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Ronald Seletsky

Ronald Seletsky, LMHC

Massachusetts

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LMHC in Massachusetts - Stress and identity concerns

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
  • Mindfulness practice
  • Client-centered work

About Ronald

Ronald Seletsky is an LMHC - a Licensed Mental Health Counselor practicing in Massachusetts with 42 years of experience. He works with adults who are carrying stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship strain, or struggles with identity and self-esteem.

He helps people sort through what feels stuck and figure out practical next steps. Sessions focus on what matters most to the client, whether that is coping with life changes, addressing addiction or compassion fatigue, or managing long-term mood concerns such as bipolar disorder.

Ronald blends several approaches to fit the situation. He uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and mindfulness to help people notice their thoughts and reconnect with values. He draws on client-centered and existential ideas to explore meaning, responsibility, and choice without judgment.

Work in sessions can include talking through family of origin issues, attachment patterns, or abandonment and adoption concerns. He also supports people with career and workplace stress, communication problems, and the challenges of caregiving or aging relatives.

Ronald accepts international clients and conducts therapy in English. He asks new clients to complete a short questionnaire before the first meeting so sessions begin focused and efficient. To get started, a reader would select the See online therapy options button, complete the matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.

How his approaches translate to online work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice thoughts and feelings without getting ruled by them, then choose actions that match their values. It can be useful for anxiety, guilt, and life transitions. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting so clients can find their own solutions and understand what matters to them. It supports building self-esteem and clearer decision making.

Choosing an approach is a collaborative process. Ronald will discuss what feels most helpful, then adjust methods based on the client's goals and preferences. That process can include short-term coaching moves or deeper exploration depending on the issue.

Session logistics should be confirmed before booking because formats are not listed here. Ask about the options when you complete the matching questionnaire. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into workdays, reduce travel time, allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight, and let people work without being on camera if they prefer. These practical benefits help therapy fit into everyday life while focusing on the work itself.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)EmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImmigration issuesIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMulticultural concernsParanoiaPersonality disordersPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyExistential TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

42+ years

Listed in

Massachusetts

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Ronald address?

He works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, relationship and family problems, identity and LGBT issues, addictions, career concerns, and related areas.

How does he approach guilt or shame in therapy?

He uses approaches such as ACT and mindfulness to help clients notice painful thoughts and refocus on values and committed actions rather than getting stuck in guilt or shame cycles.

What is his background and experience?

He has 42 years of professional experience working with adults on a wide range of emotional and life challenges.

What credentials and location are listed for him?

He is an MA LMHC - a Licensed Mental Health Counselor based in Massachusetts.

Which languages are offered and can international clients work with him?

Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.

What session formats are available?

Confirm current session options before booking by checking the online therapy options, since specific formats are not detailed here.

How does payment work and what does it cost?

Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with him?

Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session to begin.

Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.

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