Maximiliano Ruiz, LMFT
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through Octave
At a glance
Maximiliano is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, Octave.
- Great news, Maximiliano is accepting new clients!
- He is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks Spanish
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California
More about Maximiliano
- 17 years' experience
- Male
- LMFT
Although collaboration tends to be the best way to work in treatment, I know when to take the lead and take on a more directive role if the patient's situation calls for it. My approach to treatment is to assist patients to find their own strengths, skills, and accomplishments and use those strengths and skills to get themselves through their current challenges. I am very passionate about helping people get well. I strongly believe that all people have the ability, and deserve to, be well and happy. I also know through my work in this field, and through personal experience, that all of us as human beings will find ourselves stuck at various points in our lives and that's when we need some support and encouragement.
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
- Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy (ERP or EXRP)
- Harm Reduction
- Interpersonal Psychotherapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused
Licenses
Maximiliano Ruiz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1346377298.
- LMFT · California · 51978 · Renews February 2026
About online therapy
- Affordable.
- Get high-quality therapy without the high price. Clients pay an average of $28 per session with in-network insurance.
- Convenient.
- Schedule sessions that fit your life, not the other way around.
- Available now.
- No long waitlists. Get matched with a licensed therapist and start therapy as soon as your benefits are confirmed.
Octave makes evidence-based therapy easier to access and easier to afford. Whether you're seeking support for anxiety, depression, stress, relationships, or life transitions, Octave connects you to thoroughly vetted therapists that can meet on your schedule, take insurance, and care about helping you find clarity.
It works: 74% of Octave clients see meaningful improvement with their depression and anxiety symptoms in three months, and outcomes consistently exceed national averages.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Maximiliano Ruiz offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Maximiliano Ruiz works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Maximiliano Ruiz speak?
Maximiliano Ruiz speaks Spanish.
How many years of experience does Maximiliano Ruiz have?
Maximiliano Ruiz has 17 years of experience.
Where is Maximiliano Ruiz licensed to practice?
Maximiliano Ruiz is licensed to practice in California.
Does Maximiliano Ruiz accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Maximiliano Ruiz does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of [a major teletherapy service] experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Maximiliano Ruiz offer?
Maximiliano Ruiz offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing.
How can I communicate with Maximiliano Ruiz?
Maximiliano Ruiz can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Maximiliano Ruiz?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.
And recovery is possible.
When you tap BOOK NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to Octave's website to start your therapy journey. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.