Profile / United States
Liliana Cruz, LPC
Virginia
LPC in Virginia - stress and trauma focus
See online therapy options- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- CBT and ACT methods
About Liliana
Liliana Cruz is an LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) in Virginia with seven years of clinical experience helping people manage stress, anxiety, family concerns, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, and depression. She uses straightforward methods to identify what is causing day-to-day distress and what can change. Liliana speaks English and works with adults who want practical ways to feel more steady.
Her work focuses on clear steps and skills. She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to notice unhelpful thoughts and habits and on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to clarify values and take manageable action. Mindfulness and Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills are used when clients need help with emotion regulation or staying present during hard moments.
Liliana centers conversations on what a person wants to be different and then tries small, testable changes. Sessions include reviewing what has been tried, practicing new responses, and checking what worked. She pays attention to family dynamics, attachment concerns, and specific histories such as abandonment, adoption or foster care experiences when those topics are relevant.
She also addresses issues like body image, caregiving stress, codependency, and coping after disasters. The work is practical - learning skills, changing patterns, and building routines that fit daily life. Liliana helps people develop clearer communication and manage control or dependent personality patterns when those get in the way.
Those seeking services in Virginia can expect collaborative, skills-based sessions that emphasize concrete tools and steady progress. Prospective clients are asked to confirm current session options before scheduling.
How CBT and ACT translate to online sessions
CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and habits and trying small, practical changes to reduce distress. It often uses homework and short skill practices between sessions to track what shifts behavior and mood. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters to them and commit to actions that align with those values while accepting difficult thoughts or feelings that arise. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening, reflection, and building a working relationship so clients can choose their next steps.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist and client review goals, try techniques, and adjust methods based on what feels useful. That collaborative decision-making helps match methods like CBT or ACT to the person’s current needs and preferences.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. They also let people use audio-only when video isn’t convenient, or schedule sessions around work and caregiving responsibilities. Ask about format options when you complete the matching questionnaire so the planned sessions match your day-to-day life.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
7+ years
Listed in
Virginia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, family concerns, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, and depression, plus related issues like abandonment, body image, and caregiver stress.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is practical and skills-based, using clear steps to test what helps and adjusting approaches based on results.
How much experience does she have?
She has seven years of experience working with adults on mood, anxiety, trauma-related concerns, and related life stressors.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She is an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor - practicing in Virginia.
Which languages are used in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What do I do to begin working together?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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