Ashley Cruz, LMFT
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through Octave
At a glance
Ashley is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, Octave.
- Great news, Ashley is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California
More about Ashley
- 10 years' experience
- Female
- LMFT
I'm so glad to meet you, and looking forward to getting to know more about you! I have extensive experience working with children, families, and currently, adults reintegrating back into community life after graduating from the County level of care. My therapeutic approach comes from a place of safety and wellness. I empower those I work with in developing their own goals in their wellness journey while I scaffold and guide them in strategies that would be helpful in meeting their personalized plan. I appreciate the first steps you're taking in prioritizing your mental health and look forward to learning more about how therapy can best help support you.
Personally speaking, I enjoy self-care strategies of spending time with my family and surrounding myself with my dogs and cats. I also enjoy cooking, traveling to beautiful beaches, and going on local hikes.
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Harm Reduction
- Motivational Interviewing
- Relational
- Solution-Focused
- Strengths-Based
Licenses
Ashley Cruz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1649585993.
- LMFT · California · 89888 · Renews August 2027
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 Ashley Cruz offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Ashley Cruz 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 Ashley Cruz speak?
Ashley Cruz speaks English.
How many years of experience does Ashley Cruz have?
Ashley Cruz has 10 years of experience.
Where is Ashley Cruz licensed to practice?
Ashley Cruz is licensed to practice in California.
Does Ashley Cruz accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Ashley Cruz 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 Ashley Cruz offer?
Ashley Cruz offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Attachment-Based Therapy.
How can I communicate with Ashley Cruz?
Ashley Cruz 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 Ashley Cruz?
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.