Roberto Cruz, LCSW

Licensed in Virginia · 5 years in practice

Roberto Cruz is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, and addictions.

License and registration

LCSW, Virginia: 0904016645 · expires June 2026
NPI: 1003480898 · national provider identifier
Years in practice: 5
Languages: English

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About Roberto

Roberto Cruz is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, and addictions. He focuses on clear, practical steps and a balance of compassion and direct feedback to help clients move forward.

He holds a Master of Social Work from the University of Pittsburgh and a Bachelor of Social Work from the University of the District of Columbia. Roberto is licensed to practice in Virginia as an LCSW and has five years of clinical experience.

Background and approach

Roberto uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help clients notice how thoughts, feelings, and actions connect. He works to replace unhelpful patterns with concrete coping strategies that fit daily life. Sessions mix reflection with hands-on exercises so people leave with tools they can use right away.

Communication is straightforward but warm. Roberto says honest feedback can be an important part of change, paired with listening and empathy. He encourages collaboration - clients set the goals and he helps identify steps to reach them.

Common concerns he addresses include LGBT issues, guilt and shame, isolation and loneliness, and communication problems. Roberto aims to create a non-judgmental space where difficult topics can be named and practical plans developed.

Focus areas and approaches

Everything Roberto lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Online support

Evidence-based approaches and online flexibility

Roberto commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and trying small behavioral changes that reduce stress and improve mood.

He also incorporates practical skill-building approaches that teach coping strategies for cravings, anxiety, or flashbacks after trauma. These techniques emphasize short exercises and tools clients can practice between sessions to manage urges and regulate emotions.

Choosing the right approach is a shared process. The therapist will work with each person to match methods to their goals and preferences, adjusting as progress is seen. Clients help set goals and decide which tools feel most useful in daily life.

Online therapy offers several practical benefits. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation while staying in familiar surroundings. Phone sessions can be a good choice when bandwidth is limited or when a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and text-based messaging let people send updates or use brief coaching between sessions for ongoing support and flexibility.

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Questions people ask

What kinds of concerns does Roberto help with?

He helps people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and addictions, along with related issues like guilt, shame, isolation, communication problems, and LGBT concerns.

How would you describe his therapeutic style?

His style combines compassion with direct feedback and practical skill-building. Sessions blend listening and reflection with actionable steps clients can apply between meetings.

What is his professional background?

Roberto holds a Master of Social Work from the University of Pittsburgh and a Bachelor of Social Work from the University of the District of Columbia, with five years of clinical experience.

Where is he licensed and based?

He is licensed as an LCSW in Virginia and practices with that credential in the state.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

What session formats are available?

Therapy is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different needs and schedules.

How do fees and payment work?

Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with him?

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