Alright – so today we’ve got the honor of introducing you to Rosa Linda Cruz. We think you’ll enjoy our conversation, we’ve shared it below.

Rosa Linda , appreciate you joining us today. What do you think it takes to be successful?

I have found that when in the midst of hardships and challenges it has allowed me to evaluate my options on how to grow around these situations. Having faith in my ability to move onward and seek out people and resources that support and encourage my growth and lifelong learning has provided me a foundation of opportunities to grow a private practice, write books, and present to communities, organizations, and agencies.

As always, we appreciate you sharing your insights and we’ve got a few more questions for you, but before we get to all of that can you take a minute to introduce yourself and give our readers some of your back background and context?

My journey began in the educational setting transitioning from teacher to school counselor. Due to the fact that my students often shared their struggles and concerns, they inspired me to become a licensed professional counselor to provide a stronger foundation on social emotional learning and evidenced based strategies to them. During this time, my first children’s book was published along with an additional certification in laughter yoga. Thus, my entry in providing presentations on well-being strategies, self care tips and wellness skills to communities.

Can you tell us about a time you’ve had to pivot?

My heart has always been in education with a counseling perspective. Taking steps to broaden my field of expertise and talents and surrounding myself with mentors who shared their knowledge, experiences, and support. I started by providing pro-bono presentations. This created opportunities that presented themselves by providing me a new journey encompassing everything that I love to do. In addition, I was blessed to have mentors who planted seeds that I could create and expand my own business.

Have any books or other resources had a big impact on you?

My resources are based on World Reknowned Experts in the mental health community with research based methods. I immerse myself in study groups, enroll in evidenced based programs and attend innovative psychotherapy conferences which allow me to expand my knowledge and skills.

Contact Info:

• Website: www.rosalindacruz.org
• Instagram: AuthorRosaLindaCruz
• Linkedin: RosaLindaCruz
• Twitter: MsRosaLindaCruz

Image Credits
Mario Sarmiento Photography