Maricruz Garcia
Bilingual LMHC offering CBT, ACT, and motivational approaches
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About
Maricruz Garcia is an LMHC based in New York with eight years of clinical practice supporting people facing stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, grief, relationship difficulties, anger, addiction concerns, career questions, and life transitions. Her work also attends to mood disorders, multicultural concerns, and workplace issues, drawing on a range of focused strategies tailored to each person’s needs.
She uses evidence-informed methods including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy to help clients develop practical skills and clearer direction. Maricruz approaches weight and body concerns from a perspective that supports health and well-being at any size, integrating that outlook when it is relevant to the goals presented in sessions.
Maricruz aims to partner with people who feel overwhelmed but are ready to make changes and build a more fulfilling future. Others describe her as nonjudgmental, supportive, and cheerful. She offers services in both English and Spanish and practices under her New York LMHC credential.
She uses evidence-informed methods including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy to help clients develop practical skills and clearer direction. Maricruz approaches weight and body concerns from a perspective that supports health and well-being at any size, integrating that outlook when it is relevant to the goals presented in sessions.
Maricruz aims to partner with people who feel overwhelmed but are ready to make changes and build a more fulfilling future. Others describe her as nonjudgmental, supportive, and cheerful. She offers services in both English and Spanish and practices under her New York LMHC credential.
- Location:
- New York, United States
- Years Experience:
- 8
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English, Spanish
- Therapist of Color:
- No
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Self esteem, Depression, Coping with life changes
Other areas of experience: Addictions, Relationship issues, Grief, Anger management, Career difficulties, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Workplace issues
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: NY LMHC 008114
- NPI Number: 1033602586
- License: LMHC (New York)
Online sessions and therapeutic approach
Maricruz conducts teletherapy using video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to connect with clients from her New York practice. These options allow the therapeutic work to continue in formats that fit differing schedules and communication preferences.She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help identify and modify unhelpful thought and behavior patterns and on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to clarify values and build psychological flexibility. Motivational Interviewing is used when exploring ambivalence or readiness to change, and Solution-Focused Therapy helps pinpoint practical steps and short-term goals. These approaches are described in accessible terms and are selected to match each person’s priorities.
Maricruz works collaboratively, inviting clients to set goals and choose the pace of work. Sessions are offered in English or Spanish and are intended for clients based in the United States; she does not accept international clients.
What is Maricruz Garcia's clinical experience?
She has eight years of clinical experience working as a mental health counselor.
What credentials does she hold?
Maricruz is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and holds NY license number LMHC 008114.
Which languages are available for sessions?
She conducts therapy in English and Spanish.
Where is Maricruz based?
Her practice is located in New York.
How can clients work with her remotely?
Clients may connect through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does she accept international clients?
This profile indicates that she does not accept international clients.
How is cost handled?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions operate through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to start therapy?
To begin, use the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire as described in the profile.