Dr. Richard O’Leary

Licensed Clinical Psychologist

I joined the Center for Grief and Trauma Therapy because I have a lifetime desire to help clients discover their strengths, heal, make peace with their past, and develop a passion for their journey into the future. I believe in people’s capacity to heal and develop resilience. Each of us has the potential to begin anew, deepening the foundation and developing the skills needed to have a better and brighter future.

I am a licensed clinical psychologist that specializes in supporting clients cope with death, loss, and post-traumatic stress. I have worked in the field of mental health for 40 years in a variety of settings ranging from college counseling, addiction, residential, and private practice outpatient mental health. I worked as a clinical psychologist in the US Air Force, retiring after 25 years as a Lieutenant colonel.  I have an emerging specialty in helping people discover meaning and belonging in third phase of life. I value an approach that includes mind body and spirit.  I have been blessed to work with many cultures worldwide and meet each person with a heart of inclusion and respect for their life journey.

Specialties

  • Trauma, Grief, and Loss
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
  • Jungian depth psychology
  • Humanistic Therapy                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          

Ages Served

  • 18 and older                            

Those exploring issues tied to the third phase in life                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            

Education

  • Doctorate in Counseling Psychology, Western Michigan University
  • Master’s degree in College Counseling, University of Delaware
  • Bachelor’s degree in Sociology, University of Delaware                                                                                                                                     

License      

Delaware B1-0000232                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             

Additional Information

  • Adjunct Professor Rowen University School of Medicine
  • Executive Coach