Richard Amaral

My name is Rick Amaral, ACSW, LCSW. Let me begin by fully introducing myself and sharing with you my years of experience as a clinician, manager and director. I have been working with children, teens and adults in many different formats (i.e. individual, family work, group work) for over 30 years in both private practice, and with local community mental health agencies. I am also an Adjunct Professor for the past 20+ yrs., teaching psychology/sociology courses (graduate & undergraduate level).

I would like to utilize a strengths-based approach to identify areas that you would like to work on. I would like to hear about past life events and journeys that you think have contributed to your development (positive & otherwise). My preferred way of assisting is to focus on a Life Narrative format. Such narratives allow for many chapters, some written, many left to be written. When warranted, I will provide psycho-educational information on topics of interest (skill building, mindfulness).

You will be heard, validated and supported in your desires to work on life's challenges and feel that you have someone in your corner to provide guidance and advice.