- Anxiety and stress
- Relationship issues
- Mindfulness and ACT
About Natalie
Natalie Cruz is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in New York with five years of practice. She works with people facing anxiety, stress, depression, relationship difficulties, mood disorders, and ADHD. Natalie also helps with social anxiety, self-worth, communication struggles, and identity questions.
She uses a person-centered, collaborative style. Sessions focus on talking through current problems, building practical coping skills, and trying out new ways of handling difficult moments. Natalie draws on several evidence-informed approaches to shape each session around what feels useful for the client.
Natalie pays attention to cultural background and LGBTQ+ experience. She aims to respect each person’s values and life story while addressing immediate concerns like isolation, grief, or workplace stress. She also supports people dealing with attachment issues and caregiving strain.
Her work often involves clear skill practice. That can mean learning strategies for managing anxiety, experimenting with communication techniques, or using mindfulness to notice difficult thoughts without reacting. Sessions are paced by the client and focused on concrete steps between appointments.
People meet Natalie to get straightforward help with daily functioning and relationships. She supports coping with life changes such as divorce, loss, or transitions related to aging. The tone of sessions is collaborative and practical, aimed at increasing the client’s ability to manage stress and move forward.
How Natalie uses therapy approaches online
Natalie commonly uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in her work. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and commit to actions that reflect their values, which can reduce the hold of anxiety and avoidance. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) teaches practical tools to identify and shift thought patterns and behaviors that keep stress and mood problems active.Finding the right approach is part of the process. Natalie will work collaboratively to choose which methods to try based on your goals, preferences, and what feels most helpful as you meet. She adjusts techniques over time so sessions remain practical and focused on everyday functioning.
Session format options are not specified in the biography, so confirm current online session choices before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy day, reduce travel time, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and support steady practice of skills between sessions. Licensed professionals, including Natalie, can adapt ACT and CBT exercises to work well in remote sessions and help clients apply new skills where they live and work.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
5+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she address?
She works with anxiety, stress, depression, relationship challenges, bipolar mood concerns, and ADHD, plus related topics such as social anxiety and communication problems.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her approach is collaborative and person-centered, focusing on talking through problems and practicing practical coping skills between sessions.
How much experience does she have?
She has five years of clinical experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker.
Where is she licensed and based?
She holds an NY LCSW and practices in New York.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work with her?
Click the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.