Joyful Alegria Therapy
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
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Let's Connect (312) 667-2931
Maybe you’re “high-functioning” in daily life but feel emotionally stuck inside. Or you and your partner seem “fine” on the surface, but keep running into the same conflicts or communication issues. Maybe you're a concerned parent who wants to support your child but struggles with your own emotional triggers. You’re not alone, and you’re in good company. Healing isn’t just about surviving; it’s about rediscovering joy. Our culturally-responsive, bilingual practice supports clients to understand how early experiences shape current patterns. Resolving past wounds can help you reclaim the freedom and connection you’ve been seeking.
Our practice offers a safe, culturally-sensitive space for healing. What sets us apart is our ability to go deeper, faster. Our therapists don’t just “talk in circles” about the problem. We engage in trauma-focused modalities like EMDR and attachment-based therapy to uncover root causes, provide context, and guide clients toward making meaningful changes.
At Joyful Alegria Therapy, we offer a welcoming space grounded in compassion and hope. Clients often say therapy here feels different—they feel seen and witnessed with caring intention. Our bilingual team provides support in English and Spanish. If you're ready to resolve emotional wounds, build connection, and embody more self-worth, we’d love to connect.
Call or Email Joyful Alegria Therapy now for a free 15 minute consultation - (312) 667-2931
Let's Connect (312) 667-2931
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $200
- Couple Sessions $200
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Aetna
- Anthem
- Blue Cross
- Blue Shield
- Cigna and Evernorth
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
- Out of Network
Joyful Alegria Therapy
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (312) 667-2931
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Expired Licensed by State of Indiana / 39005278A Yolanda Cruz
Licensed Mental Health Counselor: Yolanda Cruz
Joyful Alegria Therapy
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (312) 667-2931
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Family Conflict
- Trauma and PTSD
- Parenting
Expertise
- Anger Management
- Anxiety
- Behavioral Issues
- Child
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Domestic Violence
- Emotional Disturbance
- Marital and Premarital
- Men's Issues
- Peer Relationships
- Racial Identity
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Stress
- Women's Issues
Joyful Alegria Therapy
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (312) 667-2931
Client Focus
Age
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Ethnicity
Hispanic and Latino
I also speak
Spanish
Age
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Ethnicity
Hispanic and Latino
I also speak
Spanish
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Attachment-based
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Compassion Focused
- EMDR
- Family / Marital
- Integrative
- Trauma Focused
Joyful Alegria Therapy
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (312) 667-2931
Location
Nearby Areas
Joyful Alegria Therapy
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Call for a free consultation now - (312) 667-2931