Licensed clinical social worker recordNew York
Natalie Cruz, LCSW
New York
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - mood and relationships
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in New York
- LCSW, licence 100715
- NPI
- 1124899844
- Experience
- 5 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- New York
These details come from information Natalie supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.
AAbout
- Stress and anxiety
- Depression and bipolar
- Communication skills
About Natalie
Natalie Cruz is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in New York with five years of practice. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and relationship difficulties. Natalie focuses on day-to-day problems like communication, self-worth, isolation, and social anxiety.
She uses straightforward, person-centered methods. Sessions focus on building practical coping skills and clearer communication. Natalie helps clients notice patterns, try small changes, and track what works in real life.
Natalie integrates several evidence-based approaches. She draws from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to clarify values and manage difficult thoughts. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is used to identify thinking habits that affect mood and behavior. Dialectical Behavior Therapy and mindfulness practices are added when emotion regulation and distress tolerance are priorities.
She also pays attention to identity and cultural background. Natalie aims to be affirming of LGBTQ+ people and responsive to diverse experiences. That work looks like asking questions, listening closely, and adapting strategies to fit each person's situation.
People often come for help with life transitions, grief, caregiving stress, or challenges tied to aging and attachment. Sessions are collaborative and practical. The focus is on clearer decisions, steadier mood, and small changes people can keep doing after therapy.
BHow sessions work
How her approaches translate to online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters to them and take small steps toward those values while accepting uncomfortable thoughts. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) breaks down how thoughts, feelings, and actions interact and gives simple exercises to change unhelpful patterns. Mindfulness therapy teaches brief attention practices that reduce reactivity and help with stress and mood swings.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Natalie will talk with each person about their goals and preferences and try methods that fit those needs. That collaboration means approaches may shift as practical progress or challenges become clearer.
Confirm current session format options before booking, since formats are not listed here. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day - for example a shorter check-in during a lunch break, or a video meeting when travel is difficult. Therapists can use exercises, homework, and brief mindfulness practices that slot into everyday routines so progress continues between sessions.
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Primary focus
Additional focus areas
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Experience
5+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
Natalie works with stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and relationship difficulties. She also focuses on areas like caregiving stress, aging issues, attachment, and eating or identity-related concerns.
What is her therapeutic style?
She uses a collaborative, person-centered approach that emphasizes practical coping skills and clearer communication. Sessions blend talk with exercises to try between meetings.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has five years of experience working as a clinician. That time includes helping people with mood, anxiety, and relationship-related problems.
Where is she licensed to practice?
Natalie is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in New York. Her practice is based in New York.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are offered?
Please confirm current session format options before booking, as formats are not specified here. Check the booking flow for the latest details.
How are costs handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing is provided during the sign-up process.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session. That starts the process of matching with Natalie.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers