Dr. Judy Ricci, VA Psychologist, NY Psychologist
Compassionate, skills-based psychological care
Explore online therapy options- Years in practice
- 7
- Credentials
- VA Psychologist, NY Psychologist
- Licensed in
- Maryland, New York, Virginia
- Languages
- English
- Focus
- Stress, Anxiety
- Focus
- Addictions
- Focus
- Depression
About Judy
Dr. Judy Ricci is a clinical psychologist based in Virginia who uses practical, evidence-informed methods to help people manage stress, anxiety, depression, and parenting concerns. She holds a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology and lists seven years of clinical experience.
She works with people facing medical or chronic health challenges and those dealing with addictions or grief. Her sessions focus on clear, actionable steps. She draws on cognitive behavioral therapy to spot unhelpful thinking and change behaviors.
Background and approach
Mindfulness and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy tools help clients notice thoughts and stay connected to what matters. Motivational Interviewing is part of her approach when someone wants to make a change but feels stuck. Solution-focused techniques are used to build on small successes and keep momentum going.
Together these methods help with sleep, eating, anger, self-esteem, and coping with life changes. She also addresses concerns related to LGBT identity, intimacy-related issues, career stress, and mood disorders including bipolar conditions. Additional focus areas include chronic pain, cancer, and smoking or vaping cessation.
Dr. Ricci aims to make sessions straightforward and goal oriented. People can expect a collaborative style that blends short-term problem solving with skills practice.
Her background as a VA Psychologist and a New York Psychologist informs work with veteran-related issues and other stressors. Sessions are offered in English.
What Judy works with
Everything Judy lists, in the therapist's own terms. Parenting is the reason this directory exists; the rest shows what else Judy helps people with.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Depression
- ADHD
- LGBT
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Eating disorders
- Sleeping disorders
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Career difficulties
- Bipolar disorder
- Coping with life changes
- Coaching
- Cancer
- Chronic pain, illness, and disability
- Commitment issues
- Infidelity
- Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
- Mood disorders
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Phobias
- Sexual dysfunction
- Smoking / vaping cessation
- Social anxiety and phobia
Approaches Judy lists
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
Using CBT and Mindfulness in Online Parenting Support
Dr. Ricci commonly draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness Therapy in online work. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and changing behaviors so parents can try different responses and see what works. Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention and breathing practices to reduce reactivity and improve emotional awareness for everyday parenting moments.She also uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy when a client wants to clarify values and keep moving toward what matters despite hard feelings. That approach helps people accept difficult emotions while taking committed action toward parenting and life goals. Choosing the right mix of methods is a collaborative process - the therapist and client decide together which tools fit the person’s goals and preferences.
Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video is useful for fuller conversation and practice; phone calls can work when bandwidth is limited. Live chat and messaging offer quick check-ins, short coaching-style support, or ongoing reminders between sessions. These options aim to make care flexible and easier to fit into busy family schedules.
Questions people ask about Judy
What kinds of concerns does Dr. Ricci address?
She helps with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, parenting challenges, sleep and eating problems, and many other concerns such as chronic pain and cancer-related distress.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her work is practical and collaborative. She uses cognitive behavioral methods plus mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and motivational interviewing to set goals and teach skills.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Dr. Ricci has seven years of clinical work experience following completion of her Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology.
What credentials and location are listed for this therapist?
She is listed as a VA Psychologist and a New York Psychologist and practices from Virginia.
In which language are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
Sessions are available as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different schedules and needs.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling according to therapist availability.
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