Meet Dr. Katrina Cruz
My Background
With over 15 years of experience combined in the fields of psychology, counseling, coaching and education, I have developed a unique approach to Life Coaching that combines evidence-based practices with a client-centered focus. I hold current licensure in the states of North Carolina and Ohio for the following designations: Superintendent, Principal
(K-12), and School Counselor (K-12). Additionally, I am a Board Certified Coach. Educationally, I hold a Doctorate and Education Specialist degrees in Educational Leadership from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; a Masters of Arts degree in Counselor Education from the University of Toledo (OH), and a Bachelors of Arts degree in Psychology from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. Professionally, I have successfully served as a high school principial, assistant principal, a school counselor at all three academic levels, a program manager in central office, as well as a trauma based professional and life coach.
My Approach
I believe that every individual has the potential to live a fulfilling and purposeful life. My approach is centered around helping my clients cultivate self-awareness, identify their values and goals, and create actionable steps towards achieving them. I am committed to providing a safe and non-judgmental space for my clients to explore their inner world and work towards their desired outcomes. Life coaching can tackle a multitude of areas. Clients work with Dr. Cruz to address issues with relationships, career exploration, issues in school, stress, organization, spirituality, self-concept, team building and many more areas of concern. My goal is to provide support, clarity, collaboration and leadership to our members with a focus on relationship building, equitable access to community resources, and personal and professional success. My professional charge is to heighten awareness, boosts self-esteem, and advance one's confidence and ability to make sustainable changes in their life. Together, we will assess areas of growth, craft a personalized response plan, identify strategies for change, and evaluate tracked data to measure your growth and celebrate your success. Our members are seen as the ultimate expert in their care. It is their ideas, comfort, feelings, and experiences that guide the work of coaching.
My Services
I offer a range of coaching services, including one-on-one coaching sessions, group and corporate coaching, along with workshops, and retreats. My areas of expertise include stress management, work/school-life balance, school/career transitions, relationship building, conflict management, effective communication and personal growth through social and emotional learning for youth and adults. In addition to coaching, I provide families with Exceptional Children (EC) consultation and advocacy regarding students with special needs referral, testing, placement, response services, and assistance or representation in IEP (Individual Education Plan), manifestation, BIP (Behavior Intervention Plan) and/or FBA (Functional Behavioral Assessments) meetings. We also offer Student Support. Education seeks to prepare students to successfully compete in an industrialized global market. Students earn useful skills and knowledge that will advance their ability to reason, problem-solve, negotiate and communicate effectively. It is imperative to acknowledge education as the catalyst to prosperity, and TYC is here to assist in this journey. Finally, we offer K-12 Employee Support, Public Speaking, Professional Development, and community outreach services. Regardless of the need, contact me today to schedule a free consultation.
