Jonnet Cruz, LMFT

Therapist in Hawaii

Compassionate therapist for life transitions

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Relationship focus
Attachment work
Practical coping skills

About Jonnet

Jonnet Cruz is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with 20 years of experience. She works with people who are facing stress, anxiety, relationship strain, trauma, grief, and depression. Jonnet aims to create a calm, practical space where clients can talk through what feels overwhelming and find steps forward.

She centers sessions on each person's story and strengths. That means listening first and helping clients notice patterns that keep causing pain. Sessions often focus on improving communication, managing strong emotions, and building coping skills that fit everyday life.

Her background includes work across Hawaii and Florida, and with a wide range of concerns from addiction and eating issues to parenting struggles and attachment wounds. Jonnet draws on approaches such as attachment-based work, client-centered methods, cognitive behavioral strategies, dialectical behavior tools, and emotionally focused ideas to shape her work.

Therapy with her typically mixes practical exercises and reflective conversation. Clients learn ways to regulate emotions, change unhelpful thoughts, and repair relationship ruptures. The pace and focus are set together, so goals stay relevant to what matters now.

Jonnet conducts sessions in English and does not take international clients. To begin, she asks new clients to complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule based on availability. Fees vary by location and use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

This summary is based on the profile information listed on BetterHelp.

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Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuse Self esteem

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepression Coping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues Young adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Gottman MethodMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapySomatic TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family SystemsSystemic Therapy

Experience

20+ years

Credentials

Hawaii, Florida

Languages

English

Licenses listed

LMFT, Hawaii: MFT-343
LMFT, Florida: MT4888
NPI: 1669801767

As listed on the therapist's profile. You can check a license with the state licensing board and an NPI in the national registry.

Approaches that guide online sessions

Attachment-based work helps people notice how early relationships shape current trust and closeness. It is useful for repairing hurt in relationships and for people who struggle with abandonment or commitment fears. Client-centered therapy focuses on building understanding through empathetic listening and reflection. It gives space for clients to set their own pace and priorities while the therapist follows their lead.

Finding the right approach is often part of the first few sessions. Jonnet will talk about goals, listen to what has helped or not helped before, and together decide which methods to try. That collaborative process helps shape a plan that fits a client's needs, whether the focus is emotion regulation, relationship repair, or coping with life changes.

The practical benefits of remote care include fitting sessions into a busy week and reducing travel time so therapy can be easier to attend. Confirm the current session options before booking so you know what formats are available. Many clients find that brief check-ins or regular scheduled sessions help keep progress steady while balancing everyday responsibilities.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does Jonnet help with?

She works with people managing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and relationship issues. Her practice also covers concerns like addiction, parenting struggles, eating issues, and career stress.

What is her therapy style like?

Her style is collaborative and straightforward. She listens first, then helps clients notice patterns and try small, practical changes between sessions.

How much experience does she have?

Jonnet has 20 years of professional experience working with a wide range of concerns across Hawaii and Florida.

What credential does she hold and where is she based?

She holds LMFT credentials and practices in Hawaii. The listing notes licensure in Hawaii and Florida.

Which languages are supported?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the U.S. work with her?

She does not accept international clients at this time.

How are fees handled?

Costs vary by location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What should I do to start therapy?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.

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