Awareness, Compassion and Personal Growth 

I have provided Psychotherapy and Clinical Mental Health services in the Finger Lakes region for more than forty-four years. Fundamentally, my approach is about fostering awareness and compassion and a lifestyle comfortable for oneself.

Relational Psychotherapy is a non-authoritarian, and collaborative way of being in resolving conflicts, whether this is a clinical mental health matter or issues within  ones relationships. Relationships and their patterns are complex and solutions often lay hidden from clear view. Happiness, satisfaction  with life can be elusive  with dissatisfying relationships.The Interpersonal-Relational Approach to Psychotherapy seeks to resolve conflict by the appreciation of strengths, needs, values  heightened awareness of intersubjective experiences. Thus, laying the ground work for moving forward and living a purposeful life.

Many find this approach to therapy useful for a host of clinical mental health and relational concerns. Collaboration with medical management is frequently effective as well.

About ... I am licensed to practice psychotherapy, having a masters degree (MA) in Health and Human Services-Mental Health Counseling , a doctoral degree (D.Litt-UK) in Clinical Counseling. My experience includes hospitals, clinics and private practice. Additionally, I have been an adjunct professor for thirty-three years, teaching counseling and human service related courses. I have Advance Practice recognition as a Diplomate-Clinical Specialist in Mental Health Counseling by the American Mental Health Counselors Association. 

Office Policy ... I am an Out-of-Network Provider. The client is responsible for submitting insurance information for reimbursement. Most insurance providers will directly reimburse clients with appropriate clinical information.

There is a charge for missed appointments and appointments without 24 hours notice.

Payment is expected at the time of service. Check, cash, credit cards, flex plans are acceptable means of payment. Reduced fee appointments may be available on a limited basis.

Please inquire with any concerns.

                                                                       Dr Richard Hamling, MA, D.Litt(UK),LMHC

 243 Center Street Canandaigua, NY

585-394-1650