- Direct compassionate care
- Bilingual English Spanish
- Focus on codependency
About Pedro
Pedro Ruiz is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) who helps people facing stress, anxiety, addiction, anger, low self-esteem, and depression. He works in English and Spanish and practices in Washington. He focuses on codependency and relationship problems alongside issues like panic attacks and social anxiety.
Pedro’s style is direct and compassionate. He listens first, then helps clients identify patterns that cause pain. Sessions focus on simple, practical steps such as new communication ways, coping skills for anxiety, and strategies to reduce substance use. He aims to make therapy feel manageable for everyday life.
With five years of experience, Pedro draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide work on trauma, guilt, and shame. He often supports people dealing with family problems, infidelity, and fatherhood concerns by helping them set clearer boundaries and rebuild trust in themselves.
Pedro pays close attention to men’s issues and the pressures that can come with gender roles. He helps clients work through abandonment fears, forgiveness, and growing self-love. He frames change as a step-by-step process rather than a single event.
Sessions are held with respect and cultural awareness. He invites clients to talk honestly about what matters to them, then collaborates on realistic goals. People who want practical tools and steady support may find his approach helpful for making gradual, lasting change.
Evidence-based methods and online care
Pedro uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address anxiety, trauma, and relationship patterns. One common approach focuses on building coping skills for panic, phobias, and social anxiety by teaching breathing, grounding, and gradual exposure techniques that reduce intense reactions. Another approach targets codependency and communication problems by helping people notice interaction patterns, set boundaries, and practice clearer ways of asking for needs.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Pedro will collaborate with each person to choose methods that match their goals, needs, and preferences. He explains options, tries techniques together, and adjusts the plan as progress and feedback suggest.
Because session formats are not specified in the original profile, confirm current online session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, reduce commute time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It also supports continuity when life gets busy, so people can keep momentum toward their goals without major schedule disruption.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
5+ years
Credentials
Washington
Languages
English, Spanish
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Pedro commonly address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, anger, and self-esteem issues. He also focuses on codependency, communication problems, family conflict, and related concerns.
How would you describe Pedro’s therapeutic style?
He uses a straightforward, compassionate approach. Sessions emphasize listening, practical coping skills, and clearer communication.
What is his background and experience?
He has five years of clinical experience working with trauma, panic, phobias, and relational issues including infidelity and fatherhood concerns.
What credentials and location information are on file?
He is a LMHC, licensed in Washington. Sessions are offered from that state.
In which languages can sessions be conducted?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Are there any international session options?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are session costs handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with Pedro?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.
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