Works with
- Anger
- Stress, Anxiety
- LGBT
- Relationship issues
- Anger management
- Depression
How Ruben works
Practical facts
- Credentials
- LPCC
- Licensed in
- New Mexico
- Years in practice
- 21
- Languages
- English, Spanish
- Session format
- Online, through our partner platform
About Ruben
Ruben Zurita is a licensed clinical professional counselor (LPCC) in New Mexico with 21 years of experience. He helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, anger, depression, relationship concerns, and LGBT issues. Ruben speaks English and Spanish and aims to make the first step into therapy easier and less overwhelming.
Ruben focuses on mood regulation and practical skills for managing strong emotions like anger and anxiety. He listens with respect and sensitivity, then tailors conversations and plans to each person’s needs.
Background and approach
Sessions emphasize clear steps people can try between meetings. His approach blends behavioral and acceptance-based techniques with client-centered conversation. That can mean examining thought patterns, learning new ways to respond to triggers, and practicing mindfulness exercises to reduce reactivity.
For relationship concerns he draws on proven communication methods to help people express needs and repair conflict. Ruben has worked with people facing trauma, domestic violence, immigration stress, HIV or AIDS issues, and questions about gender and sexuality. He also supports people navigating isolation, infidelity, and challenges related to autism or social anxiety.
He adapts the work to the issues a person brings. Ruben provides counseling through audio-visual channels only. He asks people to complete a short matching questionnaire to start, and then schedule sessions according to his availability.
He emphasizes collaboration and steady progress rather than quick fixes.
What Ruben works with
Everything Ruben lists, in the therapist's own terms. Anger is the reason this directory exists; the rest tells you what usually sits alongside it in Ruben's practice.
- Stress, Anxiety
- LGBT
- Relationship issues
- Anger management
- Depression
- Autism and Asperger Syndrome
- Communication problems
- Domestic violence
- Forgiveness
- Gender dysphoria
- HIV / AIDS
- Immigration issues
- Infidelity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Mood disorders
- Multicultural concerns
- Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
- Sexuality
- Social anxiety and phobia
Approaches Ruben lists
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Gottman Method
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
How therapeutic methods translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without letting them drive behavior. It focuses on clarifying values and taking small steps that match what matters most. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) breaks problems into thoughts, feelings, and actions, then teaches practical tools to change unhelpful patterns and reduce symptoms. Mindfulness Therapy involves simple attention and breathing exercises that reduce reactivity and increase calm in stressful moments.Finding the right approach is part of the process. Ruben will work together with each person to choose methods that match their goals and preferences. That can mean trying different tools in early sessions and adjusting what is emphasized as progress is made.
Ruben provides counseling through audio-visual channels only, so confirm session options before booking if you need a different format. Online sessions make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, avoid travel time, and check in from wherever a quieter time is available. They also allow practice of skills in real life between meetings and let a therapist coach responses to everyday situations without requiring an in-person visit.
Questions people ask about Ruben
What concerns does Ruben help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, anger, depression, relationship issues, and LGBT-related concerns, plus related topics such as mood regulation and social anxiety.
What is his style of therapy like?
Ruben combines client-centered conversation with practical techniques. Sessions focus on learning skills, trying new responses, and practicing small changes between meetings.
How much clinical experience does he bring?
He has 21 years of experience as an independent licensed clinical professional counselor working with a range of emotional and relational challenges.
Where is Ruben licensed and based?
He is a New Mexico LPCC and practices in New Mexico.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Does Ruben see international clients?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions scheduled and paid for?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with Ruben?
Press the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to his availability.