Monica Cruz, LMFT, CA | Psychotherapist

What patients are saying

Overall rating

5.00

About Monica Cruz

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Adults (25-64)

Seniors (65+)

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English, Spanish

Getting to know Monica Cruz

Hi there, I'm Monica! My name is Monica Cruz, and I am a bilingual (English and Spanish) Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of California. I earned my Master’s in Marriage and Family Therapy from Hope International University. I have been fortunate enough to help individuals from diverse cultural, sexual, religious, and ethnic backgrounds in their mental health recovery. My approach Life presents each of us with many unique challenges that can elicit feelings of hopelessness, anger, anxiety, and sadness, hurting our relationships with others and our abilities to manage day-to-day issues. Modalities I use include Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy (TF-CBT), Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), and Eye-Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). My focus Through therapeutic support and guidance, these same challenges can be approached as opportunities for growth and positive change. Meaningful solutions can be found through this collaborative process. I have worked with individuals, couples, and families struggling with a wide variety of issues and have a solid foundation in the treatment of anxiety and depression. My communication style I have a calm and patient demeanor, a soft tone, and am an empathetic listener. My journey to therapy I enjoy being a therapist and am passionate about helping others reach their goals and heal their traumas. My goals for you My goal is to provide a safe and supportive environment to explore the problems you face and help you find your own unique path toward working through them. My approach is tailored to your individual needs, strengths, and abilities. My first session with you The first session will involve a collaborative process. I provide a safe and supportive environment to explore the problems clients face and help them find their own unique path toward working through them. My approach is tailored to individual needs, strengths, and abilities.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)

Divorce Counseling

Pre-Move In Couples Counseling

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)

Divorce Counseling

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - L.A. South

Education and training

Hope International University, Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy

NPI number

1497951503

Patient reviews

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Overall rating

5.00

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She is authentic, patient and empathic.

More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner

Frequently asked questions

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What practice does Monica Cruz work with?

Monica Cruz works with Rula Health - L.A. South.

What are common reasons for patients to see Monica Cruz?

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