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Richard Kurson, LICSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Richard is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

FSA/HSA accepted
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Massachusetts

More about Richard

  • 30 years' experience
  • Male
  • LICSW

I am licensed in Massachusetts with 30 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with addiction, stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. My style is insight oriented therapy. The better you get to know yourself the better! I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Addictions Relationship issues Grief Depression Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Parenting issues Anger management Self esteem Career difficulties Communication problems Drug and alcohol addiction Family problems Guilt and shame Isolation / loneliness Mood disorders Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Social anxiety and phobia

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Psychodynamic Therapy

Licenses

Richard Kurson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1740363233.

  • LICSW · Massachusetts · LICSW1031761 · Renews March 2027

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Richard Kurson offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Richard Kurson works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Richard Kurson speak?

Richard Kurson speaks English.

How many years of experience does Richard Kurson have?

Richard Kurson has 30 years of experience.

Where is Richard Kurson licensed to practice?

Richard Kurson is licensed to practice in Massachusetts.

Does Richard Kurson accept FSA/HSA?

Yes, Richard Kurson accepts FSA/HSA meaning you can pay for sessions with your pre-tax healthcare dollars. Every year hundreds of thousands of people use their FSA/HSA to pay for therapy.

Does Richard Kurson accept clients outside of the United States?

Yes, Richard Kurson accepts clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Richard Kurson offer?

Richard Kurson offers clients Client-Centered Therapy and Psychodynamic Therapy.

How can I communicate with Richard Kurson?

Richard Kurson can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Richard Kurson?

Just tap the BOOK NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation.

Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.

And recovery is possible.

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When you tap BOOK NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation.

FSA/HSA eligible