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Ricky Lomax

MO LPC 2005028641
Credentials
MO LPC 2005028641
NPI Number
1871516286
Location
Missouri
Languages
English
Ricky Lomax
20 years experience | Counselor of Color | Intl Clients Welcome

About Ricky Lomax

As a licensed therapist in Missouri, I bring over two decades of experience supporting individuals through complex emotional landscapes. My practice centers on helping clients navigate challenges like depression, anxiety, relationship dynamics, and personal growth. I specialize in addressing men’s issues, life transitions, trauma recovery, and family conflicts with a compassionate, culturally sensitive approach.

My therapeutic work focuses on empowering individuals to develop deeper self-understanding, improve communication skills, and cultivate meaningful connections. I’m particularly passionate about supporting young adults, addressing social anxiety, and helping clients work through midlife transitions, attachment challenges, and personal healing journeys.

Drawing from extensive clinical experience, I create a supportive environment where clients can explore their experiences, develop resilience, and move toward more fulfilling lives. My approach is grounded in respect, empathy, and a commitment to honoring each person’s unique path to wellness.

Licenses

LPC
2005028641

Professional experience

  • Bipolar disorder
  • Depression
  • Family conflicts
  • Intimacy-related issues
  • Parenting issues
  • Relationship issues
  • Stress, Anxiety
  • Trauma and abuse

Additional Focus Areas

  • Abandonment
  • Adoption and foster care
  • Attachment issues
  • Avoidant personality
  • Blended family issues
  • Body image
  • Cancer
  • Chronic pain, illness, and disability
  • Codependency
  • Commitment issues
  • Communication problems
  • Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
  • Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
  • Divorce and separation
  • Domestic violence
  • Drug and alcohol addiction
  • Eating and food-related issues
  • Family problems
  • Fatherhood issues
  • Forgiveness
  • Gender dysphoria
  • Infidelity
  • Isolation / loneliness
  • Life purpose
  • Men's issues
  • Midlife crisis
  • Mood disorders
  • Narcissism
  • Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
  • Panic disorder and panic attacks
  • Personality disorders
  • Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
  • Post-traumatic stress
  • Prejudice and discrimination
  • Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
  • Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
  • Self-harm
  • Self-love
  • Sexual assault and abuse
  • Sexuality
  • Social anxiety and phobia
  • Women's issues
  • Workplace issues
  • Young adult issues

Clinical Approaches

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Languages

  • English

15 Reviews

“My partner and I have met with Ricky three times so far, and he has been an incredible support for us. He is a great listener and has helped us navigate the cultural differences in our relationship with understanding and compassion.<br /> <br /> Having a Black male counselor has been especially meaningful because it helped my partner feel comfortable enough to open up and trust the process. Ricky is easy to talk to for both of us — it genuinely feels like talking to a trusted friend. Plus his available times make it easier to get an appointment that fits our schedule.<br /> <br /> We feel very fortunate and blessed to be working with him.”

“Ricky has been great for my daughter. He is patient, and really takes the time to understand her and her needs.”

“Ricky has been an incredible resource for us as a newly engaged couple. He is very empathic and nonjudgmental while educating us on topics and giving us meaningful resources to overcome obstacles and grow as a couple.”

“I have only had a few sessions with Ricky so far, but he has been great. He is very personable and kind and shows real care during out sessions. He is great at directing conversations and making the most of sessions. He also suggests plenty of worksheets and activities to work on between sessions.”

“Ricky is an awesome therapist.”

“Responds fast and listens to my concerns”

“Grateful”

“Thankful for Ricky and I being able to connect. He has been a pleasure to work with and I am looking very much forward to talking with him going forward.”

“Ricky is amazing I’ve recommended to lots of people”

“Ricky has been a great listener and helped give me perspective and understanding.”

“Dr. Ricky Lomax has been a strong and supportive voice of reason and wisdom.<br /> He shown tremendous intelligence and insight for 2 years now. I have learned so much. His engagement and expertise regarding is at best at all times. I appreciate his effort and services at all times. Highly recommend!!”

“Been amazing all the way through”

“I've only just had two sessions with Ricky. He's been professional, listens and offers feedback but I feel it's too soon to give a true review this early in our relationship.”

“Ricky has been a pleasure to work with. He is very professional and has good feedback. He’s always willing to help support any questions or needs.”

“Relatively new with my therapist. I would not be where I am at on my journey without him. I feel so much stronger and valued.”

These reviews represent a few of the most recent positive reviews from the therapist's clients on BetterHelp. Some people's experience may be different.
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