AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Domestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Sex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualityWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic approaches
Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Mindfulness TherapyNarrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy
Experience
22+ years
Credentials
Texas, Colorado, Arizona, Missouri, Arkansas, New Hampshire
As listed on the therapist's profile. You can check a license with the state licensing board and an NPI in the national registry.
Mindfulness based
Bilingual English Spanish
Practical goal setting
About Pedro
Pedro Ricardo Gonzalez is a Licensed Professional Counselor with more than two decades of clinical experience. He is bilingual in English and Spanish and brings a calm, practical approach to therapy. Pedro believes people can change and grow, and he helps them set clear, reachable goals for their lives.
He has worked in higher education, non-profit community programs, inpatient residential care, and private practice. That range gives him experience with many life stages and situations. He draws on several approaches to meet each person's needs, including mindfulness techniques and client-centered work.
In sessions he focuses on what matters most to the person in front of him. He uses concrete strategies from cognitive behavioral therapy when helpful, and he can incorporate narrative or EMDR-informed methods as appropriate. The aim is to reduce symptoms and build skills people can use every day.
Pedro often supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship and intimacy concerns, grief, parenting strain, addiction issues, ADHD, and career or life transitions. He also addresses topics like abandonment, adoption and foster care, caregiver stress, and communication challenges.
People meet him in a respectful, nonjudgmental setting where practical steps are prioritized. To begin, readers can use the site's Start Therapy button to complete a brief questionnaire and schedule according to availability.
How Pedro blends approaches for online care
Pedro integrates Mindfulness Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in ways that are easy to understand. Mindfulness Therapy focuses on present-moment awareness and simple practices to reduce stress and reactivity, which can help with anxiety and mood concerns. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes an empathic, nonjudgmental stance where the therapist listens and follows the person's goals, useful for building trust and clarity. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy looks at patterns of thought and behavior and provides practical exercises to change unhelpful habits and manage symptoms.
Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. He will talk with the person about their needs, goals, and preferences and together determine which methods to try. That plan can change over time as progress and new priorities emerge.
If you are considering online work, confirm the session formats when you book since current session options are listed during scheduling. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow a quieter check-in during a short break, or reduce travel time. It also lets people use mindfulness practices and CBT exercises in real-life settings between appointments, which can speed practical progress.
These summaries are based on the profile information listed on BetterHelp. Listing mindfulness as an approach does not mean a therapist holds a formal mindfulness training or certificate.
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does this therapist address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, parenting, addictions, ADHD, career changes, and related concerns listed in his profile.
What is his therapeutic style like?
His style combines client-centered listening with practical tools. He uses mindfulness, CBT, narrative approaches, and EMDR-informed work when appropriate to meet goals.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He brings 22 years of clinical and advocacy experience across higher education, non-profit programs, inpatient residential care, and private practice.
Where is he licensed and located?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and is based in Texas.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Can people outside the U.S. connect with him?
He accepts international clients; confirm any cross-border details during the scheduling process.
How are fees and payments handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.
Therapists on BetterHelp do not prescribe medication. A doctor can talk with you about medical options. If you are thinking about suicide, call or text 988; in an emergency, call 911.
