- Emotion regulation
- Motivation work
- English and Spanish
About Adrian
Adrian Torres Ortiz is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Connecticut with 16 years of clinical experience. He works with people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, depression, and major life changes. Adrian offers services in both English and Spanish and draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques in his work.
He focuses on practical conversations that clarify what is happening and identify small, manageable steps forward. Sessions often cover emotion regulation, improving motivation, and rebuilding confidence after setbacks. He also addresses relationship concerns that affect individual mood, such as communication problems, commitment issues, and blended family dynamics.
Adrian has supported people coping with trauma related to natural or human-caused disasters, domestic violence, immigration challenges, and separation or divorce. He helps clients who feel isolated or who are rethinking life purpose after major changes. He is familiar with issues tied to dependent personality, codependency, and body image concerns.
His approach adapts to each person’s pace and goals. Conversations and strategies are shaped by what the client finds useful rather than a fixed script. Adrian emphasizes gradual skill-building to manage intense feelings and to handle stressful situations more effectively.
To begin, a prospective client uses the site’s matching tools and schedules a first session. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time, and fees vary with location.
Approaches used and how online sessions function
Adrian works with evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on clear skills and real-world changes. One common approach emphasizes learning emotion regulation strategies to reduce intense reactions to stress and anger; this involves identifying triggers, practicing calming skills, and rehearsing different responses.Another approach centers on building motivation and confidence by setting small achievable goals and tracking progress. This helps when someone feels stuck, has low self-esteem, or is facing life changes and needs a plan to move forward.
Choosing the best approach is part of the work. Adrian will discuss options with each person, review what has helped before, and adjust techniques based on the client’s goals and preferences. That collaboration helps find methods that fit the client’s situation.
Confirm the session formats before booking since this profile does not list specific options. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when schedules require it. Discuss format preferences during the matching and scheduling steps so practical arrangements line up with day-to-day needs.
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Experience
16+ years
Listed in
Connecticut
Languages
English, Spanish
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he commonly help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, depression, and coping with life changes, plus related issues like communication problems and isolation.
How would he describe his therapeutic style?
He uses practical, evidence-based techniques and focuses on clear conversation and small, manageable steps tailored to each person.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 16 years of professional work experience as a clinician in Connecticut.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is a Connecticut Licensed Professional Counselor (CT LPC) practicing in Connecticut.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Can people from other countries work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions paid for and what is the cost?
Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time; fees vary with location.
What do I do to get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.