Hello! My name is Maria Ruiz, I'd like to introduce myself as a motivating and striving individual. In my professional work I collaborate, support, and encourage clients to achieve a balance life, happy, and safe. In my eight years of counseling experience I have worked with several individuals from all walks of life. I have assisted people navigate through their healing journey as they grieve from death, relationships, trauma, and other life events. I have worked with domestic violence victims to rebuild their lives, find who they are, and learn to live a safe and validating life. I have guided people to explore their depression, anxiety, and anger for a better understanding of themselves and their ability to take control of their lives. As a clinician I am passionate, empathetic, energetic, and direct that will provide you with kind, genuine, and reflective directives to walk along side your ability to achieve your goals.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
I meet client where they are at, in their stage of change. I will listen to you empathically and remain respectful of you and your choices. We will work together to co-create your goals to power you up from within. I will be honest and direct in an effort to continue motivating you to be your best self.
What treatment methods and tools do you utilize?
My eclectic therapeutic approach comes in different modalities. I utilize Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Motivational Therapy, Play Therapy, Client Center Therapy, and Existential Therapy. I have utilized all these in an individual, family and group settings.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
In my eight years of therapy I have worked with children, teen, and adult. I have conducted individual, family, and group counseling. I've worked heavily with clients suffering of depression; feeling hopeless, alone, and unmotivated. I support clients with anxiety; challenge their cognitive distortions and the fear that often prevents us from achieving our goals. I have supported families in building stronger bonds and increasing healthy lines of communication all while breaking down barriers. I have worked with clients with severe trauma; ranging some sexual abuse, physical abuse, emotional abuse, and all the dynamics of what domestic abuse can be.