Hazel Richards, LCSW, CSW

Therapist in Colorado

Compassionate social worker focused on practical goals

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Client-centered care
Solution-focused steps
Experience with veterans

About Hazel

Hazel Richards is a licensed clinical social worker with more than 30 years in the field. She works with people facing depression, anxiety, stress, addictions, and relationship or family concerns. Hazel aims to help clients clarify goals and take practical steps toward them.

Hazel's background includes child welfare, special education, hospital work, and mental health rehabilitation. She has experience supporting adults and parents, and she currently works with the Department of Veterans' Affairs assisting veterans who face PTSD, depression, anxiety, or substance issues.

Her approach centers on helping people name clear goals and spot what gets in the way. She focuses on building strengths and identifying resources that can help in daily life. Sessions often look at small, manageable steps that move toward a client's personal goals.

Hazel draws on client-centered methods that prioritize the client's perspective and on solution-focused work that finds practical strategies. She also uses ideas from Jungian therapy when exploring personal meaning and life patterns. Together these approaches shape a pragmatic, person-focused style of care.

Hazel holds the credential Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, and the CSW designation. She practices in Colorado and conducts sessions in English. To begin, people complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule according to her availability.

This summary is based on the profile information listed on BetterHelp.

How her approaches shape online work

Hazel often uses client-centered therapy, which centers on the client's experience and priorities and helps people feel heard while they set their own goals. It is useful for depression, relationship concerns, and finding direction in life.

She also draws on solution-focused therapy, which emphasizes practical steps and short-term strategies. This approach looks for immediate changes a person can try between sessions to build momentum toward goals.

Jungian ideas may be used to consider personal meaning, recurring life patterns, or symbolism that matters to a client. Those perspectives can help when people want to understand deeper themes behind their moods or behaviors.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Hazel will work with each person to decide which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts tools and strategies over time based on how well they help the client move toward their goals.

Session logistics and formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow a shorter check-in when needed, or remove travel time. Licensed professionals often tailor session length and focus so therapy better fits everyday life.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Hazel commonly address?

She works with depression, anxiety, stress, addictions, relationship and family issues, grief, trauma and related problems listed in her specialties.

What is her general therapy style?

Hazel uses a client-centered stance and solution-focused techniques to help clients set goals and try practical steps that fit their lives.

What is her professional background?

She has over 30 years of experience across child welfare, special education, hospitals, and mental health rehabilitation, and currently works with the Department of Veterans' Affairs.

What credentials and location are listed?

She holds LCSW and CSW credentials and practices in Colorado.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Does she work with international clients?

She does not accept international clients at this time.

How are costs handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to her availability.

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