Robert Cruz
LPC supporting LGBTQ+ individuals with anxiety and trauma
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About
Robert Cruz, LPC, offers focused support for people facing stress, anxiety, trauma, grief, and depression. He maintains a practice attentive to challenges such as panic attacks, social anxiety, attachment concerns, and the emotional effects of divorce or separation. His work includes specific attention to issues of sexuality, identity, and the dynamics of shame and guilt.
Drawing on a background as a therapist of color, he brings cultural awareness and affirmation to work with LGBTQ+ individuals and others exploring identity and personal growth. His practice is collaborative and client centered, shaped to match each person’s pace and priorities. Robert aims to help people reconnect with a clearer sense of purpose while addressing immediate symptoms and past experiences that continue to cause distress.
He frames therapy as a process of exploration, repair, and skill building. Those who choose to work with him can expect a practical orientation toward problem solving paired with attention to emotional healing and narrative understanding. Robert’s approach is tailored to the individual needs presented at intake and evolves with ongoing feedback and goal-setting.
- Location:
- Virginia, United States
- Years Experience:
- 6
- Gender:
- Male
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- Yes
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, LGBT, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Depression
Other areas of experience: Attachment issues, Divorce and separation, Life purpose, Post-traumatic stress, Sexuality
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: VA LPC 0701016185
- NPI Number: 1598304016
- License: LPC (Virginia)
Remote sessions and therapeutic approach
Robert offers online care that follows a collaborative, client-centered framework. In a collaborative approach he partners with the person to identify goals, try strategies together, and adjust plans based on what is helpful. This approach emphasizes shared decision making and ongoing feedback to shape the work. Client-centered work focuses on the individual’s priorities, values, and pace. Sessions concentrate on the concerns named by the person in front of him, whether that involves managing panic symptoms, addressing grief, or exploring questions of sexuality and identity. The profile also highlights a culturally sensitive stance rooted in his background as a therapist of color, which informs how he attends to issues of identity and marginalization. Online appointments are available by video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging. Those who prefer flexible communication options can choose the format that best fits their routine and comfort. The combination of collaborative planning, individualized focus, and multiple remote modalities is intended to help people engage in therapy in ways that fit their lives.
How long has Robert Cruz been practicing?
He has six years of clinical experience as a licensed counselor.
What are his professional credentials?
Robert holds the LPC credential. His license is listed as VA LPC 0701016185.
Which languages does he use in sessions?
Sessions are conducted in English.
Where is he based?
He practices in Virginia.
What ways can people work with him remotely?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging as communication options.
Does he accept international clients?
This profile indicates he does not accept international clients.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with him?
To begin, use the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire.