Hi! I'm Laura

I’m Laura Cruz, a Licensed Professional Counselor and the founder of Inside Couples. For over 13 years, I’ve helped individuals and couples work through conflict, emotional distance, intimacy concerns, betrayal, and the uncertainty that comes with relationship changes.

You may care deeply about each other and still find yourselves having the same argument, struggling to feel heard, or wondering how you became so disconnected. I believe relationships can change, even when the hurt feels overwhelming or you’ve struggled for a long time. Feeling stuck doesn’t mean you’ve reached the end. With support and a willingness to work together, couples can repair trust, reconnect, and build a relationship that feels better for both partners.

My style is warm, direct, and collaborative. I’ll listen closely, ask thoughtful questions, and help you have conversations that may feel difficult to navigate on your own. Our work has a clear structure: we identify your goals, understand your relationship’s strengths and challenges, and build practical skills you can use between sessions. We regularly revisit your progress so therapy stays focused on meaningful changes in your everyday life.

I bring advanced training in the Gottman Method, including Level 3, along with training in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and Relational Life Therapy (RLT). I’m committed to continued learning and thoughtful, ethical care, tailoring my approach to your relationship.

Outside the therapy room, I’m a wife and a mother of two daughters. Family life reminds me how much intention it takes to make room for connection amid responsibilities, different needs, and busy days.

I offer therapy in English and Spanish and welcome couples from diverse backgrounds. You don’t need to arrive knowing how to fix everything. We’ll start where you are, make space for what’s difficult, and work toward better communication, healing, and renewed hope for your relationship.