Rakiya Ruiz, LCSW, CA | Psychotherapist

About Rakiya Ruiz

Focus areas

Anxiety

Counselling For First Responders

LGBTQ+ Counseling

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Stress Management

Bereavement / Grief Counseling

Insomnia

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Teenagers (13-17)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Seniors (65+)

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Emotionally Focused

Exposure Response Prevention

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

Black or African American

Languages spoken

English, Spanish

Getting to know Rakiya Ruiz

I'm an LCSW with over 8 years of clinical experience and a background of over 11 years in law enforcement, including crisis intervention as a Victims Advocate. That combination of real-world crisis work and clinical training shapes everything about how I practice. I work with adults and couples navigating sleep problems, relationship challenges, trauma, anxiety, depression, life transitions, and suicidal ideation. As a queer therapist of color, I provide affirming care for 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals, BIPOC clients, and those in all relationship structures, and I welcome clients from all backgrounds and walks of life. I bring specialized training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), CBT for Insomnia, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) for Couples, Written Exposure Therapy for PTSD, and the Collaborative Assessment and Management for Suicidality (CAMS), alongside a genuine warmth and curiosity about the people I work with. My approach is collaborative and structured when it counts, but always grounded in making sure you feel seen and not just treated. You don't have to have it all figured out before you reach out. You just need to be ready to try something different.

In-network insurances

More information on payments and coverage

Payment is due after each session and will be charged with your card on file for any portion of patient responsibility. Receipts will be provided at the time of the charge. This typically takes place 2-4 weeks after the session, once your insurance has had a chance to process the claim. We try our best to verify eligibility, but it is ultimately your responsibility to check coverage and out-of-pocket costs for services. For out-of-network visits, you will be billed at the provider’s self-pay rate, and we can provide an invoice for you to submit to your insurance for potential out-of-network reimbursement based on your plan’s benefits.

Popular visit reasons

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Therapy

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Education and background

Practice names

Grow Therapy

Education and training

Our Lady of the Lake University, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1972147726

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Rakiya Ruiz?

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Is Rakiya Ruiz accepting new patients?

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What practice does Rakiya Ruiz work with?

Rakiya Ruiz works with Grow Therapy.

What are common reasons for patients to see Rakiya Ruiz?

Rakiya Ruiz frequently sees patients for Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, Sleep Problems, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Rakiya Ruiz on their profile.