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Manuel Cruz

Therapist
10 years of experience
  • Virtual & in-person
  • Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

It is my passion working with and helping those in need. I have over 15 years of clinical experience working with children, teens, and adults of different backgrounds and ethnicities. I have worked in schools, outpatient clinics, psychiatric hospitals, and private practice settings. I graduated from California State University Fullerton in 2007 with an MA in counseling. I specialize in relational work specifically functional family therapy.

My approach to therapy

Believing that every client is unique I utilize an integrative approach of cognitive, interpersonal, client-centered therapy to tailor interventions to the specific needs of my clients. With an extensive background and experience with relational therapy I am able to help people change their lives by improving their relationships.

What you can expect from me

I strive to create a safe, non-judgemental environment where I can meet my clients where they are and help them learn to become the best version of themselves. I believe the therapeutic relationship is the key to positive change and growth.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Hispanic, Man
  • My style is
    Open Minded, Empowering, Challenging

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    10 years of experience
  • Training
    MA (Master of Arts) at California State University, Fullerton
  • License type
    LMFT (Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist) (California)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Oxford, United Healthcare, United Healthcare Medicare Advantage

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
  • More specialties
    Anger management, Men's issues, Trauma
  • Therapy methods
    Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Relational, Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS), Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Attachment Based
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Adolescents, Adults
  • Languages
    English
  • Location
    1442 Irvine Boulevard #221
    Tustin, CA 92780