- ACT and CBT methods
- DBT skills work
- Attachment focus
About Brent
Brent Ruebensam is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Texas with 15 years of experience. He works with adults who face stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, bipolar disorder, depression, addictions, relationship and intimacy concerns, grief, self-esteem struggles, and challenges linked to ADHD. He also addresses issues such as attachment difficulties, codependency, family of origin problems, and substance-related concerns.
Brent favors straightforward conversation and practical strategies. Sessions focus on clear goals and steps people can try between meetings. He uses approaches drawn from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy, and Client-Centered Therapy to shape treatment options.
In practice he pays attention to patterns that keep problems repeating, like communication styles or attachment dynamics. He works with clients to notice these patterns and test different ways of responding. That can include skill-building for emotion regulation, thought work to challenge unhelpful beliefs, and exercises to strengthen connection and boundaries.
People can expect direct feedback and collaborative goal-setting. Brent aims to help clients break down large problems into manageable steps. He also supports practical problem solving around life changes such as work, relationships, and moving through grief.
To begin, prospective clients complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule a first session. Costs vary by location and use a cancellable subscription model, so payment details are shared during intake.
Therapeutic approaches used in online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying what matters to you and taking small actions toward those values. It helps with anxiety, stress, and feeling stuck by combining mindfulness exercises with straightforward behavior changes.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) works on the link between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It involves identifying unhelpful thought patterns and testing new ways of thinking to reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) provides concrete skills for managing intense emotions and improving relationships. It offers techniques for distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and clearer communication.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss your goals and preferences and try methods that fit your needs. Expect to review progress and adjust strategies as you learn what helps.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current online options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit counseling into a busy day, reduce travel time, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and let people join from wherever they are living in Texas. Licensed professionals can adapt exercises and skill practice to work well over remote sessions.
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Experience
15+ years
Listed in
Texas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, bipolar disorder, depression, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, self-esteem, ADHD and related problems.
What is his therapeutic style like?
Responses are direct and practical with collaborative goal-setting. He uses conversational sessions that combine skill practice and reflection.
How much experience does he have?
He has 15 years of professional experience providing counseling in Texas.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Texas and practices from that state.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he work with clients outside the United States?
He is not currently accepting international clients.
How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?
Costs vary with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time; specific pricing is provided during intake.
How do I begin a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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