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Tricia Richards, LMFT

  • Experience12 years
  • LocationWashington
  • Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Family
  • LanguagesEnglish
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About Tricia

Tricia Richards is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Washington who brings a systems-oriented, client-centered approach to helping people navigate life’s challenges.

Background and approach

With 12 years of clinical experience beginning in community mental health settings across Washington, she has worked with a wide range of concerns including anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, parenting difficulties, stress, relationship issues, and ADHD. Tricia emphasizes practical, goal-focused work and partners with clients to identify realistic objectives and build the skills needed to reach them.

She draws on training in family studies and psychology along with a master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy to understand how interconnected systems - such as family, work, and school - shape individual wellbeing. Tricia values meeting people where they are and expanding their toolbox so they can respond differently to familiar problems.

Outside of practice she is married and a parent of twins, an experience that informs her appreciation for the everyday pressures families face.

Evidence-Based Approaches and Online Care



Although specific modalities are not listed in detail, Tricia emphasizes evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical skills and systems-level understanding. One common evidence-based approach emphasizes skill building for stress and anxiety through structured practice and problem-solving, helping clients develop concrete strategies for day-to-day coping. Another often-used technique addresses relational and family dynamics by exploring patterns, roles, and communication within systems to improve interactions and resolve recurring conflicts.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist works with each client to clarify goals, assess which methods best fit those goals, and adjust the plan as needs and preferences evolve. This collaborative stance helps ensure that interventions are aligned with a client’s values and life context rather than imposing a one-size-fits-all solution.

Online therapy with Tricia is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to provide flexibility and accessibility for busy schedules. These options make it easier to maintain momentum between sessions and to access licensed professionals from different locations within Washington. The variety of formats supports different communication styles and practical needs, allowing clients to choose what works best for their situation.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does this therapist address?
Tricia works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, anger, self-esteem issues, parenting struggles, coping with life changes, and ADHD, plus related family of origin and family problems.
What is the therapist's general approach or style?
She uses a client-centered, goal-oriented systems approach that focuses on identifying practical goals and building tools while considering the influence of family, work, school, and other systems.
How much clinical experience does the therapist have?
She has practiced therapy since 2014, bringing 12 years of experience that began in community mental health settings across Washington.
What credentials and location are listed for this clinician?
The clinician is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with WA LMFT LF 60808483 and practices in Washington.
Are sessions available in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English, and international clients are not currently accepted.
Which session formats does the therapist offer?
Available formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; services are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working with this therapist?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions based on therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsAnger managementSelf esteemDepression

Also works with

Relationship issuesTrauma and abuseParenting issuesCoping with life changesADHD

Additional focus areas

Family of origin issuesFamily problemsGuilt and shamePolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsWomen's issues

Experience

12+ years

Licensed

Washington

Languages

English

What Tricia can help with

Tricia Richards works with clients on stress and anxiety, family conflicts, anger management, self esteem, and depression.

Tricia works with diverse populations experiencing anxiety, depression, and abuse/neglect.

Experience and training

Tricia is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist practicing in Washington, with 12 years of clinical experience.