Chala Barrington Cruz, LCSW, LICSW, OR

What patients are saying

Overall rating

5.00

About Chala Barrington Cruz

Focus areas

Anxiety

Depression

Stress

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Counseling

Stress Management

Couples Therapy

Psychotherapy

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Chala Barrington Cruz

I help clients who are struggling with caregiver stress and burnout, anxiety and emotional overwhelm, difficulty setting healthy boundaries, parenting stress (including raising children with autism), and healing from childhood experiences that continue to impact adult life and relationships. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling emotionally exhausted, stuck, or overwhelmed by the demands of life and relationships. I specialize in supporting caregivers—both those caring for elderly parents and those raising children with special emotional or behavioral needs. I also work with individuals navigating relationship stress, family conflict, and challenges related to communication and boundary setting. In addition, I support people who are working through the lasting impact of childhood emotional experiences, including family dynamics and patterns that can affect self-esteem, relationships, and emotional well-being. My work also includes supporting midlife women experiencing burnout, identity changes, emotional exhaustion, and life transitions such as perimenopause and menopause. These changes can deeply affect mood, relationships, and sense of self, and therapy provides space to regain clarity and balance. My approach is warm, collaborative, and practical. I integrate evidence-based therapy with a holistic perspective that honors emotional, relational, and (when desired) spiritual needs, including Christian-based counseling. Therapy with me is a supportive space where we focus on understanding what you are going through, building healthier boundaries, developing coping tools, and helping you feel more grounded and emotionally steady in your daily life. Whether you are dealing with anxiety, caregiver stress, parenting challenges, boundary difficulties, grief, or unresolved childhood experiences, you don’t have to navigate it alone. My goal is to help you feel supported, understood, and more confident in your ability to move forward.

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Popular visit reasons

Agoraphobia

Hoarding Disorder

New Patient Visit

Pain Management Consultation

Psychosexual Evaluation

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Agoraphobia

Hoarding Disorder

New Patient Visit

Pain Management Consultation

Education and background

Practice names

Sondermind 16

Education and training

Tulane University, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1528505450

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Chala Barrington Cruz?

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Is Chala Barrington Cruz accepting new patients?

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What practice does Chala Barrington Cruz work with?

Chala Barrington Cruz works with Sondermind 16.

What are common reasons for patients to see Chala Barrington Cruz?

Chala Barrington Cruz frequently sees patients for New Patient Visit, Pain Management Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Chala Barrington Cruz on their profile.