- Anxiety and mood support
- Practical skills and habits
- PhD level clinician
About Ruifeng
Dr. Ruifeng (Richard) Cui is a clinical psychologist licensed in West Virginia. He holds a PhD in clinical psychology from West Virginia University and has seven years of professional experience. He commonly helps people who are dealing with anxiety, depression, and sleep problems.
Richard focuses on identifying the specific problems a person wants to address. He supports people as they face those problems and works with them to develop practical steps forward. Sessions tend to center on clear goals and everyday strategies rather than abstract theories.
His approach draws on therapies that help people notice and change unhelpful thoughts and habits. He often uses methods that emphasize present-moment awareness and practical skills for coping. These tools are used to tackle issues like stress, relationship strain, parenting concerns, and workplace pressure.
Richard also helps people manage longer-term patterns such as obsessive thoughts, mood difficulties, or low self-esteem. He pays attention to how life changes, caregiving demands, immigration stress, or aging challenges affect daily functioning. Sessions may include problem-solving, behavioral experiments, and skills practice that people can use between meetings.
People who choose him usually want a straightforward, goal-focused process. He aims to be direct and collaborative, helping clients try small changes that can add up over time. To begin, readers are encouraged to use the Start Therapy button and complete the short matching questionnaire.
Richard focuses on identifying the specific problems a person wants to address. He supports people as they face those problems and works with them to develop practical steps forward. Sessions tend to center on clear goals and everyday strategies rather than abstract theories.
His approach draws on therapies that help people notice and change unhelpful thoughts and habits. He often uses methods that emphasize present-moment awareness and practical skills for coping. These tools are used to tackle issues like stress, relationship strain, parenting concerns, and workplace pressure.
Richard also helps people manage longer-term patterns such as obsessive thoughts, mood difficulties, or low self-esteem. He pays attention to how life changes, caregiving demands, immigration stress, or aging challenges affect daily functioning. Sessions may include problem-solving, behavioral experiments, and skills practice that people can use between meetings.
People who choose him usually want a straightforward, goal-focused process. He aims to be direct and collaborative, helping clients try small changes that can add up over time. To begin, readers are encouraged to use the Start Therapy button and complete the short matching questionnaire.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Relationship issuesFamily conflictsEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional focus areas
Aging and geriatric issuesCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsEmptinessFamily problemsImmigration issuesIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Social anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issues
Therapeutic approaches
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapySolution-Focused Therapy
Experience
7+ years
Credentials
West Virginia
Languages
English
How evidence-based approaches translate to online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, then choose actions that match their values. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on spotting unhelpful thought patterns and testing new behaviors to reduce anxiety, depression, and sleep problems. Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention and breathing practices that can lessen reactivity and improve focus.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals, life context, and preferences and will collaborate on which methods to try first. That planning is shared, practical, and adjusted as progress is made.
Confirm current session options before booking since formats are not specified in the biography. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow for shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time from an appointment. Talk with the therapist during the matching process about scheduling, session length, and how to structure work between sessions so therapy fits everyday life.
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he help with?
He works with anxiety, depression, sleep problems, stress, relationship and family concerns, anger, self-esteem, ADHD, and many related issues.
What is his therapeutic style?
He uses a collaborative, goal-focused style that emphasizes identifying problems and trying practical steps to change thoughts and everyday habits.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has seven years of experience as a clinical psychologist working with a range of mood and behavioral concerns.
What are his credentials and where does he practice?
He is listed as WV Psychologist 1326 and practices in West Virginia.
Can sessions be conducted in other languages?
Sessions are offered in English.
Are international clients supported?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How does cost and payment work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with sessions?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.