Jessica Rodriguez Cruz, LCSW — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Jessica!

I believe in developing and practicing coping strategies as well as providing psychoeducation to help you achieve your mental health goals.

My focus

I work with families, children, adults, and older adults navigating trauma, attachment difficulties, separation, sleep problems, non-compliance, sadness, and overthinking.

My approach

I draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Parent-Child Interaction Therapy, and Strength-Based perspectives to support your mental health. This approach helps you build practical skills, understand your patterns, and recognize your inherent strengths as we work together toward meaningful change.

My communication style

I create a calming space where you can openly share your difficulties. Together, we'll work toward the goals we establish in our early sessions, and I'll help you practice coping strategies during our time together that you can use in your daily life.

My journey to mental healthcare

I began working with older adults and then progressed to supporting children and families. I find deep fulfillment in witnessing my clients' progress and the joy they experience when they meet their therapy goals. I want you to feel empowered and gain a deeper understanding of how to care for your mental health.

My goals for you

I establish goal setting in our first few sessions, where I understand where you are now, what symptoms and behaviors you wish to decrease, and where you hope to be in the coming months regarding your mental health.

Our first session

I review confidentiality, explain what therapy entails, and explore your current coping skills, previous mental health services, and trauma history. We'll then discuss goal setting and the symptoms you're experiencing, so I can understand what you're seeking to accomplish through our work together.

I identify as...

Female
Hispanic or Latinx

Expertise

Specialties

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Treatment approaches

Mindfulness-Based

Parent-Child Interaction (PCIT)

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Focus populations

BIPOC

Educators

First Generation American/Immigrant Parents

Police/Fire/First Responders

Single Mother

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy
Family Therapy

Ages served

Adults
Minors
Preteens
Children

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
Aetna - Medicare Advantage
Alignment Health Plan - Medicare Advantage
All Savers
Allegiance

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Languages spoken

English, Spanish

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW) from San Jose State University.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Jessica Rodriguez Cruz