Richard McCranie, LPC
Licensed counselor for addiction and life changes
- Stress and anxiety
- Addictions and recovery
- LGBT affirming care
About Richard McCranie
Richard McCranie is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Georgia with 12 years of clinical experience helping people navigate stress, anxiety, addiction, grief, and life transitions. He works with clients across a wide range of concerns including LGBT issues, abandonment and attachment struggles, body image, caregiver stress, communication and control problems, divorce and separation, guilt and shame, impulsivity, isolation, life purpose, men’s issues, midlife crises, and financial stressors. Drawing on client-centered principles and evidence-informed methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Jungian approaches, mindfulness practices, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Internal Family Systems, he tailors treatment to practical goals and improved coping.
Richard frames therapy as a collaborative alliance forged through open communication about feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. He views the therapeutic relationship as a two-way process in which both client and therapist engage to clarify what has become unmanageable or unclear, set attainable goals, and build skills to better manage stress. While outcomes cannot be guaranteed, he commits his training and experience to support clients in working toward their goals.
He earned bachelor’s degrees in psychology and history from the University of Georgia in 2004 and began his early career at The Marcus Institute as a primary therapist working with individuals on the autism spectrum and those with ongoing behavioral health needs. In 2007 he moved to New York City and served as a Case Manager Supervisor with Partnership of Innovative Comprehensive Care, Inc., supporting case managers who worked with developmental, intellectual, and mental health populations.
After returning to South Georgia in 2011, he completed a Master of Science in Clinical/Counseling Psychology from Valdosta State University while working as a graduate teaching assistant and interning at Behavioral Health Services of South Georgia. He later held roles at Crescent Pines/Anchor Hospital and The DeKalb Community Service Board as an admissions and intake counselor, and in 2014 he joined Ascena Health (St. Jude’s Recovery Center, Inc.) in admissions. By 2015 he was providing one-on-one therapy and case management in residential and outpatient settings. He earned his professional counselor license in 2018 and continued treating individuals with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders in both residential and outpatient care.
In 2019 he expanded his responsibilities by serving as Medication Assisted Treatment coordinator and residential manager supervisor, and he also helped launch an outpatient program focused on reentry support for federal offenders on probation. In 2023 he accepted a position as Director of Clinical Services overseeing clinical and residential programs, and later that year he established a private practice where he continues to provide professional care and services to people with addictive, behavioral, and mental health concerns.
Richard frames therapy as a collaborative alliance forged through open communication about feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. He views the therapeutic relationship as a two-way process in which both client and therapist engage to clarify what has become unmanageable or unclear, set attainable goals, and build skills to better manage stress. While outcomes cannot be guaranteed, he commits his training and experience to support clients in working toward their goals.
He earned bachelor’s degrees in psychology and history from the University of Georgia in 2004 and began his early career at The Marcus Institute as a primary therapist working with individuals on the autism spectrum and those with ongoing behavioral health needs. In 2007 he moved to New York City and served as a Case Manager Supervisor with Partnership of Innovative Comprehensive Care, Inc., supporting case managers who worked with developmental, intellectual, and mental health populations.
After returning to South Georgia in 2011, he completed a Master of Science in Clinical/Counseling Psychology from Valdosta State University while working as a graduate teaching assistant and interning at Behavioral Health Services of South Georgia. He later held roles at Crescent Pines/Anchor Hospital and The DeKalb Community Service Board as an admissions and intake counselor, and in 2014 he joined Ascena Health (St. Jude’s Recovery Center, Inc.) in admissions. By 2015 he was providing one-on-one therapy and case management in residential and outpatient settings. He earned his professional counselor license in 2018 and continued treating individuals with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders in both residential and outpatient care.
In 2019 he expanded his responsibilities by serving as Medication Assisted Treatment coordinator and residential manager supervisor, and he also helped launch an outpatient program focused on reentry support for federal offenders on probation. In 2023 he accepted a position as Director of Clinical Services overseeing clinical and residential programs, and later that year he established a private practice where he continues to provide professional care and services to people with addictive, behavioral, and mental health concerns.
Areas of Expertise
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Richard McCranie have?
Richard McCranie has 12 years of professional experience.
Is Richard McCranie a licensed therapist?
Yes. He holds the credential LPC, which denotes Licensed Professional Counselor. License details: GA LPC LPC010004.
In which languages does Richard McCranie provide therapy?
He provides therapy in English.
Where is Richard McCranie located?
He is located in Georgia.
How can I work with Richard McCranie as my therapist?
You can work with Richard McCranie through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Richard McCranie work with international clients?
Richard McCranie does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Richard McCranie cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Could Virtual Therapy Be a Good Fit for You?
Many people wonder whether meeting with a therapist online can be meaningful. For a range of common concerns - such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or navigating life changes - online therapy is often comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person care.One of the main benefits is flexibility. People can connect with therapists in the format that works best for their schedules and comfort level - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. That flexibility makes it easier to fit therapy into a busy life and to maintain consistent progress.
Licensed professionals provide care remotely, and if a different therapeutic fit is desired it is possible to switch therapists. Online therapy offers a practical option for accessing trained therapists and for continuing work on mental health and life concerns in ways that match individual needs.