Therapist profile
Richard Ibrahim, LMFT
California
California LMFT - Anger and Relationships
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- CredentialsLMFT
- LicenseLMFT, California / 136217
- NPI1568951291
- Experience8 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationCalifornia
About
- Stress and anxiety
- Grief and loss
- Communication skills
About Richard
Richard Ibrahim is a California LMFT (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist) with eight years of clinical experience. He works with people dealing with stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, addictions, relationship difficulties, and anger. Sessions are presented in straightforward language and focus on practical steps rather than jargon.
He helps people who are coping with life changes, overwhelm, or recurring tension in close relationships. Richard also supports those handling mood problems, panic attacks, compassion fatigue, and issues like control struggles or impulsivity. He frames problems in day-to-day terms and looks for small, usable changes clients can try between sessions.
In session he talks through patterns of behavior and feeling to identify what keeps problems going. He uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and aims for clear goal setting and measurable changes. Conversations are direct and focused on skills people can apply at work, at home, and in social settings.
Richard brings a practical orientation to conversations about forgiveness, guilt, self-love, and life purpose. He offers help with communication difficulties, divorce or separation concerns, and midlife or men’s and women’s issues without assuming a single solution for everyone.
Language of care is English and his practice is based in California. Before booking, readers should confirm current session options. To begin, people follow the site steps to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
How sessions work
Approaches used in online sessions and how they help
Richard describes his work as grounded in evidence-based therapeutic techniques. One approach focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful behavior patterns by breaking problems into clear, manageable steps. This helps with recurring anger, impulsivity, and communication breakdowns.Another approach targets anxiety and mood symptoms by teaching practical coping skills such as breathing, grounding, and short behavioral experiments. These strategies are aimed at reducing panic-like reactions and improving day-to-day regulation.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the process. He works collaboratively with clients to choose methods that match their goals, needs, and preferences. That means trying techniques, reviewing what works, and adjusting the plan together over time.
The practical benefits of online sessions include fitting therapy into a busy life, shortening travel time, and making it easier to keep regular appointments. The original biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Many people find online sessions helpful for maintaining continuity of care and practicing new skills between meetings.
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Experience
8+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address related to anger?
He works with anger alongside stress, relationship strain, resentment, and impulse control. Anger is presented as one of several emotional challenges he helps people manage.
How would he approach work on temper and reactivity?
He uses practical, evidence-based techniques and focused conversations to identify triggers and develop alternative responses. Sessions emphasize skills you can use between meetings.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has eight years of experience as a clinician. That experience includes working with anxiety, grief, addictions, and mood concerns.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a California LMFT, which stands for Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and his practice is located in California.
Does he offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. He is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats are provided?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing is provided through the site’s payment information.
How do I start working with him?
Begin by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session through the site.
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
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