Rene Lujan, LPC
Midlife and life-change focused counselor
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- Practical coping skills
- Direct goal setting
- Support for mood
About Rene
Rene draws on long experience to keep conversations direct and useful. Sessions focus on practical steps people can try between meetings. He aims to create a calm, nonjudgmental space where feelings are named and realistic goals are set.
Over his career Rene has worked with many people facing mood disorders and personality-related patterns. He commonly helps clients sort communication problems, control issues, and relationship tensions that affect daily life. He also addresses concerns such as abandonment, attachment struggles, and blended family issues.
Rene is familiar with managing co-occurring conditions and challenges tied to chronic illness, pain, and disability. He provides straightforward support for issues like body image, dissociation, and disruptive mood patterns. His approach centers on clear steps and ongoing adjustment based on what is working.
For someone worried about a midlife shift, Rene offers practical guidance to re-evaluate priorities and cope with change. He encourages small, concrete changes that build toward larger goals. Choosing to reach out is the first step toward clearer thinking and steadier days.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
27+ years
Credentials
Texas
Languages
English
How therapeutic approaches guide online care
Rene uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on clear, practical work. One common approach emphasizes skills and strategies to manage anxiety and stress. This involves learning simple tools for grounding, breathing, and shifting unhelpful thinking patterns to reduce day-to-day distress.Another frequently used method concentrates on mood regulation and behavior change for people with mood disorder symptoms. Sessions focus on building small routines, tracking mood patterns, and testing new ways of responding to difficult feelings to steady daily functioning.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Rene will collaborate with each person to find what fits their needs, goals, and preferences. That process may include trying different techniques and adjusting the plan as progress is reviewed.
If you are considering online sessions, confirm the current session options before booking. The main practical benefit of online work is fitting therapy into a busy life - it can make scheduling easier and reduce travel time. It also lets people use formats that match their energy level, such as shorter check-ins when needed, or sessions that do not require being on camera. Licensed professionals can adapt these methods to help people make steady, useful changes.
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Rene address in therapy?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, anger, self-esteem and bipolar-related concerns. He also works on family dynamics, communication problems, and attachment issues.
What is his therapeutic style like?
Rene uses direct, practical conversation focused on real steps people can try between sessions. The style aims for clear goals and straightforward feedback.
How long has he worked in mental health?
He brings 27 years of experience in mental health care. That experience has included supporting people with mood disorders and complex life adjustments.
What credentials and region relate to his practice?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, practicing in Texas. The LPC credential is shown as provided.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are costs and payment handled?
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 Rene?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.