Shameca Ricks, Counselor

Shameca Ricks

(She/Her/Hers)

Counselor, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

Accepting clients
Updated 6 days ago
11 years in practice

We help our clients navigate through life changes without sacrificing their mental health!

I am a LGBTQ+ affirming therapist who has experience in working with all gender identities across this spectrum. If you are experiencing challenges with substance abuse, anxiety, depression, stress, mood disorders, or need a helping hand with life difficulties, I am here to help. I strive to provide a relaxed and comfortable environment that promotes trust and healing. I am dedicated to walking with you every step of the way on your journey to wholeness. My therapeutic approach is eclectic and tailored to the needs of the individual. I utilize CBT, Strengths-Based, DBT, and Solutions Focused approaches to provide practical strategies, behavioral change, and personal growth. It does not matter who you are or what you have been through, you can recover!

Remote
Speaks English
Emergency number not available
African American/BlackCisgender WomanLGBTQIA+ ally

Practice hours (MDT)

Sun
closed
Mon
9:00 am 5:00 pm
Tue
9:00 am 5:00 pm
Wed
9:00 am 5:00 pm
Thu
9:00 am 5:00 pm
Fri
9:00 am 1:00 pm
Sat
closed

Areas of focus

Areas of expertise

  • Abuse
  • Alcohol Use
  • Anger Issues
  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Family Caregiving Stress
  • Grief and Loss
  • Infidelity
  • Life Transitions
  • Perfectionism
  • Performance Anxiety
  • Racial/Cultural Oppression or Trauma
  • Relationship(s) with Partner/Husband/Wife
  • School Concerns
  • Self-Esteem
  • Social Anxiety
  • Trauma
  • Women's Issues
  • Work/Life Balance

Age groups

  • Young adults (18-30)
  • Adults (31-64)
  • Seniors (65 or older)

Treatment specialties

Treatments

  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Remote options

  • Video

Payment options

$120 — $150per session

Insurance

In-network coverage provided for the following insurance companies

  • Aetna – Arizona
  • Aetna – North Carolina
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield – North Carolina
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield – Arizona
  • Cigna – Arizona
  • ComPsych – Arizona
  • Magellan – Arizona
  • Medcost – North Carolina
  • Optum – North Carolina
  • Optum – Arizona
  • United Health Care – Arizona
  • United Health Care – North Carolina
  • In-network insurance
  • Out-of-pocket
  • Sliding scale

Payment methods

  • Credit Card
  • Debit Card
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Health Savings Account
  • Paypal

Credentials

Licenses

  • LCSW

    C009720, North Carolina

  • LCSW

    19199, Arizona

Education

  • East Carolina University

    MSW (Master of Social Work), 2013

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