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Rutanya Simon, LICSW, LCSW

Compassionate, practical therapy for real-life struggles

9 years in practice · based in Texas · sessions in English · online sessions

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About Rutanya

Rutanya Simon is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with nine years of experience. She practices in Texas and works with people facing anxiety, stress, depression, addiction, and major life changes. Her style is conversational and nonjudgmental.

She aims to help clients build practical habits and reach goals they choose. Simon spent time working in the court system early in her career. That work involved supporting people through recovery and legal stressors.

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Background and approach

More recently she has focused on helping families and individuals navigate difficult circumstances and daily challenges. Her approach centers on clear, goal-oriented work. She uses client-centered techniques that treat the person as the expert in their life.

Cognitive behavioral ideas are used to identify behaviors that get in the way and replace them with more helpful choices. Mindfulness practices and motivational interviewing are tools she draws on to support change. Narrative therapy also helps people reframe stories that hold them back.

Sessions focus on small steps clients can try between meetings to build momentum. Clients can expect a practical, down-to-earth process. The tone is supportive while keeping attention on measurable progress.

Rutanya helps people prioritize what matters and creates doable plans to move forward.

How Rutanya’s Approaches Work Online

Client-centered therapy begins with listening and building a plan around your priorities. It focuses on your goals and supports you as the expert in your life, helping shape steps you feel able to try. Cognitive behavioral therapy examines unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and replaces them with practical strategies. It is useful for anxiety, depression, and behavior change.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss options and try techniques together with the client to see what fits. That collaborative process guides whether more CBT tools, mindfulness moments, or motivational techniques are emphasized over time.

Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to match different needs. Video calls let you use visual cues and more in-depth conversation. Phone sessions use less bandwidth and can be easier when a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and messaging are useful for quick updates, brief problem-solving, or when written reflection helps keep momentum. These formats make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life and to continue work even when schedules change.
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Questions people ask

What concerns does Rutanya commonly address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma and many related issues such as self-esteem, grief, and relationship problems.
What is her therapeutic style like?
The approach is conversational and client-centered, with an emphasis on solution-focused steps and practical behavior change.
How much experience does she have?
She has nine years of clinical experience, including several years working within the court system and later work focused on family and individual concerns.
What credentials and location are listed for this therapist?
She holds LICSW and LCSW credentials and practices in Texas.
Are sessions offered in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.
Which session formats are available?
She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different needs and schedules.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions based on the therapist's availability.

What this therapist works with

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Experience
9 years
Licensed
Oklahoma, Texas, Rhode Island
Languages
English

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