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Ruth Alcantara-Zboinski

Therapist(she/her/hers)
5 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Depression, Cultural & ethnic issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, Trauma
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

I get it. You’re tired of feeling stuck, exhausted, and like nothing’s really changing. You’ve been carrying a lot, and it’s starting to feel heavy. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I’m passionate about walking alongside adults on their healing journey, especially those navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, and major life transitions. Whether you're a professional burning out, a veteran facing emotional pain, or a student trying to find your footing, I offer support rooted in compassion and real tools like EMDR and CBT. More importantly, I create a space where you can show up just as you are and feel truly seen, safe, and supported.

My approach to therapy

My approach is warm, collaborative, interactive, and deeply respectful of each person’s unique story. I draw from a mix of EMDR, mindfulness, somatic work, and insight-oriented therapy to meet you where you are. Together, we’ll move at a pace that feels right for you — gently exploring what’s been hard, building on your strengths, and helping you move toward a greater sense of peace and wholeness. Therapy with me is a partnership rooted in trust, compassion, and the belief that healing is always possible.

What you can expect from me

Clients often walk away from sessions with a deeper sense of clarity, confidence, and self-compassion. Together, we work toward healing the parts of you that feel stuck or weighed down—so you can start feeling more grounded and connected in everyday life. You can expect practical tools to help regulate emotions, shift unhelpful patterns, and support your growth outside of therapy. But more than anything, you'll experience what it's like to have someone truly listen and to sit with you in both your pain and your progress... with no judgment, just care.

About me

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

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    5 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at Adelphi University
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (New York, Florida, Connecticut)
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Oscar, Oxford, United Healthcare

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, Cultural & ethnic issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, Trauma
  • More specialties
    Substance use / addiction, Sleep disorder, Family issues, Stress management, Anger management, Physical health issues, Men's issues, Women's issues, Identity issues, PTSD, Chronic conditions
  • Therapy methods
    Trauma Focused CBT, Psychodynamic, Strength-Based, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Motivational Interviewing, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Seniors, Adults
  • Languages
    English, Spanish