Ragerus Hicks, LMSW, LCSW

Ragerus Hicks is a Licensed Master Social Worker and Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 16 years in mental health and healthcare. He focuses on practical concerns like stress, anxiety, self-esteem, career questions, and coping with life changes. He also supports people facing caregiver stress, aging and geriatric issues, attachment and communication problems, and workplace struggles.

He aims to meet people where they are and move toward meaningful change at a comfortable pace. His style is down-to-earth and supportive, so clients can talk through hard topics without feeling judged. He combines clinical work with coaching to match support to each person's goals.

In early sessions he takes time to hear a person’s story and identify what brought them to therapy. Together they set goals that feel useful and realistic. Sessions focus on practical steps, problem solving, and building skills for day-to-day life.

He adapts his approach to each situation rather than using the same plan for everyone. That means some people work on communication and boundaries, while others focus on mood, impulsivity, or reducing isolation. The aim is steady progress instead of quick fixes.

Hicks practices in Michigan and conducts sessions in English. He emphasizes collaboration and clear next steps so people leave sessions with something they can try between meetings.

How evidence-based methods can guide online sessions

Two common evidence-based approaches he uses are practical skill-building and problem-focused coaching. Practical skill-building teaches concrete techniques to manage anxiety, mood, or impulsivity so people have tools they can use between sessions. Problem-focused coaching breaks larger concerns into steps and helps clients try solutions for career, caregiving, or life-change challenges.

He also emphasizes collaborative goal-setting that looks at a person’s story and priorities. The therapist works together with the client to choose approaches that fit their needs and preferences. Finding the right method is part of the process rather than a one-time decision.

For online therapy logistics, the biography does not specify formats. Please confirm current session options before booking. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit meetings into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. They can also help people continue care while balancing work, caregiving, or mobility concerns. Licensed professionals will discuss which way of meeting best supports the client’s goals and daily life.