Ivan Resto, LCMHC, LPC

Ivan Resto is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) and a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with 15 years of experience helping individuals and families navigate life’s challenges. He combines clinical knowledge with empathy and respect to create a supportive environment where clients can pursue personal growth and improved well-being.

He works with people facing anxiety, depression, trauma, family relational problems, ADHD, and other difficulties, guiding them toward practical goals and measurable change. His approach emphasizes collaboration - listening to each person’s story, identifying priorities, and tailoring strategies that fit their needs and values.

Known for a calm, compassionate manner, he seeks to empower clients to build stronger coping skills, improve relationships, and enhance overall quality of life. He views seeking help as a positive step and aims to walk alongside clients as they move toward a healthier, more balanced future.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Client-centered therapy focuses on creating a supportive, nonjudgmental environment in which the client’s own goals and values guide the work. This approach helps people who need space to explore feelings, strengthen self-esteem, and clarify personal priorities. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a practical, skills-based approach that examines how thoughts, emotions, and behaviors interact; it is commonly used for anxiety, depression, panic, and mood-related concerns and helps clients develop tools to manage symptoms. Trauma-focused therapy concentrates on understanding and processing traumatic experiences, offering structure and techniques to reduce the long-term impact of trauma and to support recovery.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Ivan collaborates with clients to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds. This collaborative stance helps ensure the work feels relevant and effective for each person.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - allowing clients to fit care into busy schedules and to connect from different locations. For many people, this accessibility makes it easier to maintain regular work toward their goals with licensed professionals and therapists.