- Anxiety and stress
- Trauma and abuse
- Bipolar and depression
About Carlos
Carlos Ramos Ortolaza is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Wisconsin with six years of clinical experience. He works with people facing stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, career struggles, bipolar disorder, and depression. He speaks English and Spanish and approaches sessions believing clients know their stories best.
Carlos focuses on practical steps people can use to manage hard moments. He listens to what matters to each person and helps identify small changes that make daily life more manageable. Sessions aim to translate insight into everyday actions rather than long lectures or abstract theory.
He also addresses related issues such as panic attacks, social anxiety and phobia, attachment and abandonment concerns, and feelings of isolation or shame. Carlos helps people talk through relationship and communication problems, separation or divorce stress, and money or career worries. He pays attention to mood patterns and impulsivity so that treatment stays relevant to the person’s daily life.
In sessions he prioritizes clear goals and straightforward tools. People can expect to work on specific strategies for coping with fear, lowering reactivity, and improving decision making. He supports practical planning for things like job transitions, midlife questions, or managing symptoms related to mood disorders.
Carlos invites people to start with one step toward scheduling a session. He uses a short matching questionnaire to begin the process and then helps set an initial appointment that fits the person’s needs.
Therapeutic approaches and online sessions
Carlos works with evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical change. Cognitive behavioral approaches involve identifying unhelpful thought patterns and testing new responses; these methods are commonly used for anxiety, panic, and mood symptoms. Trauma-informed techniques focus on pacing and safety while addressing memories or reactions related to past abuse or stressful events; the aim is to reduce reactivity and increase daily functioning.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Carlos will talk with each person about their goals, symptoms, and preferences, and then suggest strategies to try. Together they check what helps and adjust the plan as needed rather than committing to a single method up front.
Confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not specified in the profile. Online work can make it easier to fit regular sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It also lets people continue care through life changes such as job moves or relocation. If you prefer a particular session length or setup, mention it on the matching questionnaire so scheduling can reflect those needs.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
6+ years
Listed in
Wisconsin
Languages
English, Spanish
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he address?
Carlos works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, career issues, bipolar disorder, and depression. He also focuses on social anxiety and phobia and related concerns such as panic attacks and isolation.
What is his approach in sessions?
He uses practical, evidence-based techniques and focuses on clear goals and tools you can try between meetings. Sessions emphasize translating insight into small, manageable steps.
How much experience does he have?
Carlos has six years of professional work experience as a counselor. That experience includes helping people with mood disorders, trauma, and workplace or life transitions.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Wisconsin and practices there.
Can I meet with him in other languages?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Does he take international clients?
International clients are not currently accepted; sessions are offered to clients within the supported region.
How are sessions charged?
Cost varies with location and sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started?
Begin by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session from the available times.