Lauren Cruz
Counselor, LCPC (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
2 Endorsed
Cockeysville, MD 21030
Let's Connect (410) 618-0689
Reaching out for help can seem intimidating, but it is the first step in doing something for you. Strength doesn’t come from what you can do, it comes from overcoming life’s challenges you once thought you couldn’t. Living with an eating disorder, anxiety or depression can feel overwhelming but you don’t have to tackle it alone. Therapy encourages open communication in order to bring awareness to your innermost thoughts and feelings.
I specialize in working with preteens, teens and adults who suffer from eating disorders and mood disorders. I work with a Cognitive Behavioral and Dialectical Behavioral Approach to help individuals accept and tolerate powerful emotions through mindfulness, acceptance, distress tolerance and emotional regulation.
In a society where expressing emotions can be difficult, therapy is where healing and growth begins. Your past experiences do not define you. Therapy is a safe space for you to share your vulnerabilities and conquer difficult challenges of life and relationships. We will have a 15-minute introductory phone call to establish if I am the right fit for you.
Call or Email Lauren Cruz now for a free 15 minute consultation - (410) 618-0689
Let's Connect (410) 618-0689
Finances
Fees
- Pay by American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Mastercard, Venmo, Visa
Insurance
- CareFirst
- Out of Network
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (410) 618-0689
Lauren Cruz
Counselor, LCPC
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Maryland / LC12707 Lauren Cruz
- In Practice for 7 Years
- License: Licensed School Counselor 2018
- Attended Johns Hopkins University , MS in Clinical Counseling , Graduated 2018
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (410) 618-0689
Lauren Cruz
Counselor, LCPC
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Eating Disorders
- Mood Disorders
- Anxiety
Expertise
- ADHD
- Behavioral Issues
- Bipolar Disorder
- Body Positivity
- Borderline Personality (BPD)
- Career Counseling
- Codependency
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Divorce
- Domestic Abuse
- Domestic Violence
- Dual Diagnosis
- Education and Learning Disabilities
- Emotional Disturbance
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Infertility
- Life Coaching
- Life Transitions
- Obesity
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
- Personality Disorders
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Self-Harming
- Sexual Abuse
- Sports Performance
- Stress
- Substance Use
- Suicidal Ideation
- Teen Violence
- Thinking Disorders
- Transgender
- Trauma and PTSD
- Weight Loss
- Women's Issues
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (410) 618-0689
Lauren Cruz
Counselor, LCPC
2 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Group
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Group
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Person-Centered
- Trauma Focused
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (410) 618-0689
Lauren Cruz
Counselor, LCPC
Groups
Adult Body Image Group
Please join us for an in person adult body image group for 6 weeks. Group Sessions: 5/1, 5/8, 5/22. 5/29,6/5, 6/12 This small and intimate group is suitable for adults who struggle with body image and self-esteem, compare themselves to others, have anxiety related to appearance and want to work on their relationship with food due to unhealthy patterns and behaviors. We will discuss factors that contribute to body image, discuss diet culture and learn how to begin body acceptance and appreciation.
Expertise
Anxiety
Eating Disorders
Types of Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Age
Adults
Session Cost
$70-$80
Group Meets
Every Wed 5:15 A.M. - 6:15 A.M.
Email Lauren Cruz about this group or call - (410) 618-0689
Location
Nearby Areas
Call for a free consultation now - (410) 618-0689
Lauren Cruz
Counselor, LCPC