Brian S.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
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| Español Hi, I’m Brian Ruiz, a licensed clinical social worker passionate about supporting individuals, especially young adults, through stress, anxiety, and life’s challenges. My approach is rooted in compassion, dignity, and service, values inspired by both personal and professional experiences. After serving in the military and mentoring youth, I earned my MSW in 2013. Since then, I’ve worked with immigrant families, child protection, addiction recovery, and in-home counseling. I aim to create a safe, respectful space where your beliefs and goals are honored as we work toward resilience and growth.
Your journey matters, and you have the strength to thrive. I use a Solution-Focused approach to highlight your strengths and create steps toward your goals. CBT techniques can be integrated to help you explore thoughts and feelings, gain fresh insights, and develop strategies that empower you to overcome stress and anxiety with confidence.
Through my professional and personal experiences, I’ve witnessed the incredible resilience of the human spirit. With the right support, perseverance, and a fresh perspective on life’s challenges, I believe you can face and conquer obstacles, emerging stronger, more courageous, and resilient.
Call or Email Brian S. Ruiz now for a free 15 minute consultation - (732) 466-6726
Let's Connect (732) 466-6726
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $130
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
Check, ZelleInsurance
- Aetna
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield
- Oscar Health
- Oxford
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
Brian S. Ruiz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (732) 466-6726
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of New Jersey / 44SC05849400 Brian S. Ruiz
- In Practice for 13 years
- Attended Rutgers Graduate School of Social Work, MSW, Graduated 2013
- Membership with Catholic Psychotherapy Association 790011 / 2024
- Certificate from BRIEF International - Solution Focused Brief Therapy Intensive Certificate Course 2020
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Brian S. Ruiz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (732) 466-6726
Specialties and Expertise
Expertise
- ADHD
- Anger Management
- Anxiety
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Dual Diagnosis
- Integration of Catholic Faith
- Life Transitions
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Spirituality
- Stress
- Substance Use
- Suicidal Ideation
- Young Adult Life Transitions
Brian S. Ruiz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (732) 466-6726
Client Focus
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals
I also speak
Spanish
Religion
Christian
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals
I also speak
Spanish
Religion
Christian
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
- Integrative
- Person-Centered
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Strength-Based
Brian S. Ruiz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (732) 466-6726
Location
Nearby Areas
Brian S. Ruiz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (732) 466-6726