- Stress and anxiety
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Substance concerns
About Pedro
Pedro Ruiz is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) practicing in Washington with five years of clinical experience. He works with people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, low self-esteem, and depression, and includes social anxiety and phobia among his focus areas.
Pedro uses straightforward, practical conversations to help people name what feels overwhelming. Sessions tend to focus on small, manageable steps rather than long lectures. He listens to how difficulties show up in daily life and helps people build skills to respond differently to stress and social situations.
He often addresses patterns that affect relationships, such as communication problems, codependency, and infidelity. He also supports clients dealing with guilt, shame, abandonment, and fatherhood concerns. When addiction or substance use is part of the picture, he works with clients to identify triggers and safer coping options.
Pedro pays particular attention to panic attacks, phobias, and social anxiety, helping clients practice facing feared situations and notice what changes. He also works on self-esteem and self-love so people can make choices that reflect their values.
Sessions may include direct skill coaching, talking through recent events, and planning steps to try between meetings. He offers services in English and Spanish and practices with respect for cultural differences. To start, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule their first session through the site.
How therapeutic approaches fit with online sessions
Pedro describes his work as evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical skills and behavioral change. One common approach is behavioral exposure work, which involves gradual, planned practice facing feared situations to reduce avoidance and build confidence; this can help with phobias, panic attacks, and social anxiety. Another approach is skills-based coping training, which teaches breathing, grounding, and problem-solving steps to manage stress, anxiety, and urges related to addiction.Finding the right mix of methods is part of the work. Pedro will collaborate with clients to identify which approaches feel most useful and adjust them based on progress, goals, and personal preferences. The client and therapist decide together what to try and when to change course.
The original biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current online options before booking. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit counseling into a busy life by removing travel time, allowing shorter check-ins during a break, or letting people choose whether to be on camera. These practical benefits can help maintain consistency and make it simpler to practice skills between meetings.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
5+ years
Listed in
Washington
Languages
English, Spanish
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Pedro address?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, self-esteem, and depression, and lists social anxiety and phobia among his focus areas.
What is his approach in sessions?
He uses practical, conversational work focused on skills and small steps. Sessions often mix talking through recent problems and practicing new responses.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has five years of experience as a practicing clinician providing mental health counseling.
What credential does he hold and where does he practice?
He is an LMHC in Washington and provides services within that state.
Which languages are offered for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Can people outside the United States work with him?
He is not accepting international clients at this time.
What formats are used for sessions?
The original biography does not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How does pricing and starting therapy work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, complete the short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session via the site button.