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Rebecca Ruiz

Therapist
8 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Stress management, Anger management, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, Trauma, PTSD
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

Are you feeling off, overwhelmed, or stuck? Let's navigate this part of your life together ❤️ I specialize in helping people navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, relationships, stress, and other common human experiences, such as grief, loss, changes in mood and self-esteem, and changes in life.

My practice is the result of 8 years of experience helping ppl unpack and navigate the messy, complex parts of being human. I've worked across various settings, including private practice, community mental health, correctional settings, and intensive outpatient care. I use evidence-based strategies to help clients build practical coping skills, manage difficult emotions, and navigate challenges in a way that fits their life and circumstances.

It’s normal to feel overwhelmed or unsure about the next step. My goal is to create a comfortable therapeutic space where you feel heard, understood, and supported. Together, we'll work through challenges at your pace and help you move towards healing, feeling balanced, and gaining a clearer sense of direction.

I offer early morning sessions into the early afternoon for early risers, busy schedules, and for those who just want to start their day feeling supported!

My approach to therapy

As a therapist, I’m very easygoing, warm, honest and collaborative. I tailor treatment to your unique situation, values, and goals, combining evidence based approaches with practical coping skills and deeper insight work to help you understand yourself, shift unhelpful patterns, and connect with what matters most to you. Together, we will work through whatever is holding you back.

What you can expect from me

During your initial visit, we’ll spend time getting to know each other. I’ll ask about what’s bringing you to therapy, your personal history, and what you hope to gain from our work together. You’ll also have space to ask questions and get a feel for whether this feels like the right fit for you. There’s no pressure to have everything figured out—our first session is simply about starting the process in a way that feels comfortable and supportive!

About me

  • I identify as
    Other Racial or Ethnic Background, Hispanic, Latinx, Cisgender Woman
  • My style is
    Empowering, Warm, Challenging

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    8 years of experience
  • Training
    msw at California State University at Los Angeles, Other at California State University, Long Beach, CA
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (California)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross, Carelon Behavioral Health, Oxford, United Healthcare

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Stress management, Anger management, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, Trauma, PTSD
  • Therapy methods
    Strength-Based, Behavioral Activation (BA), Relational, Trauma Focused CBT, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Gestalt, Psychodynamic, Psychoanalytic, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT), Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Humanistic, Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Attachment Based
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults
  • Languages
    English, Spanish