About Ruifeng
Dr. Ruifeng (Richard) Cui is a clinical psychologist licensed in West Virginia. He holds a PhD in clinical psychology and has seven years of experience helping people with anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and related concerns.
He focuses on identifying the specific problems a person wants to address. Sessions emphasize clear goals and practical steps rather than vague talk. The work is collaborative - the therapist and client decide what to try and then check how it’s working.
Background and approach
Richard uses a mix of well-known approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, tailoring techniques to each person’s needs. He also draws on mindfulness and client-centered methods to help people manage stress, anger, and low self-esteem. People often come for help with life transitions, career stress, relationship difficulties, and problems with sleep or attention.
He also supports those facing caregiver strain, immigration-related stress, or feelings of isolation and emptiness. In sessions, Richard aims to teach practical skills that can be used between meetings. He works with clients on coping strategies, communication skills, and ways to reduce panic and obsessive thinking.
The goal is steady, manageable progress rather than quick fixes.
How his approaches translate to online care
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping people notice unhelpful thoughts and commit to actions that match their values. It can be useful for anxiety, depression, and problems with avoidance. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) teaches specific skills to change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, which can reduce panic, obsessive thinking, and sleep disruption. Mindfulness Therapy involves attention training and present-moment exercises that help reduce stress and improve emotional regulation.Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. He will work with each person to identify what feels most useful based on goals, preferences, and progress. Sessions may combine elements from different methods to fit the person's needs rather than sticking to a single technique.
Online formats offered include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video is well suited for face-to-face conversation and skills practice. Phone sessions can be simpler when bandwidth is limited or when someone prefers not to be on camera. Live chat and text messaging are useful for shorter check-ins, coaching between sessions, or when written reflection helps the person process thoughts. These options give flexibility for busy schedules and different communication styles.
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What this therapist works with
Most often
- Stress, Anxiety
- Sleeping disorders
- Depression
Also listed
- ADHD
- Aging and geriatric issues
- Anger management
- Career difficulties
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Coaching
- Communication problems
- Compassion fatigue
- Coping with life changes
- Eating disorders
- Emptiness
- Family conflicts
- Family problems
- Immigration issues
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Mood disorders
- Multicultural concerns
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Parenting issues
- Personality disorders
- Phobias
- Prejudice and discrimination
- Relationship issues
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Self esteem
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
- Workplace issues
Therapeutic approaches
- Experience
- 7 years
- Licensed
- West Virginia
- Languages
- English
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