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Pedro Ricardo Gonzalez, LPC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Pedro is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

5.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Pedro. View 50 reviews
Speaks English and Spanish
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Texas, Colorado, and 4 more

Recent reviews

Wonderful

Reviewed July 2024

Pedro has been absolutely phenomenal with regard to helping me to navigate some very difficult and tricky waters. He’s insightful, thought-provoking, and has an excellent manner that brings comfort to exploring some deep topics. He has made this experience so much better and worthwhile than I could have imagined it being.

Reviewed May 2024

More about Pedro

  • 22 years' experience
  • Male
  • LPC, LCMHC

Hello, I am Pedro Ricardo Gonzalez, Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Texas and Colorado. I am bilingual (Spanish) and have a passion for working with people. I believe that every human is capable of self-discovery, change and growth. I collaborate with clients to create reasonable, attainable goals for positive life change.

My academic credentials are supported by 20+ years of clinical and youth advocacy experiences in higher education, non-profit community-based programs, inpatient residential care settings and private practice. I work with all ages, from very young children through older adults. My extensive experience allows me to work successfully with a diverse array of clients. I am comfortable with people from a wide variety of racial, cultural and religious backgrounds. I recognize that each person’s situation is unique. In order to meet your needs, I use holistic, traditional, and integrative approaches. Let's work together and help you reach your fullest potential!

Specialties

Stress Anxiety LGBT Trauma and abuse Intimacy-related issues Depression Addictions Relationship issues Family conflicts Grief Parenting issues Anger management Self esteem Career difficulties Coping with life changes Coaching Compassion fatigue ADHD Abandonment Adoption and foster care Aging and geriatric issues Autism and Asperger Syndrome BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture Blended family issues Caregiver issues and stress Communication problems Coping with natural or human-caused disaster Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD) Domestic violence Drug and alcohol addiction Emptiness Family of origin issues Family problems Fatherhood issues Forgiveness Gender dysphoria Guilt and shame HIV / AIDS Immigration issues Impulsivity Infidelity Intellectual disability Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Men's issues Midlife crisis Military and veterans issues Mood disorders Multicultural concerns Panic disorder and panic attacks Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships Post-traumatic stress Prejudice and discrimination Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling) Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Sex addiction Sexual assault and abuse Sexual dysfunction Sexuality Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Pedro Ricardo Gonzalez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1538211867.

  • LPC · Texas · 18393 · Expires November 2024
  • LPC · Colorado · 0018189 · Expires August 2025
  • LPC · Arizona · LPC-20934 · Expires April 2026
  • LPC · Missouri · 2023035030 · Expires June 2025
  • LPC · Arkansas · P2211021 · Expires May 2025
  • LCMHC · New Hampshire · 3434 · Expires June 2026

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling, sometimes called teletherapy, refers to talk therapy delivered remotely through digital platforms, such as video calls, phone calls, or chat. It can be a great option for people who face barriers to traditional face-to-face therapy, such as those living in remote areas, individuals with mobility issues, or people with busy schedules that make it difficult to attend in-person sessions.

Teletherapy also offers greater convenience and flexibility, allowing clients to access care from the comfort of their homes. Research shows that the treatment outcomes with online counseling are often just as effective as with traditional therapy, providing a viable alternative for individuals seeking mental health support.

Reviews for Pedro Ricardo Gonzalez

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

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Wonderful

Reviewed July 2024

Pedro has been absolutely phenomenal with regard to helping me to navigate some very difficult and tricky waters. He’s insightful, thought-provoking, and has an excellent manner that brings comfort to exploring some deep topics. He has made this experience so much better and worthwhile than I could have imagined it being.

Reviewed May 2024

Pedro is a wonderful person.

Reviewed May 2024

Listens to my needs and helps me process overwhelming thoughts & experiences.

Reviewed April 2024

Nice man

Reviewed March 2024

I am a few weeks in to working with Pedro. He is kind, responsive, and from what I can tell good at his job. I’m grateful for the help I’m getting

Reviewed February 2024

Pedro is engaging with great expertise and insight. He is quick to smile and listens well. I appreciate his step by step, encouraging approach with me, regarding my treatment and recovery!

Reviewed February 2024

Pedro is kind, approachable, and supportive.

Reviewed February 2024

Pedro knows his stuff and has been a great support!

Reviewed February 2024

Ricardo helped me a lot to understand myself, accepting myself and he finds ways to help me to improve myself, I’m proud of my progress.

Reviewed January 2024

Amazing experience with my counselor! Love working with him!

Reviewed November 2020

Therapy can be an intimidating thing to start, but Pedro has made the experience comfortable and supportive so that talking things through feels safe and natural. The level of care and concern he treats each session with is what anyone would hope for in someone they confide in and seek advice from.

Reviewed January 2024

So far, Pedro has been receptive, insightful, supportive, and a great resource to work through a difficult time in my life. I recommend him to anyone.

Reviewed December 2023

Pedro is a very open-minded and understanding therapist.

Reviewed November 2023

I've only seen Pedro a couple of times, but he has proven in this time that he is attentive, trustworthy, and experienced. His regular recaps of our meeting by text reassure me that I am being listened to, and his sessions always feel to be at my pace making it easy to open up. I cab already tell Pedro is among the best therapists I've ever had.

Reviewed November 2023

Dr. Pedro is absolutely wonderful. I feel so seen and understood and that I’m not crazy. Thank you!

Reviewed November 2023

Mr Pedro R. Gonzalez goes at my pace, I feel supported and guided. I enjoy his calm and focused demeanor, and feel very comfortable during our sessions.

Reviewed November 2023

My experience with Pedro has been insightful and has allowed me to find balance in my chaos and confusion about the circumstances that I am faced with and feeling in control amongst all of it. He listens and hears me. He responds with experience and compassion. I have come to trust him immensely through our conversations and video chats. I give him an 5 star rating.

Reviewed September 2023

Excellent and professional, I’m proud of my improvement

Reviewed August 2023

Wonderful

Reviewed July 2023

Pedro offers consistent, steady, well-reasoned support. He has a generous spirit and a grounding presence, which he communicates well through the screen. I’m very glad to be working with him.

Reviewed July 2023

Pedro never forces any objective but instead listened intently to my concerns and has a way of addressing them that empowers me with new ways of thinking about my situation. I highly recommend Pedro as your therapist, too!

Reviewed June 2023

Betterhelp matched me with Mr. Gonzalez and I believe it did a great job. Mr. Gonzalez and I are both hispanic which helped alot with understanding family dynamics and work stress related issues. His insight and advice has helped me a lot

Reviewed March 2023

Pedro has a very approachable personality. I was a bit nervous about therapy in general and even more about doing it online. My nerves were calmed very early on in our initial meeting. (We did a video chat) I felt no judgement … I was almost looking for it. Instead I was able to open up more than I thought I would. He was very helpful at pulling my chaos in and helped me to prioritize my thoughts and needs. He brings a sense of order and strength to our sessions that has been invaluable to my mental health. You won’t be disappointed with his abilities.

Reviewed April 2023

I have only had a couple sessions with Pedro, but I am very satisfied with his insight, thoughtfulness, and advice. I definitely recommend

Reviewed April 2023

So far so good! He’s a great listener.

Reviewed April 2023

Pedro has been a fantastic counsellor - he's attentive and responsive, and extremely professional. He's helped me think through issues without me feeling overwhelmed or defeated. It's a gradual process but I feel really happy with how I can genuinely see things have been improving steadily over time. :)

Reviewed January 2023

Very respectful and helpful

Reviewed January 2023

Very personable, prepared, educated, and articulate. Also, Pedro is empathic, yet a realist. I sought out Pedro for his past experience as a probation/parole officer— and his Life-coaching skills. I heartily recommend Pedro!

Reviewed November 2022

Awesome therapist. Keep him on board!

Reviewed November 2022

He is exactly what I need

Reviewed November 2022

I’ve found Pedro so supportive and attentive, and really able to listen to what’s going on in my world and relay it back in ways that have helped me make sense of it. Sometimes I’ve not really been sure of what to say, etc., but he’s patient and willing to work with me. Have really benefited from his support, advice, and expertise.

Reviewed September 2022

Pedro is so great at listening and providing relevant and helpful feedback that is constructive and thought provoking. I have had many therapists before, and never have I felt so comfortable discussing any and all issues, even very personal issues. I would highly recommend Pedro to anyone looking for a caring, safe and knowledgeable therapist.

Reviewed August 2022

Mr. Gonzalez is very easy to talk to, he’s very understanding and listens to what I have to say and his input is always delivered in a way that is easy to understand and take in.

Reviewed June 2022

Super responsive and provides support that matches whatever concerns I have, and helps me to think about things I might not have thought of before.

Reviewed May 2022

Pedro has saved my life with the level of support he has provided me with a very difficult divorce I am going through.

Reviewed April 2022

I live abroad in a culture that is different from my own background. I have struggled to find help in the country where I live in to start resolving my problems. Already from the first session on discussions with Pedro have been a significant help for me. I feel like I can express myself with being judged and Pedro has a way of asking the right questions to trigger my thinking to flow the right direction. Our sessions have been through chat and already after a few chats I feel like I am making progress and I am able to process my thoughts a lot better than a few months ago.

Reviewed March 2022

Pedro has an ability to listen sensitively and attentively, leading him to offer interpretations that have been really helpful for gaining my own sense of clarity on the issues and concerns I’ve been working through. He is so professional, patient, and non-judgemental, and have found my time with him to be entirely worth the investment.

Reviewed January 2022

Pedro is very supportive and I’d like to change the one neutral answer to strongly agree as I forgot that he encourage’s me to communicate via this chat site and send him an email whenever I need to. He is an excellent support therapist!!

Reviewed June 2021

Pedro had been an instrumental help while I have worked to put some things in order, Pedro is very knowledgeable in his field, respectful and makes you feel at ease.

Reviewed May 2021

At this stage whiich is practical the beginning of speaking with Pedro I feel he has a genuinel and sincere interest in listening and talking through my problems with me with a view, of helping me to resolve them also he is not phased by anything I share with him as some issues are quite personal. so far im impressed.

Reviewed May 2021

Pedro is a wonderful counselor — he is easy to talk to and is a great listener. He is extremely open minded and makes you feel comfortable. Highly recommend!

Reviewed May 2021

I have been working with Pedro for about three months now, and he's really helped me achieve emotional stability and helps me understand how my brain is reacting to current events based on my accumulated life experience, and offers me tools to help manage and regulate my thoughts and emotions. I really appreciate his patience and when he challenges me to consider other ways of looking at things.

Reviewed March 2021

He is very caring and supportive I can text him at anytime and he responds in a timely manner.

Reviewed February 2021

Pedro listens to me every time and his support is valuable. He is a great counselor!

Reviewed February 2021

I've only been having video sessions with Pedro for a couple of weeks now, But after my first EMDR session today he has me sold on it and I realise i should have done this far sooner. An absolute lifesaver and look forward to working with him further.

Reviewed January 2021

He has helped me get my life back on track. A caring and thoughtful individual! Thank-you Pedro!!

Reviewed December 2020

Pedro is very compassionate and professional.

Reviewed November 2020

Amazing

Reviewed July 2020

Pedro is incredibly well spoken and charismatic, he understands even when you cannot our into words how you’re feeling. I am incredibly grateful for the help he is and has provided this far.

Reviewed July 2020

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Frequently asked questions

Does Pedro Ricardo Gonzalez offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Pedro Ricardo Gonzalez works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Pedro Ricardo Gonzalez speak?

Pedro Ricardo Gonzalez speaks English and Spanish.

How many years of experience does Pedro Ricardo Gonzalez have?

Pedro Ricardo Gonzalez has 22 years of experience.

Where is Pedro Ricardo Gonzalez licensed to practice?

Pedro Ricardo Gonzalez is licensed to practice in Texas, Colorado, Arizona, Missouri, Arkansas, and New Hampshire.

Does Pedro Ricardo Gonzalez accept clients outside of the United States?

Yes, Pedro Ricardo Gonzalez accepts clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Pedro Ricardo Gonzalez offer?

Pedro Ricardo Gonzalez offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Pedro Ricardo Gonzalez?

Pedro Ricardo Gonzalez can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Pedro Ricardo Gonzalez?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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