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Grant Cruz

Grant Cruz

Therapist · New York

Calm, practical support for stress and life change

  • Stress and anxiety
  • Grief and trauma
  • Career concerns

About Grant

Grant Cruz is a New York licensed mental health counselor with 17 years of practice. He helps people who are feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, trauma and work-related problems. He speaks English and Spanish and aims to make starting therapy feel straightforward and humane.

Grant creates a calm, nonjudgmental space where people can talk through hard feelings. He encourages practical steps you can try between sessions. He frames therapy as a partnership where small changes can add up over time.

His background includes long-term clinical work supporting people through loss, trauma, and confidence challenges. He also brings experience addressing career concerns and motivation when work or life transitions feel stuck. That mix helps when emotional strain and everyday responsibilities overlap.

Sessions focus on clear goals and realistic coping strategies. Grant listens for patterns that keep problems cycling and helps people test new behaviors that reduce stress and build resilience. He aims to be direct but compassionate in offering feedback and options.

People who reach out can expect straightforward language and practical suggestions tailored to their situation. The emphasis is on what helps in day-to-day life - handling tough emotions, managing anxious moments, and finding a steadier path forward.

How evidence-based approaches translate to online support

Grant uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on understanding patterns and practicing new responses. One common approach helps people learn skills to manage anxiety and stress by breaking worries into smaller, manageable steps and rehearsing responses in session. Another method focuses on processing grief and trauma by naming emotions, tracking triggers, and trying gradual ways to face difficult memories so they have less hold over daily life.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with each person about what feels most useful and try methods that fit their goals and comfort level. This is a collaborative process where the client’s needs and preferences guide which techniques are tried and adjusted over time.

Confirm session formats before booking so you know what is available. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also let people connect from a quieter spot or avoid camera use if that helps them engage. Ask about current session options when you start the matching process to see what will work best for your routine.

Areas of focus

Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseGriefSelf esteemCareer difficulties
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Frequently asked questions

What issues does Grant often help with?

He works with people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self-esteem struggles, and career challenges.

What is his therapeutic style like?

His style is practical and collaborative, offering a calm, nonjudgmental space and concrete steps to try between sessions.

How long has he been practicing?

He has 17 years of professional work experience supporting people with emotional and life challenges.

Where is he licensed and based?

He is a New York licensed mental health counselor with the credential LMHC and practices in New York.

Which languages are used in sessions?

Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.

Can people outside the US work with him?

He does not accept international clients at this time.

How are sessions billed?

Cost varies by location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with him?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.

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