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Dr. Ron Muchnick, LMFT

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Ron is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

5.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Ron. View 36 reviews
Great news, Ron is accepting new clients!
He is normally fully-booked.
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in California

Recent reviews

I think the world of Doc Ron. I’ve been in therapy along time with many doctors and therapist and Doc Ron is professional and compassionate. He’s very knowledgeable and understanding. I much respect and gratitude for him! Thanks for listening

Reviewed November 2024

Dr. Ron always listens with great patience and detail. I appreciate the accompany on this searching route of my career path!

Reviewed November 2024

More about Ron

  • 25 years' experience
  • Male
  • LMFT

For the past twenty five years, I have been a licensed marriage and family therapist, a professor and consultant, serving in many professional arenas including director of a counseling center, clinical supervisor, and therapist for individuals, couples, and families. Working from a Systemic perspective, I treat problems such as relationship issues, family conflicts, depression, ADHD, parenting issues, anxiety/stress, depression, and substance abuse keeping in mind how these stressors impact relationships. My additional expertise is in assisting couples and families to improve their relationships, learn positive coping skills and find the flexibility needed to adapt to family life cycle changes including divorce and blended families.

My therapy style is warm, comfortable and inviting providing a safe place to air problems and restore healthy mental and emotional functioning. My personal challenge is to connect with people in collaborative relationships which inspire and support my clients to access their strengths, create possibilities, and attain their goals. This commitment transcends my work as a therapist, educator, and consultant. I am also the founder of Parent University, a grant program created for school districts to help parents and their children resolve educational and relationship challenges. I have strong beliefs in the importance of constructive and productive parenting skills and believe that parents provide the leadership for all family members to grow and thrive.

I have been a professor at several Universities and a core faulty member at Capella University since 2001, first serving as the Clinical Director of the Counselor Education Program for several years. I have earned several degrees including both a MS and PhD in Marriage and Family Therapy from Nova Southeastern University as well as a MA in Marketing. As a licensed MFT in California, I have been active in the profession for over 25 years in private practice working with individuals, couples and families. My numerous publications and presentations have focused on clinical practice issues and personal coaching. My book Self Coaching, How to S.O.L.V.E. personal and professional problems, reflects my interest in the Solution Focus Brief Therapy model and its use in working with clients. My most recent book At the End of the Day helps the reader connect with their existing strengths and abilities that have become lost in the midst of being problem drenched. By using a Solution focused approach in their problem solving efforts, my clients become able to “remember” their past successes and how to best use their existing abilities and skills to attain their personal goals.

In addition to being a Marriage and Family Therapist, I also have over thirty years of sales, marketing, managerial and motivational experience. My career represents both a clinical and business background working in executive positions of major corporations, owning my own beverage distribution company, and growing a large clinical practice (Counseling Solutions). The blending of these various perspectives and talents has allowed me to become an innovator in developing creative organizational environments. I am also the founder of Solution Focus Consulting which specializes in executive coaching, achieving personal excellence, team building and sales and marketing innovations.

I look forward to working with you in resolving your existing problem issues and helping facilitate the successful attainment of your goals.

SPECIALTIES

• Relationship issues

• Family conflicts

• Depression

• ADHD

• Parenting issues

• Career difficulties

• Stress, Anxiety

Clinical approaches:

Solution-Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Family Systems, Client Centered

Years of Experience: 25

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Specialties

Stress Anxiety Relationship issues Family conflicts Parenting issues Coaching Addictions LGBT Trauma and abuse Grief Intimacy-related issues Eating disorders Sleeping disorders Anger management Self esteem Career difficulties Depression Coping with life changes Compassion fatigue ADHD Aging and geriatric issues Antisocial personality Blended family issues Caregiver issues and stress Codependency Commitment issues Communication problems Control issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Dr. Ron Muchnick's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1184846040.

  • LMFT · California · 44037 · Expires November 2026

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Reviews for Dr. Ron Muchnick

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

5.0

36 reviews

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I think the world of Doc Ron. I’ve been in therapy along time with many doctors and therapist and Doc Ron is professional and compassionate. He’s very knowledgeable and understanding. I much respect and gratitude for him! Thanks for listening

Reviewed November 2024

Dr. Ron always listens with great patience and detail. I appreciate the accompany on this searching route of my career path!

Reviewed November 2024

Dr. Muchnick is awesome- he is very caring and offers support that is needed by listening and giving great advice. I felt my energy shift within first session:)

Reviewed September 2024

I'm new to all of this but after only a couple of sessions i'm starting to feel better already. I'm looking forward to more sessions and improving my situation even further.

Reviewed September 2024

Dr. Muchnick is understanding and very knowledgeable. After a session I feel optimistic about the future and what I can accomplish

Reviewed August 2024

Excellent therapist with extremely evident experience in dealing with my situation. Knows how to keep his client on track to deal with mental stress and ease current and challenging situations.

Reviewed August 2024

Ron is The best therapist I have ever had the pleasure of working with. He is knowledgeable, smart, and engaged provides great support to me and he’s a valuable part of my life.

Reviewed July 2024

Dr.Ron is the best support system in my recovery and I’m grateful for his support and service!

Reviewed July 2024

Dr. Muchnick is an awesome dude. His knowledge and guidance is so helpful. Helping me navigate through career issues more than anyone else has been able to.

Reviewed April 2024

He’s been great!

Reviewed April 2024

He's very helpful in what I need for my career and ability to be motivated.

Reviewed April 2024

I appreciate Dr. Ron on getting me out of the forever “slacking” state. I didn’t even realize it until I spoke with him, despite going to a therapist for several years. Now the boat starts sailing (also from God)! :D

Reviewed March 2024

I’m always grateful for my session with Dr. Ron. Im a firm believer in his abilities!

Reviewed March 2024

Dr. Muchnik is a wise and kind therapist who is able to hear what you are really saying and feeling (even when you don't realize it yourself). I feel fortunate to get to work with him and benefit from his depth of experience and insight.

Reviewed November 2023

Thankful for a therapist I can trust in my recovery journey.

Reviewed November 2023

Dr. Muchnick is great to listen carefully to my child behavioral issues and to provide helpful and supportive feedbacks to help me to understand my son's behaviroal issues and to educate me how to care and support my son in the child development. Thanks very much

Reviewed November 2023

Does an amazing job talking to his clients and giving them great advice!

Reviewed November 2023

excellent communication and guidance

Reviewed November 2023

I appreciate Dr. Ron’s accompany during this big transition time of my career and life. Having someone to talk the troubles/difficulties with makes the difference in the whole world! :D

Reviewed November 2023

Doctor Ron is amazing. I am always thankful for his work and his ability to help me get through my disabilities. He makes sure he ends sessions with goals and assurances of progress. ✌

Reviewed July 2023

My life has changed and I have gone from social anxiety + untreated adhd, to running to help people in need (eg. Car accidents as long as it safe.) and being ahead of my paperwork and at home tasks. I have built the confidence and capability to pursue my dream of first responder thanks to Dr. Mchnick. He is a very humble man who says the work lies with the individual, but I wouldn't of had any direction without him:) I have also discovered the difference between human habits and things that are best taken up with a primary care provider! I feel with him I have a very healthy life balance

Reviewed April 2023

I have healed more in the last 9 months of being on this platform then with my other therapists in decades of therapy. I enjoy all the tools of educating myself on my symptoms to help further my recovery.

Reviewed March 2023

DrMuchnick is phenomenal. He is truly solutions focused and never makes me feel judged. I feel like I’m going to get a handle on my issues. Thank you

Reviewed February 2023

Dr. Muchnick has been very helpful in letting me understand what I need to move on.

Reviewed November 2022

Dr. Muchnick is very knowledgable and has a wealth of experience. He seeks to understand why the client is seeking therapy first. Based on that, he tailors his approach the fit the client's needs. I like that he challenges my ideas and helps me to look at issues from an alternative perspective. This has been a helpful exercise for me to change certain ideas and the behaviors that may come with them. I would highly recommend Dr. Muchnick!

Reviewed November 2022

Dr. Muchnick has saved my life! He as helped me get through so much, (anxiety and ptsd like symptoms) and has helped me get to the route of my problems which went unnoticed by so many others. I have a girlfriend (terrified to speak to girls before) , my boss has noticed great improvements and I can go out in public. Even if I get overwhelmed I can use the tactics he has helped me develop, to remain calm and make mindful choices to get through tough times <3

Reviewed November 2022

Dr. Muchnick has been very attentive and thoughtful in his approach to helping me with my situation. As a result, there has been progress.

Reviewed November 2022

Great!

Reviewed July 2022

Pretty coo

Reviewed July 2022

Dr. Ron Muchnick is thoughtful, considerate and light hearted, I’m enjoying the calls more than I thought would. The two sessions I’ve had so far have given me plenty to think about and I’m looking forward in life and to our next conversation. Thank you Dr. Muchnick

Reviewed May 2022

First meeting with Doc Ron and scheduling a second one right away!

Reviewed May 2022

Ron is the BEST!

Reviewed April 2022

Dr. Muchnick is a very good listener and has guided me towards a better mindset when it comes to addressing my anxieties and worries towards many things in life. I have been through multiple therapists on this platform and was about to stop my subscription, but decided to give it one more chance. Dr. Muchnick has been the best therapist Ive had on this platform by far and I greatly appreciate his attentiveness throughout our sessions.

Reviewed March 2022

Dr Muchnick is a good listener and he works with you to figure out your problems. He also provides steps in aiding my concerns and focuses on how to work on them. I have much better clarity on what I should and can do. Thank you once again Dr Muchnick.

Reviewed November 2021

He will get things done! Amazing listeners, he see my value, my strength and help me out to get stronger in my weakness. He is familiar, caring and wise. I have work with different therapist for the past 5 years I feel like I finally find some one that have help me to progress and get better.

Reviewed November 2021

Dr. Muchnick is a great counselor! He takes time to understand what I'm going through and words possible solutions in a way I can understand and relate to. He doesn't just tell you to try stuff he helps you find solutions that are relatable to your situation

Reviewed May 2021

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Frequently asked questions

Does Dr. Ron Muchnick offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Dr. Ron Muchnick works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Dr. Ron Muchnick speak?

Dr. Ron Muchnick speaks English.

How many years of experience does Dr. Ron Muchnick have?

Dr. Ron Muchnick has 25 years of experience.

Where is Dr. Ron Muchnick licensed to practice?

Dr. Ron Muchnick is licensed to practice in California.

Does Dr. Ron Muchnick accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Dr. Ron Muchnick does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Dr. Ron Muchnick offer?

Dr. Ron Muchnick offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Dr. Ron Muchnick?

Dr. Ron Muchnick can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Dr. Ron Muchnick?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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