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Lisa Cruz, LPC
Texas
Licensed Professional Counselor - Mood and anxiety concerns
See online therapy options- CBT informed
- Client-centered methods
- Solution-focused steps
About Lisa
Lisa Cruz is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas with three years of clinical experience. She works with people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, mood disorders and substance concerns. She also helps with relationship strain, grief, career shifts, and feelings like emptiness, guilt, and isolation.
She uses a straightforward, skills-focused approach. Sessions look at thoughts, habits, and small behavior changes that can make daily life easier. Lisa combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with client-centered listening and solution-focused steps to help people set practical goals and track progress.
Her background includes a master’s degree in psychology and work counseling college students and people at a community mental health center. That mix gave her practice with common problems and with people coming from different places in life. She has experience with mood swings, anger, paranoia, and post-traumatic stress symptoms.
In sessions she emphasizes building coping skills. That can mean learning ways to notice unhelpful thoughts, trying different responses, and practicing short exercises between appointments. The work is usually structured and action oriented, with time set aside for problem solving and planning.
People who want clear steps and practical tools will find her direct style useful. She speaks English and works from Texas. Before booking, confirm the current session formats and scheduling details.
How Lisa applies practical approaches online
Lisa combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Mindfulness Therapy in a practical way. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing small behavioral changes to reduce anxiety and improve mood. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and reflecting so clients can understand their own goals and priorities. Mindfulness Therapy teaches brief attention and awareness exercises to reduce reactivity and manage stress.Choosing the right mix of methods is a collaborative process. She will work with each person to decide which approaches match their needs and goals, and adjust methods as progress is reviewed. The plan typically includes concrete skill practice and short between-session tasks that support real-life changes.
Confirm the available session formats before booking, as current options are not listed here. Online work can make scheduling easier and help fit sessions into busy days. It also lets people use shorter check-ins when needed or avoid video when bandwidth is limited. Discuss session length and practical preferences during the matching questionnaire so appointments fit daily routines.
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Experience
3+ years
Listed in
Texas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Lisa commonly help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, addictions, relationship and family strain, grief, anger, and related issues such as emptiness, guilt, isolation, and post-traumatic stress.
How would she use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in sessions?
She applies CBT ideas to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and habits, test alternative responses, and practice new behaviors between sessions.
What is her clinical background and experience?
She has a master’s degree in psychology and three years of counseling experience, including work with college students and at a community mental health center.
What credential and location should I know about?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Texas.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for and what does cost look like?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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