Richard-Michael Calzada, MS, LPC
Richard-Michael specializes in treating teens and adults struggling with trauma, grief, anxiety, and depression. With extensive experience and an open-minded approach, he provides unwavering support and offers coping strategies. Richard Michael’s commitment to multicultural and gender-affirming counseling ensures you will be met with understanding and respect.
Through evidence-based techniques like EMDR, CBT, and DBT, he empowers you to confidently navigate challenges, boost self-esteem, and embrace personal growth. He excels in connecting with your emotions, beliefs, and somatic experiences, providing grounding and reassurance throughout your therapeutic journey. Richard-Michael enjoys working with the LGBTQ+ community in an affirmative and supportive manner.
Education and Training
- Licensed Professional Counselor
- Masters of Science, University of North Texas
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Dialectical Behavioral Therapy
- Strength-Based
Areas of Focus
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Grief & Loss
- Gender Identity
- Trauma
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