- Stress and anxiety
- Addiction support
- Life purpose
About Almudena
Almudena Ruiz Roman is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) and a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with 27 years of experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, anger, and depression. Almudena speaks English and Spanish and practices in Connecticut.
Almudena describes therapy as a place to address life changes, to move past old patterns, or to better understand oneself. She helps people who want practical ways to handle symptoms that interfere with daily life. She also supports those dealing with chronic illness, caregiving or aging concerns, and challenges related to immigration and first responder roles.
Her background includes practice in multiple countries, which she uses to inform a direct, straightforward style. Sessions focus on clear goals and on changing unhelpful reactions to difficult events. She talks through current problems and helps people try different responses in real life.
Almudena pays attention to how trauma, loss, and substance use affect mood and behavior. She works with people on panic, phobias, postpartum mood changes, and complicated grief. When addiction or domestic violence is present, she addresses safety and practical steps alongside emotional work.
People can expect a practical focus on what to do next rather than abstract theory. Almudena blends experience with direct feedback and concrete strategies to manage distress and move toward clearer priorities.
Therapeutic techniques and online sessions
Almudena uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on changing unhelpful reactions and improving day-to-day functioning. Cognitive approaches help identify and shift thinking patterns that fuel anxiety, panic, and low mood. These methods help with stress, panic attacks, and mood symptoms by teaching clearer ways to respond to triggers.She also works with trauma-informed strategies that address the effects of past abuse and loss on current behavior. Trauma-focused methods help people reduce overwhelming reactions and practice new responses to reminders of past events.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Almudena will collaborate with each person to decide which techniques fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She frames therapy as a practical, shared process of testing what helps in everyday life.
Session formats are not specified in the provided biography, so please confirm current options before booking. Many people find online sessions helpful for fitting therapy around work, caregiving, or health demands. Online work can make it easier to keep appointments, allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight, and reduce travel time while still focusing on concrete steps and skills during sessions.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
27+ years
Listed in
Connecticut, Illinois
Languages
English, Spanish
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, anger, and depression. Additional focuses include chronic illness, aging, immigration issues, first responder concerns, and life purpose questions.
How would she describe her therapeutic style?
Her approach is direct and practical, aiming to identify concrete steps people can use day to day. She emphasizes openness and straightforward discussion about current problems.
How much experience does she have?
She has 27 years of clinical experience working in multiple countries and settings. That background informs her practical focus and familiarity with diverse situations.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She holds the credentials LCPC and LPC and practices in Connecticut. Those credentials are listed as LCPC and LPC.
Can I work with her if I only speak Spanish?
Yes. Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Does she work with clients outside the United States?
She does not accept international clients at this time. Sessions are provided to people located where her Connecticut practice allows.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What steps do I take to begin sessions?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session. That sequence starts the intake and matching process.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.