Cristine Ruiz

Therapist

Approach to Therapy

She believes in building collaborative relationships that support individuals towards self-love, self-actualization, and growth. She is passionate about the mind-body connection and supporting healthy habits and daily routines.

Experience

Cristine is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist License # 117956. She received her Master in Marriage and Family Therapy at Alliant International University, and a Bachelors in Psychology at the University of California, Santa Cruz. Cristine has experience with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Narrative Therapy, Complex-Trauma, Self-Esteem, Mindfulness, Yoga, and more.

Specialties

Anxiety, Compassion Fatigue, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Relationship Challenges, Self Esteem and Confidence, Trauma and Abuse

Hobbies and Interests

In her free time, Cristine enjoys yoga, reading, hiking, and playing with her little dog Thomas and cat Luna.

"We cannot change anything until we accept it. Condemnation does not liberate it oppresses. – Carl Jung"

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

Hispanic/Latinx, White

Language

English

Licensed in

California

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