Finding Beauty on the Road to Becoming Your Best Self

Dr. Claudine Richard, PhD, LCSW, LICSW, LCSWC, BCD
Licensed Psychotherapist & Board-Certified Sex Therapist

Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck in unhealthy patterns, or struggling to navigate personal and relationship challenges?

At Embracing Life’s Journey, we provide professional therapy for individuals and couples looking to build resilience, gain clarity, and create deeper, more meaningful connections.

My name is Dr. Claudine Richard, a Licensed Psychotherapist and Board-Certified Sex Therapist with over two decades of clinical experience supporting individuals, couples, and families through life’s most complex emotional challenges.

Are you ready to make a change?

You don’t have to keep holding it all together on your own. Whether you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or simply tired of putting yourself last—this is your invitation to prioritize your healing and take back control of your life. I'm here to walk alongside you as you uncover the strength, clarity, and balance you've been seeking.

Specialties

  • Relationship Therapy & Couples Counseling

    Improve communication, rebuild trust, and strengthen emotional connections.

  • Anxiety & Stress Management

    Develop coping strategies to navigate life’s pressures with confidence.

  • Self-Esteem & Identity Work

    Overcome self-doubt and reconnect with your authentic self.

  • Sex Therapy & Intimacy Issues

    Address concerns around desire, connection, and sexual well-being in a safe, judgment-free space.

I am proudly affiliaited with

Therapy services are primarily offered on a private pay basis (cash, debit, or credit), which supports greater flexibility, confidentiality, and autonomy in our work together. While I am able to provide a super bill for clients seeking out-of-network reimbursement, I also accept a limited number of insurance plans to help increase accessibility when needed.

All couples work is cash pay- no insurance will be accepted for this service.

Payment is due at time of service.

I accept the following for of payments: All major credit cards, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Health Saving Accounts (HSA) Electronic payment via Zelle

While I generally operate as an out-of-network provider, I do accept select insurance plans in order to make therapy more accessible. I believe strongly in supporting access to quality mental health care for all.

Insurance

Payment Options

Why I Prefer Not to Work Directly with Insurance

  • You avoid having a mental health diagnosis permanently on your medical record.

  • Your personal information remains fully private and is not shared with insurance companies.

  • Your treatment plan is based on your goals and my clinical expertise, not dictated by insurance limitations.

If you wish to use out-of-network benefits, I’m happy to provide you with a superbill for reimbursement.

Note: Insurance coverage varies by state.

I am licensed in New York, Florida, Maryland, Massachusetts, and California. However, I do not accept insurance in the state of California.

Cancellation Policy

Please cancel or reschedule appointments at least 24 hours in advance.

  • Cancellations made with less than 24 hours’ notice

  • Or missed appointments (no-shows)

… will be charged the full session rate.