Brent Ruebensam, LPC
Texas Licensed LPC with 15 years
- Trauma and anxiety
- Relationship and grief
- Addiction and mood disorders
About Brent Ruebensam
Brent Ruebensam is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Texas with 15 years of clinical experience. He works with individuals facing stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, bipolar disorder, depression, addictions, relationship and intimacy concerns, grief, self-esteem challenges, and ADHD. He also addresses complex family and attachment issues, codependency, substance use, and related life changes.
Brent approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, shaping conversations and treatment plans to fit the unique circumstances of each client. He draws on evidence-informed methods to help people build coping skills, restore meaningful connections, and pursue more satisfying daily lives. His work emphasizes practical strategies alongside deeper exploration of patterns that contribute to distress.
Seeking change takes courage, and Brent positions himself as a supportive collaborator and guide in that process. He aims to empower people to clarify their goals, practice manageable shifts, and move toward greater wellbeing on their own terms.
Brent approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, shaping conversations and treatment plans to fit the unique circumstances of each client. He draws on evidence-informed methods to help people build coping skills, restore meaningful connections, and pursue more satisfying daily lives. His work emphasizes practical strategies alongside deeper exploration of patterns that contribute to distress.
Seeking change takes courage, and Brent positions himself as a supportive collaborator and guide in that process. He aims to empower people to clarify their goals, practice manageable shifts, and move toward greater wellbeing on their own terms.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesGriefIntimacy-related issuesSelf esteemCoping with life changesADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDissociationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Brent Ruebensam have?
Brent Ruebensam has 15 years of professional experience.
Is Brent Ruebensam a licensed therapist?
Yes. He holds the LPC credential - Licensed Professional Counselor. License details: TX LPC 85943.
In which languages does Brent Ruebensam provide therapy?
Therapy is provided in English.
Where is Brent Ruebensam located?
He is located in Texas.
How can I work with Brent Ruebensam as my therapist?
You can work with Brent Ruebensam through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Brent Ruebensam work with international clients?
Brent Ruebensam does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Brent Ruebensam cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Brent draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Attachment-Based Therapy as core approaches in his work. ACT helps people notice unhelpful thoughts, clarify personal values, and take committed actions even when uncomfortable emotions arise - it is useful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions. Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early relationship patterns affect current connections and emotional responses, which can be helpful for intimacy issues, grief, codependency, and family of origin concerns. Brent may also use elements of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify patterns of thinking and behavior and to build concrete coping skills for mood, anger, and addiction-related challenges.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey, and Brent works collaboratively to determine what fits each person's needs, goals, and preferences. He tailors techniques and pacing so clients can test what helps and adjust the plan as they progress.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to schedule care around daily responsibilities, access support from familiar settings, and maintain continuity of work over time with licensed professionals and therapists who can adapt methods to virtual formats.