Ron Stroud, LPC, LPCC - Therapist in Minnesota

About Ron

Ron Stroud uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide people toward clearer goals and better day-to-day functioning. He begins by listening closely to each person's story and identifying practical steps they can try. Ron values the strengths people already have and builds on those assets to address current struggles.

Ron is a licensed professional counselor, LPC, and also holds the Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor credential, LPCC. He brings 38 years of professional experience to his work and is based in Minnesota.

Background and approach

His experience includes helping people with LGBT concerns, grief and loss, parenting challenges, self esteem, and attention and concentration issues such as ADHD. In sessions Ron focuses on simple, concrete strategies to improve motivation, confidence, and memory support. He helps people sort out immediate problems and try small changes that can feel manageable.

Conversations are paced to match each person’s needs and resources. He has additional experience with blended family issues, aging and geriatric concerns, cancer, forgiveness, life purpose, veteran and armed forces issues, multicultural and prejudice concerns, gender dysphoria, and workplace challenges. That breadth of experience informs practical options he offers in session.

Ron encourages anyone taking the first step to reach out, noting it takes courage to begin. He aims to support clients as they try new approaches and work toward a more satisfying life.

Evidence-based approaches and online care that fits your life

Ron draws on evidence-based techniques that focus on clear, practical steps. One approach emphasizes goal-oriented strategies to improve motivation and concentration by breaking tasks into manageable parts; this can help with attention difficulties and day-to-day productivity. Another common method teaches skills for coping with grief, loss, and reduced self esteem through guided conversations and small behavioral experiments to restore routine and confidence.

Finding the best approach is a collaborative process. Ron works together with each person to identify priorities, try options, and adjust methods based on what feels most helpful. He treats the client as the expert in their own life while offering techniques drawn from decades of practice.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different needs and schedules. These formats allow people to connect from home, manage sessions around family or work, and use shorter or more frequent check-ins when useful. The variety of formats supports flexible participation and keeps the focus on practical progress.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Ron commonly address?

He works with issues including LGBT matters, grief and loss, parenting challenges, self esteem, and ADHD related concentration concerns. He also has experience with a broad range of related topics such as blended family issues and workplace problems.

What is his general therapy style?

Ron uses practical, evidence-based techniques and focuses on concrete steps people can try. He emphasizes building on strengths and tailoring the pace to each person's needs.

How long has he practiced?

He has 38 years of professional work experience in counseling and related services.

Where is he licensed and located?

He is licensed in Minnesota and his practice is based in Minnesota. His listed credentials are LPC and LPCC with the provided license numbers.

What languages are offered for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with him?

International clients are not currently accepted.

What session formats are available?

He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging as session formats.

How are fees and the first steps handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability and uses a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a session according to therapist availability.

Specialties and expertise

Top specialties

LGBT
Grief
Parenting issues

Also works with

Experience: 38 years
Licensed: South Carolina, Minnesota
Languages: English

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