Hello everyone my name is Cesar Ramirez , I recived (One On One Thearpy) I also attended every Wednesday and completed Ms. Cruz's group therapy ( Developing Emotional Intelligence ) at Compton Mental Health Clinic. * Im the gentlemen in the pictures on yelp holding my certificate standing next to Ms. Cruz* If you are reading this & you're sceptical about thearpy , sitting there telling yourself "thearpy dosent work"; dont worry I WAS JUST LIKE YOU ! I was court ordered to attend thearpy after I was released from jail. "At first" I would go to the clinic telling my self "this is pointless"... In my One on One thearpy sessions I would not engage in conversation and really keep everything in because I was EMBARRASSED and I would think that EXPRESSING MYSELF TO A THERAPIST WOULD GET ME SOME TYPE OF CRAZY DIAGNOSIS, I feel like that makes people scared of thearpy... I say that because I was one of those people... When I first started going to the clinic , I was in dark time in my life & almost everyone in my life was toxic. I did not have anyone that I could talk to , with time I became comfertable going to thearpy & it was the only time I could socialize & escape from all the negative people in my life. When I enrolled into Ms. Cruz's group therapy I was surprised how much i could relate to the topics we covered. I really like the caring energy Ms. Cruz puts out, she really has control over the group. She makes sure everyone learns & participates by imputing thier real life experiences in the mix. The topics we covered in group were real life situations and if you couldnt relate to a specific topic somebody in the group would. Ms. Cruz dosent just put anything together and makes you read it .. It gets real , it always accurate. I liked how Ms. Cruz would tell us to write in our journals and read out everyones content without saying whos notebook she was reading, it makes you trust her and its interesting because it would let us hear our peers experiences and real life storys. I miss going to group I felt like I was a part of something positive , I always felt welcomed & understood. I would like to thank Ms. Cruz for changing the way i see life and helping me get through the darkest time of my life. * I truly give Compton Mental Health Clinic a 5 star rating * If you want to give thearpy a try, my advice to you would be to really express yourself and be honest to your thearpist, try to form a bound with your thearpist so that it wont feel like your telling a random stranger your problems, dont be afraid to cry or show your emotions, always have hope & never give up on your self. Dont ever think about suicide, you can always over come or fix a problem your going through. read more

I have received excellent services here at Compton Family Mental Health. At first I was wary that I wouldn't receive good services here in Compton but that has definitely not been the case, at all. The staff really cares about what they are doing and I am beyond grateful that they helped me through the most difficult time in my life. My therapist has been a life saver and if you put in the work things can look a lot brighter. They help you with counseling, psychiatric services, group therapy, and a whole other list of things you may need to get back up. Highly qualified and experienced services provided by amazingly dedicated people. I am currently in the Developing Emotional Intelligence Support Group on Wednesdays headed by Lesley Cruz. Would have paid to take the workshops. As part of my recovery plan I found this group to be complimentary and even more in depth than therapy because you have the time, feedback, and dialogue necessary to really tackle at some complicated issues like Anger, Finances, and even Generational Psycholgy things that maybe need more fleshing out. You're individual therapist can do a lot but can only cover so much in an hour about the processes of your mind and I found the group to be just what I needed to upgrade my mental health to the next level. I've been able to feel a lot of mental and emotional relief by coming to group and being presented with new coping skills because every class you're investing in your emotional and mental awareness. Recovery is a social process as well as an individual one so I think it's essential to try to reach out to others in a setting where people won't judge and is a safe place. It helps you not feel alone or stigmatized. It's been an amazing experience that truly makes a difference. read more

Considering that this is a county clinic, I'm surprised at how clean and nice the place is on the inside. The ladies at reception can be a hit or miss. I saw some be really nasty and rude to patients that were clearly unstable and others were beyond sweet and accommodating. I am put off by the security whom does an airport style pat down . I suppose it's safety since it is Compton. The neighborhood where this location is not what it use to be. It's a bit more chill. I made it to some groups and they were fun the little time I went but I use to go for my meds and my sessions with Ms. Cruz . She's so much better than a lot of other private therapists I had when I had Cigna and Blue Shield. She can be a little rough sometimes but I think it's also what I needed at one time. She can be bold and maybe too direct and that didn't always sit well with me but it also made me trust her more because I didn't have to wonder where she stood or where I stood with her. I have another therapist now since I now work and have private insurance. I can't help but compare her with who I have now and I really miss her. I'm off my meds and doing ok. read more

It's an awesome place !! "Compton Mental Health" to me is a university of the knowledge of the mind how it works and how to work it reflects on the body aswell. By being a part of group therapy I am able to deal with my emotions thoughts and uncomfortable feelings by the ability to recognize what is triggering them. Also learning that we are all different and adjusting to the differences with the enhancment of my listening and understanding skills which grants me better ability to communicate with others effectively. With courses like DEVELOPING EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE GROUP BY MISS LESLEY CRUZ, LIFE COACHING GROUP BY DOCTOR MIKE WALKER, REFLECTING TO SELF GROUP BY MISS CARLOYN BROWN and INDIVIDUAL SESSIONS WITH MY THERAPIST ALEXA TAYLOR I've noticed the improvement in all of my relationships. I learn something great in every course I'm glad to have found this place I guarantee you will walk out everyday with an uplifting spirit motivated and with a smile I give thanks to all the instructors and staff who are truly careing and helpful in all of their services. Not enough stars to rate the place read more

My name is Maria Torres, I been assisting to the Developing Emotional intelligence group for two years already and it's been helping me so much. It has thought me how to control my emotions and how to overcome some of my fears. I suffer from melancholy depression as well as anxiety. I also assist to individual sessions with my therapist Leslie Cruz, I'm really happy with her because with her amazing projects she has helped me define what I want with my life, my fears and my obstacles. I've experience sandtray therapy here with her as well. Sandtray therapy takes you deep into your emotions. After finishing that session you feel like if she removed this heavy lift of your back. This has been my place and I would totally recommend to adults and children as well they have excellent service and very clean place. I truly would recommended with completely eyes close. If you suffer from anxiety or depression or know someone feel free to search for help in here. Everyone will treat you with respect and won't judge any mental illness. read more

I've been coming to dmh for almost a year now for different services that have been very helpful to me from my psych evaluation with Dr parik to my 1 on 1 therapy sessions with miss cruz but what I look most forward to every week is the Wednesday English group developing emotional intelligence and secure attachment/ parenting group that is every other Friday both also with miss cruz She also has a Spanish group for developing emotional intelligence on Tuesdays I've learned so much from going and I'm sure you will also read more

I love this place wouldn't change it for anything. I come here for Individual Session, Parenting, And Group I enjoy them all very much. All staff are very polite and my counselor is the best, Ms. Cruz! she makes you feel so comfortable almost like she already knows you! read more