- Stress and anxiety
- Anger management
- Fatherhood issues
About Pedro
Pedro Ruiz is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Washington with five years of clinical experience. He helps people who are coping with stress, anxiety, addiction, anger, low self-esteem, and depression. Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Pedro uses straightforward, skills-focused conversations to address day-to-day problems. He helps people notice triggers, practice new responses, and rebuild trust with themselves after setbacks. Work often includes practical communication strategies for repair after arguments and steps to manage resentment before it escalates.
He gives focused attention to issues that often underlie anger. That includes past trauma, codependency patterns, problems with trust and abandonment, and struggles with guilt or shame. He also supports men navigating fatherhood concerns and relational roles without assuming one fixed path.
When addiction is part of the picture, sessions look at behavior patterns and immediate coping strategies alongside longer-term planning. Pedro talks through drug and alcohol concerns, relapse risk, and ways to reduce harm while strengthening daily routines.
Pedro aims for clear next steps each session. That might be a breathing or grounding practice, a short communication exercise to try at home, or a plan for handling a difficult interaction at work. He explains options in plain language and checks in about what works for each person.
How his therapeutic approaches translate online
Pedro often uses evidence-based techniques that focus on skills and behavior change. One common method centers on identifying triggers and practicing alternative responses. That approach breaks big moments into small steps to reduce reactivity and build better habits.A second common method focuses on processing past hurts that feed anger. This work looks at how previous experiences shape current reactions and teaches ways to reduce shame, repair relationships, and rebuild self-respect.
Deciding which approach to use is part of the work. He and the client review goals, test a few techniques, and adjust the plan together. The therapist treats the process as collaborative and checks in about what feels useful over time.
Confirm current session options before booking so you know what formats are available. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week and to keep regular appointments when travel or work make in-person visits difficult. Some formats are better for shorter check-ins or when video bandwidth is limited; others allow longer, more interactive sessions. Ask about specific session formats during the matching process before scheduling.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
5+ years
Listed in
Washington
Languages
English, Spanish
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of anger problems does he address?
He works with temper outbursts, growing resentment, anger at partners or coworkers, and living with someone else's anger. These concerns are listed among his main areas of focus.
How would you describe his approach in a session?
Sessions focus on practical skills and clear next steps. He uses straightforward conversation to identify triggers and practice alternative responses.
What experience does he bring to this work?
He has five years of clinical experience helping people with anger, addiction, anxiety, depression, and related issues.
What are his credentials and where does he practice?
He is an LMHC in Washington. His practice location is listed as Washington.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Can people outside the United States work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How does his pricing work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.