Dr Richmond is a consummate professional and I’m glad to have him as my therapist
Dr. Fredric Richmond, Psychologist
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Fredric is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Fredric. View 39 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Pennsylvania
Recent reviews
Very knowledgeable and helpful. Would recommend for anyone. He helped me get things rolling in a good way
More about Fredric
- 43 years' experience
- Male
- Psychologist
Welcome.
The fact that you are here tells me you have the courage and motivation it takes to reach out for help, I want to assure you from this moment you are no longer alone. I am able to help you navigate this troubling and stressful time. My name is Fred Richmond, PhD, a graduate of Temple University, and the University of Michigan, licensed Psychologist with a multi decade career in both inpatient and outpatient settings overseeing the care of adults with difficult emotional and behavioral diagnoses. My theoretical approach is both client-centered and cognitive behavioral oriented. My priority is hearing, and I mean really listening to what you think and feel about the things that are troubling you. I will help you develop strategies that will both alleviate your immediate distress and help you gain new perspectives in dealing with challenges as they arise. You have come this far, I urge you to take the second step, first by trusting your decision to reach out, now to trust me to hear and help.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Addictions
Relationship issues
Self esteem
Depression
LGBT
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Eating disorders
Sleeping disorders
Parenting issues
Anger management
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Coping with life changes
Coaching
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
Abandonment
Aging and geriatric issues
Attachment issues
Avoidant personality
Body image
Caregiver issues and stress
Codependency
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Dependent personality
Divorce and separation
Family of origin issues
Fatherhood issues
Fertility issues
First responder issues
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Hoarding
Hospice and end-of-life counseling
Immigration issues
Impulsivity
Infidelity
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Men's issues
Midlife crisis
Money and financial issues
Mood disorders
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Personality disorders
Phobias
Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
Prejudice and discrimination
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-love
Sexuality
Social anxiety and phobia
Somatization
Visually impaired
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Existential Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Dr. Fredric Richmond's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1417178450.
- Psychologist · Pennsylvania · PS005061L · Expires November 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling, sometimes called teletherapy, refers to talk therapy delivered remotely through digital platforms, such as video calls, phone calls, or chat. It can be a great option for people who face barriers to traditional face-to-face therapy, such as those living in remote areas, individuals with mobility issues, or people with busy schedules that make it difficult to attend in-person sessions.
Teletherapy also offers greater convenience and flexibility, allowing clients to access care from the comfort of their homes. Research shows that the treatment outcomes with online counseling are often just as effective as with traditional therapy, providing a viable alternative for individuals seeking mental health support.
Reviews for Dr. Fredric Richmond
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Dr Richmond is a consummate professional and I’m glad to have him as my therapist
Very knowledgeable and helpful. Would recommend for anyone. He helped me get things rolling in a good way
One of these answers I chose completely disagree and I 100% meant STRONGLY AGREE. Dr Richmond is a fantastic therapist and has been an incredible help to me.
Dr. Richmond has been very supportive and provides me with insights that help me think I’m different, more empowering ways.
He worked with me at a rate of comfort to help me get where i needed to be. He was very nice and always available.
incredibly insightful, patient and attentive :)
My therapist is the best. I am very thankful for him and his help! I know he says it was all me, but I couldn’t have done it without him.
Dr. Richmond is really helpful. He does listen to me, answers all my questions and provides me good suggestions.
He is very supportive
Dr. Richmond is great to work with and has been such a positive influence in my healing!
Everyone needs a Dr Richmond in their life. He listens, offers understanding and sympathy for difficult situations and he does so in a non-patronising way. He's easy to talk to and offers sound advice. He has helped me to recognise that kindness to oneself is not selfish but necessary.
Dr. Richmond had the uncanny ability to expertly and quickly diagnose “situations” in my personal life and in my professional realm . He offers valuable insights that I can immediately deploy in improving relationships/situations. He is kind and compassionate, also he is very intelligent. Great match for me. He gives me both the tools to assess situations and the confidence to move forward.
Dr. Richmond has helped me so much I am incredibly grateful for our time and work together. He is amazing at what he does!
Excellent and knowledgeable
He is a lovely gentleman very professional and very helpful, I would highly recommend him
Dr Richmond is the best.
Dr. Richmond is very caring and remembers specific details about our past conversations. He redirects me when I start going off on tangents and gives me resources and worksheets that I can refer to after our sessions. I highly recommend Dr. Richmond!
Dr. Richmond is absolutely phenomenal - he remembers small details, is very attentive to when you speak, and provides great advice that makes a great impact on your daily living. I appreciate all the sessions I’ve had with Dr. Richmond and am very grateful for all his support.
My time with Dr. Richmond has been pivotal for me. He is exceptionally empathetic and incredibly understanding. He is very respectful and also helps me reach a sound conclusion by showing me how to stop catastrophizing my thoughts. He is very direct while still always giving me space to share my thoughts. He is phenomenal.
The best counselor I've had on here, or in person. I owe Dr Richmond a lot. He truly cares about my wellbeing and we get along very well.
Dr Richmond is absolutely the best...
Dr. Frederic is amazing, so wise and helpful. He is the best therapist I have ever had. I am so grateful and relieved to have found him. 10 stars!
I am so thankful I made the decision to try this service. Without the assistance of Dr. Richmond I am not sure where my life would be. I know for certain it wouldn't be where it is now. Thank you so much
Dr. Richmond is caring and very personal. He is very easy to talk to. It's amazing that he can recall so much from sessions we had months back. I would recommend him to anyone looking for a counselor.
He is a breakthrough master, if you have a “there” in mind he is the one to help get you there.
He is great
Dr. Richmond is extremely professional, thoughtful and rational. He always offers realistic solutions to challenges I face. His deep insight allows me to say very few words and rest assured that I’m well understood. He can connect very well on an intellectual, emotional and psychological level making this experience something I actually look forward to week in week out.
From the first meeting, I knew I had found the right counselor. I have felt comfortable to share and he has had very valuable feedback that I feel has already made an impact on my life.
Dr. Richmond understands everything I’m dealing with and how I feel. He understood from the start. I wish I could listen to his wisdom over and over again! Not to be cheesy, he is the only one who gets me and it’s a giant weight lifted.
Dr. Richmond was fantastic to work with. He really took the time to understand my issue and my background, and gave me great exercises and guidance. I feel like he really helped me and gave me a lot of hope for the future!
I recently just started sessions with Dr. Richmond. I would have to say as of now he is one of the best therapist I have ever experienced. it makes me relieved and happy that there’s someone out there who understands me and I can talk to.
Dr. Richmond listens and remembers specific details about our discussions. He has provided a safe environment for me to open up about my challenges and remains very supportive. Dr. Richmond has also given me other resources that may be helpful in the form or books and worksheets. I highly recommend Dr. Richmond to anyone needing mental health support.
Dr. Richmond is extremely competent at his craft. He is able to adjust his counseling based on my needs, and always remembers even the smallest details that I share with him. I have nothing but kind words to say about him and suggest his services to anyone who is looking for a great counselor.
Phenomenal counselor. Professional yet very personable and the incredibly helpful.
He’s very calm clear and patient. I’ve had a nice experience with him so far.
Dr. Richmond is an excellent therapist and his guidance and support were very helpful to me.
Dr. Fredric greatly helped me to resolve a hard time I was passing through in the few months I was under his counseling. He helped me feel much better and regain confidence in my values and decisions in life. He is patient and has very insightful advice in solving a person's issues and insecurities.
I've had a lot of counsellors and therepy in my time, and it's so refreshing to find a good one. I'm so glad to have found Dr Richmond. I really like his confident and caring approach and I will be forever grateful for his knowledge and help through these hard times.
Honestly, he understood why I was having the breakdown I was and was able to give me advice on how to navigate the situation and allowed me the space to work through a lot of thoughts in the moment. Great listener!
Frequently asked questions
Does Dr. Fredric Richmond offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Dr. Fredric Richmond works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Dr. Fredric Richmond speak?
Dr. Fredric Richmond speaks English.
How many years of experience does Dr. Fredric Richmond have?
Dr. Fredric Richmond has 43 years of experience.
Where is Dr. Fredric Richmond licensed to practice?
Dr. Fredric Richmond is licensed to practice in Pennsylvania.
Does Dr. Fredric Richmond accept clients outside of the United States?
Yes, Dr. Fredric Richmond accepts clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Dr. Fredric Richmond offer?
Dr. Fredric Richmond offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Dr. Fredric Richmond?
Dr. Fredric Richmond can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Dr. Fredric Richmond?
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.