Christian Cruz-Ayala, LMHC, FL | Psychotherapist

What patients are saying

Overall rating

5.00

About Christian Cruz-Ayala

Focus areas

Alcoholism

Chronic Relapse

Relationship Struggles

Anxiety

Coping Mechanism Development

Work-Related Counseling

Behavioral Problems

Panic Attack

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)

Individuals

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Coaching

Attachment-based

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Biofeedback

Dialectical (DBT)

Identity

Gender

Male

Faith

Christian

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latinx

Languages spoken

English, Spanish

Getting to know Christian Cruz-Ayala

Hi there, I'm Christian! Hello. My name is Christian Cruz-Ayala. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of Florida, with a Master's degree in Mental Health Counseling from Webster University. I have been in the helping profession for over 10 years. My approach to therapy is like taking a walk together, where I, as the therapist, guide you over the bridge-that is, any current obstacles you are facing, such as anxiety, stress, depression, or anger. Once on the other side, you decide if you want to continue or if therapy has reached its conclusion for you. My approach I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help those dealing with anxiety and depression work on changing their thought processes to improve their mood. I like to educate clients on how their thoughts influence their emotions. Through Mindfulness-Based Therapy, I teach clients how to be present in the here and now. I believe that many people live fast-paced lives, often scattered in different places mentally; this approach helps us pause and focus on the present moment. Motivational Interviewing is another modality I use to explore where clients are in their journey of change and what might be preventing progress. This helps clients understand the stages of change and supports them in moving forward. Lastly, I incorporate a Person-Centered approach, allowing clients to feel in control of their therapy sessions. My focus I typically work with adolescents, teenagers, young adults, and adults. The conditions I address include anxiety, depression, anger, self-esteem, stress, and substance abuse. My communication style I encourage clients to come into therapy and discuss whatever is bothering them at that moment. I strive to see things through their perspective and point of view.

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Popular visit reasons

Addiction Follow Up

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Peer Relationship Struggles

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Addiction Follow Up

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - Florida

Education and training

Webster University, Master's in Mental Health Counseling

NPI number

1922596832

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What practice does Christian Cruz-Ayala work with?

Christian Cruz-Ayala works with Rula Health - Florida.

What are common reasons for patients to see Christian Cruz-Ayala?

Christian Cruz-Ayala frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Christian Cruz-Ayala on their profile.