Stacey Ruiz, LCSW, CA | Psychotherapist

About Stacey Ruiz

Focus areas

Adolescent / Teen Issues

Behavioral Problems

Relationship Struggles

Anger Management

Bereavement / Grief Counseling

Self Esteem Issues

Anxiety

Depression

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Art Therapy

Culturally Sensitive

Coaching

Dialectical (DBT)

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Identity

Gender

Female

Faith

Christian

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latinx

Languages spoken

English, Spanish

Getting to know Stacey Ruiz

Hi there, I'm Stacey! My name is Stacey Ruiz, and I am a bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Southern California. I earned my Master's in Social Work from California State University, Long Beach. I work with children and adolescents to help navigate feelings of anxiety, stress, grief, and loss, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and play-based interventions to help them begin feeling better. My approach My approach to therapy starts with creating a safe and supportive space to identify each client's needs. I most frequently use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and play-based interventions to help my clients develop healthy thinking patterns and coping strategies. My focus I enjoy working with children and adolescents, as well as collaborating with their parent(s) or legal guardian(s). Most often, I help my clients learn to effectively manage their stress and/or anxiety surrounding friendships, life transitions, grief and loss, and self-esteem. My communication style I strive to provide a warm and secure space where open communication is highly welcomed and encouraged. We will work as a team and actively collaborate to reach your goals by leaning on your strengths and social support to help sustain your ongoing progress. My journey to therapy My journey to becoming a therapist started 10 years ago when I found myself working with elementary-school-aged students who often sought someone who was a good listener and a supportive adult (i.e., their personal cheerleader). In some cases, my students found it difficult to have these types of adults in their lives due to many reasons (e.g., divorce, financial instability, poor family dynamics, etc.). As a result, I challenged myself to become a version of a supportive and non-judgmental adult by pursuing a career as a therapist. Today, my genuine motivation to help our current and future generations strive to be their best selves fuels my daily work.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Parenting Counseling

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Parenting Counseling

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - San Jose

Education and training

California State University, Long Beach, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1063981504

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What practice does Stacey Ruiz work with?

Stacey Ruiz works with Rula Health - San Jose.

What are common reasons for patients to see Stacey Ruiz?

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