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Rian Merrick

Therapist(He/Him)
6 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Trauma, Transgender issues
  • Individual therapy, Couples therapy, Family therapy

Great to meet you!

Congratulations on taking one of the most difficult steps in your journey: reaching out for help!

My name is Rian, and I am a licensed mental health counselor and certified group facilitation specialist with over fourteen years of experience in working with LGBTQ+ adults, youth and parents, mood disorders, anxiety, depression, autism spectrum disorder, eating disorders, relationship dynamics, marriage and family, and ethical non-monogamy, with a specialization in group facilitation, and I am a proud Caribbean American.

My approach to therapy

My approach is eclectic, direct, creative, and integrative; grounded in evidence-based practices, such as person-centred therapy, the existential approach, and cognitive behavioral therapy. My therapy style is warm, caring, collaborative, and empowering.

What you can expect from me

As your therapist, I'm not here to judge or tell you what to do. Instead, I will help you recognize and build upon your hidden strengths and abilities by equipping you with the tools you need to navigate the stresses of life. You don't have to do it alone; book with me and let's get through this together!

About me

  • I identify as
    Asian, Black or African descent, Caucasian, Other Racial or Ethnic Background, Cisgender Man
  • My style is
    Open Minded, Solution Oriented, Empowering

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    6 years of experience
  • Training
    MC (Masters in Counseling) at Nova University
  • License type
    LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor) (Florida)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Cigna

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Trauma, Transgender issues
  • More specialties
    ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Eating disorders, OCD, Family issues, Anger management, Panic disorders, Cultural & ethnic issues, Grief or loss, Physical health issues, Identity issues, Chronic conditions
  • Therapy methods
    Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Narrative Therapy, Solution Focused Couples Therapy, Attachment Based, Cognitive Behavioral Family Therapy, Gestalt, Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Positive Psychology, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Psychodynamic, Trauma Focused CBT, Strength-Based, Psychoeducational Family Therapy, Humanistic, Motivational Interviewing, Attachment Based Family Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Couples therapy, Family therapy
  • Ages served
    Adolescents, Adults
  • Languages
    English