Richard Skarda
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW (he, him)
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Oxnard, CA 93035
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Hi there, I'm Richard! I have been an LCSW since 1985 and have extensive clinical experience treating adults and the elderly. I enjoy helping others with depression, anxiety, adjustment difficulties, anger, PTSD, stress, relationship conflicts, and aging issues. For me, cognitive-behavioral therapy is the gold standard, but I use other modalities depending on the client's needs. I am a Navy veteran and often bring the military skills I learned into the therapeutic alliance. I view psychotherapy as a partnership: an honest and open collaboration between two people addressing areas of concern.
My communication style is flexible depending on the clinical needs of the client and the context of the interaction. I have a casual, easy approach to psychotherapy. It is often scary, and I want to make the client as immediately comfortable as possible. I use much reflection to assure the client that they are being heard.
The first session is normally used to complete an initial evaluation. After introducing myself and explaining HIPAA regulations, I'll offer a brief overview of my background and training, and ask you why you are seeking counseling. If you think we might be a good fit, I encourage you to reach out today.
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Finances
Fees
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Insurance
- Aetna
- Anthem
- Blue Cross
- Blue Shield
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Coventry
- Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Government Employees Health Association (GEHA)
- Health Net
- Managed Health Network (MHN)
- MHNet Behavioral Health
- Optum
- Oscar Health
- Oxford
- Sutter
- TRICARE
- United Medical Resources (UMR)
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
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Richard Skarda
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 11445 Richard Skarda
- In Practice for 44 Years
- Attended UCLA, MSW
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (805) 360-4927
Richard Skarda
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anger Management
- Anxiety
- Depression
Expertise
- Bipolar Disorder
- Bisexual
- Child
- Eating Disorders
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Lesbian
- LGBTQ+
- Mood Disorders
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Relationship Issues
- Self-Harming
- Stress
- Trauma and PTSD
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (805) 360-4927
Richard Skarda
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Emotionally Focused
- Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Person-Centered
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (805) 360-4927
Richard Skarda
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Location
Additional Location
Oxnard, CA 93035
(323) 205-7088Nearby Areas
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Richard Skarda
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW