Russell Higgins, LCSW
Licensed in Nevada · 12 years in practice
Russell Higgins is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) practicing in Nevada with twelve years of therapy experience.
License and registration
- LCSW, Nevada
- 7883-C · expires May 2026
- NPI
- 1295987683 · national provider identifier
- Years in practice
- 12
- Languages
- English
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About Russell
Russell Higgins is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) practicing in Nevada with twelve years of therapy experience. He focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, relationship strain, grief, and anger in straightforward, practical ways. Russell aims to make first steps feel manageable for someone who is worried or unsure about therapy.
Russell keeps sessions direct and conversational. He listens for what matters most and helps people notice patterns that cause pain.
Background and approach
Then he and the client try small, concrete steps to change those patterns. Sessions often include problem-solving, communication practice, and simple mindfulness exercises. He also supports people working through family problems, divorce and separation, and fatherhood issues.
Russell brings attention to family of origin concerns and communication breakdowns without overwhelming people with jargon. He helps clients find ways to rebuild connection and set clearer boundaries when needed. Russell draws from several approaches to match each person's situation.
He uses client-centered listening to understand a person’s story, cognitive behavioral techniques to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, and elements of the Gottman Method for relationship work. He also weaves in mindfulness and psychodynamic ideas when they help make sense of patterns. His style is steady and practical.
He offers a calm space to talk things through, try new behaviors, and track small gains. People who want a down-to-earth therapist who focuses on doable change may find his approach useful.
Focus areas and approaches
Everything Russell lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Anger management
- Aging and geriatric issues
- Communication problems
- Divorce and separation
- Family of origin issues
- Family problems
- Fatherhood issues
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Hospice and end-of-life counseling
- Impulsivity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Self-love
- Sexuality
- Social anxiety and phobia
Approaches Russell names
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Gottman Method
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Naming an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist lists and does not check training records.
Online support
How therapeutic approaches work online
Russell often blends client-centered therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy in online sessions. Client-centered therapy begins by listening closely to a person’s story and priorities, helping them feel heard and understood. Cognitive behavioral therapy focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and trying small behavioral experiments to reduce anxiety or improve mood.Finding the right approach is part of the work together. He will talk with each person about their goals and preferences and test methods that fit their needs. That collaborative process helps decide whether to emphasize skill-building, deeper reflection, or relationship-focused strategies.
Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which offer different practical benefits. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation for relationship or grief work. Phone sessions are useful when bandwidth is limited or a quieter check-in is needed. Live chat and text messaging can support short check-ins, tracking progress, and maintaining momentum between longer sessions. These options help therapy fit into busy schedules and varied daily routines.
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Questions people ask
What kinds of problems does Russell help with?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, relationship and family problems, grief, and anger. Additional focuses include aging and geriatric issues, communication problems, divorce and separation, and fatherhood concerns.
What is his general approach in sessions?
Sessions are conversational and action-focused. He uses client-centered listening alongside cognitive behavioral and mindfulness strategies to help people make practical changes.
How much experience does he have?
He has twelve years of experience providing therapy. That background includes work with relationship and family issues as well as individual concerns like anxiety and grief.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a licensed clinical social worker, LCSW, credentialed in Nevada. His practice is located in Nevada.
Can sessions be held in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
He meets by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options let people choose what fits their schedule and comfort level.
How is pricing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and is managed through a subscription model. The subscription can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin therapy with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire. Then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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