As a licensed therapist in North Carolina with over two decades of experience, I specialize in supporting individuals through complex emotional landscapes. My practice centers on creating affirming, compassionate spaces for diverse clients, with particular expertise in LGBTQ+ support, stress management, and trauma-informed care.
I bring deep understanding to challenges like depression, anxiety, addiction, workplace dynamics, and interpersonal relationships. My approach honors each person's unique journey, focusing on communication, healing from past experiences, and developing meaningful personal growth strategies.
My therapeutic work spans a wide range of focus areas, including men's issues, young adult transitions, multicultural concerns, and supporting individuals navigating complex life changes. I'm committed to providing culturally responsive, empathetic guidance that respects individual experiences and promotes holistic well-being.
I'm fluent in English and Spanish, which allows me to connect with a broader range of clients and provide nuanced, culturally sensitive support.
Professional experience
25 yrs in practice
Stress and anxiety Coping with addictions LGBTQ+ related issues Trauma and abuse Depression
Additional areas of focus:Coping with grief and loss, Intimacy related issues, Sleeping disorders, Anger management, Motivation, self esteem, and confidence, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Executive and professional coaching, Concentration, memory and focus (ADHD), Abandonment, Aging and geriatric issues, Attachment issues, Autism and Asperger Syndrome, Avoidant personality, BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture, Body image, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Co-morbidity, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Dissociation, Divorce and separation, Drug and alcohol addiction, Emptiness, Family of origin issues, Fatherhood issues, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Gender dysphoria, Guilt and shame, Hearing impaired, HIV / AIDS, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Men's issues, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Paranoia, Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships, Post-traumatic stress, Prejudice and discrimination, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-harm, Sex addiction, Sexual dysfunction, Sexuality, Social anxiety and phobia, Somatization, Traumatic brain injury, Trichotillomania, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Ronald Wells. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Ronald is willing to work with me on long-term goals which is a huge relief because I have not made much progress with other therapists.
Written on Oct 12, 2026 after therapy with Ronald for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes
My therapist is an excellent communicator he listens and give sound advice
Written on Sep 27, 2026 after therapy with Ronald for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and adhd
Responds in a timely manner towards all mood trackers and journal entries
Written on Sep 19, 2026 after therapy with Ronald for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
Ronald is a great therapist and has been very helpful to me. I recommend.
Written on Sep 14, 2026 after therapy with Ronald for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, self esteem, career difficulties, and compassion fatigue
Ron is one of the best therapists that I have ever had. He has been a huge help in my quality of life and I can’t thank him enough.
Written on Aug 23, 2026 after therapy with Ronald for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Patient and consistent . He is genuine and very easy to talk to. He is attentive and available. Highly recommend.
Written on Aug 08, 2026 after therapy with Ronald for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self esteem, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Ron has offered non judgmental support to me for the last three years, genuinely and gently challenging me through some of my challenging life changes.
Written on Mar 24, 2026 after therapy with Ronald for 3 years and 4 months on issues concerning lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, and intimacy-related issues
Ronald is very thoughtful and caring in his approach and I really appreciate that!
Written on Dec 13, 2025 after therapy with Ronald for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, and family conflicts
Therapy not only saved my life, it helped me rediscover a life I wanted to save.
Written on Nov 16, 2025 after therapy with Ronald for 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and coaching
Since I gave myself the opportunity to go to therapy, in this case with Ronald, my life has greatly improved in my day-to-day, in the way I relate to my family, and in understanding my emotions. The care and guidance I receive today allow me to be at peace with myself, without fear or anxiety. To become who I want to be.
Written on Nov 14, 2025 after therapy with Ronald for 1 year and 2 months on issues concerning trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and adhd
A very kind, nurturing, and understanding individual.
Written on Nov 01, 2025 after therapy with Ronald for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Ronald listens very well and allows you to be yourself. He gives good advice and truly does his all to understand you and your needs. Sessions are very free flowing and not forced at all. Greatly appreciate his methods and sessions.
Written on Aug 21, 2025 after therapy with Ronald for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, parenting issues, and anger management
Nice that I have a therapist that fits around my work schedule and is able to meet my needs.
Written on Jul 09, 2025 after therapy with Ronald for 2 years and 11 months on issues concerning lgbt, relationship issues, and career difficulties
Ronald seems like a very competent and insightful therapist and offers deep insight and attentive support to his clients.
Written on Jun 25, 2025 after therapy with Ronald for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, anger management, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Excellent therapist. Knows me very well and very helpful.
Written on May 15, 2025 after therapy with Ronald for 2 years and 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatig
I have had the privilege of working with Ronald for over a year, and I can confidently say that this journey has been transformative. From the very beginning, Ronald created a safe and compassionate space where I could openly explore my thoughts and emotions.
Through our sessions, I was able to work through the pain of a past relationship and rediscover my sense of self. Ronald guided me with patience and empathy, helping me build the tools I needed to heal and move forward. I am now in a healthy, fulfilling new relationship, and I am more in tune with myself than I have ever been.
What sets Ronald apart is his ability to truly listen and challenge me in ways that foster growth. He not only helped me uncover the patterns holding me back but also empowered me to create meaningful, lasting changes in my life.
I am deeply grateful for the progress I have made under Ronald’s guidance and would highly recommend him to anyone seeking a skilled and compassionate therapist.
Written on Jan 22, 2025 after therapy with Ronald for 1 year and 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
I really valué this service thanks to Ron
Written on Jan 07, 2025 after therapy with Ronald for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Ron is great at what he does. He listens without judgement but also offers guidance and opinion where appropriate. He is exceptionally responsive as well.
Written on Jul 25, 2024 after therapy with Ronald for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, and relationship issues
Ronald with kind and empathetic and non-judgmental. I felt like he believed in me and had experience with what I was going to. He was present and seemed to genuinely care
Written on Jun 22, 2024 after therapy with Ronald for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and bipolar disorder
He is very easy to talk to and very knowledgeable .
Written on Apr 04, 2024 after therapy with Ronald for 2 years on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
He's the GOAT
Written on Feb 23, 2024 after therapy with Ronald for 1 year and 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
He's a OK guy that listen and has a good understanding of me. Look forward to our conversation
Written on Feb 09, 2024 after therapy with Ronald for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, and stress, anxiety
Ronald is great! I don’t know how I made it through life without him!
Written on Oct 19, 2023 after therapy with Ronald for 1 year and 4 months on issues concerning depression, and stress, anxiety
I have known Ron for a while. He has made a difference in my life and the relationship with my spouse. He has encoranged me to be more assertive and come out of my shell a little bit. Things could be a lot worse without him. I highly recommend Ron.
Written on Oct 04, 2023 after therapy with Ronald for 1 year and 3 months on issues concerning depression, lgbt, and career difficulties
Ronald Wells is sincerely the kindest and most honorable person I have met. He has helped me uncover more truths about the falseness I have lived my entire life. I am now happy and pursuing more happiness everyday. Thank you Ronald. :)
Written on Aug 13, 2023 after therapy with Ronald for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, an
Ronald is a very compassionate therapist and always makes me feel like it's okay to feel the way I feel, even if most other people have made me feel otherwise.
Written on Aug 07, 2023 after therapy with Ronald for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Ronald has been very supportive and helpful so far. I appreciate his wealth of life experience as well as professional expertise in working through the challenges I'm facing
Written on Jul 12, 2023 after therapy with Ronald for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coaching
Amazing
Written on Jul 10, 2023 after therapy with Ronald for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
Relatable, funny, easy going. Ron is great at giving advice. He is empathetic and does a great job in making sense of what his patient is questioning
Written on Jun 20, 2023 after therapy with Ronald for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and anger management
Ronald is a great guy and very responsive. He periodically checks in on me and has given me many things I can do that have helped my situation. He seems to genuinely care about me and I really appreciate that about him.
Written on Apr 11, 2023 after therapy with Ronald for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
He is wonderful and truly listens! I talk about him all the time and he really helps
Written on Mar 30, 2023 after therapy with Ronald for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, parenting issues, and coping with life changes
Extremely helpful with my issues and very understanding.
Written on Mar 23, 2023 after therapy with Ronald for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and adhd
Very thankful for ronald
Written on Mar 17, 2023 after therapy with Ronald for 2 weeks on issues concerning lgbt, and intimacy-related issues
Very sympathetic and kind.
Written on Mar 13, 2023 after therapy with Ronald for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, and career difficulties
Ronald is truly the best of the best!
Written on Mar 11, 2023 after therapy with Ronald for 11 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, bipolar disorder, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Ronald is an awesome therapist. His deep understanding of my issues and compassionate approach has helped me tremendously in dealing with my struggles. He is always attentive, patient, and supportive, and provides valuable insights and guidance that have helped me gain a better understanding of myself and my challenges. I would highly recommend Ronald to anyone seeking a caring and effective therapist.
Written on Mar 05, 2023 after therapy with Ronald for 11 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, eating disorders, self esteem, and career difficulties
Only had a few sessions so far, but really enjoy Ronald as a therapist. I had bad experiences with therapists in the past, but this has been a positive experience! I have anxieties/dreads I didn't think anyone else had and Ronald helps me feel not alone/crazy (hahaha). He takes things slow and doesnt't want you to get overwhelmed. Highly reccomend! :)
Written on Feb 18, 2023 after therapy with Ronald for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, and grief
I cannot speak highly enough about how thankful I am to have had Ron guide me through a very difficult time in my life related to relationships and loss. He listens, offers amazing advice, and makes you feel comfortable talking about the most sensitive topics. He helped me achieve my therapy goals and genuinely cared about my progress. I’d highly recommend Ron to anyone struggling with loss, relationship anxiety/stress, or LGBTQ+ issues.
Written on Jan 03, 2023 after therapy with Ronald for 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, and relationship issues
An excellent and thorough therapist
Written on Jan 03, 2023 after therapy with Ronald for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, anger management, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
I enjoyed working with Ronald so much that I miss talking to him.
Written on Dec 28, 2022 after therapy with Ronald for 9 months on issues concerning addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and sleeping disorders
Ronald is an enjoyable therapist. He is responsive and contacts me during the week to see how the week is going. He is attentive to my needs as a client and encourages me to be the best I can be and give my best to the world. Thank you, Ronald.
Written on Dec 19, 2022 after therapy with Ronald for 4 months
Great therapist, helped me a lot.
Written on Nov 05, 2022 after therapy with Ronald for 4 days on issues concerning lgbt
The best therapist I’ve ever had. In every way.
Written on Nov 02, 2022 after therapy with Ronald for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life c
Mr. Wells is intelligent, empathetic, and non-judgemental.
I am not a great client, but he sticks with me, always, anyway.
He is really helping me with my day-to-day life. I highly recommend this therapist!
Written on Sep 22, 2022 after therapy with Ronald for 3 months on issues concerning depression, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, and self esteem
Ronald is kind, understanding and a great help while I keep working through challenges. He help me figure out specific behaviors I had in response to triggers and understand the difference between trauma response and behaviors linked to my environment or situation I was in. It’s a pleasure working with him.
Written on Sep 15, 2022 after therapy with Ronald for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes
Ronald used a wide variety of approaches that are highly individualized to meet each client’s unique needs. I almost quit BetterHelp until I found him. His expertise is much appreciated.
Written on Aug 28, 2022 after therapy with Ronald for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and self esteem
Hes great therapist I strongly reccomend him
Written on Jul 18, 2022 after therapy with Ronald for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes
A wonderful person, and has helped me through issues I didn’t even know were primarily bothering me!
Written on Apr 13, 2022 after therapy with Ronald for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
Excellent
Written on Mar 31, 2022 after therapy with Ronald for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and coping with life changes
Ronald is a kind understanding and capable therapist. My experience with him so far has been wonderful and I would recommend him to anyone.
Written on Mar 26, 2022 after therapy with Ronald for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
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