Luis Roman, LMHC

Luis Roman is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) who centers his work on improving communication and mental health. Growing up in a Puerto Rican household where raised voices were common and listening was limited, he developed a keen interest in helping people change how they relate to one another to reduce conflict and build stronger connections.

He has focused on teaching clients to identify and shift their communication patterns so family dynamics and intimate relationships can become more functional and satisfying. Since 2016, he has provided individual, family, and group services for people managing conditions such as bipolar disorder, depression, ADHD, anxiety, borderline personality disorder, and adjustment disorders, including cases that involve co-occurring substance use challenges.

Luis has practiced in a range of settings, including PROS programs, residential facilities, and outpatient clinics, and he supports clients in developing personalized treatment plans and practical goals like finding and maintaining employment. He earned a Bachelor’s degree from Lehman College in the Bronx and a Master’s degree from the College of New Rochelle. He currently sees clients at an outpatient clinic in the Bronx and continues to focus on communication skills as a pathway to improved mental well-being.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Care and Communication

Luis draws on Client-Centered Therapy to create a respectful, nonjudgmental space where clients lead the conversation while the therapist reflects and supports their priorities. This approach is often useful for improving self-awareness, exploring relationship patterns, and strengthening communication skills.

He also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and to develop practical strategies for managing symptoms of anxiety, depression, and mood instability. CBT is goal-oriented and can include skills for coping with stress and regulating emotions.

Mindfulness Therapy is incorporated to teach present-moment awareness and stress management techniques that complement talk-based work and support emotional regulation.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Luis works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, and he adjusts the plan as progress unfolds.

Online sessions are offered by licensed professionals in formats that include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options provide flexibility for scheduling, allow work to continue from different locations, and make it easier to maintain continuity of care while balancing everyday commitments.