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Rated 4.6 stars out of 5, 30 ratings

Gabriela Ruiz

LCSW, 6 years of experience

Warm
Authentic
Open-minded
Virtual
Next available on

About me

My focus is on cognitive behavioral therapy and complicated grief therapy. Sometimes we have to face our losses to be able to move forward, sometimes we have to confront our negative thoughts to clear our mind and focus on what is in front of us now. We try to cope with the world’s challenges based on the values and strengths we built during childhood, but there are many ways to rekindle our creativity and joy as adults to re imagine a new path. I am a compassionate listener who can hold a non- judgemental space for patients to share their beliefs, desires and concerns.

Get to know me

In our first session together, here's what you can expect

During the first session, we will go over your intake form and delve into your goals for treatment.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

My biggest strength is to listen to your concerns clearly and guide you into a further understanding of your own reflections.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

I am focused on adults, seniors and people with disabilities and chronic illness.

Specialties

Top specialties

ADHD
Anxiety
Child or Adolescent

Other specialties

Career Counseling
Coping Skills
Family Conflict
Grief
Parenting
Peer Relationships
Racism
Self Esteem

I identify as

Hispanic / Latinx
Person of Color (POC)
Woman

Serves ages

Adults (18 to 64)
Elders (65 and above)
Teenagers (13 to 17)

My treatment methods

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

I have received CBT training which is very helpful for reframing negative thoughts.

Location

Virtual

Licensed in

California
Texas

Accepts

Aetna
Aetna - Medicare
Aetna - WebTPA
All Savers
AvMed
Cash - $170 per session
EAP:UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Golden Rule
Harvard Pilgrim/UnitedHealthcare
Humana - Medicare
Humana Dual (Medicare & Medicaid)
UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Optum
OptumHealth Complex Medical Conditions
Oscar
Oxford
Surest (formerly Bind)
United Medical Resources
UnitedHealthcare Life Insurance
UnitedHealthcare Shared Services
UnitedHealthcare StudentResources
Rated 4.6 stars out of 5, 30 ratings

1 rating with written reviews

August 18, 2025

I always feel comfortable talking with Gabriela she listens aces has enlightening answers

Verified client, age 55-64

Review shared after session 5 with Gabriela