- Client-centered care
- Skills for mood
- Trauma aware
About Ivan
Ivan Resto is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) and a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with 15 years of experience. He offers a calm, straightforward presence for people facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, and anger. Ivan writes clearly and listens closely to understand what matters to each person.
He uses Client-Centered Therapy to focus on a person's own goals and pace. He also draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy techniques when they fit the situation. Mindfulness and trauma-focused methods are part of his toolbox for managing strong emotions and past hurts.
In sessions Ivan helps people name and track difficult feelings. He works on practical skills for communication, mood regulation, and coping with panic or social anxiety. Conversations can include problem-solving for work and parenting strains, and steps toward repairing relationships.
Ivan describes his role as supportive and goal-oriented. He aims to help people find clearer thinking and steadier moods through hands-on strategies and steady conversation. Progress is framed around the client's goals and daily life needs.
Clients in Virginia will find a therapist who combines respectful listening with practical skill-building. He encourages people to take small, sustainable steps toward better coping and improved interaction with loved ones. The focus remains on what each person wants to change and how to get there.
How his approaches translate to online therapy
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and following the client's priorities, helping people set their own goals and move at a comfortable pace. This approach supports work on stress, self-esteem, grief, and family concerns through collaborative conversation.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) targets thought patterns and behaviors with concrete exercises and homework. It suits anxiety, panic attacks, mood problems, and everyday coping skills by teaching step-by-step tools. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers skills for regulating strong emotions and improving communication, which can help with anger, intense mood swings, and interpersonal conflict.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss goals and preferences and adapt methods to what fits the client best. That collaborative process helps shape a plan that feels useful and realistic.
Note that session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current online options before booking. Many people find online sessions make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. The therapist will help arrange sessions that match a client's schedule and daily responsibilities.
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Experience
15+ years
Listed in
Virginia, Utah
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does this therapist address?
Ivan works with a range of issues including stress, anxiety, depression, grief, anger, family concerns, trauma and abuse, parenting stress, bipolar concerns, and career-related stress.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He practices a client-centered style focused on the person's goals and pacing, while using practical tools from CBT and DBT when useful.
How much experience does he have?
Ivan has 15 years of experience in the counseling field working with people on emotional and relational difficulties.
What credentials and location apply to his practice?
He holds LCMHC and LPC credentials and practices in Virginia under those designations.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How does cost and billing work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin therapy with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling according to therapist availability.
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