Change is Within You!

At Enlightening Journey, we provide quality care rooted in compassion, integrity, and discretion. “The connection between therapist and client is essential to a sustainable therapeutic relationship.”
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About

We listen, act, and transform

Maria’s vision is to explore the root causes of concern through a holistic approach, focusing on each individual’s core strengths. With Maria, you’ll feel supported and validated as you navigate your concerns. Maria works collaboratively with adolescents, adults, families, and couples to foster awareness and help clients achieve their desired goals. She particularly enjoys working with those who are willing to challenge themselves and embrace change. By connecting with and motivating clients, Maria empowers them to build a strong foundation for success. Her therapeutic approach combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Trauma-Informed Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy. Maria’s extensive experience includes working with: • Depression • Anxiety • Trauma • ADHD • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) • Grief • Family and relationship issues With over ten years of experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Maria is dedicated to supporting you on your journey with empathy, actionable feedback, and measurable results. Licensing: Illinois, Pennsylvania, Florida, and California. *Someone will respond to all inquiries within 24-48 business hours. *For emergencies, please do not email. Call 911 or visit your nearest Emergency Room.
Maria A. Cruz, LCSW
Clinical Therapist

Services

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Trauma
  • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
  • Relationship Issues
  • Grief
  • ADD/ADHD
  • Coping Skills
  • Child or Adolescent
  • Couples Counseling
  • Family Conflict
  • Communication Issues
  • Anger Management
  • Attachment Issues
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Borderline Personality
  • Bullying
  • Burnout
  • Codependency
  • Existential Crisis
  • Mindfulness
  • Mood Disorders
  • Court Mandated
  • Substance Use

Approaches

  • Behavioral Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical (DBT)
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
  • Family/Marital Therapy
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Family Systems
  • Interpersonal
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Person-Centered
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused

Insurance Accepted

  • United Healthcare
  • Aetna
  • Optum
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Community
  • Cigna
  • TriWest

Fees

  • Between : $125 - $175

Testimonials

“Maria is very attentive and has a keen awareness of the issues presented. More importantly, her suggestions were always on point! We appreciate how she's not afraid to get to the root cause of the issues. We highly recommend her to anyone reading this review”

-Anonymous Family-

“Maria balances creating a safe space and encouraging you toward change. She strongly focuses on your strengths and provides valuable support towards your goals. My life has improved tremendously working with Maria; I cannot thank her enough!”

AJ
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