I’m Rick Hipp—The Belmar Therapist—a licensed and certified mental health counselor, consultant, therapist, and addictions specialist (LPC, NCC, CAS) with more than 16 years of experience working within culturally diverse groups to provide “solutions-focused” and cognitive behavioral therapies (CBT) for individuals, couples, and families. Groups I’ve worked with include individuals with excessive stress and challenges of life, trauma, depression, anxiety, severe & persistent mental illness, individuals in crisis with thoughts of suicide, individuals with personality and substance use disorders, those medically challenged or in chronic pain, adults, children, adolescents, elderly, and the LGBTQIA+ communities, VA, active military, developmentally delayed, as well as forensic and incarcerated populations. I completed my advanced degree in mental health at Chaminade University of Honolulu and gained real-world experience in both the States of Hawaii and Colorado.

My goal for clients is progress, and “baby steps” are perfect. I enjoy working with my clients and the ongoing relationships we cultivate together. In my practice, standard documentation is facilitated by HIPPA-compliant AI. I also stay aligned with the ethical standards and best practices outlined by organizations like the American Counseling Association, ensuring that every client receives evidence-based and ethical care.

If you’re ready to take the next step, contact me here.