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My first inclination that I was called to be a mental health therapist was at age 11. Since then I've gone on to receive my PhD in Mental Health Counseling, and a degree in Hypnotherapy. I completed my internship at a women's residential substance abuse facility assisting women to increase their self-esteem, self-worth, self-image, process their trauma and grief, manage their anxiety and depression, and taught various life skills. I then went on to work in an out-patient substance abuse facility with clients struggling with addiction, trauma, rejection, comorbidity (two or more diagnoses i.e. anxiety, depression, bipolar, or substance abuse, etc), and feelings of worthlessness. I've also worked in conjunction with the Division of Family and Children Services to help families regain custody of their children, facilitate adoptions, and counsel children in foster homes and in group homes.
I authored From Foster Care to FABULOUS: An Imperative Movement, Maximize Your Super Powers, co-authored Ripping Gripping Fear Out of Your Story, have several other e-books on Amazon as a result of my own life experiences, and completed rigorous research on the protective factors that evolved foster children into healthy and effective adults. Having grown up in the foster care system myself, I struggled with my own challenges ranging from being controlled by fear to overcoming abusive relationships and self-medicating. I believe it is in the transparency of my personal challenges and triumphs that I am solidified as an effective therapist, not solely by my PhD.
As a mental health therapist, public speaker, and life coach (see client feedback at www.capricruz.com), I've assisted thousands of clients in achieving greater awareness of their mind, body, and spirit connection, assisted in identifying the root of their challenges in order to regain personal power through solidifying their desired identity, created action plans to self-correct and resolve inner-conflicts, and helped my clients to identify and achieve their life goals.
My therapeutic approaches include, but are not limited to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused CBT, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Hypnotherapy, Narrative Therapy, Family Systems, Guided Imagery, Stress Reduction, Positive Psychology, and Neuro-Linguistic Programming.
As a mental health therapist what I've learned is that my greatest gift to my clients is to be non-judgmental in my listening in order to help facilitate healing. I believe people want, and often need, to be heard, validated, cared for, accepted, and assisted with feedback. I believe my clients are the experts of their own lives; and I am their guide. Together we are a team. My job is to provide a safe and trusting environment that will help bring that awareness and confidence into their consciousness to empower their ability to meet their own needs.
Professional experience
8yrs in practice
Additional areas of focus:Addictions, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Parenting issues, Anger management, Career difficulties
License information
GA LPC LPC008771
CA LPCC 7086
FL LMHC MH17905
Reviews
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Dr. Capri Cruz. We don’t pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Dr. Cruz has been the first therapist in my healing journey that I've felt genuinely comfortable with. It's not easy for me to open up about certain things, but Dr. Cruz makes it feel easy & natural. I appreciate her insight, humor, and spiritual guidance & support.
Written on Feb 01, 2023 after therapy with Capri for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and adhd
Dr. Cruz is simply excellent. To have the opportunity to speak with a very educated mind like Dr. Cruz is an honor. Dr. Cruz is professional, on time, listens and provides constructive feedback. I greatly look forward to our sessions and receiving her perspective on the challenging issues that I face. She has a warm heart and wants the absolute best for you!
Written on Dec 22, 2022 after therapy with Capri for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, and self esteem
Thanks!
Written on Dec 14, 2022 after therapy with Capri for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes
Dr.cruz has truly help me in so many ways grow as an individual in a positive manner. She has inspired me to reach my personal goals, open up my mind to many possibilities, stay positive, self-reflect and give myself some grace. For example, if I am feeling down or tired she reminds me to recognize how I am feeling and that it is completely okay and healthy to do so. Whereas I have had many other therapist make me feel bad about taking time for myself and wanting to do nothing. Dr.Cruz puts a positive perspective on everything and it’s how you look at things. I have not been depressed since having her has my therapist. I have only had about 4 sessions, but I am able to sleep now and be more motivated about reaching goals. I appreciate her spiritual side and different practices such as hypnosis. I was skeptical but it’s been amazing. She is very professional , personable, and respectful of others beliefs. Dr.Cruz seems to be religious and has spoken about god, the Bible, but she does not put her beliefs on me nor makes me uncomfortable. I appreciate that as I am on the fence on where I am at religiously. I am a spiritual person and believe in God but have been on the fence about my religion. Overall, Dr.Cruz is the first therapist that I have connected with and felt as if I’ve actually have been accomplishing things on my life and it does not feel like homework or repetitive. It’s actually useful and feels like we are getting somewhere with bettering my mental health. If you want to overcome obstacles and reach your goals or even try to come up with some to better yourself, then Dr.Cruz is the therapist for you!
Written on Oct 16, 2022 after therapy with Capri for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, coaching, and compassion fatigue
Dr. Cruz is a great listener. Her approach is solution-oriented and rational. She often empowers when my mind starts to go into a negative spot. Her guidance often involves using our conscious mind to direct our thinking. Sometimes she'll give me solutions for meditation. I usually do phone sessions with her. I rarely type thoughts out to her but when I do, she'll usually respond within the next day or so. She'll also apologize if she oversteps boundaries, which I respect because therapists are human just like everyone else. After 20 months of working with her, I decided to explore other perspectives with another therapist, but it doesn't mean that Dr. Cruz wouldn't be a fantastic therapist for somebody else. Thank you Dr. Cruz. Glad to have you in my pocketbook of support.
Written on Sep 09, 2022 after therapy with Capri for 1 year and 11 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and career difficulties
Dr Cruz is great. she is very easy to talk to and has been helpful in coming up with strategies to cope with the issues that i bring to her.
Written on Jul 09, 2022 after therapy with Capri for 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and coping with life changes
I have been working with Dr. Cruz for over a year now. She has helped me get out of the most depressed and anxious ridden moment of my life, for which I am eternally grateful. She is kind, caring and insightful. She’s always learning herself and sharing recommended readings to help me better understand how to harness my emotions and live a more conscious life. Thank you for everything Dr. Cruz!
Written on Jun 24, 2022 after therapy with Capri for 1 year and 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, career difficulties, and coaching
She is amazing! Has helped me through a lot of personal issues as well as gain a better understanding of them
Written on Jun 16, 2022 after therapy with Capri for 5 months on issues concerning depression, and stress, anxiety
Dr. Cruz is an amazing and compassionate therapist. It’s been my pleasure working with her for the last 9 months. It feels like you are chatting with a good friend, but of course she offers great input backed by science. 10/10 :)
Written on Apr 15, 2022 after therapy with Capri for 8 months on issues concerning relationship issues, and self esteem
Dr. Cruz listens to me and what is going on in my life. Dr. Cruz is helping me with understanding that certain things in life are not in my control, and I can only control what I can in my life. She is awesome.
Written on Mar 19, 2022 after therapy with Capri for 9 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching
Doctor Cruz is helping me re-discover my self worth. For her I could not be more grateful.
Written on Mar 09, 2022 after therapy with Capri for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
I tell everyone about my Therapist and that she has been a blessing to me, I have recommended BetterHelp to a hand full of people it’s been a life saver so Thank You
Written on Feb 20, 2022 after therapy with Capri for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Dr. Cruz has surpassed my expectations for this site. Even on our first session, she was able to help me see a different perspective and I had a “breakthrough” on how I handle certain situations. She’s kind and is quick to listen and let me talk and ramble and she is able to dissect what I said and break it down into a way that we can reach a solution. I would recommend her to anyone!
Written on Jan 26, 2022 after therapy with Capri for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and adhd
I recommend Dr. Cruz to most everyone who asks for therapist recommendations. Her empathy and patience are abundant; she approaches all of your concerns with an open, solution-based mind-set. She challenges you in healthy ways and is your biggest advocate. For those who are ready to create the life of happiness they deserve, Dr. Cruz will help you iron out the details.
Written on Jan 12, 2022 after therapy with Capri for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
Dr. Cruz has helped me understand and make peace with where I am in my life journey. She is kind, a great listener and offers great advice in a thoughtful way that makes it easy to receive. In just our few sessions she has helped me find more peace in my life, and I am very grateful for her!
Written on Dec 17, 2021 after therapy with Capri for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and grief
Dr. Cruz has become an essential part of my week! I always look forward to our conversations for I know her wisdom and knowledge will help me. My mental health has improved tremendously throughout the course of our sessions. I’m so grateful for Dr. Cruz and would highly recommend to anyone I know!
Written on Dec 05, 2021 after therapy with Capri for 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd
She’s the bees knees
Written on Nov 15, 2021 after therapy with Capri for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, anger management, and career difficulties
Dr. Cruz is kind, compassionate and understanding. She is a great listener and provides insights from a clinical, personal and an experiential perspective. I would highly recommend her to anyone who is working through relationship or personal issues and needs someone to be there for them throughout the process.
Written on Oct 23, 2021 after therapy with Capri for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, anger management, and coping with life changes
I have really enjoyed and found benefit in my sessions with Dr. Cruz.
Written on Oct 18, 2021 after therapy with Capri for 5 months on issues concerning relationship issues, and family conflicts
Dr. Cruz is wonderful! She is an intentional listener and responds gently and kindly. Having her as my therapist is exactly who I need for healing past trauma and for the journey of my mental and emotional health.
Written on Sep 25, 2021 after therapy with Capri for 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, and trauma and abuse
An incredible counselor who goes above and beyond to show her care
Written on Aug 30, 2021 after therapy with Capri for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Dr. Cruz is very helpful and listens. She has made a few suggestions of things that could help.
Written on Aug 14, 2021 after therapy with Capri for 2 weeks on issues concerning family conflicts, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
She is Great!!
2 sessions In and I am already practicing her very insightful and helpful advice!
Written on Aug 13, 2021 after therapy with Capri for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
Dr. Cruz is an amazing therapist, and a great person to talk to! She’s understanding, keeps me on track and gives great feedback and advice. I have never been to therapy before, but she has made it easy and an amazing experience!
Written on Jun 28, 2021 after therapy with Capri for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, and career difficulties
Dr. Cruz has done an amazing job helping me stay grounded, and and calm overall. I cannot overstate her help and the amazing effect she has had on me in the past few months.
Written on Jun 21, 2021 after therapy with Capri for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, and self esteem
I very grateful that I was able to have counselling with Dr.Cruz she has helped me in a lot of ways possible for my life.. Getting Better Help was the Best Decision I’ve ever made so far! ♥️ Thank You Dr.Cruz for everything
Written on Jun 19, 2021 after therapy with Capri for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and career difficulties
Dr. Cruz has helped me in immeasurable ways and continues to do so. The progress I have made in her care is astounding to me. She is the best therapist I have ever worked with, ever. She is skilled, experienced, knowledgeable and an amazing listener. The most important part is that I have progressed and grown and am happier than ever.
Right now I am happier than I have ever been in my life and I owe a debt of gratitude to Dr. Cruz for this. She has helped me with relationship and other personal issues. Every time I speak to her I write done so many things that I come back to and practice and use. I could not be happier and recommend her to anyone that needs help and support and wishes to put in the hard work to grow.
Written on Jun 07, 2021 after therapy with Capri for 10 months on issues concerning relationship issues
Dr. Cruz is incredible and is already helping me create a better life for myself. I just wish I found her sooner.
Written on Apr 12, 2021 after therapy with Capri for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, and adhd
It has been amazing to work with Dr. Cruz. When I started therapy with her, I was overwhelmed with so many things that I had to process. Dr. Cruz has always been able to extend a listening ear and guide me through healthy ways of coping. Whenever I felt down, she was able to provide an alternative perspective that I've been able to adopt and thanks to her, I'm in a much better mental and emotional place. I highly recommend her for anyone, whether you're going through life or just want someone to vent to. She's an amazing therapist and I truly feel blessed to have been able to have her in my life!
Written on Apr 02, 2021 after therapy with Capri for 3 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, and trauma and abuse
Dr. Cruz had helped me realize my greatness and made me realize that I am better than my pain! This was the best decision I have ever made!
Written on Mar 29, 2021 after therapy with Capri for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, and career difficulties
She listens to me, validates me, understands me but she still gives me honest input and things to work on.
Written on Mar 17, 2021 after therapy with Capri for 3 months on issues concerning depression, self esteem, and adhd
Dr. Cruz really helped set me up for success and helped me change my life. She was there for me and listened to the issues I was having and helped me get on the path I want to be in life with my pattern of thinking. It really clicked for me with Dr. Cruz and I would recommend giving her a chance at helping you to improve your life!
Written on Mar 10, 2021 after therapy with Capri for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd
Dr Cruz is very understanding person. She listens without judging and has excellent advice and like a friend u can talk to about anything without judgment.
Written on Jan 31, 2021 after therapy with Capri for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and compassion fatigue
Celia has been a great resource during my challenging time
Written on Jan 20, 2021 after therapy with Capri for 2 weeks
Dr. Cruz is a wonderful therapist. I’ve only had male therapists so it was nice to get a female perspective on my issues. Her sentiments are very helpful and she truly listens. I hope I’m able to continue working with her! She’s amazing.
Written on Jan 12, 2021 after therapy with Capri for 1 week on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and career difficulties
Dr Cruz is one of a kind! She helped me get straight to the root of the issue and resolve with grace. I’m on a better path with less stress and anxiety about my past. I feel renewed!
Written on Nov 09, 2020 after therapy with Capri for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, coaching, and compassion fatigue
Dr Cruz is amazing and has helped me through some extremely trying times
Written on Oct 30, 2020 after therapy with Capri for 4 years and 4 months on issues concerning relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, and career difficulties
Dr. Cruz feels like a friend when I’m talking to her and not a stranger. She has insightful answers for all of my problems that always make sense. Almost like she’s lived in my shoes. I would highly recommend her to anybody looking for a therapist and even use her services again in the future if I needed her.
Written on Oct 07, 2020 after therapy with Capri for 2 weeks
She’s so compassionate
Written on Oct 05, 2020 after therapy with Capri for 2 months on issues concerning relationship issues, and trauma and abuse
To start out Dr. Cruz was good. She was positive and uplifting listening to me. I feel she takes poor notes or has too large of a client list because I was constantly repeating details of very difficult times of my life. One of them being a recent rape. I was victim blamed by Dr Cruz on the situation. I was told that if I wasn't still friends with an ex (we broke up in 2013 after 4 months of dating and he was a family friend) than maybe I wouldn't have been raped and that I clearly lack boundaries. She also puts a large emphasis on her Christian faith and believes it is what will help me.
Written on Sep 22, 2020 after therapy with Capri for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, and bipolar disorder
Dr. Cruz and amazing! I am so glad I matched with her because her ability to help me unpack my thoughts and emotions is far above any other counselor I've had. So grateful for her knowledge and expertise!
Written on Aug 17, 2020 after therapy with Capri for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and self esteem
We have only had one session. But overall she listened and seemed helpful and encouraging. Giving me some ideas of what to do that would be helpful to me.
Written on Aug 17, 2020 after therapy with Capri for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Dr. Cruz is truly a God-send. She is the best therapist I’ve ever had. She treats you like a human being and not a patient in a long list of patients. She really listens to what you are saying, and tells you what you need to hear in the nicest way possible. She actually breaks down why someone feels a certain way and how you can go about fixing it in specifics and details! She is very inclusive in planning your treatment and really wants to know your goals and intentions and not just pushing what she wants upon you! I can not recommend this woman enough!!
Written on Jul 21, 2020 after therapy with Capri for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and career difficulties
She's extremely helpful and very personable. I don't feel like I'm talking to a therapist more so of a friend or mother figure. It's refreshing and I greatly appreciate her doing what she does to help people.
Written on Jun 01, 2020 after therapy with Capri for 2 weeks
Dr.Cruz is a very understanding and compassionate lady. I have full confidence in her expertise.
Written on May 31, 2020 after therapy with Capri for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, and adhd
I never expected to connect so well with Dr Cruz and it’s amazing how much of an impact she’s making on my life speaking with her has helped me realize so much more she is the type of woman that makes you feel heard and acknowledged and throughout tough times that is the best gift you can provide and she provides it so well.
Written on May 08, 2020 after therapy with Capri for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
Very positive, listens to clients, and supportive.
Written on May 02, 2020 after therapy with Capri for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety
She is amazing!
Written on May 01, 2020 after therapy with Capri for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, and sleeping disorders
I felt she really listens to what I was saying, and she understood me, and at the same time confidence in my self.
Written on Apr 27, 2020 after therapy with Capri for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety
Dr. Cruz has positively impacted my life in many different ways in only 2 sessions. I am so grateful to have discovered this service and to have been matched with her. I feel a lot more hopeful about life than before I began this service!
Written on Apr 25, 2020 after therapy with Capri for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes
Dr. Cruz has been extremely professional and yet has been challenging in her approaches, which has been extremely effective. I recommend her skill and expertise very highly.
Written on Mar 25, 2017 after therapy with Capri for 3 weeks on issues concerning addictions
Dr. Cruz is an incredibly insightful and encouraging counselor. She is discerning and supportive of what I experience in my life and offers practical wisdom on how specific situations and issues may best be navigated or changed.
Written on Jan 22, 2017 after therapy with Capri for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship, family, self esteem, anger, and career
Dr. Cruz is so inspirational, honest and caring. She really does give sensible solutions and includes you in finding ways to help you navigate through your life. She's so positive and I'm so lucky to have her as my therapist.
Written on Oct 24, 2016 after therapy with Capri for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship, family, self esteem, anger, and career
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