Cruzilious (Cruzito)
LSW (they, he)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
2 Endorsed
Let's Connect (412) 436-3847
If you are looking for reflective dialogue, various affirmations, and a whole lot of realness, I'm your guy! As a therapist, my goal is to provide sessions that are grounded in a culturally responsive approach that considers how personal history, relationships, and broader social contexts shape mental health. If you’ve worked with therapists before and found that the connection tends to lose its spark over time, my approach may be different. I’m direct, responsive, and adaptable in our work together, allowing our therapeutic relationship to evolve as you do. You can expect genuine connection, honest convos, and meaningful work.
I specialize in a multitude of areas, including: LGBTQIA+ affirming care, identity development, Men's issues, and supporting youth of various ages.
My approach is strengths-based and reflective, integrating skill-building, emotional regulation, and self-exploration to support clients in developing greater insight, resilience, and self-compassion.
Finding services that feel representative of us can be difficult. Whether you're an adult who needs support through life transitions, or have a teen that needs a therapist who can quote the newest TikTok audios in session - I'm here!
Call or Email Cruzilious (Cruzito) Contreras-Amezcua now for a free 15 minute consultation - (412) 436-3847
Let's Connect (412) 436-3847
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $100
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, MastercardInsurance
- Aetna
- Highmark
- Optum
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
- University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC) Hea
- UPMC Just for You
Cruzilious (Cruzito) Contreras-Amezcua
LSW
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (412) 436-3847
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Pennsylvania / SW143792 Cruzilious Contreras-Amezcua
- In Practice for 2 years
- Attended University of Pittsburgh, Master of Social Work, Graduated 2024
- Certificate from Direct Practice Mental Health Certificate - University of Pittsburgh 2024
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Cruzilious (Cruzito) Contreras-Amezcua
LSW
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (412) 436-3847
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Adolescent/Teen Issues
- LGBTQ+
- Life Transitions
Expertise
- Anxiety
- Child
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Life Coaching
- Men's Issues
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
- Personality Disorders
- Racial Identity
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Stress
- Suicidal Ideation
- Teen Violence
- Transgender
- Trauma and PTSD
- Women's Issues
Cruzilious (Cruzito) Contreras-Amezcua
LSW
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (412) 436-3847
2 Endorsements
Part of Betancourt Counseling LLC
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Client Focus
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Group
Communities
Gay Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Single Parent ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Group
Communities
Gay Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Single Parent ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Coaching
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Culturally Sensitive
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Family Systems
- Multicultural
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Cruzilious (Cruzito) Contreras-Amezcua
LSW
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (412) 436-3847
Location
Group Practice
Betancourt Counseling LLC