Veronica Cruz-Martinez, LMFT
Trauma-informed Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
- Trauma and abuse support
- LGBTQIA+ affirming care
- Crisis and safety planning
About Veronica Cruz-Martinez
Veronica Cruz-Martinez is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with 10 years of clinical experience who works with people across a wide range of concerns, including trauma, anxiety, depression, parenting challenges, relationship and family difficulties, grief, addictions, and issues related to intimacy and self-esteem. She brings focused experience supporting LGBTQIA+ clients as well as children and adults with a history of trauma and those struggling with suicidal ideation or self-harm. LMFT stands for Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and indicates training in relational and systemic approaches to mental health.
For much of her recent practice Veronica has worked as a crisis counselor and clinician, regularly supporting people through high-intensity situations. She is experienced in rapid assessment of safety and risk, in making determinations about the need for psychiatric hospitalization, and in developing individualized safety plans. She has connected clients with appropriate community supports and referrals and aims to build plans that clients feel able to use if crisis recurs.
Her approach emphasizes treating the mind, body, and soul and supporting clients to discover and strengthen practical coping skills. Veronica draws on evidence-informed techniques while remaining open to complementary strategies such as meditation, movement, and other self-soothing practices some clients find helpful. She works within her professional limits, offers referrals when additional supports are needed, and focuses on trauma-informed care delivered with empathy and respect.
For much of her recent practice Veronica has worked as a crisis counselor and clinician, regularly supporting people through high-intensity situations. She is experienced in rapid assessment of safety and risk, in making determinations about the need for psychiatric hospitalization, and in developing individualized safety plans. She has connected clients with appropriate community supports and referrals and aims to build plans that clients feel able to use if crisis recurs.
Her approach emphasizes treating the mind, body, and soul and supporting clients to discover and strengthen practical coping skills. Veronica draws on evidence-informed techniques while remaining open to complementary strategies such as meditation, movement, and other self-soothing practices some clients find helpful. She works within her professional limits, offers referrals when additional supports are needed, and focuses on trauma-informed care delivered with empathy and respect.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesBlended family issuesCancerCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityJealousyMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPrejudice and discriminationSelf-harmSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Veronica Cruz-Martinez have?
Veronica Cruz-Martinez has 10 years of experience.
Is Veronica Cruz-Martinez a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LMFT credential. License details are OR LMFT T2273 and CA LMFT 123817.
In which languages does Veronica Cruz-Martinez provide therapy?
Veronica provides therapy in English.
Where is Veronica Cruz-Martinez located?
Veronica is located in New Jersey.
How can I work with Veronica Cruz-Martinez as my therapist?
You can work with Veronica Cruz-Martinez through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Veronica Cruz-Martinez work with international clients?
Veronica Cruz-Martinez does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Veronica Cruz-Martinez cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic approaches and how they work online
Veronica integrates client-centered therapy into her online practice, which focuses on creating a respectful, nonjudgmental space where the client leads the pace and goals of work while the therapist offers empathy and support. This approach helps with issues related to identity, relationships, and self-esteem by prioritizing the client’s own experience and values.
She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients identify and shift unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors. CBT is practical and skills-focused, and it can be especially useful for managing anxiety, depression, and stress by teaching concrete coping strategies and problem-solving techniques.
Mindfulness therapy is another component of her work, encouraging present-moment awareness and simple practices that reduce reactivity to stressful thoughts and emotions. Mindfulness tools can support emotional regulation and increase resilience during challenging life transitions.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Veronica works with each person to assess needs, goals, and personal preferences and will adapt or combine methods to best support progress. Licensed professionals and therapists can tailor pacing and techniques so clients feel comfortable with the plan.
Online therapy offers practical benefits for clients who prefer remote care - sessions can be scheduled as video calls, phone appointments, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to access consistent support amid busy schedules, caregiving responsibilities, or mobility limits. These options increase flexibility and help maintain continuity of care when in-person meetings are difficult.
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