Hello. My name is Christian Cruz-Ayala. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of Florida. I have been in the helping profession for over 7 years. This is a journey that has been personally and professionally rewarding. It has much growth to me as an individual in my personal life as well as in my professional life.
I graduated from the University of South Florida with a degree in Psychology and Sociology. I then pursue a Masters in Counseling at Webster University. I have gained experience working in a crisis unit, working in inpatient substance abuse treatment. I then gain employment at a local methadone clinic where I was able to provide counseling services to individuals with an opiate addiction. Later on I began my journey in working with children, adolescents/teenagers, young adults and parents, which has now become my passion.
I am one who believes the philosophy that life is a journey rather than a destination. I'm a huge believer that life throws many things at us through our journey, but what is more important is how we respond to life rather than what it throws at us. This Cognitive Behavioral approach is the same approach that I take when it comes to counseling. I use an eclectic approach, utilizing theories and teachings from all psychology teachings to help the individual respond well to life. I like to teach clients how to manage their own symptoms with the help of coping skills and give them the tools to help them. I’m a strong believer that whatever you put into this world is what you will get out of it.
I want to help you define what it is to be you and how you can make a change in your own life to better yourself. I want to be a bridge on your journey of life to help you get to the destination that you desire.
Additional areas of focus: LGBT, Relationship issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Depression, Coping with life changes, Blended Family Issues, Commitment Issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Divorce and separation, Drug and Alcohol Addiction, Family of Origin Issues, Family Problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Self-Harm, Self-love, Young Adult Issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy
MA LMHC LMHC10001278
FL LMHC MH17195
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Christian has been extremely helpful, in just a couple of months he has helped me tremendously, I can’t thank him enough.
Written on Jan 17, 2024 after therapy with Christian for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
I am so glad to have Christian as my counselor! He helps me to have an open-mind to figuring out my problems. I would recommend him to those who seek counseling in the future.
Written on Apr 29, 2021 after therapy with Christian for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Christian is a really great counselor. He is diligent in his approach to helping his clients. He helped me tap into perceptions of my situation I had not previously considered on a conscious level. Grateful to have the chance to work with him!
Written on Sep 15, 2020 after therapy with Christian for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue
Christian is really helpful.
Written on Dec 09, 2019 after therapy with Christian for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and trauma and abuse