Rutanya Simon, LICSW, LCSW
Licensed social worker helping families and individuals
- Solution focused care
- Family centered support
- Nine years experience
About Rutanya Simon
Rutanya Simon is a licensed social worker based in Texas with nine years of clinical experience supporting individuals and families through a wide range of life challenges. She holds LICSW and LCSW credentials - LICSW meaning Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker and LCSW meaning Licensed Clinical Social Worker - reflecting advanced training in social work and clinical care.
Early in her career she spent three years working within the court system, helping people navigate recovery, legal-related stressors, and major life transitions. For the past five years she has concentrated on family work, partnering with parents and family units to improve daily functioning and quality of life despite mental health concerns or difficult circumstances. Her clinical experience includes work with depression, stress, anxiety, anger management, self-esteem concerns, addiction, trauma, grief, relationship issues, parenting challenges, and more.
Rutanya takes a nonjudgmental, conversational approach that emphasizes practical solutions and holistic well-being. She helps clients identify behaviors that get in the way of their goals and supports the development of prosocial activities and healthier routines. Throughout the process she treats each person as the expert on their own life, offering guidance, accountability, and focused support to help maintain progress toward the goals established in therapy.
Early in her career she spent three years working within the court system, helping people navigate recovery, legal-related stressors, and major life transitions. For the past five years she has concentrated on family work, partnering with parents and family units to improve daily functioning and quality of life despite mental health concerns or difficult circumstances. Her clinical experience includes work with depression, stress, anxiety, anger management, self-esteem concerns, addiction, trauma, grief, relationship issues, parenting challenges, and more.
Rutanya takes a nonjudgmental, conversational approach that emphasizes practical solutions and holistic well-being. She helps clients identify behaviors that get in the way of their goals and supports the development of prosocial activities and healthier routines. Throughout the process she treats each person as the expert on their own life, offering guidance, accountability, and focused support to help maintain progress toward the goals established in therapy.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
LGBTRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseGriefParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesBlended family issuesCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMoney and financial issuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Rutanya Simon have?
Rutanya Simon has nine years of experience providing therapy to a diverse population of clients.
Is Rutanya Simon a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credentials LICSW and LCSW. License details are RI LICSW ISW04100 and TX LCSW 110209.
In which languages does Rutanya Simon provide therapy?
Rutanya Simon provides therapy in English.
Where is Rutanya Simon located?
Rutanya Simon is located in Texas.
How can I work with Rutanya Simon as my therapist?
Clients can work with Rutanya Simon through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Rutanya Simon work with international clients?
Yes, Rutanya Simon works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Rutanya Simon cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Rutanya Simon
Rutanya integrates client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and mindfulness therapy into her online practice to meet a variety of needs. Client-centered therapy focuses on empathic listening and building a supportive therapeutic relationship so clients feel heard and respected while exploring their goals and values. Cognitive behavioral therapy helps identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, making it useful for anxiety, depression, stress, and anger management. Mindfulness therapy teaches present-moment awareness and simple attention practices that can reduce reactivity and support emotional regulation across issues like trauma, addiction, and everyday stress.
Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and Rutanya works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. She combines approaches as needed and adjusts the plan over time so therapy remains practical and focused on measurable progress.
Online therapy with Rutanya offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to fit support into a busy life or to access care from different locations. These options expand accessibility while preserving the same therapeutic focus and professional partnership found in traditional settings.