Pedro Ricardo Gonzalez , LPC

Pedro Ricardo Gonzalez is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with 22 years of clinical and advocacy experience who brings a bilingual approach to therapy in English and Spanish. He works from a belief that every person is capable of self-discovery, change, and growth, and he partners with clients to set realistic, attainable goals for meaningful life changes.

His professional background spans higher education, nonprofit community programs, inpatient residential care, and private practice, providing experience with clients of all ages from young children to older adults. This range of settings supports his ability to work effectively with a diverse mix of cultural, racial, and religious backgrounds while tailoring care to each person’s unique situation.

Pedro uses a blend of holistic, traditional, and integrative methods to address concerns such as stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, addictions, relationship and family issues, grief, parenting challenges, and many other life stressors. He emphasizes collaborative work and practical strategies so clients can build skills and move toward their fullest potential. His practice centers on respect, cultural awareness, and a commitment to helping people navigate change and strengthen coping over time.

Therapeutic approaches and online care with a bilingual LPC

Pedro often draws on client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and EMDR when appropriate. Client-centered therapy focuses on the client’s perspective and emphasizes empathy, acceptance, and collaboration to help people explore their values and goals and build self-directed change. CBT is a skills-based approach that helps identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, which can be useful for issues like anxiety, depression, and stress. EMDR is a trauma-focused method that uses guided processing to reduce the emotional intensity of traumatic memories and support recovery.

Finding the right approach is part of the work Pedro does with each person. He collaborates with clients to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and adjusts the plan over time as progress is made.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These formats make it easier to access regular care from wherever clients are, support continuity between sessions, and allow for a variety of interaction styles so therapy can fit into busy or changing lives.