- Anger management
- Family dynamics
- Mood disorders
About Rene
Rene Lujan is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas with 27 years of experience in mental health care. He works with adults on stress, anxiety, family concerns, anger, self-esteem, and bipolar disorder. He also has a background supporting military personnel and veterans with PTSD, adjustment, and mood concerns.
Rene uses practical, evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help people manage symptoms and improve daily functioning. He focuses on real-world skills like emotion regulation, problem solving, and clearer communication. Sessions are straightforward and goal-oriented, with attention to immediate concerns as well as longer-term patterns.
His clinical work also covers attachment and abandonment concerns, adoption and foster care issues, personality-related struggles, and coping with chronic illness or pain. He has experience addressing dissociation, co-morbid conditions, and disruptive mood symptoms. Rene aims to identify triggers and develop concrete strategies clients can try between sessions.
As a retired military professional, he brings years of experience working with soldiers and combat veterans. That background informs his approach to trauma-related stress and adjustment difficulties without assuming a single path for everyone. He encourages clear communication about what is and isn’t working.
People who choose him can expect direct feedback and practical tools alongside discussion. Sessions balance short-term relief and broader change. To begin, viewers are asked to use the site matching process and schedule a first session through the provided options.
Evidence-based methods and online sessions
Rene practices evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on clear skills and measurable steps. One common approach is cognitive-behavioral style work that helps people recognize unhelpful thoughts and try different behaviors to reduce anxiety and improve mood. This method is useful for stress, anxiety, and managing mood symptoms.Another approach emphasizes emotion regulation and problem-solving skills. That work teaches ways to manage intense feelings, respond to conflict, and break larger problems into manageable steps. It suits people dealing with anger, family conflict, or mood instability.
Choosing the right method is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss options with the client and adjust techniques based on needs, goals, and preferences rather than using a single fixed plan.
Session logistics should be confirmed before booking since the original biography does not list specific formats. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into work or study schedules, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. Check the site matching flow to learn which session formats are offered and how they can fit into daily life.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
27+ years
Listed in
Texas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems can he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, family conflict, anger, self-esteem issues, and bipolar disorder, plus related concerns like attachment and abandonment.
What is his general approach in sessions?
He uses practical, evidence-based techniques focused on emotion regulation, problem solving, and clearer communication to address daily challenges.
How long has he been practicing?
He has 27 years of experience in mental health care, including work with military personnel and veterans.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Texas and practices from that state.
Does he work with people in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients schedule sessions?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session through the site workflow.
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