Jeniffer Cruz, Ph.D., NCSP is a licensed psychologist in New Jersey and a Nationally Certified
School Psychologist. Dr. Cruz received her undergraduate degree in psychology with a minor in
speech, language, and hearing sciences from Boston University. She continued her education at
the University of Rhode Island, where she earned her master’s degree in psychology and doctoral
degree in school psychology.
Dr. Cruz has experience using evidence-based treatment approaches, including cognitive
behavior therapy, to treat children, adolescents, and adults who experience difficulties related to
anxiety, depression, ADHD, grief/loss, trauma, disruptive behaviors, autism spectrum disorders,
and social skills weaknesses. She has a particular interest in early childhood mental health and
promoting positive parent-child relationships in treatment.
Dr. Cruz has provided individual, group, and family therapy in various settings including public
schools, hospitals, a university-based clinic, and a community mental health center. Dr. Cruz has
also consulted with schools to promote the academic and social-emotional needs of students with
disabilities. She has extensive experience providing school-based SEL counseling, conducting
psychoeducational evaluations, and supporting the implementation of evidence-based
interventions in schools.
Dr. Cruz is dedicated to sharing knowledge through professional workshops and presentations to
the community for the prevention and intervention of mental health problems.
Dr. Cruz has the authority to practice interjurisdictional telepsychology (APIT) from the PSYPACT commission, allowing her to provide telepsychology to clients in many states. To see if your state is included, please click on this link: https://psypact.site-ym.
Jeniffer M. Cruz, Ph.D., NCSP
Licensed Psychologist, NJ #7271
Nationally Certified School Psychologist