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Luis "Lou" Valdez, LPC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Luis is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

5.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Luis. View 19 reviews
Great news, Luis is accepting new clients!
He is normally fully-booked.
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Texas

Recent reviews

He is awesome

Reviewed November 2024

Lou is awesome. He is really patient. Engages in conversation. Brings a strong perspective that has helped me in keeping my anxiety and self-esteem problems in check. Lou has made my first year of BetterHelp a lot easier than I expected.

Reviewed November 2024

More about Luis

  • 6 years' experience
  • Male
  • LPC

I am licensed in Texas with 5 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, lgbt-related issues, & relationship issues. I also have experience working with trauma and abuse. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Relationship issues Trauma and abuse Self esteem Coaching LGBT Intimacy-related issues Sleeping disorders Career difficulties Depression Coping with life changes Abandonment Caregiver issues and stress Chronic pain, illness, and disability Communication problems Dependent personality Divorce and separation Domestic violence Fatherhood issues First responder issues Forgiveness Gender dysphoria Guilt and shame Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Men's issues Veteran and Armed Forces Issues Panic disorder and panic attacks Phobias Post-traumatic stress Self-love Social anxiety and phobia Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Gottman Method
  • Hypnotherapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Luis "Lou" Valdez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1366523466.

  • LPC · Texas · 60956 · Expires May 2026

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Reviews for Luis "Lou" Valdez

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

5.0

19 reviews

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Clients mention: Helped Great Confidence Easy Recommend Understands Amazing Anxiety Calm Comfortable

He is awesome

Reviewed November 2024

Lou is awesome. He is really patient. Engages in conversation. Brings a strong perspective that has helped me in keeping my anxiety and self-esteem problems in check. Lou has made my first year of BetterHelp a lot easier than I expected.

Reviewed November 2024

Luis is really great! He has made me feel very seen and understood and I appreciate his openness to spirituality as a way to connect with others.

Reviewed July 2024

Great therapist

Reviewed June 2024

I feel that Luis Valdez is a good listener and provides me with useful feedback and advice on personal problems and concerns.

Reviewed May 2024

Very professional and kind and listen to all my concerns and issues. Thank you.

Reviewed May 2024

Luis has helped me take a breath and see things that I wouldn't have seen on my own as well as think about my problems in a different manner. He's helped me build confidence in myself and has actively put my mental health in a place where I can say I'm growing.

Reviewed May 2024

Highly recommend!

Reviewed April 2024

Lou is a great listener. He provides sound advice. He has my best interest at heart.

Reviewed March 2024

Lou has this ability to help me relax with out saying anything. I apreciate him a lot and all his help. He’s a great resource and I hope I can continue seeing him

Reviewed March 2024

Exceptional therapist! Since starting with BetterHelp, he stands out as the best. His ability to create a safe and secure space made opening up about my troubles easy. I felt truly listened to and never judged. Thanks to his support, I've not only coped but also found the strength to push forward in life. Grateful for all he does!

Reviewed February 2024

Mr. Valdez is very wise and helpful with overcoming any issues presented to him!

Reviewed February 2024

Lou was a fantastic therapist. Highly recommend.

Reviewed February 2024

Great exerience to date helped me alot

Reviewed January 2024

He understands the situation and provides some solutions to cope and solve issues

Reviewed January 2024

The auto-matching to this therapist proved accurate. This therapist is conversant in areas where I personally have done much growth and development and learning. I feel I can establish a context of my challenges, my goals and I get in return listening and feedback that immediately feel like clarity and progress for my challenges.

Reviewed January 2024

Lou is an excellent therapist. He understands my issues and prioritizes working on the root causes of the problems. He has been instrumental in my journey of healing and taking back control of my life.

Reviewed January 2024

The absolute best keeps the vibe calm and comfortable easy to talk to and gives amazing feed back

Reviewed January 2024

Lou has helped me get past a lot of self doubt and low self esteem and confidence. He helped me point out one problem that I encounter sometimes and how to overcome it. It’s still a work in progress, but I think I’m making good progress. He also shows up to video chat meetings wearing regular clothes instead of a suit & tie, which creates better rapport for me, because it convinces me that he’s a regular guy, just like me. Unlike other therapists I have worked with in the past.

Reviewed January 2024

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Frequently asked questions

Does Luis "Lou" Valdez offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Luis "Lou" Valdez works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Luis "Lou" Valdez speak?

Luis "Lou" Valdez speaks English.

How many years of experience does Luis "Lou" Valdez have?

Luis "Lou" Valdez has 6 years of experience.

Where is Luis "Lou" Valdez licensed to practice?

Luis "Lou" Valdez is licensed to practice in Texas.

Does Luis "Lou" Valdez accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Luis "Lou" Valdez does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Luis "Lou" Valdez offer?

Luis "Lou" Valdez offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Gottman Method, Hypnotherapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Luis "Lou" Valdez?

Luis "Lou" Valdez can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Luis "Lou" Valdez?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.