LPC, 14 years of experience
Hi I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. I received my Master's Degree in 2010 from Loyola University and have been seeing clients since then . I especially enjoy helping adults deal with stressful transitions and challenges in life. My goal is to help clients gain insight and understanding about their challenges so that we together can find helpful solutions.
In the first session I like to spend some time getting to know my clients; it helps to be able to understand the stresses that they deal with on a daily basis. We then get into a more thorough discussion of whatever challenges the clients are facing. We also decide goals that the clients want to achieve through these sessions. This information helps me set up treatment plans to reach the goals.
After getting to know and understand the challenges the client faces, I want to help the client gain insight about the problem and discover the root cause so that they can make the best decisions for themselves.
I love working with people who often feel stuck in life. In sessions we eventually uncover what has them stuck and together work on a plan to find freedom from those negative feelings. Othertimes I find that people are up against a challenge whether in their personal or professional life and they are not sure how to handle it. Many times it has to do with relationship issues. Again we work together to understand and find solutions they feel will work for them.
My goal is for clients to become aware of how their thoughts, and feelings influence their daily lives. It is especially important for clients to understand how various patterns of thought can contribute to anxiety issues or depression. Helping them understand that they can take power over their lives by understanding how thoughts and feeling play vital roles in determining how their day will be.
Beside helping clients deal with their problems it is also important to focus on the characteristics, attributes and talents which will help them flourish in life.
So many clients have modeled their lives based on the lives/beliefs and opinions of their caregivers. So Unfortunately the information they received as a young child often works against them as an adult and often they end up in an unhealthy relationships. Through psychoeducation and therapy clients can experience freedom from unhealthy attachments.
Many of us grow up with beliefs acquired as children that work against us as adults. These unrealistic beliefs often cause conflict with partners, friends or family members. Many times, through these false beliefs we expect others to meet a deep need that they cannot meet. This can cause distress and misunderstanding in many relationships. As a therapist I want client sto understand how false beliefs acquired early in life can hinder them and teach them how to change the believes that will work in their favor as adults.
7 ratings with written reviews
July 25, 2025
She's just a nice person. In this mean-spirited, fast-paced world just meeting someone who's genuinely nice is therapy in itself. Ritchie McCall is terrific. If you're searching for a therapist please consider Ritchie. She's the best.
May 23, 2025
Ritchie is a bright light in a dark room. It was easy talking to her; I felt like I've know her for years. She has a warm and practical approach, and she gave me clear guidance on how I should proceed. I genuinely felt like she cares about my wellbeing.
May 14, 2025
Ms. McCall listened to me, showed understanding and empathy, and then she provided suggestions on how to cope with my situation. I honestly felt better after speaking with her and looking forward to the next session.