Gino Rubens, LPC, LMHC

Gino Rubens is a licensed mental health counselor who combines practical clinical experience with a compassionate, direct style of care. He holds LPC and LMHC credentials - Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Mental Health Counselor - and accepts insurance for ongoing services. He has worked in both inpatient and outpatient settings with people facing addiction, anxiety, depression, PTSD, and mood or personality disorders.

Gino focuses on helping individuals reconnect with themselves and with their support networks so they can regain a greater sense of wellbeing and pleasure in life. He emphasizes tailored care that honors each person’s unique needs, using empathy and thoughtful, sometimes difficult conversations to explore underlying contributors to distress. His approach includes delivering psychoeducation and practical tools drawn from Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and trauma-informed practices.

Gino aims to build collaborative treatment plans informed by the client’s perspective, helping people identify patterns, develop coping skills, and move toward clearer goals. He invites prospective clients to work together to address anxiety, depression, isolation, and other uncomfortable emotions through structured therapy and ongoing support.

Evidence-Based Approaches for Remote Care

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, helps people spot and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. It is often used for anxiety, depression, stress, and mood-related concerns by teaching practical skills to manage symptoms and change routines.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, emphasizes emotion regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness. It can be especially useful for intense emotions, relationship difficulties, and problems with impulsivity and self-control.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, supports people in clarifying values and building psychological flexibility. It focuses on accepting difficult feelings while committing to actions that align with what matters most to the individual.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Gino will work with each person to explore which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adapting the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to attend sessions around work, family, or mobility concerns. Licensed professionals can deliver many of the same tools and supports virtually, allowing therapy to be accessible without sacrificing a thoughtful, goal-oriented treatment process.