Ricardo Bolton, LCSW

Ricardo Bolton is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Texas with nine years of clinical experience. He works with people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, relationship struggles, low self-esteem, depression, addictions, grief, parenting pressures, and anger. Sessions focus on what’s happening now and on practical steps to manage strong feelings and daily pressures.

He draws on several evidence-based approaches. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is used to identify unhelpful thinking and shift behaviors. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationships shape current patterns. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clarify values and build actions that match them.

Ricardo has worked with veterans on military-specific issues and has facilitated groups around domestic violence and substance use when appropriate. His background includes a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Belhaven University and a Master of Social Work from the University of Southern Mississippi. He lists a broad focus that includes coping skills, parenting concerns, and anger management.

In session he aims to be a sounding board and a guide for decision-making. Conversations are paced to help people re-establish a sense of self and gain more control over daily choices. He also brings experience addressing chronic stressors, caregiving strain, and adjustment after major life changes.

People can expect straightforward work on thoughts, behaviors, and relationship patterns. The focus is on practical strategies that can be used between sessions to reduce reactivity, improve communication, and manage frustration.

Using ACT, CBT, and Attachment work in online sessions