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My name is Brenda De La Cruz and I am an LCSW who has been in the field for over 15 years. I like to give the client the chance to utilize their strengths during treatment along with my own prompts and experience with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and more. I'm a kid at heart and love getting to know my clients and their passions to help them navigate their treatment in a positive way.
My approach
I like to utilize strength-based, client-centered, motivational interviewing, TF-CBT, CBT modules, and classic talk therapy. I also utilize play and art therapy, as well as incorporating music into sessions as needed or appropriate.
My focus
I am open to any client population but tend to work with children, adolescents, and TAY youth. I tend to treat depression, anxiety, trauma, and grief.
My communication style
I am very easygoing and like to make my clients comfortable to allow them to open at their own pace. I approach everyone very warmly and like to make my clients laugh when appropriate.
My journey to mental healthcare
Like many others, I, too, have had my own struggles with life and so have those I love. I came into this field because I love helping others and know what it feels like to struggle with something we sometimes are stigmatized for when talking about it. I want to help others feel empowered to talk about their problems and together work on improving them.
My goals for you
I work together with my clients to create and set approachable and realistic goals we both agree on.
My first session with you
During the first session, I like to get to know my clients and allow for them to get to know me so we can both feel comfortable meeting and speaking to one another.
