Rian Richardson
Counselor, MS, LCPC, NCC (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
1 Endorsed
Let's Connect (312) 697-1886

Are you constantly questioning your decisions, thinking in circles, and letting fear of judgement get in the way? Do complicated relationships make you feel unloved or like you're a burden? No matter how stressful or even traumatic things might be, you deserve to feel worthy and to know you are good enough. You deserve to feel loved. You deserve to enjoy life and everything that comes with it, without doubts. It’s time to put negative thoughts to rest, not let them control you any more. You are done people pleasing. You are done putting everyone else above yourself and ignoring your needs. It is time to prioritize you!
I’m not here to tell you how to live your life. I want to support you in creating a life you're proud of. I am here to welcome you as you are and help you move through anxious noise, the difficult memories and relationships, to find you again. In therapy, I'm open-minded, an active listener, and gentle with feedback, but direct where it feels helpful.
Trust me, I know therapy seems intimidating and scary, but I am here through it all. No topic is unwelcome, no thought too much. Together we will discover your path forward. My therapy style is judgement free, collaborative, and focused on safety. My goal is to be your guide in reaching your goals. Get in touch and let’s start prioritizing you!
Take the first step to help. Call or Email Rian Richardson now - (312) 697-1886
Let's Connect (312) 697-1886

Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $150
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Aetna
- Blue Cross
- Blue Shield
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Cigna and Evernorth
- First Health
- Government Employees Health Association (GEHA)
- Meritain Health
- Optum
- Oscar Health
- Oxford
- Sana Benefits
- United Medical Resources (UMR)
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
- Out of Network
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Illinois / 180.017104 Rian Richardson
- In Practice for 7 years
- Attended National Louis University, MS Clinical Mental Health, Graduated 2021
Education and Years In Practice
Rian Richardson
Counselor, MS, LCPC, NCC
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (312) 697-1886
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- Racial Identity
- Grief
Expertise
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Family Conflict
- LGBTQ+
- Life Transitions
- Mood Disorders
- Peer Relationships
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Self-Harming
- Stress
- Trauma and PTSD
- Women's Issues
Endorsement
Part of Bright Light Counseling Center
View PracticeClient Focus
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Ethnicity
Black and African American ,
Hispanic and Latino
Religion
Christian
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Ethnicity
Black and African American ,
Hispanic and Latino
Religion
Christian
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Adlerian
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Gestalt
- Narrative
- Rational Emotive Behavior (REBT)
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Trauma Focused
Location
Primary Location
Bright Light Counseling Center
30 N Michigan Ave
Ste 515
Chicago, IL 60602
(312) 697-1886Email Me
Group Practice
Bright Light Counseling Center