Jaida Richardson, MS, Master CASAC, LMHC
Licensed counselor specializing in addiction and trauma
- CBT and Motivational Interviewing
- Family and parenting support
- Work with trauma survivors
About Jaida Richardson, MS, Master CASAC
Jaida Richardson, MS, Master CASAC, is a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) practicing in New York. She brings more than 15 years of experience delivering multi-systemic therapy to at-risk families and adolescents, and she has extensive experience using cognitive behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing with adults facing co-occurring mental health and substance use concerns. In addition to working with depression and anxiety, she has supported people coping with relationship and parenting challenges, acculturation stress, and survivors of physical, sexual, and emotional trauma.
Her approach is warm, interactive, and grounded in cultural sensitivity. Richardson emphasizes respect and compassion, avoiding stigmatizing labels while helping clients build on their strengths. She combines cognitive-behavioral techniques with person-centered and humanistic perspectives, and she integrates strength-focused methods to tailor care to each individual. Her credentials include an MS - Master of Science - and a Master Credentialed Substance and Alcohol Abuse Counselor (Master CASAC), in addition to her LMHC license.
Richardson adapts dialogue and treatment plans to the unique needs of each person, focusing on practical strategies and collaborative goal-setting. She frames the work as a courageous step toward greater wellbeing and offers steady, empathetic support to those ready to pursue meaningful change.
Her approach is warm, interactive, and grounded in cultural sensitivity. Richardson emphasizes respect and compassion, avoiding stigmatizing labels while helping clients build on their strengths. She combines cognitive-behavioral techniques with person-centered and humanistic perspectives, and she integrates strength-focused methods to tailor care to each individual. Her credentials include an MS - Master of Science - and a Master Credentialed Substance and Alcohol Abuse Counselor (Master CASAC), in addition to her LMHC license.
Richardson adapts dialogue and treatment plans to the unique needs of each person, focusing on practical strategies and collaborative goal-setting. She frames the work as a courageous step toward greater wellbeing and offers steady, empathetic support to those ready to pursue meaningful change.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Relationship issuesTrauma and abuseGriefAnger managementSelf esteemBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
Adoption and foster careBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSImmigration issuesIsolation / lonelinessMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSelf-harmSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Jaida Richardson, MS, Master CASAC have?
Jaida Richardson, MS, Master CASAC has 20 years of experience.
Is Jaida Richardson, MS, Master CASAC a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LMHC as a licensed mental health counselor. License details: NY LMHC 010637.
In which languages does Jaida Richardson, MS, Master CASAC provide therapy?
Jaida Richardson provides therapy in English.
Where is Jaida Richardson, MS, Master CASAC located?
She is located in New York.
How can I work with Jaida Richardson, MS, Master CASAC as my therapist?
You can work with Jaida Richardson through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Jaida Richardson, MS, Master CASAC work with international clients?
Jaida Richardson does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Jaida Richardson, MS, Master CASAC cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with a therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on building a respectful, nonjudgmental relationship that helps people explore their feelings and identify their own solutions; it is useful for concerns like low self-esteem, relationship issues, and coping with life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns through practical exercises and skills training - it is commonly used for anxiety, depression, and stress. Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative, goal-oriented method that supports motivation for change and is particularly helpful for substance use challenges and ambivalence about treatment.Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Jaida Richardson works collaboratively with each person to determine what fits best based on their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts techniques from different models to create an individualized plan and revisits the strategy as progress unfolds.
Online therapy options such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging make it easier to fit care into a busy life and to reach therapists from different locations. These remote formats offer flexibility in scheduling, shorter wait times for communication, and multiple ways to engage in therapy that can suit different comfort levels and practical needs.
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