Cynthia Cruz
Hi my name is Cynthia! I earned my bachelor degrees from DePaul University, where I majored in Psychology. I earned my master’s degree from the Chicago School of Professional Psychology with a concentration with clinical counseling. I have a tremendous amount of experience working with adolescents, families and adults. I look forward working with you and helping you achieve your goals.
For Spanish speaking families I am able to provide a safe space to share their experiences in their own language.
First session
Therapy is a working relationship where difficulty topics are being discussed. In order for the trust to be built the first session is a simple getting to know each other and fleshing out what goals want to be achieved. Clients are reminded that this does not mean that they have to discuss their trauma in detail and that we have time and can take it slowly.
Strengths
As a child of immigrants I have the cultural awareness when speaking to Latin X adolescents and young adults. For Spanish speaking families I am able to provide a safe space to share their experiences in their own language.
Ideal clients
I am intimately familiar with how stress can impact a person’s academic, social, and emotional life. Because of this experience I look forward to working with young adults, adolescents and families.
Treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I am a firm believer that the if we understand our motivations that lead to core beliefs and behaviors we understand how we can change our behaviors and that in turn lead to healthier choices and improved relationships.
Location
Virtual sessions
In-person sessions3058 W Belmont Ave, Chicago, IL 60618
Identifies as
Hispanic / Latinx
Woman
Top specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Serves
Adults (18 to 64)
Teenagers (13 to 17)
Licensed in
IllinoisLicense 180010363