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Thank you so much for visiting my self-introduction. I am licensed in Colorado with 12 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, & depression. Being passionate to help client's growth and development of their new and positive experiences, I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. Thus I commend you that you give yourself a chance to explore new possibilities in your life. I am here to support & empower you in that journey. Thank you so much for considering me as your companion in the next chapter in your life.
Additional areas of focus:Addictions, LGBT, Family conflicts, Intimacy-related issues, Eating disorders, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Abandonment, Aging and Geriatric Issues, Attachment issues, Body image, Cancer, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain illness and disability, Communication problems, Control issues, Coping with Natural or Human-Caused Disaster, Drug and Alcohol Addiction, Eating and Food-Related Issues, Emptiness, Family of Origin Issues, Family Problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Immigration Issues, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders , Multicultural Concerns, Obsessions, Compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Paranoia, Personality Disorders, Phobias, Postpartum Depression, Post-traumatic stress, Prejudice and Discrimination, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-Harm, Self-love, Sexual Assault and Abuse, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young Adult Issues
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Dr. Ruth (Chu-Lien) Chao. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Dr. Chao was great - very insightful - and a nice fit for me. She helped me see different perspectives and helped me realize my intrinsic gifts. Thank you, Dr. Chao!
Written on Oct 12, 2023 after therapy with Ruth (Chu-Lien) for 5 months on issues concerning depression, addictions, trauma and abuse, and grief
Dr. Chao has a lot of patience to understand my problems. She also asked good questions to help me understand myself better. Her suggestions and advice are very useful and have been helping me to become a better version of myself. After seeing her for 4 weeks, my stress level decreased.
Written on Sep 10, 2023 after therapy with Ruth (Chu-Lien) for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, and career difficulties
She is extremely kind, patient, and supportive! I truly appreciate how much she supports me and pushes me to care for myself.
Written on Jul 24, 2023 after therapy with Ruth (Chu-Lien) for 2 months
Dr. Chao is wonderful to work with. She is knowledgeable and kind.
Written on Jun 29, 2023 after therapy with Ruth (Chu-Lien) for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, and self esteem
Excellent to work with, listens very well and has a fantastic amount of knowledge
Written on May 29, 2023 after therapy with Ruth (Chu-Lien) for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and career difficulties
After listening to my story, Dr. Chao picked up on a lot of important points that I had been torn between. She listened to me and gently asked me about my deeper thoughts and feelings, which helped me understand myself more and more.
Written on May 08, 2023 after therapy with Ruth (Chu-Lien) for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
She listened and provided helpful insights into my issues.
Written on Mar 24, 2023 after therapy with Ruth (Chu-Lien) for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
Dr. Chao is professional, caring, and articulate. I've been through a couple counselors and feel like I've found a great match with her. She listens and offers solutions, time really flies during our sessions.
Written on Mar 12, 2023 after therapy with Ruth (Chu-Lien) for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
She has been so good for me, I will update it to 10/10 after I have a month of therapy.
Written on Feb 07, 2023 after therapy with Ruth (Chu-Lien) for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, and grief
Dr. Chao is very encouraging, attentive and a great motivator!
Written on Feb 06, 2023 after therapy with Ruth (Chu-Lien) for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and adhd
Bailed on our intial appointment with no notice or communication.
Written on Jan 31, 2023 after therapy with Ruth (Chu-Lien) for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, and grief
Dr chao does a great job listening and allowing your to express your thoughts and feelings and works with you to help understand and come up with some solutions to help you achieve your goals
Written on Jan 24, 2023 after therapy with Ruth (Chu-Lien) for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and intimacy-related issues
She's great!
Written on Jan 23, 2023 after therapy with Ruth (Chu-Lien) for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar dis
She is amazing and listens to all my concerns and gives me things to reflect on.
Written on Jan 14, 2023 after therapy with Ruth (Chu-Lien) for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
Dr. Chao really makes me feel heard during our sessions. She recommends helpful advice and doesn’t rely on regular talk-therapy (you have all of your own answers) methods and I really appreciate that. She offers me a unique perspective to issues I’ve had and I have tried her recommendations and have felt a difference in me.
Written on Jan 10, 2023 after therapy with Ruth (Chu-Lien) for 2 months on issues concerning self esteem, coaching, and adhd
She is a source of truth, highly recommended her to anyone needing a professional therapist. Thank you so much Dr. Ruth for your amazing help and advice.
Written on Jan 01, 2023 after therapy with Ruth (Chu-Lien) for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes
I have loved working with Dr. Ruth and having her help coach and guide me through many difficulties at work with my depression & anxiety. She is an attentive listener and very kind- she will support you like you are apart of her family.
Written on Dec 09, 2022 after therapy with Ruth (Chu-Lien) for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
Dr. Chao has been very helpful and supportive. She has helped me through a very hard time and I highly recommend her.
Written on Nov 23, 2022 after therapy with Ruth (Chu-Lien) for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Dr. Chao comes from an understanding point of view. She is helpful and kind. She is easy to talk with.
Written on Nov 07, 2022 after therapy with Ruth (Chu-Lien) for 2 weeks on issues concerning grief
Dr. Chao has helped me take some really difficult steps to better my life. I couldn’t have done it without her support and expertise.
Written on Oct 30, 2022 after therapy with Ruth (Chu-Lien) for 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, and compassion fatigue
Dr. Chao is extremely competent and very good at listening. I feel very comfortable talking with her and relying on her expertise. She is very knowledgeable and has already helped me with quite a lot. I look forward to continuing in her care.
Written on Sep 26, 2022 after therapy with Ruth (Chu-Lien) for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Dr. Chao has been a great resource for helping me navigate difficult situations. She listens and provides resources and ideas on how to move forward.
Written on Sep 13, 2022 after therapy with Ruth (Chu-Lien) for 2 months on issues concerning relationship issues, and grief
Thank you very much for Ruth's help, treating me patiently and carefully, and encouraging me like my family. In the whole process, she has solved many problems for me professionally, which has given me a new life at a certain stage. Thank you very much!
Written on Aug 11, 2022 after therapy with Ruth (Chu-Lien) for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and anger management
She makes it very comfortable to talk to.
Written on Aug 01, 2022 after therapy with Ruth (Chu-Lien) for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
Dr Chao has been very helpful and I’m looking forward to learning and sharing more soon
Written on Aug 01, 2022 after therapy with Ruth (Chu-Lien) for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
she takes time to listen and gives me skills to handle problems
Written on Jul 29, 2022 after therapy with Ruth (Chu-Lien) for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Dr. Chao is a great listener and has provided a variety of strategies that are practical to implement.
Written on Jul 28, 2022 after therapy with Ruth (Chu-Lien) for 2 months on issues concerning grief
Dr. Chao was fantastic. She is a very skilled practitioner and conveys compassion.
Written on Jul 16, 2022 after therapy with Ruth (Chu-Lien) for 3 weeks
Dr. Chao is so sweet, I felt comfortable talking through anything with her. She's a great listener and offers both comfort and feedback. Fully recommend.
Written on Jul 07, 2022 after therapy with Ruth (Chu-Lien) for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and compassion fatigue
Dr Chao is lovely, and really did a lot to support me through setting some boundaries. I’d recommend her to anyone!
Written on Jun 21, 2022 after therapy with Ruth (Chu-Lien) for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, sleeping disorders, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
Dr. Chao is a great therapist!
Written on Jun 13, 2022 after therapy with Ruth (Chu-Lien) for 4 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, and adhd
Dr. Chao has been a bright light in my life as I navigate some difficult things. She listens and empathizes and gives me achievable goals in helping me deal with things. I'm very grateful for her and better help!
Written on Jun 07, 2022 after therapy with Ruth (Chu-Lien) for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, parenting issues, and coping with life changes
She has been great in all my sessions!
Written on Jun 06, 2022 after therapy with Ruth (Chu-Lien) for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Dr Chao is very understanding and really listens to my concerns. I would definitely recommend her.
Written on May 30, 2022 after therapy with Ruth (Chu-Lien) for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, anger management, and coping with life changes
Dr. Chao is kind and empathetic, she recognizes me as a person with trauma and is invested in my recovery. She listens to help find the best way to help me process my emotions.
Written on May 20, 2022 after therapy with Ruth (Chu-Lien) for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, and coping with life changes
ive never trusted healthcare professionals as much as a do dr chao
Written on May 17, 2022 after therapy with Ruth (Chu-Lien) for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, eating disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and adhd
She was awesome and super helpful!
Written on Apr 29, 2022 after therapy with Ruth (Chu-Lien) for 2 days on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
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