Marsha Hicks (Richards), LCSW

Support for mental health and addiction recovery

Dual diagnosis experience
Strengths based perspective
Client guided care

About Marsha Hicks (Richards)

Marsha Hicks (Richards), LCSW, earned a Master’s Degree in Social Work from Stony Brook University School of Social Welfare and has worked in the mental health field since 2004. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Florida, she brings 21 years of experience and has practiced in both inpatient and outpatient settings, supporting people through a wide range of concerns and life stages.

Her work includes counseling for individuals and groups, with particular focus on dual diagnoses where mental health concerns and addictions occur together. Marsha draws from multiple evidence-informed methods and tailors therapy to the person in front of her, using a strengths-based, eclectic approach grounded in humanistic psychology. Her style is guided by each client’s needs, with care that aims to help clients build insight, practical coping tools, and a steadier sense of direction during challenging times.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, Anxiety Addictions Grief Self esteem Depression

Also Specializes In

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPost-traumatic stressSelf-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Marsha Hicks (Richards) have?

Marsha Hicks (Richards) has 21 years of experience in the field.

Is Marsha Hicks (Richards) a licensed therapist?

Yes. Marsha Hicks (Richards) is an LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) and is licensed in Florida (FL LCSW SW14568).

In which languages does Marsha Hicks (Richards) provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Marsha Hicks (Richards) located?

Marsha Hicks (Richards) is located in Florida.

How can I work with Marsha Hicks (Richards) as my therapist?

You can work with Marsha Hicks (Richards) through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what fits your needs and what is available.

Does Marsha Hicks (Richards) work with international clients?

Yes. Marsha Hicks (Richards) works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Marsha Hicks (Richards) cost?

The cost of therapy can vary based on factors like your location and the therapist’s availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For the most current details, click the “Start Therapy” button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started 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 that translate well to online care

Marsha Hicks (Richards), LCSW, incorporates evidence-informed approaches that can be effective in an online setting. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on the connection between thoughts, feelings, and actions, helping clients notice patterns that may be fueling stress, anxiety, depression, or substance use and then practice realistic, workable alternatives in daily life.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) adds practical skills for navigating intense emotions, improving distress tolerance, and strengthening communication. It can be especially helpful for clients who feel overwhelmed, stuck in reactive cycles, or looking to build steadier coping strategies. Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early and current relationships shape emotional needs and expectations, which can support work around relationship concerns, grief, trauma, and intimacy-related issues.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. Therapy is collaborative, and Marsha works with clients to clarify goals, preferences, and what has or has not helped before, adjusting the plan over time as needs change.

Online therapy can make support easier to fit into real life. Clients can connect through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for busy schedules, travel, or times when getting to an office is difficult.

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