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Almudena Ruiz Roman

Almudena Ruiz Roman, LCPC, LPC

Therapist · Connecticut · 27+ years of experience

Empathetic counselor for life transition challenges

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  • Midlife transitions
  • Bilingual English Spanish
  • Evidence-based care

About Almudena

Almudena Ruiz Roman brings a practical, down-to-earth approach to therapy. She centers honesty and a nonjudgmental stance to help people facing midlife questions, stress, anxiety, depression, and addiction-related concerns. Sessions are offered in English and Spanish and reflect 27 years of clinical experience across multiple countries. Almudena identifies herself as a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, listed as LCPC, and also holds the LPC credential used in Connecticut.

In sessions she focuses on what people can do now to feel better. She helps clients manage anxiety, handle anger, and address trauma and abuse in ways that fit daily life. She also works with struggles related to aging, chronic illness, substance use, grief, and finding life purpose during transitions such as midlife. Her background includes work in Spain, the UK, and the United States, which informs a culturally aware style.

Almudena uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide conversations toward clear steps and coping strategies. She aims to make therapy a collaborative process, listening first and tailoring the pace to each person. The practical focus is on changing how people respond to stressors, not on labeling or assigning blame.

Her long experience includes supporting people through panic, phobias, postpartum mood changes, and issues tied to immigration or first responder work. She tries to keep sessions straightforward and goal-oriented, so progress can be noticed between visits.

People seeking help are invited to start with a short matching questionnaire and then schedule according to therapist availability. The subscription for sessions can be canceled at any time.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsTrauma and abuseAnger managementDepression

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionFirst responder issuesGuilt and shameImmigration issuesLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Experience

27+ years

Credentials

Connecticut, Illinois

Languages

English, Spanish

How evidence-based techniques translate to online care

Almudena draws on well-established therapeutic approaches that focus on changing unhelpful reactions and building coping skills. One common method she uses teaches people to notice and adjust anxious or negative thought patterns so they can respond differently to stress and panic attacks. This helps with anxiety, mood problems, and frequent worry.

Another approach emphasizes processing difficult experiences and trauma in a paced way that reduces their hold on daily life. That method supports people working through trauma, grief, and intense emotional reactions without needing to relive everything all at once.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will review your concerns, goals, and preferences and suggest techniques that suit your situation. Together you can try different tools and adjust the plan based on what proves most helpful.

Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life and reduce travel time. It can also allow for shorter check-ins when schedules are tight or permit talking without needing to be on camera when that helps someone focus. Confirm the available session formats before booking so you know whether remote options are offered and how scheduling works.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Almudena address?

She helps with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma and abuse, anger, and related mood or panic issues. Additional focuses include midlife crisis, chronic illness, aging, and life purpose questions.

What is her therapeutic style like?

Her style is genuine and nonjudgmental with an emphasis on practical steps. She uses evidence-based techniques and works collaboratively to set clear, manageable goals.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has 27 years of experience working in clinical settings across multiple countries, which informs her culturally aware approach.

What are her credentials and where is she based?

She holds LCPC and LPC credentials and practices in Connecticut.

Which languages are supported in sessions?

Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.

Are international clients accepted?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How does pricing work for sessions?

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

How do I begin working with her?

Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions based on therapist availability.

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