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Ramon Ruiz IV

Ramon Ruiz IV

LCSW

Therapist · Texas · 10+ years of experience

Practical support for anger and life stressors

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  • Compassionate listener
  • Goal focused
  • Skill building

About Ramon

Ramon Ruiz IV is a licensed clinical social worker practicing in Texas who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, anger, and addiction. He supports those struggling with sleep problems, low self-esteem, relationship strain, trauma, bipolar symptoms, and coping with major life changes. Ramon speaks English and brings a calm, respectful presence to sessions.

Ramon tailors conversations and plans to each person's situation. He listens first, then helps set practical goals. Sessions focus on skills that can be used between meetings, such as coping strategies, communication tips, and steps to reduce substance use or compulsive behaviors.

In practice he draws on client-centered methods that prioritize the person’s perspective. He also uses cognitive behavioral techniques to spot and change unhelpful thinking patterns. Dialectical behavior therapy and mindfulness skills are woven in when emotional regulation and distress tolerance are needed.

Ramon has led therapy for about 10 years and describes his approach as respectful and compassionate. He aims to make the work straightforward and useful rather than overly technical. People who want clear steps and steady support often find this style helpful.

To begin, Ramon asks people to identify immediate concerns and goals. From there he helps build a plan that fits a person's life, focusing on small changes that lead to steadier days and fewer moments of overwhelm.

Areas of expertise

Also works with

Relationship issuesTrauma and abuseSleeping disordersAnger managementBipolar disorderCoping with life changes

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBody imageChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDissociationDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMood disordersNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

10+ years

Credentials

Texas

Languages

English

Approaches used online and how they help

Ramon uses client-centered work to keep the focus on each person's concerns and goals. This approach means the conversation follows what matters most to the client and helps build trust and motivation.

He also draws on cognitive behavioral therapy, which breaks problems into thoughts, feelings, and actions. CBT helps people spot patterns that keep problems going and practice small behavior changes that reduce anger, anxiety, and depressive symptoms.

Finding the right approach is part of the work and Ramon will collaborate with clients to decide what fits best. He explores goals, preferences, and what has helped or not helped in the past, then suggests a mix of methods to try together.

Confirm the current online session options before scheduling because the biography did not list specific formats. Many people find online sessions make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and let conversations happen from different settings without travel. Ramon aims to match session length and pacing to each person's routine so therapy can fit alongside work, family, and daily demands.

At a glance

Listed location
Texas
Experience
10+ years
Credentials
LCSW
Languages
English
License (Texas)
LCSW · No. 59296
NPI
1003703323

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Frequently asked questions

What issues does Ramon commonly address?

He helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, anger, addictions, sleep problems, relationship concerns, trauma, bipolar symptoms, and coping with life changes.

How would you describe his therapeutic style?

Ramon emphasizes a respectful, client-centered style and works collaboratively to set clear, practical goals and steps for change.

How much experience does he have?

He has about 10 years of professional experience providing therapy services.

What credentials and region are listed?

He is an LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker - practicing in Texas.

Which languages are supported and are international clients served?

Sessions are offered in English and he is not currently accepting international clients.

What session formats are available?

Confirm current session options before booking since specific formats were not listed in the biography.

How does cost and payment work?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I get started with Ramon?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

Before you start

  • Online talk therapy is not a court-ordered or mandated anger-management course, and it does not provide attendance certificates.
  • Check that the location and license details above fit where you live.
  • If anyone is at risk of being harmed, contact emergency services or a domestic-abuse helpline first. See the support lines for the US, UK and Australia.
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