What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
Average wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
“I came to therapy with a lot of religious trauma and years of trying to conform, and I wasn’t really sure who I was anymore. Therapy helped me start figuring out what I actually believe and who I am outside of everyone else’s expectations. Amber is an encouraging therapist who helped me see strengths in myself that I didn’t always recognize. ”
TSLess than 3 months ago
“Working with Amber has so been helpful in navigating major turning points in my relationships. I really feel she relates, as if I am speaking with a deeply insightful friend. She has always left me with actionable approaches I hadn't considered and continues to guide me in understanding the motivators behind my actions and thought processes. ”
LFLess than 3 months ago
About Amber Cruse
Clientele seen
Teenagers (13-17)
Seniors (65+)
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Treatment approaches
Attachment-based
Feminist
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Compassion Focused
Narrative
Identity
Gender
FemaleEthnicity
White
Languages spoken
English
Getting to know Amber Cruse
I work with women navigating anxiety, trauma, self-doubt, relationship and intimacy concerns, career challenges, and grief and loss. Many of the women I work with find themselves overfunctioning, people-pleasing, avoiding what they really want, shrinking themselves, or second-guessing their decisions. They may struggle with perfectionism, feel like they always have to be strong, or carry a deep sense that they are never quite enough.
I’m especially passionate about working with women who are ready to understand the patterns that keep them feeling stuck - whether that shows up in relationships, intimacy, career, boundaries, or the way they relate to themselves. I work with women who want to feel more confident in who they are, become more comfortable with vulnerability, develop healthier relationships, and stop abandoning themselves in order to feel loved, accepted, or safe.
I also work with women who have experienced trauma and are trying to understand how those experiences continue to affect their relationships, sense of safety, self-worth, and ability to let others in. We can make space for both the parts of you that have learned to protect yourself and the parts that still want connection, love, creativity, and a fuller life.
I believe that healing involves both understanding where our patterns come from and creating space to discover who we are beyond them. My work is grounded in the belief that self-discovery happens through connection, curiosity, and the willingness to be seen honestly. I want therapy to be a place where you can become more connected to your own voice, desires, values, and sense of self.
I don’t see therapy as a process of fixing what is wrong with you. I see it as an opportunity to understand yourself more deeply, honor what you have lived through, and create room for new possibilities.
What should a new client know about working with you?
My approach is relational. I believe healing can happen within the experience of a safe, trusting relationship where you can feel fully seen, witnessed, and supported in making sense of what you’ve lived through. Rather than seeing you as a diagnosis or a collection of symptoms to fix, I’m interested in understanding your experiences - what has happened to you, how you’ve learned to navigate the world, and what has shaped the way you see yourself.
Our families, cultures, relationships, and larger social systems all influence who we become and the beliefs we carry. At times, what feels like an internal struggle may be connected to external pressures, expectations, or experiences that we have learned to internalize. Part of our work together is creating space to explore these influences with curiosity, while also helping you reconnect with your own values, voice, and sense of self.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
I take an integrative approach and may incorporate different therapeutic approaches and tools depending on what feels most supportive and relevant to you. My work draws from relational, psychodynamic, CBT, attachment-based, IFS, feminist, somatic, and creative expressive approaches. This might include exploring patterns in your thoughts and relationships, paying attention to what is happening in your body, working with different parts of yourself, or using creative expression to access and process experiences that may be difficult to put into words.
Therapy is collaborative, and we’ll regularly check in about what feels useful and meaningful to you. The goal is not to follow a rigid formula, but to develop an approach that fits your needs and supports both deeper self-understanding and meaningful change.
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Office location
Amber Cruse, MSW also offers online video visits for patients
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Boise State University, Master's in Social Work
NPI number
1548118292
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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Empathetic, great listener and communicative
October 5, 2026Stephanie G.Verified patientVideo visit
I came to therapy with a lot of religious trauma and years of trying to conform, and I wasn’t really sure who I was anymore. Therapy helped me start figuring out what I actually believe and who I am outside of everyone else’s expectations. Amber is an encouraging therapist who helped me see strengths in myself that I didn’t always recognize.
Less than 3 months agoTS
Working with Amber has so been helpful in navigating major turning points in my relationships. I really feel she relates, as if I am speaking with a deeply insightful friend. She has always left me with actionable approaches I hadn't considered and continues to guide me in understanding the motivators behind my actions and thought processes.
Less than 3 months agoLF
Amber truly came into my life at the perfect time in my journey. She has helped me in so many areas of my life—from working through childhood traumas to navigating day-to-day life and even supporting me with my business. She’s given me tools that help bring me back to center when I need it most. She is truly an absolute gem, and I feel so blessed to have her in my life. She has been more than I could have ever asked for in a therapist. ????
Less than 3 months agoSF
Amber made therapy feel like a space where I didn’t have to edit myself. I really appreciated how present she was and how she gave me space to actually feel things instead of immediately trying to understand, fix, or move past them.
Less than 3 months agoEM
I am incredibly grateful for the opportunity to work with Amber. It came at just the right time in my life. She is down-t o earth, compassionate, and truly knows how to listen. She helped me recognize and focus on the issues I most needed support with. I left feeling relieved, with a clearer understanding of both myself and the situation I was facing. I also deeply appreciate her kindness and the empowering support she offered.
Less than 3 months agoAG
Amber was a fantastic therapist. Over many sessions she really took the time to get to know me and my history, to better understand the struggles that I was facing. She also helped me learn how to cope with things better, and have more love and compassion for myself. Overall I could not have asked for a better experience.
Less than 3 months agoEA
I worked with Amber for about six months after some destabilizing life events had me questioning every move. I felt it was very easy to share even the more difficult stories with her, and I never felt judged. Amber was patient and understanding when I struggled with certain topics, and she introduced a few different activities and practices to help me figure out what would work best for my circumstances. I felt like my feedback was heard when I had specific requests. She was also able to connect me to a psychiatrist who assisted with the medication aspect. I am grateful for the calm attitude and care Amber offered in our sessions, and I recommend her to anyone seeking extra help with their struggles.
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What practice does Amber Cruse work with?
Amber Cruse works with Sol Health.
Where is Amber Cruse's office located?
Amber Cruse has 12 office locations, including in New York, Brooklyn, Flushing, Bronx, Staten Island, Buffalo, Yonkers, Rochester, Syracuse, and Albany, view full addresses on Amber Cruse's profile.
What are common reasons for patients to see Amber Cruse?
Amber Cruse frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Amber Cruse on their profile.
What languages does Amber Cruse speak?
Amber Cruse speaks English.
How do patients rate Amber Cruse in reviews?
11 patients have reviewed Amber Cruse. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.