- Client-centered approach
- Cognitive behavioral tools
- Mindfulness techniques
About Rutanya
Rutanya Simon is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with nine years of experience. She practices from Texas and has spent time working in the court system and in family-focused settings. Her work covers problems such as depression, anxiety, addiction, trauma, stress, self-esteem, anger, parenting challenges, and blended family issues.
She uses a conversational, client-centered style. Sessions emphasize practical steps and changing unhelpful behaviors. She helps people identify small actions that support healthier habits and clearer routines. Goals are set together and progress is tracked in straightforward ways.
Her background includes three years of work inside the court system, helping people navigate recovery and life changes. In the following five years she worked with families to improve daily functioning despite difficult circumstances. That mix of settings informs a pragmatic approach to common problems like grief, relationship strains, and substance issues.
In conversations she focuses on solutions and on the client’s perspective. She draws on cognitive behavioral ideas, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and narrative techniques to shape sessions. The emphasis is on what people can do differently now to get closer to the outcomes they want.
People who contact her can expect clear, direct work on specific behaviors and routines. The aim is better coping, steadier mood, and more effective decision making. Practical tips and homework are used when they fit the goals the client chooses.
How her approaches translate to online work
Rutanya often uses client-centered methods that focus on the person’s priorities. This approach means the session follows what the client brings up and uses their experience to guide change. It is useful for relationship concerns, parenting issues, and daily stressors.She also uses cognitive behavioral therapy, which looks at specific thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going. CBT gives concrete techniques for mood, anxiety, and behavioral problems such as addiction or impulsivity. Mindfulness therapy is used to teach short skills for reducing reactivity and improving attention, helpful when feeling overwhelmed or stuck.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of working together. The therapist will discuss goals, try techniques, and adjust the plan based on what helps. That collaborative process aims to match methods to each person's needs and preferences.
The biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. It can also let people use phone or lower-bandwidth options if video is impractical. Licensed professionals adapt tools and homework to the online setting to keep sessions focused and actionable.
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Experience
9+ years
Listed in
Oklahoma, Texas, Rhode Island
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma, parenting concerns, blended family issues, and related problems listed in her specialties.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is conversational and solution-focused, emphasizing practical behavior change and collaborative goal setting.
What is her professional experience?
She has nine years of clinical experience, including three years working in the court system and five years working with families.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She holds the credentials LICSW and LCSW and practices from Texas.
Does she offer sessions in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She accepts international clients according to the profile information provided.
What session formats are available?
Specific session formats were not listed in the biography; confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees handled and how do I begin?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To start, use the See online therapy options button, complete the matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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