I not only do therapy, I built my life with it. I’m Richard Pino, a board certified therapist providing counseling and relationship coaching for men in Austin, Texas. I work exclusively with men. Providing therapy for men is my passion and my calling. I’ve turned a bad history into something completely different. I’ve accomplished a ton in my 62 years. I’m a husband of 38 years, father to three grown sons, father-in-law to three daughters and “Pop” to 7 grandchildren.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
My approach focuses on identifying physical cues, recognizing thoughts, considering consequences, implementing solutions, choosing behaviors, and promoting progress and resolution. I'm skilled in helping clients achieve breakthroughs in depression, anger, anxiety, PTSD, relationships, substance and behavioral addictions by identifying what is contributing to your mental unrest.
What treatment methods and tools do you utilize?
I'm trained in EMDR, Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), therapeutic approaches that address bothersome memories and experiences affecting your current situation. I'm also trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Mindfulness.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
I’ve overcome a dysfunctional upbringing and the anger, anxiety, resentment and depression that came with it. I also worked through how it affected my life and my relationships. And, I’ve gained control over my anxiety that I never thought possible. I get angry but it doesn’t hurt those around me. I have a relationship I never thought possible. I’ve made peace with myself. It hasn’t come easy. I’ve learned that one has to fight for what one wants and continue to fight to keep it. I’ve also worked through my losses, regrets and trauma. As a board certified therapist, I work with you to refine your relationship skills, work through ambivalence to get through the challenge you face and move on with your life.