Rhiannon Cruz , LPC

Rhiannon Cruz is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with ten years of experience working in outpatient and inpatient treatment settings as well as community-based programs, including one-on-one sessions. She holds an Arizona LPC - license number LPC-18789, which authorizes her to practice counseling in the state.

Her clinical toolkit includes Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, solution-focused approaches, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, strength-based methods, Person-Centered Therapy, and mindfulness techniques. This range of approaches allows her to tailor care to individuals facing anxiety, depression, trauma, anger concerns, and addiction, among other challenges.

Rhiannon values the unique story each person brings and understands that opening up about thoughts and emotions can feel difficult. She emphasizes validating emotions and helping people learn to identify and express their feelings in healthier ways. As a therapist she offers a steady, listening presence and supports clients who are ready to commit to the work of change.

She encourages openness and courage in the therapeutic process and partners with clients to set realistic goals and build practical skills. Rhiannon aims to create a collaborative space where growth is possible through consistent effort and applied strategies.

Evidence-Informed Approaches and Online Care with Rhiannon Cruz

Rhiannon Cruz integrates client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and mindfulness practices into her online work. Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and empathy - it helps people explore their own values and make choices that feel authentic. Cognitive behavioral therapy looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and offers practical tools to reduce anxiety, depression, and unhelpful patterns. Mindfulness therapy teaches simple attention and breathing practices to help manage stress and increase present-moment awareness.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey, and Rhiannon works collaboratively with each person to identify methods that fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She tailors interventions as progress unfolds so the plan stays relevant and effective.

Offering video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, Rhiannon provides flexible ways to engage in therapy. These formats make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, maintain continuity during transitions, and access support from different locations. Many licensed professionals use these options to increase reach and convenience while maintaining a consistent therapeutic relationship.