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James Ryczek(He/Him/His)

(He/Him/His)
Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, LICSW
Rhode Island
Addiction- Anxiety -Divorce & separation- LGBTQIA, gender, & sexuality topics- Trauma-Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)-
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Professional statement

Thanks for visiting my page. I try to help my clients feel "heard" and "seen" in tretament. I am happy to speak with you regarding my practice philosophy and approach. I am a behaviorist and a strengths-based practitioner. I don't use a lot of jargon. Instead I use common sense concepts to validate your experiences and understand your treatment goals. In addition, I use mind-body connection work to help you identify how their thoughts translate to feelings and result in the unhealthy behaviors they want to change, or the healthy ones they want to build upon.

My practice philosophy includes understanding how your life experiences made you who you are and in turn how you perceive the world. That way we can identify those health patterns/behaviors, and those that cause you problems.

Change is hard. I offer genuine, empathic, and authentic clinically-based treatment driven by, and focused on, your needs. I work to understand how you are “built” since we are all the sum of our collective unique experiences. Understanding your perspective allows me to best understand problematic thought patterns and habits. Then we can structure practical treatment that helps you reach your goals. I have worked for decades as a community-based practitioner and bring that perspective to treat trauma, anxiety, depression, and addiction issues that help my clients manage their relationships and lives.

Note to potential clients: I use Headway and SimplePractice as my scheduling and administrative insurance claims practice partners where I can see clients through Telehealth or in-person in my office. For more information and to book an appointment you can view my profile on their website. Or message me through Zencare if you have any questions.


Message to clients

Thank you for checking out my Zencare page. I am happy to chat with you about your therapy needs to see if we might be a good match. I've been in the field for a long time with a variety of experiences...at this point in my career there isn't much I haven't seen or heard. I am easy-going, empathic, and accessible. Call, text, or email to inquire and set up a time to talk. If you decide to start treatment, I suggest we meet a to discuss my practice philosophy so you can make an informed choice about entering treatment. I regularly structure time during treatment to check-in to see if my approach works for you. Feel free to reach out for a consultation session...then we can go from there.


Work and Education

Years of Experience: 31 years


Boston University, MSW, 1995

Licensure

Rhode Island: ISW01261

Languages

English

Specialties

Addiction - Coping with emotional discomfort and suffering; reducing or abstaining from unwanted behaviors such as unhealthy gambling or shopping

Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)

Divorce & separation - Questioning or feeling unsatisfied in your relationship; contemplation and navigation of separation; addressing issues of power, voice, and communication challenges

LGBTQIA, gender, & sexuality topics - Exploring topics of sexuality, gender, and identity; coping with discrimination and oppression; navigating relationship, family, and cultural challenges

Trauma - Coping and healing after threatening or scary events, such as witnessing accidents or experiencing sexual, verbal, emotional, or physical abuse

Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) - Healing painful experiences and memories from the past




Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Parents
  • Seniors (65+)
  • Young adults (18-24)

Locations & Hours


Insurance

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Neighborhood Health Plan of Rhode Island
  • Optum
  • United Healthcare

Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions:$100 (45min)

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