LMHC, 6 years of experience
Frequently rebooked
Welcome my name is Vaaseen Richards and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor based out of Florida. I am a Certified Trauma Professional (CTP) and Certified Child and Adolescent Trauma Professional (CATP) dedicated to providing a safe and supportive space for individuals who have experienced trauma to heal and thrive. I utilize evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Traumatic Incident Reduction Therapy to help clients process their experiences, reduce distressing symptoms, and reclaim a sense of safety and empowerment in their lives. My goal is to support you on your journey toward healing and help you rediscover strength and resilience within yourself.
In therapy sessions with me, you can expect a compassionate and supportive environment where we will explore your concerns, set goals, and utilize various therapeutic techniques tailored to your needs. Together, we will work on building coping skills, gaining insight into oneself, and fostering personal growth.
As a therapist, I believe my greatest strengths lie in my empathetic approach and ability to create a safe and nonjudgmental space for my clients. I strive to genuinely understand their experiences and perspectives, fostering trust and openness in our therapeutic relationship. Additionally, I am committed to ongoing learning and professional development to ensure that I stay informed about the latest evidence-based practices and therapeutic techniques, allowing me to provide the most effective support tailored to each client's unique needs.
I specialize in providing trauma-focused therapy services to adolescents and adults whom have experienced or are currently experiencing any form of trauma such as the loss of a loved one, abuse/neglect, domestic/community violence, distressing life experiences, medical trauma, school bullying and so forth.
5 ratings with written reviews
July 22, 2025
Vaaseen is literally the best! She has so much knowledge and gives so much support. I always leave the meetings feeling more confident and determined to take care of myself. She also gives lots of helpful grounding and coping skills as well as great advice.
June 13, 2025
She's great. Intelligent, has an actual process, cares.
June 2, 2025
The best therapist I've had in a long time! She's very genuine and that makes it easier for me to open up and get the help that I need. She takes the time to listen to you and offers great advice for your life/situation in a realistic way that's effective and beneficial for you.
I employ Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) as a psychotherapeutic approach to help clients recognize and address negative or disruptive thinking patterns, emotional responses, and behaviors. Through this method, we collaboratively work towards replacing these patterns with healthier alternatives. This therapeutic approach is particularly effective for individuals dealing with Depression, Anxiety disorders, Mood disorders, Eating disorders, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Personality disorders, and Sexual disorders.
I implement Trauma-Focused Therapy techniques for individuals struggling with symptoms of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder stemming from one or more traumatic incidents in their lives. Together, we will explore the impact of the trauma on your functioning, process personal traumatic experiences, and develop essential coping skills. This therapeutic approach aims to manage intrusive memories, address avoidance patterns, mitigate negative changes in thinking and mood, and navigate changes in physical and emotional reactions. This approach is particularly beneficial for individuals who have faced trauma such as abuse, neglect, bullying, acts of violence, life-threatening illness/injury, living through a natural disaster, and other traumatic incidents.
Grief Therapy is a form of psychotherapy that I utilize to assist clients who have experienced a loss such as the passing of a loved one/pet or relocation. Together we will process the impact of the loss and work toward developing coping skills and strategies to help you cope with your grief.
Person-Centered Therapy is a form of psychotherapy that I utilize to guide clients in taking control of their own healing and fostering positive growth. In this therapeutic framework, my role is not to prescribe what you should do or how to feel; rather, I create a supportive space for you to embark on a journey of self-discovery. Through this process, you identify your own needs and solutions. This client-centered approach proves particularly beneficial for individuals aiming to enhance self-confidence, strengthen their sense of identity, foster successful interpersonal relationships, and develop greater trust in their own decision-making.
As a second-generation immigrant, I recognize the importance of one’s cultural background and belief system to their overall identity. I understand that one’s cultural background may impact their perception of mental health and their approach to receiving mental health treatment. I strive to accommodate and respect differences in the opinions, values, and attitudes of various cultures and different types of people in order to provide the most effective treatment.