ricky Jones on their profile.
What languages does Ricky Jones speak?
Ricky Jones speaks English.