Works with
- Anger
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Anger management
How Russell works
Practical facts
- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in
- Nevada
- Years in practice
- 12
- Languages
- English
- Session format
- Online, through our partner platform
About Russell
Russell Higgins is a licensed clinical social worker who has provided therapy for more than 12 years. He practices in Nevada and focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, relationship strain, grief, family conflict, and anger. He aims to make the first step toward change feel easier and less overwhelming.
He creates a conversational, accepting atmosphere where people can speak openly about difficult feelings. Sessions are straightforward and goal-oriented, with a mix of practical skills and space to process emotions.
Background and approach
He uses techniques that help people notice patterns, test new behaviors, and reduce intense reactions. Russell often draws on client-centered methods to follow each person's lead and build on their strengths. He pairs that with cognitive behavioral strategies to address unhelpful thoughts and behaviors in day-to-day life.
Mindfulness practices are used to calm the body and sharpen awareness when emotions run high. When relationship concerns arise he may use elements of the Gottman Method to improve communication and reduce hurtful cycles. He also brings psychodynamic ideas into sessions to help people understand recurring patterns rooted in earlier life experiences.
The mix of approaches is chosen to match each person's needs. Russell works with adults who want clear, practical steps and a supportive space to change. He encourages honest conversation, notes progress along the way, and adjusts methods to fit what’s working.
People leave with everyday tools they can use between sessions.
What Russell works with
Everything Russell lists, in the therapist's own terms. Anger is the reason this directory exists; the rest tells you what usually sits alongside it in Russell's practice.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Anger management
- Aging and geriatric issues
- Communication problems
- Divorce and separation
- Family of origin issues
- Family problems
- Fatherhood issues
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Hospice and end-of-life counseling
- Impulsivity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Self-love
- Sexuality
- Social anxiety and phobia
Approaches Russell lists
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Gottman Method
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
Approaches and online options for real-life problems
Russell uses client-centered therapy, focusing on listening and building on each person's strengths. This approach helps when someone needs a supportive space to talk and make decisions. He also uses cognitive behavioral therapy, which looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and actions and teaches practical tools to change unhelpful patterns.Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. He works with clients to decide which methods suit their goals, needs, and preferences. Sessions can shift over time so techniques match current challenges and progress.
Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video calls are useful for face-to-face conversation and working through exercises together. Phone sessions can be easier when video is not possible or bandwidth is limited. Live chat and text-based messaging make shorter check-ins or ongoing support more convenient between longer sessions. These options are designed to fit different schedules and communication preferences.
Questions people ask about Russell
What concerns does Russell help with?
He helps people facing stress, anxiety, relationship strain, family conflict, grief, and anger, plus related issues like communication problems, divorce, and fatherhood concerns.
What is his therapeutic style like?
Sessions are conversational and goal-focused. He combines listening with practical skills so people leave with usable strategies.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 12 years of therapy experience working with adults on a range of emotional and relationship concerns.
What are his credentials and where is he located?
He holds an LCSW credential, listed as NV LCSW, and practices in Nevada.
Which languages and international options are available?
Sessions are offered in English. He is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats are offered?
He meets with clients via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging depending on what fits the person's needs.
How are costs and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions based on the therapist's availability.