Works with
- Anger
- Stress, Anxiety
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Self esteem
- Depression
How Gerard works
Practical facts
- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in
- New York
- Years in practice
- 28
- Languages
- English
- Session format
- Online, through our partner platform
About Gerard
Gerard Riconda is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people dealing with anger, stress, anxiety, and life changes. He draws on decades of experience to offer calm, practical support when feelings feel overwhelming. Gerard writes in clear, direct language and focuses on what will help in day-to-day life.
Gerard earned his Master of Social Work from Fordham University School of Social Services. Early in his career he worked with families and children in the foster care system and later as a medical social worker in a rehabilitation hospital supporting amputees and people recovering from stroke and head injury.
Background and approach
Over the past 28 years he has worked with many people who have complex or long-standing difficulties. He tends to begin by listening closely and building trust. Gerard emphasizes empathy and a straightforward tone in sessions.
He believes therapy should be tailored - there is no one-size-fits-all method - so he and each person decide together what approaches to use. His clinical approaches include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and EMDR. These are used to address concerns such as depression, grief, relationship strain, impulsivity, ADHD, and mood disorders.
Gerard practices in New York and offers sessions in English. He works with people who want help sorting through family problems, career stress, coping after trauma, or managing strong emotions like anger.
What Gerard works with
Everything Gerard lists, in the therapist's own terms. Anger is the reason this directory exists; the rest tells you what usually sits alongside it in Gerard's practice.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Relationship issues
- Grief
- Anger management
- Career difficulties
- Bipolar disorder
- Coping with life changes
- Coaching
- Compassion fatigue
- ADHD
- Antisocial personality
- Body image
- Co-morbidity
- Commitment issues
- Communication problems
- Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
- Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
- Emptiness
- Family problems
- First responder issues
- Impulsivity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Mood disorders
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Paranoia
- Personality disorders
- Phobias
- Post-traumatic stress
- Prejudice and discrimination
- Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Self-harm
- Self-love
- Smoking / vaping cessation
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Workplace issues
Approaches Gerard lists
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Hypnotherapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
- Internal Family Systems
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
How Gerard Applies Therapy Online
Gerard commonly uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in online work. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy focuses on noticing thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, and helps people act toward their values even when emotions are strong. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy looks at how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors connect, and teaches practical skills to change unhelpful patterns.He approaches therapeutic method as a collaboration. Gerard listens to each person's goals and concerns and helps figure out which approach or combination will likely be most useful. That decision is revisited as work progresses so sessions stay aligned with changing needs.
Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation and visual cues. Phone sessions can be a good option when bandwidth is limited or camera use is not desired. Live chat and messaging support shorter check-ins, ongoing coaching, or work between longer sessions. These options make it easier to fit therapy into workdays, caregiving schedules, or busy routines while keeping focus on progress and practical strategies.
Questions people ask about Gerard
What concerns does Gerard help with?
He works with a wide range of issues including anger, stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, ADHD, bipolar mood concerns, and career or life changes.
What is his general therapy style?
He uses a direct, empathetic approach and focuses on practical steps. Sessions emphasize listening first, then choosing strategies that fit each person's needs.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He brings 28 years of clinical experience, including work in foster care settings and as a medical social worker in rehabilitation.
What are his credentials and where is he located?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, licensed in New York and practices in New York.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
Sessions can be scheduled as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different schedules and preferences.
How is payment handled and what does therapy cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.