Alejandra Cruz, LCSW — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Alejandra!

I'm fluent in English and Spanish and help clients achieve their treatment goals by refreshing or learning new coping skills. My goal is for you to regain confidence in your ability to regulate your moods and use healthy coping skills during difficult times for a better quality of life.

My focus

I work with adults of all ages who need support due to life transitions, new medical diagnoses impacting mental health, chronic illnesses, chronic pain, ADHD, low self-esteem, anxiety, panic disorders, depression, stress management, and family or relationship issues.

My approach

My approach is client-centered, using CBT, Mindfulness, strength-based, and Positive Psychology. I support you in improving your routine to achieve good physical and mental health.

My communication style

Most clients feel comfortable in our sessions and use humor when appropriate. Clients describe me as down to earth, providing a comfortable environment to express themselves, and feeling heard, not judged.

My journey to mental healthcare

I've always wanted to work in psychology and mental health. I've worked in foster care, community health, and pediatrics, serving people of all ages by providing direct mental health care and crisis intervention. I enjoy helping people regain a stable level of functioning for a better quality of life.

My goals for you

I ask clients what they want to achieve through treatment with me. I ask them to focus on the desired outcome of therapy and its impact on their lives.

Our first session

Expect me to ask a lot of questions about yourself to gain a better understanding of you and what brought you to therapy. I'll also ask what you'd like to achieve through therapy.

I identify as...

Female
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Christian

Expertise

Specialties

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Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Mindfulness-Based

Motivational Interviewing

Christian Counseling

Interpersonal

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Focus populations

First Generation American/Immigrant Parents

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Sierra Health and Life
Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied

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Languages spoken

English, Spanish

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW) from University of Southern California.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Alejandra Cruz