Gerard Riconda , LCSW

Gerard Riconda is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who completed his Master of Social Work at Fordham University School of Social Services. He began his clinical training working with families and children involved in the foster care system, gaining early experience in family dynamics and child welfare. He also worked briefly as a medical social worker in a rehabilitation hospital, supporting clients such as amputees and individuals recovering from stroke and head injuries.

Over the course of his career, Gerard has built decades of clinical experience, with a core 25-year span working with clients who are hard to reach and present with a wide range of diagnoses. He is comfortable supporting diverse client populations and brings a steady emphasis on empathy to his clinical work. Gerard values a flexible approach to treatment and recognizes that no single method fits every person. He collaborates with clients to identify the most effective strategies for their situation, drawing on a range of clinical modalities when appropriate.

Clients working with Gerard can expect a practitioner who prioritizes understanding each person as an individual, explores multiple therapeutic options, and partners with them to discover the approach that best addresses their needs and goals.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Gerard Riconda

Gerard integrates evidence-informed approaches to support clients in navigating stress, trauma, relationship challenges, and life transitions. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients clarify personal values and develop practical strategies to accept difficult thoughts and feelings while taking meaningful action - it can be useful for anxiety, depression, and coping with life changes. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on building a strong therapeutic relationship, offering empathy and nonjudgmental support so clients can explore their experiences at their own pace - it often helps with self-esteem, grief, and relationship concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) addresses the links between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors by teaching skills to reframe unhelpful thinking and develop coping strategies - it is commonly applied to anxiety, depression, and stress-related issues.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Gerard works collaboratively with each person to assess their needs, preferences, and goals, and adapts methods so the treatment fits the individual rather than forcing a single model. This collaborative stance helps clients participate actively in shaping their care.

Online therapy with Gerard offers practical flexibility - sessions can be scheduled as video calls or phone appointments, and shorter exchanges can take place via live chat or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care around work, family, or other commitments and support consistent progress over time.