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About
I am a bilingual Spanish-speaking licensed psychologist who uses evidence-based approaches working with children, teens, and young adults. I utilize cognitive-behavioral (CBT), interpersonal psychotherapy for adolescents (IPT-A), and trauma-focused cognitive-behavioral therapy (TF-CBT) to develop collaborative relationships and reach my clients' goals. I specialize in providing a culturally sensitive approach to treating anxiety, depression, and stress/trauma. I have specialized training in treating chronically ill youth by providing support with new diagnosis, adjustment to treatment, and managing health behaviors.
I have a passion for working with children, adolescents and young adults who have experienced stress and trauma. I work from a culturally-sensitive, collaborative and empathetic treatment approach to support my client's goals and healing journey. I am also part of the GALAP directory and provide access to letters for gender affirming access to medical care.
I work at Compass Therapy, a small private practice located in Newport Beach. Compass Therapy is a group of mental health professionals specializing in providing high quality, evidence-based, compassionate care who work collaboratively to meet your needs. Visit our website or give us a call to find out more (www.compass-therapy.com).
Call or Email Sarah Ruiz for a free 15 minute consultation now - (714) 410-5559
Finances
- Session Fee: $250 per session
Pay By:
Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa
I ask that clients pay up front for services and then generate Superbills (bills designed to be submitted to insurance for reimbursement).
Email me or call (714) 410-5559 with questions.
Qualifications
- Years in Practice: 4 Years
- License: California / PSY32127
- School: University of Minnesota
- Year Graduated: 2019
Additional Credentials
- Certificate: Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Certificate Date: 2022
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Specialties
- Child
- Chronic Illness
- Trauma and PTSD
Issues
- Anxiety
- Chronic Pain
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Grief
- School Issues
- Sleep or Insomnia
- Stress
- Suicidal Ideation
Mental Health
- Mood Disorders
Client Focus
I also speak:
Spanish
Age
- Teen
- Preteen
- Children (6 to 10)
Communities
- Cancer
- Non-Binary Allied
- Queer Allied
- Racial Justice Allied
- Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Culturally Sensitive
- Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
- Interpersonal
- Trauma Focused
Modality
- Individuals
Last Modified: 30 Nov 2022
(714) 410-5559