About
His practice, West Coast Behavioral Therapy, is located in Sarasota and New Port Richey, Florida. Richard provides therapeutic services to children, families, and individuals, addressing life challenges such as stress, anxiety, mental health, and substance abuse issues. He offers a unique approach by establishing a positive relationship between the therapist and the client, taking into account the environment, medical, and physical issues that affect thoughts and behavior. Richard's mission is to help clients achieve their goals and develop a positive coherence between their way of life, health, and environment. He uses encrypted email and telephone communication, and Doxy.me for teletherapy, to maintain the security and confidentiality of client treatment. Richard's practice is committed to providing a safe and secure environment for clients to address their mental health and addiction concerns.
Insurance & payment
Richard Nikla's practice accepts Aetna, AvMed, Blue Cross, BlueCross and BlueShield, Carelon Behavioral Health, Centene, Cigna and Evernorth, ComPsych insurance plans.
- Aetna
- AvMed
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Carelon Behavioral Health
- Centene
- Cigna
- ComPsych
- Dayforce
- E4Health
- Florida Blue
- Humana
- Medicaid
- New Directions | Lucet
- Optum
- PsychCare
- Staywell
- Sunshine Health
- UnitedHealthcare
- HealthEase
- Out of network
Sessions are $100 Per Session, I accept insurance. Ask about sliding-scale fees if you're paying out of pocket.
Services & specialties
Substance Use Therapy
Richard Nikla provides therapy to address substance abuse issues.
Stress Management
He helps clients manage stress and develop coping techniques.
Family Conflict Resolution
Richard works with families to resolve conflict and improve relationships.