Change is Within You!

Thoughtful Steps, Meaningful Change. Every step forward becomes possible.
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We Listen, Act, & Transform

The courage to heal begins within - Maria’s vision is to explore the root causes of emotional and psychological concerns through a holistic approach, centered on each individual’s core strengths and capacity for growth. She believes that with the right support, true transformation is possible. Grounded in the values of integrity, respect, and clinical excellence, Maria is dedicated to providing discreet, compassionate care, tailored to support meaningful steps toward healing, resilience, and lasting emotional well-being. Maria works collaboratively with adolescents, adults, families, and couples, offering a safe and supportive space to cultivate self-awareness and work toward meaningful goals. She is especially passionate about partnering with individuals who are open to growth and committed to embracing change. Through authentic connection and motivation, Maria provides empathy, actionable feedback, and measurable progress. She empowers her clients to build a strong foundation for long-term success, supporting not just recovery, but lasting transformation from the inside out. Maria brings extensive experience in supporting clients facing a wide range of concerns, including: • Depression • Anxiety • Trauma • Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) • Grief & Loss • Family Conflict • Communication issues • Anger Management • Attachment Issues • Behavioral Issues • Codependency • Relationship Issues/Couples Counseling • Burnout • Coping Skills • Existential Crisis • Mindfulness Maria's therapeutic approach is integrative and thoughtfully tailored to individual needs, drawing from evidence-based modalities that include: • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) • Psychodynamic Therapy • Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy (ERP) • Family Systems • Motivational Interviewing • Person-Centered • Trauma-Informed Therapy • Solution-Focused Therapy• Strength Based Therapy Licensing: • Illinois • Pennsylvania • Florida • 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 - $200

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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