- Stress and anxiety
- Depression and low esteem
- Life transitions
About Adrian
Adrian Torres Ortiz is a Connecticut Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with 16 years of clinical experience. He works with adults who are feeling stressed, anxious, angry, low in self-esteem, or depressed, and he helps people coping with major life changes. Adrian communicates in English and Spanish.
He focuses on practical problems that make daily life harder. That includes relationship and communication problems, blended family concerns, fatherhood issues, and the effects of immigration. He also addresses body image, codependency, commitment concerns, isolation, and recovering after separation or domestic violence.
In sessions he talks through current struggles and helps people name what matters next. He adapts conversations and plans to each person’s situation rather than using a one-size-fits-all script. Sessions aim to clarify steps you can try between meetings and to build skills for handling stress and strong emotions.
Adrian’s background includes 16 years of hands-on work with people facing life transitions and emotional challenges. He draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide practical coping and problem solving. He encourages straightforward goals and regular check-ins so progress is visible.
People who feel stuck after a job change, breakup, move, or other disruption may find his approach useful for sorting priorities. If you prefer a counselor who speaks Spanish, Adrian can conduct sessions in either language. To begin, follow the site’s process to complete a short questionnaire and schedule an initial appointment.
Therapeutic approaches and how online sessions fit
Adrian uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques focused on practical change. One common approach he draws on emphasizes skill-building for emotion regulation and anger management. That method teaches concrete tools to notice triggers, slow down reactions, and practice alternative responses, which can help with stress and strong emotions.Another approach concentrates on problem-solving and behavioral experiments for depression and low motivation. It helps break down goals into small steps and tests changes in everyday routines to see what improves mood and energy.
Choosing the right approach is collaborative. He will help you identify which techniques match your needs, goals, and preferences and adjust the plan as you go. Sessions involve regular check-ins so the approach can be changed when something isn’t working.
Confirm the current session formats before booking, as the biography does not list specific options. Online work can make it easier to fit counseling into a day off, a lunch break, or a schedule with childcare. It can also allow shorter check-ins when you need quick support or phone sessions when bandwidth is limited. Ask about available formats when you complete the matching questionnaire so your sessions fit your routine.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
16+ years
Listed in
Connecticut
Languages
English, Spanish
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, anger, self-esteem, depression, and coping with life changes. He also addresses family origin issues, blended family concerns, body image, and immigration-related stress.
How would he approach feeling stuck or directionless?
He uses practical, evidence-based techniques and conversational planning to name immediate steps. Sessions focus on skills for stress, emotion management, and clearer decision-making.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 16 years of professional work experience in counseling and related clinical roles.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a Connecticut Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing from Connecticut.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are costs handled for sessions?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What do I do to get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.