| Occupation | Psychiatrist, EMDR therapist |
|---|---|
| Education | MD — University of the Philippines College of Medicine |
| Methods | EMDR, CBT, Psychopharmacology, MI |
| Registration | Professional Regulation Commission (PRC #MD-56789) |
| Organization | EMDR Encyclopedia & Global Directory |
Dr. Jose Rizal Cruz — PRC-registered psychiatrist and EMDRIA-certified EMDR therapist based in Manila, Philippines. He specializes in PTSD, mood disorders, and OFW (Overseas Filipino Worker) mental health. Dr. Cruz has a particular interest in the psychological impact of migration and family separation on Filipino families.
| Issue | Methods |
|---|---|
| PTSD & complex trauma | EMDR, CBT |
| Major depression | Psychopharmacology, EMDR |
| OFW & migration psychology | EMDR, CBT |
| Anxiety disorders | CBT, EMDR |
| Bipolar disorder | Psychopharmacology, CBT |
| Substance use | MI, EMDR |
Dr. Cruz brings a calm, fatherly presence to his work. He understands the unique psychological burden carried by millions of Filipino families separated by overseas work — the guilt, the loneliness, the pressure to provide. He uses EMDR to help clients process these complex experiences while medication management provides stability when needed.
He offers in-person sessions in Makati and telehealth across the Philippines.