Therapist profile
Pedro Ruiz, LMHC
Washington
Licensed Mental Health Counselor - Codependency and Addiction
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- Credentials
- LMHC
- License
- LMHC, Washington / MHC.LH.61443143
- NPI
- 1164596037
- Experience
- 5 years
- Languages
- English, Spanish
- Location
- Washington
About
- Codependency patterns
- Addiction concerns
- Anger and boundaries
About Pedro
Pedro Ruiz is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Washington with five years of clinical experience. He works with common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, anger, and self-esteem issues. He also focuses on codependency, communication problems, family conflict, and fatherhood concerns. Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Pedro uses straightforward, evidence-informed techniques to help clients handle overwhelming feelings and relational stressors. He talks through what is happening now and helps people notice patterns that keep them stuck. Sessions typically cover practical skills for managing panic, social anxiety, and cravings, and include conversations about boundaries and self-respect when relationships feel one-sided.
He pays particular attention to issues that often show up together - shame, guilt, and fear of abandonment. Pedro aims to help people find clearer ways to say no, set limits, and reconnect with their own priorities. He also supports work on forgiveness and rebuilding trust after infidelity or betrayals.
Pedro brings attention to men’s concerns and fatherhood topics without assuming one path fits everyone. He focuses on what clients want to change and on small, steady steps toward those goals. Language needs can be met in English or Spanish depending on the client’s preference.
To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and select an initial appointment. The practice uses a subscription model for sessions that can be canceled at any time. International clients are not currently accepted.
How sessions work
How therapeutic approaches are used in online sessions
Pedro often draws from common evidence-based approaches that focus on thinking patterns and behavior change. Cognitive approaches help people notice unhelpful thoughts and practice alternatives, which can reduce anxiety and negative self-talk. Behavioral techniques involve step-by-step exposure or activity changes that address panic, phobias, and avoidance patterns.He also uses skills-based methods that teach concrete tools for emotion regulation and managing urges. These tools can be useful for anger, cravings, and overwhelming stress. Each method is explained in simple terms so clients can try techniques between sessions and track what helps.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Pedro will collaborate with each client to identify which techniques fit their needs, goals, and preferences. He checks in and adjusts the plan over time rather than sticking to one method regardless of progress.
Confirm the specific session formats before booking. The practice requires selecting the See online therapy options button and completing a short questionnaire to schedule. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. These practical benefits often help people keep therapy consistent while they apply new skills in daily life.
Areas of focus
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
5+ years
Listed in
Washington
Languages
English, Spanish
Questions
Frequently asked questions
Does he help with people-pleasing and setting boundaries?
Yes. He works with codependency and boundary issues and helps people practice saying no and protecting their time.
What style of therapy does he use?
He uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques focused on practical skills, emotional awareness, and behavior change to address symptoms and relationship patterns.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has five years of clinical experience as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor.
Where is he licensed and practicing?
He is an LMHC licensed in Washington and practices with clients located in that state.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Can people outside the US work with him?
No. He is not currently accepting international clients.
How are sessions scheduled and paid for?
Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time; cost varies with location.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by clicking the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are not safe at home, use the crisis and helpline numbers.