Ricci Oppenlander, LPC

Illinois · 8 years in practice

Ricci Oppenlander is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) who uses an existential approach to help people find direction and meaning.

License and registration

LCPC, Illinois: 180.010426 · expires March 2027
LPC, Colorado: 0017823 · expires August 2027
LPC, Michigan: 6401222910 · expires September 2028
LPC, Arizona: LPC-21694 · expires December 2026
LMHC, Washington: LH61566307 · expires April 2026
LPC, Oregon: C9027 · expires April 2027
NPI: 1598136970 · national provider identifier
Years in practice: 8
Languages: English

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About Ricci

Ricci Oppenlander is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) who uses an existential approach to help people find direction and meaning. She focuses on building practical goals that reflect each person's values and strengths. Ricci works with adults facing depression, anxiety, and life transitions.

She takes a straightforward and respectful approach in sessions. Ricci centers therapy on the individual's experience and choices. She encourages clients to notice what matters most to them and to take small steps toward those priorities.

Background and approach

Sessions emphasize honest conversation and concrete strategies rather than abstract theories. Her style blends several practical methods to suit the person in front of her. Cognitive behavioral techniques are used to change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people clarify values and tolerate difficult feelings while moving toward meaningful action. Attachment-based ideas guide work on relationship patterns and how early bonds affect present responses. Client-centered elements keep the dialog respectful and collaborative, with the client leading the pace and focus.

Ricci brings eight years of counseling experience in Michigan to her work. She is accustomed to helping clients cope with grief, addictions, workplace stress, communication problems, and challenges faced by young adults. She also supports people dealing with cancer-related concerns and multicultural issues.

In session, Ricci aims to empower people to act on their values and strengths. She helps clients set realistic steps, notice progress, and adjust plans when needed. The work is practical, direct, and rooted in each person’s lived experience.

Focus areas and approaches

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Approaches Ricci names

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Online support

Therapeutic approaches and online care that fit your life

Ricci often draws on Existential Therapy to help people name what matters and examine life choices. This approach focuses on meaning, responsibility, and finding direction when life feels unclear or heavy.

She also uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, which helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings while moving toward actions that match their values. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is used to identify and shift thought patterns and behaviors that keep problems stuck. These methods are practical and aim to produce clear steps you can try between sessions.

Choosing the right approach is something Ricci does together with each person. She listens to your concerns, discusses different methods, and suggests a direction based on your goals and preferences. The plan can change over time as needs shift.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video sessions allow face-to-face work and deeper dialogue. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or you need a shorter check-in. Live chat and text messaging offer quick ways to process thoughts between appointments. These choices make it easier to fit therapy into work, school, or caregiving schedules while keeping a steady course toward your goals.

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Questions people ask

What kinds of concerns does Ricci help with?

Ricci assists people facing stress, anxiety, grief, depression, addictions, self-esteem issues, and compassion fatigue. She also addresses relationship and communication problems, workplace issues, and life purpose questions.

What is her therapy style like in sessions?

She uses a direct, respectful, and goal-focused style that centers the client's choices and values. Sessions combine conversation with practical exercises to support change.

How much clinical experience does she have?

Ricci has eight years of counseling experience working with adults on depression, anxiety, and life transitions. That background informs her practical approach to problem solving.

What credentials and location should I know about?

Ricci holds the credential LPC, listed as MI LPC and CO LPC, and practices from Michigan. These details reflect her professional standing and regional licensure information.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with her?

International clients are not currently accepted.

What session formats are available?

She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different schedules and needs.

How do sessions cost and how do I start?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability and uses a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

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