Therapist in Clarkston, Michigan Kurt Richards, Therapist
License: LMSW
Provider Gender: Male
Ages Served: 11-65+
Appointments: In-office and Telehealth
Manages Medications: No, provides therapy only

Kurt Richards, LMSW
The therapeutic relationship begins with the first meeting between the client and the therapist. It’s extremely important for the client to feel comfortable and have trust that the therapist is genuinely concerned with the issues the client bring into the relationship. It takes courage for a client to begin therapy and I have an intuitive ability to support and validate those fears so that the client feels safe to continue to want to work on issues that brings them into therapy. Approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral therapy, strength based, person-centered, and solution focused therapy are the models that I use interactively. I find that many clients can come to a cognitive level of change but can be unprepared to follow through on the emotional level. It is a humbling experience to see clients make changes when the cognitive and emotional levels are congruent and work together harmoniously to overcome prior barriers to needed change.
Expertise
Insurances Accepted
- Aetna
- Behavioral Health Systems (BHS)
- Behavioral Health Systems (BHS)-EAP
- Blue Care Network of Michigan
- Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
- Carelon (Beacon)
- Evernorth (Cigna)
- Evernorth (Cigna)-EAP
- Health Alliance Plan
- McLaren Health Plan
- MediNcrease Health Plans (MHP)
- Meridian Health Plan
- MultiPlan (PHCS)
- Optum (UnitedHealthcare)
- Optum (UnitedHealthcare)-EAP
- Partners Direct Health
- Physicians Health Network (PHP)
- Priority Health
- Provider Network of America (PNOA)
- Sana Benefits
- Tricare East (Humana Military)
Interventions
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Couples/Marital Counseling
- Family Therapy
- Mindfulness
- Parenting Skills
Populations
Education
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Wayne State Universary
Graduate School | 2001
Detroit, MI, United States Minor Outlying Islands
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Wayne State University
Undergraduate | 1996
Detroit, MI, United States
Languages
- English
FAQs
Please use our online form to schedule an appointment with Kurt Richards. You can also call 248-922-2300 to have someone assist you.
Kurt Richards generally accepts new patients but there could be a waitlist.
Please call 248-922-2300 to find out Kurt Richards's schedule and availability.
LifeStance Health providers accept most commercial insurance plans that are offered in the states where we offer services, including telehealth. Please see the following list of insurances accepted by Kurt Richards:
- Aetna
- Behavioral Health Systems (BHS)
- Behavioral Health Systems (BHS)-EAP
- Blue Care Network of Michigan
- Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
- Carelon (Beacon)
- Evernorth (Cigna)
- Evernorth (Cigna)-EAP
- Health Alliance Plan
- McLaren Health Plan
- MediNcrease Health Plans (MHP)
- Meridian Health Plan
- MultiPlan (PHCS)
- Optum (UnitedHealthcare)
- Optum (UnitedHealthcare)-EAP
- Partners Direct Health
- Physicians Health Network (PHP)
- Priority Health
- Provider Network of America (PNOA)
- Sana Benefits
- Tricare East (Humana Military)
If you don't see your insurance listed, please contact us at 248-922-2300 to see how we can help.
Kurt Richards is a Therapist and cannot prescribe medication. However, most LifeStance offices have a Psychiatrist or APN on staff who can prescribe medication if needed.
Yes, Kurt Richards does offer online telehealth visits.
Yes, Kurt Richards is currently offering in-office visits.