Prof. Randolph (Randy) Beasley, LMFT

Prof. Randolph (Randy) Beasley is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) practicing in California. He brings five years of clinical experience and a background that includes ministry and program leadership. Randy combines practical problem-solving with a focus on the therapeutic relationship to help people move forward.

He holds a Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy from Touro University. Earlier studies include a Bachelor of Science in Business from Biola University and a Master of Theology from Liberty University. Before shifting to clinical work he served as a pastor and camp director, roles that shaped his skills in teaching and program development.

Randy offers a goal-oriented, client-centered style. He works with people on stress, anxiety, relationship and intimacy-related issues, depression, bipolar concerns, addictions, trauma, grief, parenting and career strain among other areas. He also focuses on issues such as abandonment, codependency, body image, blended family concerns, and fatherhood issues.

In session he uses solution-focused work, cognitive behavioral techniques, existential ideas, and the Gottman Method to identify patterns and try practical steps forward. He emphasizes setting goals together and testing changes in thinking and behavior to influence mood and functioning.

Randy’s background includes work in community clinics, substance use treatment settings, a state hospital, and jails. He has experience with foster services, wraparound programs, competency restoration, crisis intervention training, and facilitating motivational values assessments. He aims to join clients in facing fear and taking responsibility as part of lasting change.

How his approaches fit into online therapy

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and understanding a person's experience so goals reflect what matters most to them. It helps when someone needs a supportive space to make sense of feelings and decide what matters next.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at links between thoughts, behaviors, and feelings and uses practical exercises to change unhelpful patterns. It can be helpful for anxiety, depression, stress, and many everyday problems.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) adds skills for managing strong emotions and improving relationships, teaching calm, focus, and better ways to respond under stress.

Finding the right approach is something to do together. The therapist will work with each person to try methods that match their goals and preferences and adjust as needed over time.

Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life by removing travel time and allowing appointments from different locations. They can also let someone choose a shorter check-in or a camera-off option when that helps them stay engaged. Confirm the exact session formats available before booking to know what will work best.