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Pedro Ruiz
Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate, MA, LMHC

Pedro Ruiz

Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate, MA, LMHC (he, him)

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5920 100th St SW, Unit 33, Lakewood, WA 98499
Let's Connect (253) 600-2293
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Spanish and English Speaking. Accepting New Patients In Person and via Teleheath for couples, families, SUD groups, and individuals. Have therapists in my practice who also accept couples counseling with evening time slots still available for those who work as well as morning and day times. Pedro Ruiz is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Washington who has been practicing since 2017. Outside of work, Pedro is an advanced chess player who enjoys the art of solving problems, singing (Salsa music), spending time with family, trying new food, and traveling. He enjoys working with adults, families, and couples.
He has a Master’s of Science in Professional Counseling, with 17+ years of experience with addiction counseling, and depression, anxiety, PTSD, and trauma. He likes working on couples issues using EFT and Gottman approach. Pedro is fluent in Spanish and English language.
Pedro strives to listen actively, gain understanding of the underlying issues and problems, and provide guidance to overcome, find relief, and experience healing from emotional/psychological pain.
Call or Pedro Ruiz now for a free 15 minute consultation - (253) 600-2293

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Thoughtful Counseling Group PLLC

5920 100th St SW

Unit 33

Lakewood, WA 98499 map

(253) 600-2293
Pedro wants patients to feel heard, validated, and listened to while working with him.
$200 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and groups  
Let's Connect (253) 600-2293
Photo of Pedro Ruiz, Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate, MA, LMHC

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Thoughtful Counseling Group PLLC

5920 100th St SW

Unit 33

Lakewood, WA 98499 map

(253) 600-2293
Pedro wants patients to feel heard, validated, and listened to while working with him.
$200 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and groups  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $200
  • Couple Sessions $225

Payment Methods

ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Paypal, Venmo, Visa, Wire, Zelle

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • ComPsych
  • Coordinated Care
  • First Choice Health | FCH
  • First Health
  • Healthcare Management Administrators
  • Kaiser (Out-of-Network)
  • LifeWise
  • Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Optum
  • Premera Blue Cross
  • Providence
  • Regence
  • TRICARE
  • TriWest
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • Out of Network
Photo of Pedro Ruiz, Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate, MA, LMHC
Pedro Ruiz
Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate, MA, LMHC
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (253) 600-2293
Photo of Pedro Ruiz, Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate, MA, LMHC
Pedro Ruiz
Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate, MA, LMHC
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (253) 600-2293

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Washington / MC61229268 Pedro Ruiz
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 8 years
  • Attended Brandon University, Ms in Psychology, Graduated 2020
  • Additional Credentials

  • License: Substance Use Disorder Professional Certification CP60467503 / 2023
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Pedro Ruiz
Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate, MA, LMHC
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (253) 600-2293
Photo of Pedro Ruiz, Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate, MA, LMHC
Pedro Ruiz
Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate, MA, LMHC
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (253) 600-2293

Specialties and Expertise

Expertise

  • Alcohol Use
  • Anger Management
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Chronic Pain
  • Coping Skills
  • Drug Abuse
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Family Conflict
  • First Responders
  • Grief
  • Infidelity
  • Life Transitions
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Men's Issues
  • Mood Disorders
  • Peer Relationships
  • Personality Disorders
  • Racial Identity
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
  • Veterans
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I am fluent in Spanish and English and treat with crisis, substance abuse, couples, and families who are struggling.
Photo of Pedro Ruiz, Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate, MA, LMHC
Pedro Ruiz
Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate, MA, LMHC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (253) 600-2293
"
I am fluent in Spanish and English and treat with crisis, substance abuse, couples, and families who are struggling.
Photo of Pedro Ruiz, Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate, MA, LMHC
Pedro Ruiz
Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate, MA, LMHC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (253) 600-2293

Client Focus

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Group

Ethnicity

Hispanic and Latino

I also speak

Spanish

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Group

Ethnicity

Hispanic and Latino

I also speak

Spanish

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Adlerian
  • Attachment-based
  • Christian Counseling
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Family Systems
  • Gestalt
  • Gottman Method
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Multicultural
  • Narrative
  • Person-Centered
  • Psychodynamic
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Trauma Focused
Photo of Pedro Ruiz, Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate, MA, LMHC
Pedro Ruiz
Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate, MA, LMHC
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (253) 600-2293
Photo of Pedro Ruiz, Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate, MA, LMHC
Pedro Ruiz
Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate, MA, LMHC
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (253) 600-2293

Location

Primary Location

Thoughtful Counseling Group PLLC

5920 100th St SW

Unit 33

Lakewood, WA 98499

(253) 600-2293

Nearby Areas

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Pedro wants patients to feel heard, validated, and listened to while working with him.
Photo of Pedro Ruiz, Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate, MA, LMHC
Pedro Ruiz
Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate, MA, LMHC
Call for a free consultation now - (253) 600-2293
"
Pedro wants patients to feel heard, validated, and listened to while working with him.
Photo of Pedro Ruiz, Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate, MA, LMHC
Pedro Ruiz
Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate, MA, LMHC
Call for a free consultation now - (253) 600-2293