Tony Ruiz

You might be reading this because your life today no longer fits. Maybe small decisions are becoming impossible to make, or you're starting to wonder if the important ones were made for you instead of by you. Maybe you're spinning in place as thoughts and feelings consume you out of nowhere, making it hard to feel good or truly connect. Maybe you’ve been holding something heavy that you’re ready to set down if only you knew how and who to trust it with. Whether you’re burdened by painful memories or lost in the messier parts of your story, therapy can help you slow down and connect with the inner wisdom present in all of us.

I help people who feel lost find freedom past the chaos in and around them. We’ll make room for the unspoken to emerge safely without judgment. I’ll stay with you as you discover new dimensions of self-knowledge and expression, so life can feel less like something to survive and more like something you can meet with clarity, connection, and joy.

Authenticity helps us heal, which is why I work candidly and collaboratively, always at a pace that honors where you’re starting from. My own identities and a background in research have taught me to meet everyone with a beginner’s mind, centering unique experiences over preconceptions. I work in English and Spanish. If this resonates, please reach out.

Call or Email Tony Ruiz now for a free 15 minute consultation - (646) 687-2381

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

New York, NY 10007

Brooklyn, NY 11249

I'm available for in person and virtual sessions. Our offices are conveniently located in Lower Manhattan and Williamsburg.

I specialize in Relationship Issues, Self Esteem and LGBTQ+

I accept insurance

I see individuals and couples

Let's Connect (646) 687-2381

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

New York, NY 10007

Brooklyn, NY 11249

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW

I'm available for in person and virtual sessions. Our offices are conveniently located in Lower Manhattan and Williamsburg.

I specialize in Relationship Issues, Self Esteem and LGBTQ+

I accept insurance

I see individuals and couples

Finances

Payment Methods

American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Venmo, Visa, Zelle

Insurance

Aetna
Anthem
Blue Cross
Blue Shield
BlueCross and BlueShield
BlueShield of Northeastern New York
Cigna and Evernorth
EmblemHealth
Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
Excellus BlueCross BlueShield
Highmark BCBS of Western New York
Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield
NYSHIP | NY State Empire Plan
Optum
Oxford
UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
Wellfleet
Out of Network

I offer out-of-network benefits for all insurances including those listed. I'm here to walk you through the process and help ensure you get reimbursed.

Tony Ruiz

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (646) 687-2381

I offer out-of-network benefits for all insurances including those listed. I'm here to walk you through the process and help ensure you get reimbursed.

Tony Ruiz

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (646) 687-2381

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of New York / 125142-01 Tony Lazaro Ruiz

Education and Years In Practice

Attended New York University, MSW

Additional Credentials

License: New Jersey Board of Social Work Examiners 44SL07399900 / 2025

In addition to being a psychotherapist, I'm a student of Vipassana and other Buddhist traditions, which help me recharge and stay solidly present for clients. My many years working as a researcher trained me to assume nothing and helps me relate to the stresses of non-clinical office workplaces.

Tony Ruiz

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (646) 687-2381

Tony Ruiz

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (646) 687-2381

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Relationship Issues
Self Esteem
LGBTQ+

Expertise

Anger Management
Anxiety
Body Image
Codependency
Depression
Divorce
Family Conflict
Grief
Infidelity
Internet Addiction
Men's Issues
Parenting
Peer Relationships
Polyamory & ENM
Racial Identity
Sex-Positive & Kink Friendly
Spirituality
Stress
Transgender
Trauma and PTSD
Veterans
Women's Issues

There's no issue too big or too small to be deserving of my sensitive listening and gentle curiosity. I've been especially effective with clients who are extra hard on themselves or others. They say things like, "I second-guess too much" or "I get nervous when I shouldn't." Others say, "I'm easily irritated" or "I want to let go of things." I can help you find inner wisdom, security, and freedom.

Tony Ruiz

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (646) 687-2381

Tony Ruiz

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (646) 687-2381

8 Endorsements

Michael Lowney

Tony is a highly skilled and knowledgable therapist who has the ability create the kind of safe and empathetic space that encourages deep sharing and vulnerability. His work consistently results in exceptional growth and healing. I highly recommend Tony!

Jeremy Oziel

Tony has a gift for demystifying therapy. He breaks down complex ideas with warmth, clarity, and insight. He uses anecdotes and analogies to make the work feel approachable and grounded. I'd recommend Tony to any client looking for a thoughtful therapist.

Daniela Krausz

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Tony's genuine, collaborative approach honors every story with compassion, helping clients find clarity and freedom while feeling truly seen, accepted, and supported. He is a highly skilled therapist who I can't recommend enough.

Avi Klein

Tymberly Canale

Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW, MFA

Tony is a thoughtful and thorough clinician who shows deep care and empathy for his clients. He uses his wisdom and integrity to support clients with creating meaningful change in their lives.

Erica Schwartzberg

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW

Tony brings presence, insight, and genuine care into his work, helping clients feel safe while also guiding them toward meaningful growth. As a colleague, I've seen how thoughtful, grounded, and and intuitive he is in every interaction.

Maya Abouhamad

Tony has an ability to make his clients feel genuinely seen and never judged, creating a contained, trusting space. He helps clients reconnect with themselves and move through life with greater clarity, confidence, and ease.

Samantha Lockhart

Working with Tony has been both a pleasure and a privilege. He brings warmth, integrity, and deep clinical skill to everything he does. His clients benefit not only from his expertise, but from his authentic compassion and dedication to growth.

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

HIV / AIDS Allied ,

Immuno-disorders ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Sex Worker Allied ,

Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Black and African American ,

Hispanic and Latino

I also speak

Spanish

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

HIV / AIDS Allied ,

Immuno-disorders ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Sex Worker Allied ,

Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Black and African American ,

Hispanic and Latino

I also speak

Spanish

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

AEDP
Attachment-based
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Culturally Sensitive
EMDR
Emotionally Focused
Experiential Therapy
Family / Marital
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Multicultural
Psychoanalytic
Psychodynamic
Relational
Somatic
Trauma Focused

I draw from psychodynamic, relational, and body-mind approaches to create an experience tailored to your specific needs. Because I've experienced the healing power of authenticity, I work candidly and collaboratively, always at a pace that adapts with you. We'll check-in with one another often, especially in our first few sessions, to ensure that we're on track for the changes you seek.

Tony Ruiz

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (646) 687-2381

Tony Ruiz

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (646) 687-2381

Location

Primary Location

New York, NY 10007

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Additional Location

Brooklyn, NY 11249