Business Details
Cruz-Ortega Luis G PHD in Columbus, Ohio
We are dedicated mental health professionals committed to helping individuals and couples achieve personal growth and emotional well-being. With decades of combined experience, our team provides evidence-based counseling and psychological services tailored to address depression, anxiety, life transitions, and relationship challenges. Our practice emphasizes culturally sensitive care, offering bilingual services in English and Spanish to support diverse client needs. We maintain affiliations with major healthcare networks like OhioHealth Clinically Integrated Network, ensuring accessible care for clients with various insurance plans.Our telehealth services extend our reach to residents across Ohio, Florida, and PSYPACT-participating states, while our Columbus office provides a welcoming environment for in-person sessions. We prioritize client confidentiality, ethical practice, and personalized treatment plans that respect individual goals and circumstances.
Services
Individual counseling
Couples therapy
Telehealth services
Career planning
Stress management
Grief counseling
Life transitions support
Cultural psychology
Trauma therapy
Psychological assessment
Highlights and features
- We offer bilingual (English/Spanish) counseling services for diverse populations
- Our clinicians maintain PSYPACT credentials for multi-state telehealth practice
- Specialized expertise in cultural psychology and human diversity issues
- Affiliated with OhioHealth Clinically Integrated Network for coordinated care
- Personalized treatment plans combining evidence-based approaches with client-centered care
Services
Individual counseling
Tailored mental health counseling for adults addressing depression, anxiety, and life challenges. Our therapists create personalized treatment plans using evidence-based approaches to help clients achieve emotional well-being and personal growth. Sessions focus on improving self-awareness, developing coping strategies, and building resilience through weekly 50-minute appointments.
Couples therapy
Specialized counseling for romantic partners seeking to improve communication and resolve conflicts. This service helps couples navigate relationship challenges through structured therapy sessions that promote mutual understanding and collaborative problem-solving. Our clinicians address issues like trust building, conflict resolution, and enhancing emotional intimacy.
Telehealth services
Secure virtual counseling sessions available across multiple states. Our telehealth platform provides accessible mental health care through encrypted video calls, maintaining the same quality standards as in-person sessions. This service accommodates clients' schedules while ensuring continuity of care regardless of geographic location.
Cultural psychology
Specialized services addressing ethnic identity development and acculturation challenges. Our clinicians provide culturally sensitive care that acknowledges diverse backgrounds, helping clients navigate issues related to racial identity, immigration experiences, and LGBTQ+ concerns through an inclusive therapeutic approach.
Career planning
Guidance for career-related decision-making and workplace challenges. This service combines psychological insights with practical strategies to help clients achieve career goals, manage work-life balance, and navigate professional transitions through structured counseling sessions focused on personal strengths and aspirations.
People
Luis G. Cruz-Ortega
Counseling Psychologist
Licensed psychologist with expertise in cultural psychology and telehealth services. Specializes in treating anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Provides individual therapy in Columbus, Ohio, and virtual sessions across multiple states.
Vanessa Vargas
Professional Clinical Counselor
Bilingual (English/Spanish) therapist offering individual and couples counseling. Specializes in trauma therapy, stress management, and women's issues. Provides in-person sessions in Columbus and online therapy for Ohio residents.
Questions
What mental health services do you offer?
We provide individual counseling, couples therapy, and telehealth services for depression, anxiety, life transitions, and relationship issues. Specialized services include cultural psychology and career planning.
Do you accept health insurance?
Yes, we're in-network providers for Aetna, Cigna, Humana, Medical Mutual of Ohio, OhioHealthy, and OSU Health Plans. We also accept out-of-network benefits from other insurance providers.
What are your session fees?
Individual sessions cost $185 and couples/family sessions are $220. Payment is due at the time of service through our secure client portal, PayPal, or Venmo.
How can I schedule an appointment?
Request a free 15-minute introductory meeting through our secure online form. We'll discuss your needs and schedule your first session if we're a good fit.
Are telehealth sessions available?
Yes, we offer secure video therapy sessions for Ohio residents and clients in PSYPACT-participating states. Virtual appointments provide the same quality care as in-person visits.
What is your cancellation policy?
Missed appointments or cancellations within 48 hours incur a $150 fee. We require advance notice to reschedule appointments to maintain quality care for all clients.
