Rick (Richard) Jackson, LICSW

Minnesota LICSW for relationships and resilience

Stress and anxiety
Parenting and family
Online therapy options

About Rick (Richard) Jackson

Rick (Richard) Jackson, LICSW (Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker), is a Minnesota-based therapist who supports people navigating complex emotional terrain. With 10 years of clinical experience, he blends practical techniques and empathic engagement to help individuals manage stress, strengthen relationships, and pursue personal growth. He offers guidance for those coping with social anxiety, communication difficulties, mood fluctuations, and the everyday interpersonal dynamics that can feel overwhelming.

Rick’s work emphasizes greater self-understanding and more effective relationship patterns. He helps clients build resilience and healthier coping strategies, particularly when addressing isolation, workplace challenges, attachment concerns, and transitions common to young adulthood. His approach is steady and pragmatic while remaining attuned to each person’s unique history and needs.

In sessions Rick maintains a collaborative, non-judgmental stance, inviting clients to explore their experiences at a comfortable pace. The goal is to increase emotional regulation, deepen self-awareness, and foster authentic connections so people can move forward with clearer goals and more reliable tools for handling life’s challenges.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsParenting issuesSelf esteem

Also Specializes In

Trauma and abuse GriefIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesDepression Coping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyMen's issuesMood disordersNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSex addictionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Existential Therapy Gottman Method Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Systemic Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Rick (Richard) Jackson have?

Rick (Richard) Jackson has 10 years of experience.

Is Rick (Richard) Jackson a licensed therapist?

Yes. He holds the LICSW credential, which stands for Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker. License details: MN LICSW 23282.

In which languages does Rick (Richard) Jackson provide therapy?

Rick (Richard) Jackson provides therapy in English.

Where is Rick (Richard) Jackson located?

Rick (Richard) Jackson is located in Minnesota.

How can I work with Rick (Richard) Jackson as my therapist?

You can work with Rick (Richard) Jackson through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Rick (Richard) Jackson work with international clients?

Yes, Rick (Richard) Jackson works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Rick (Richard) Jackson 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your 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

Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early bonds influence current relationship patterns and emotional responses - it helps people recognize and shift behaviors tied to trust, abandonment fears, or closeness difficulties. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathic listening and the client’s own perspective, creating space to build self-esteem, process transitions, and clarify personal values through supportive, non-directive dialogue. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and behavior patterns and practicing concrete strategies to reduce anxiety, lift mood, and improve day-to-day functioning.

Choosing the best approach is a collaborative process. Rick partners with each person to assess needs, goals, and preferences, and adapts methods over time so therapy fits the individual rather than forcing a single model.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place via video calls, phone conversations, live chat, or text-based messaging - which helps people maintain continuity of care around work, family, and other commitments. Licensed professionals and therapists can deliver the same therapeutic techniques through these formats, making it easier to access consistent support from home or while traveling.

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