Tobi Ricca, LICSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

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

Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Washington

More about Tobi

35 years' experience
Female
LICSW

Come in. Bring your baggage. We'll sit together, unpack it, and figure out what has gone wrong and what now to do about it. It will be a journey, your journey; and I will be alongside you as a guide. Feeling overwhelmed and without direction is often what brings people into therapy. Once you take that step, you are no longer alone. Whether you are coping with a situational concern or a life-long condition, I have a range of approaches, honed during my 30 years in the profession that will be useful on your journey.

From EMDR, Solution-Focused counseling, & talk therapies to the less well-known Imagery therapies, Expressive Arts, & Energy techniques, these approaches will help you achieve your goals; and as a Board-Certified Expert in Traumatic Stress, I am well-equipped to help if you have a history of trauma.

In addition, my Imagery studies were with Akhter Ahsen, Ph.D., founder of Eidetic Imagery Psychotherapy, and for the 20+ years I have been using imagery, I have seen the strong and positive impact it has had on many lives. LGBTQ and gender-diverse communities are welcome in my practice.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety LGBT Trauma and abuse Depression Coping with life changes Addictions Relationship issues Family conflicts Grief Intimacy-related issues Anger management Self esteem Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Coaching Abandonment Aging and geriatric issues Attachment issues Chronic pain, illness, and disability Divorce and separation Emptiness Family of origin issues Gender dysphoria Guilt and shame HIV / AIDS Immigration issues Isolation / loneliness Life purpose Midlife crisis Money and financial issues Mood disorders Multicultural concerns Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships Post-traumatic stress Prejudice and discrimination Self-harm Sexual assault and abuse Sexuality Social anxiety and phobia Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Client-Centered Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
Existential Therapy
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Mindfulness Therapy
Psychodynamic Therapy
Solution-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Tobi Ricca's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1174657324.

LICSW · Washington · LW 00004032 · Renews March 2026

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 Tobi Ricca offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Tobi Ricca 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 Tobi Ricca speak?

Tobi Ricca speaks English.

How many years of experience does Tobi Ricca have?

Tobi Ricca has 35 years of experience.

Where is Tobi Ricca licensed to practice?

Tobi Ricca is licensed to practice in Washington.

Does Tobi Ricca accept clients outside of the United States?

Yes, Tobi Ricca 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 Tobi Ricca offer?

Tobi Ricca offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Tobi Ricca?

Tobi Ricca 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 Tobi Ricca?

Just tap the CHAT 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. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.

And recovery is possible.

When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.