Necole Richardson, LPCC, LCMHC
Compassionate therapist for anxiety and trauma
- Anxiety and trauma focus
- Evidence-based and collaborative
- Tennessee licensed counselor
About Necole Richardson
Necole Richardson is a licensed therapist based in Tennessee who supports people navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, and personal growth. With a compassionate, culturally responsive stance, she centers each person’s unique identity and experience while guiding them toward greater resilience and self-understanding. Necole brings seven years of clinical experience to her practice and holds LPCC and LCMHC credentials - LPCC stands for Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and LCMHC stands for Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor - reflecting her training in therapeutic care.
Her work emphasizes developing self-love, strengthening communication, and addressing social anxiety while helping clients explore questions of purpose and personal transformation. She is committed to accompanying those facing shame, isolation, workplace stress, and other life transitions, offering affirming support as clients work toward meaningful change.
Drawing on evidence-based methods, Necole creates a collaborative space where people can examine their experiences, build coping skills, and cultivate lasting growth. Her approach is respectful, strengths-focused, and tailored to each individual’s goals and values, with an emphasis on practical strategies and relational understanding.
Her work emphasizes developing self-love, strengthening communication, and addressing social anxiety while helping clients explore questions of purpose and personal transformation. She is committed to accompanying those facing shame, isolation, workplace stress, and other life transitions, offering affirming support as clients work toward meaningful change.
Drawing on evidence-based methods, Necole creates a collaborative space where people can examine their experiences, build coping skills, and cultivate lasting growth. Her approach is respectful, strengths-focused, and tailored to each individual’s goals and values, with an emphasis on practical strategies and relational understanding.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Relationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementSelf esteemBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFertility issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSex addictionSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Existential Therapy Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Gottman Method Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Necole Richardson have?
Necole Richardson has 7 years of experience.
Is Necole Richardson a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds LPCC and LCMHC credentials. License details are KY LPCC 269552 and UT LCMHC 12923207-6004.
In which languages does Necole Richardson provide therapy?
Necole Richardson provides therapy in English.
Where is Necole Richardson located?
Necole Richardson is located in Tennessee.
How can I work with Necole Richardson as my therapist?
You can work with Necole Richardson through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Necole Richardson work with international clients?
Necole Richardson does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Necole Richardson cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic approaches for online healing and growth
Necole Richardson integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Client-Centered Therapy into her online work. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them and focuses on identifying values-guided actions - it can be useful for anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) teaches practical skills to identify unhelpful thinking patterns and change behaviors that maintain distress, which is often helpful for mood disorders, anxiety, and stress-related concerns. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, respect, and collaboration, creating space for clients to explore identity, relationships, and self-worth at their own pace.
Navigating which approach fits best is part of the therapeutic process. Necole works collaboratively with clients to tailor techniques to their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting methods as progress unfolds to ensure the treatment feels relevant and effective.
Online sessions - whether by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging - offer flexibility for scheduling around work, family, and other commitments. These formats make it easier to access licensed professionals from home or on the go, supporting continuity of care and consistent practice of new skills between sessions.