Estelle has been an incredible support throughout my journey. She listens attentively, asks thoughtful questions, and provides actionable strategies that have truly helped me grow. Her compassionate approach creates a safe and welcoming environment where I’ve felt comfortable sharing my thoughts and challenges. She has an exceptional ability to provide insights that feel both meaningful and empowering, and I’ve gained so much clarity and confidence .
Estelle Richardson, LICSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Estelle is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Estelle. View 14 reviews
- Great news, Estelle is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in District of Columbia
Recent reviews
Dr. Richardson is incredibly intuitive and thoughtful. She listens very well, addresses my concerns, anxieties and challenges with wisdom and compassion. She is wonderful.
More about Estelle
- 5 years' experience
- Female
- LICSW
I am licensed in District of Columbia with more than 25 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, coping with grief and loss, & motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Self esteem
Coping with life changes
Licenses
Estelle Richardson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1083309231.
- LICSW · District of Columbia · LC301001 · Expires July 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.
Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.
Reviews for Estelle Richardson
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Estelle has been an incredible support throughout my journey. She listens attentively, asks thoughtful questions, and provides actionable strategies that have truly helped me grow. Her compassionate approach creates a safe and welcoming environment where I’ve felt comfortable sharing my thoughts and challenges. She has an exceptional ability to provide insights that feel both meaningful and empowering, and I’ve gained so much clarity and confidence .
Dr. Richardson is incredibly intuitive and thoughtful. She listens very well, addresses my concerns, anxieties and challenges with wisdom and compassion. She is wonderful.
I have been seeing Estelle for almost a year now and she has been a wonderful guide for me. I have had a lot of life changes both happy and sad and Estelle has been there to help me through all of it. She listens and provides advice and guidance. She is truly wonderful
Estelle is a wonderful therapist. She is fully engaged, and extremely patient. I know that she is listening to my concerns and she always guides me back to therapy goals. I tend to get frustrated and walk away from therapy when I don’t see immediate results. Estelle’s approach has encouraged me to keep doing the work.
Great listener and remembers what you’ve shared. She takes time after hours to consider how to best help you and comes ready with a plan. She has so much positive energy but is also very honest and pushes when necessary.
Great therapist
Estelle is a consummate professional, someone who can help you grow
Estelle is kind, patient, and truly challenges my ways of thought such that I can grow from unproductive behaviors.
She’s truly an amazing person to chat with. Extremely helpful.
She is very wise, very patient and very intuitive. She is also kind and flexible. She knows when to push me for more and when to wait to circle back later.
Good listener very supportive
Wonderful, respectful and caring.
She’s is awesome and has helped me a lot! Highly recommend her.
She's great
Frequently asked questions
Does Estelle Richardson offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Estelle Richardson works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Estelle Richardson speak?
Estelle Richardson speaks English.
How many years of experience does Estelle Richardson have?
Estelle Richardson has 5 years of experience.
Where is Estelle Richardson licensed to practice?
Estelle Richardson is licensed to practice in District of Columbia.
Does Estelle Richardson accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Estelle Richardson does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
How can I communicate with Estelle Richardson?
Estelle Richardson can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Estelle Richardson?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.