“I was at very low point in life, struggling with a job and co-workers that I hated, regretting the decision to relocate, and generally feeling very unhappy with my career and life.  But thanks to my counseling sessions with Ana, I am in a much better place with a positive outlook for the future. I have learned about setting boundaries with myself and others, understanding the impact of expectations, and I am feeling positive about future career opportunities.  Ana has made me feel very comfortable throughout this process and it has become an integral part of my self-care. I would highly recommend Ana to anyone, and I have already recommended her to several friends that are struggling with their work-life balance. I’m very happy that I decided to give therapy a try and it has improved my overall well-being. 

Anonymous male – 1.1 therapy with Ana

“For 9 years I have needed to take medication to help me control my anxiety and the most difficult moments in my life. I always thought that I didn't need psychological support and that I could overcome my insecurities and unresolved issues on my own and I never stopped to analyze what was holding me back in life. Fortunately for me, life allowed me to meet the psychologist Ana Cruz and I never thought I would “grow up” so much at this stage of mine. The last year, due to sad health issues, her support was fundamental and life changing.Talking to Ana is like venting to someone who doesn't judge us and gives us the tools to analyze, question, relativize and prioritize impactful and important aspects of our lives.Today I can say that it was the best decision I made to be monitored weekly and that I feel changed for the better. And I can say that I am very proud of what I managed to overcome and of the courage I learned to have, to, step by step, “close my drawers”, with her support.Thank you Ana for the impact on my life. Thank you for everything you made me achieve so far.Without a doubt, I recommend Ana Cruz as an exceptional professional to everyone”

Anonymous female – 1.1 therapy with Ana      

Our family were coping well for the first few years following my husbands death, until we weren’t. He died in 2018 from Stage 4 renal cell carcinoma (kidney cancer). My daughter was 11 at the time of her dad’s death, after his 2 1/2 year battle. I was recommended Ana, my daughters counsellor, following COVID and thank goodness for her. During the isolation, lock downs and new way of living something triggered my daughters emotions and grief to come pouring out of her at an unfathomable rate. My daughter has been seeing Ana weekly, and when needed, more, for the past few years. Ana has been able to talk my daughter through her daily struggles of navigating being a teenager whilst dealing with grief, functioning in the world, being diagnosed and then medicated for anxiety and depression, the highs and lows of changing friendships and family dynamics, dealing with school and exams, self harm, sensory issues and more. My daughter’s sessions with Ana, which have included CBT and meditation, have been such a blessing and they come at the most needed times during her overwhelming and often over stimulating week. Ana has created a safe and comfortable space for my daughter, which allows her to talk openly and confidentially. Over the years they have met in person and via Google Meet. My daughter is comfortable with Ana’s care and support. Ana is extremely personable. I have regular parent check in sessions where Ana gets my perspective on how I see my daughters challenges and progress. Seeking my daughters approval, Ana is able to also give me perspective on my daughters progress and needs. I have recommended Ana to many friends for their children, as I cannot recommend her more highly. Ana’s background working in schools really allows her to understand my daughters day to day and various pinch points in her year. The difference Ana makes to my daughters week is like a breath of fresh air. Her strategies have made such a difference to my daughter and in-turn our family, we are forever grateful.”

Anonymous mother and 16 year old daughter.