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Desiree Richards
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
or

Desiree Richards

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S (she, her)

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5 Endorsed
Saginaw, TX 76131
Let's Connect (469) 507-2002
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I'm down 175 lbs down and I believe I can help you do the same by cultivating love for yourself, love for your body, healing from any trauma, and creating a healthy relationship with food because I am an expert in this area. You are not alone. If you feel that regular therapy has not helped, you are in the right place. Talk therapy is beneficial. Experiential therapy such as those I specialize in, can improve your quality of life, help you feel true love for yourself, decrease triggers from past trauma, and allow you to establish a healthy relationship with food and your body.
I utilize techniques from EMDR, DNMS (parts work), and others. Listening, authenticity, trust, laughter, and encouragement are qualities I bring to the therapeutic relationship. Clients often express that I am easy to talk to and empathetic. Clients also report that I help them find deep healing.
Reaching out is both the hardest and best step we can take for our mental health. Let's work together to see you become the best version of yourself. (As a clinician, I do adhere to the perspective of health at every size with clients. I also take a whole person approach to therapy, recognizing that health includes mental, emotional, and physical.)
Call or Desiree Richards now for a free 15 minute consultation - (469) 507-2002

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Sozo Counseling

Saginaw, TX 76131

(469) 507-2002
My website
I specialize in Depression, Obesity and Trauma and PTSD 
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Counseling clients who have difficulties with depression, trauma, and relationships with body/food with experiential therapeutic techniques.
Desiree Richards
Let's Connect (469) 507-2002
Photo of Desiree Richards, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Sozo Counseling

Saginaw, TX 76131

(469) 507-2002
My website
I specialize in Depression, Obesity and Trauma and PTSD 
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Counseling clients who have difficulties with depression, trauma, and relationships with body/food with experiential therapeutic techniques.
Desiree Richards

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $150

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Discover, Mastercard, Venmo, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Optum
  • Oscar Health
  • Oxford
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
"
I use Headway for insurance billing and Simple Practice for virtual video sessions. I also see clients via private pay as well.
Photo of Desiree Richards, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Desiree Richards
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (469) 507-2002
"
I use Headway for insurance billing and Simple Practice for virtual video sessions. I also see clients via private pay as well.
Photo of Desiree Richards, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Desiree Richards
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (469) 507-2002

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Texas / 60294 Desiree Richards
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 12 years
  • Attended UTA, Graduated 2014
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from ASWB 60294 / 2017
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I am a social worker, therapist, supervisor to social workers, trauma trained, and have both personal and professional experience.
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Desiree Richards
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (469) 507-2002
"
I am a social worker, therapist, supervisor to social workers, trauma trained, and have both personal and professional experience.
Photo of Desiree Richards, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Desiree Richards
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (469) 507-2002

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Depression
  • Obesity
  • Trauma and PTSD

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Body Image
  • Borderline Personality (BPD)
  • Coping Skills
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Eating Disorders
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Life Coaching
  • Mood Disorders
  • Peer Relationships
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Weight Loss
  • Women's Issues
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Therapy with me will include a safe environment in which you will be able to address your struggles and receive suggestions and techniques to utilize outside sessions to aid in your healing process. I believe that as you learn to accept yourself, you will be more equipped and ready for change.
Photo of Desiree Richards, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Desiree Richards
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (469) 507-2002
"
Therapy with me will include a safe environment in which you will be able to address your struggles and receive suggestions and techniques to utilize outside sessions to aid in your healing process. I believe that as you learn to accept yourself, you will be more equipped and ready for change.
Photo of Desiree Richards, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Desiree Richards
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (469) 507-2002

5 Endorsements

Scotty Gilmore
Scotty Gilmore
Licensed Professional CounselorMALPCMHA
Desiree is a trusted colleague that I highly recommend. Her work with her clients is impressive. She is able to build strong therapeutic bonds with clients that allow them to do the work required for healing.
Margarita Rice
Margarita Rice
Psychiatric Nurse PractitionerPMHNPFNP
Desiree does a great job advocating for her clients. She has worked with several of my patients and is effective in working in trauma, depression, and those working on weight management.
Ginna Kim-Kaplan
Ginna Kim-Kaplan
Clinical Social Work/TherapistMALCSW-S
I've known Desiree for years and her knowledge and expertise is incredible. If you are looking to find someone who can deeply relate to your unique struggles, she would be a wonderful guide to your full mind & body transformation.

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • EMDR
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Humanistic
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Person-Centered
  • Positive Psychology
  • Psychodynamic
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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I often use parts work and EMDR as a great healing combo for clients. We begin with creating internal resources to establish a sense of emotional stability and the opportunity to parent yourself. Then we identify triggers and/or memories that may be contributing to your mental health. We put all of these together using bilateral stimulation (tapping) in a way that allows you to heal yourself.
Photo of Desiree Richards, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Desiree Richards
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (469) 507-2002
"
I often use parts work and EMDR as a great healing combo for clients. We begin with creating internal resources to establish a sense of emotional stability and the opportunity to parent yourself. Then we identify triggers and/or memories that may be contributing to your mental health. We put all of these together using bilateral stimulation (tapping) in a way that allows you to heal yourself.
Photo of Desiree Richards, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Desiree Richards
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (469) 507-2002

Location

Primary Location

Sozo Counseling

Saginaw, TX 76131

(469) 507-2002

Nearby Areas

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Desiree Richards
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Call for a free consultation now - (469) 507-2002
Photo of Desiree Richards, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Desiree Richards
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Call for a free consultation now - (469) 507-2002