Therapist profile
Dr. Anna Cruz, PA Psychologist PS019164
Pennsylvania
Psychologist - Anger and Stress
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- CredentialsPA Psychologist PS019164
- LicensePsychologist, Pennsylvania / PS019164
- NPI1174138150
- Experience7 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationPennsylvania
About
About Anna
Dr. Anna Cruz is a Pennsylvania Psychologist (PA Psychologist PS019164) with seven years of clinical experience. She helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, anger, grief, relationship struggles, parenting pressures, and life changes. Sessions are conducted in English and she practices in Pennsylvania.
Her work often focuses on practical problems that affect day-to-day life. She helps people manage concentration and focus concerns often described with ADHD, and she supports those facing family conflict and parenting strain. She also addresses trauma and abuse, self-esteem difficulties, and issues that affect women and caregivers.
In sessions she keeps the conversation straightforward and goal-focused. She listens to what matters most, then shapes a plan together with the client. That plan usually mixes talking through patterns, learning specific strategies, and trying new behaviors between sessions.
Her approach is problem-oriented and skills based. Clients can expect clear explanations of techniques and simple steps to practice. She aims to make the work manageable so it can fit into a busy life.
Clients ready to start are asked to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule an initial session. The first meetings typically clarify immediate concerns and establish practical next steps for moving forward.
How sessions work
How evidence-based methods translate to online work
Dr. Cruz uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical skills and behavior change. One common technique helps people notice unhelpful thinking patterns and practice more balanced ways of thinking; this supports anxiety, anger, and mood concerns. Another approach teaches concrete behavior strategies such as pacing reactions, relaxation skills, and small exposure exercises to reduce reactivity and build tolerance for difficult feelings.Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the collaboration. She will review your goals and preferences, explain options in plain terms, and adjust the plan as you try different strategies together. The focus is on methods that produce clear, usable steps rather than abstract theory.
Because the original biography does not list specific session formats, confirm the available options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Some people prefer video for face-to-face interaction, while phone sessions can be simpler and use less bandwidth. Discussing which format will work best is part of the initial planning so sessions can fit into daily life.
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Experience
7+ years
Listed in
Pennsylvania
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, anger, grief, relationship and parenting concerns, plus attention and focus difficulties.
What is her therapeutic style like?
She uses a practical, skills-based approach that focuses on clear steps and strategies to manage everyday problems.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has seven years of professional experience as a practicing psychologist in clinical settings.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She is a Pennsylvania Psychologist, listed as PA Psychologist PS019164, and she practices in Pennsylvania.
Does she offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. She does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If anyone is unsafe, use the crisis numbers.