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Ramon Reina

Ramon Reina

LICSW

Minnesota

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Thoughtful, practical therapy for life's disruptions

  • 30 years experience
  • English and Spanish
  • Minnesota LICSW

About Ramon

Ramon Reina is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with a Master of Social Work from the University of Minnesota. He has practiced for 30 years in Minnesota and speaks English and Spanish. Ramon focuses on common life stresses and relationship struggles so people can get back to daily life with fewer interruptions.

He uses a personable, down-to-earth style that aims to make starting therapy easier. Ramon listens first and helps people identify what matters most to them. He tends to work toward practical steps clients can try between sessions.

Ramon's background centers on Reality Therapy and Choice Theory, ideas that emphasize personal responsibility and clear choices. He pairs those perspectives with approaches drawn from attachment-based, psychodynamic, solution-focused, and trauma-focused work. This gives him several ways to look at problems such as anxiety, grief, depression, and relationship conflict.

Sessions often focus on understanding how past relationships affect current patterns, spotting small changes that can improve daily functioning, and building skills for coping with panic, stress, or emotional overwhelm. Ramon also addresses issues like parenting strain, intimacy concerns, addiction questions, and identity matters for LGBT people.

People who prefer a direct, collaborative conversation about concrete next steps tend to fit well with his approach. To begin, readers should use the site Start Therapy button and complete the matching questionnaire to schedule according to availability.

How therapeutic approaches guide online work

Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early and current relationships shape feelings and behavior. It can help people understand why certain situations trigger anxiety or cling to unhelpful patterns in close relationships. Client-Centered Therapy centers the person's own experience and priorities, giving space to be heard while the therapist helps clarify goals and next steps.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. Ramon will discuss goals, preferences, and what has or hasn't helped in the past. Together they decide which approach or mix of approaches to try and adjust the plan as progress is made.

The practical benefits of online therapy include fitting sessions into a busy week and maintaining regular contact without long travel. Because session formats were not specified in the biography, confirm the current options before booking so you know what will work best for your schedule and needs. Online work can make it easier to have shorter check-ins, schedule around work or caregiving, or avoid commuting, all of which help therapy fit into everyday life.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyLGBTGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issues

Also works with

AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesCoaching

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesBody imageCommitment issuesCommunication problemsDivorce and separationEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImmigration issuesInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSex addictionSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

30+ years

Listed in

Minnesota

Languages

English, Spanish

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does Ramon address?

He helps with stress, anxiety, grief, depression, relationship and family problems, and related concerns such as parenting strain, intimacy issues, addiction questions, and identity matters.

How would you describe his therapy style?

He uses a personable, empathetic, and practical style that focuses on listening, identifying priorities, and trying concrete steps between sessions.

How much clinical experience does he have?

He has 30 years of practice experience in the field of clinical social work, working with a wide range of life and relationship concerns.

What credentials and location are listed for him?

He holds a Master of Social Work and is a Minnesota Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, practicing in Minnesota.

Which languages can sessions be held in?

Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.

What session formats are available?

Session formats were not specified in the biography; please confirm current session options before booking.

How is cost handled for sessions?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

What are the first steps to begin working together?

Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule based on the therapist's availability.

Whenever you are ready

Review online therapy options and next steps on BetterHelp, in your own time.

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