OVERWHELMED! I don’t know how much more of this I can take. I get it. I already think you are pretty awesome to seek assistance. So, let’s get to work. Perhaps you are feeling hopeless from depression, over-the-edge from anxiety, inattentive because of ADHD, quick-to-click from anger, a salad bowl of feelings from grief, substance use that leads to relationship or legal troubles, or memory from trauma. I am a Master’s level, Licensed Mental Health Counselor and a National Certified Counselor in Florida. My experience has included working with adults in a private practice setting since September 2015. My approach is to offer clients the support, acceptance, insight, and guidance needed to achieve your desired level of functioning. Treatment approaches used are Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Mindfulness-Based (MBCT), Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), Person-Centered, Solution Focused Brief (SFBT), and Trauma-Focused.
Other Important Information:
My observance is that as people are becoming busier and some are having to adjust to new daily routines, scheduling can become a problem. That, and the higher demand for therapist is why I am making this announcement on how to cancel an appointment and on my “no show”/cancellation policy. (This policy does not count if I am the one making the cancellation, and I will not cancel you with out giving you notice, or helping to reschedule you).
BetterHelp makes it seem easy to cancel an appointment (or even change counselors) Simply click on Cancel or change therapist. However, this is a gentle reminder for those who may not be aware that it is customary to let your therapist know when you can not make an appointment, (or that you wish to change therapists). Additionally, if something comes up and you do need to cancel it is important to give 24 hours notice; this allows others the possibility of using that appointment time (this is critical now that more people are ready and waiting for appointments).
Cancellations within 24 hours of a session are considered “no shows”. You are allowed one no show, after that BetterHelp may charge you for a session. After the second “no show” I will limit sessions to messaging rather than scheduled live appointments.
I know this policy can be a challenge, and part of therapy is stretching you. Not all of BetterHelp’s counselors have the same policies, and while I prefer to continue working with all my clients, it is ok if you decide to choose a different therapist. Additionally, I encourage you to message me before changing therapist (for any reason) I can assist you in finding a new therapist. And it is helpful to follow up with you on your experiences with me in therapy.
Additional areas of focus: Trauma and abuse, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Parenting issues, Coping with life changes, ADHD, Caregiver issues and stress, Communication problems, Control issues, Divorce and separation, Domestic Violence, Drug and Alcohol Addiction, Family of Origin Issues, Fatherhood Issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Post-traumatic stress, Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Gottman Method, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
FL LMHC MH16904
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Ruth Hickmon. 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.
Tracy(Ruth) has been nothing but the best therapist for me. She tells it as it is and helps people understand the core issue of what is wrong. I have been through a few therapist over the years and they would always try to just be my friend. Tracy has been extremely helpful in so many ways and provides guidance catered to each individuals needs. I strongly recommend her to any and all people.
Written on Jun 29, 2023 after therapy with Ruth for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and anger management
Ruth Hickmon is an amazing therapist. She has not only the evidence based expertise but also a strong Christ centered faith that she brings to all of our sessions, which is very important to me. She repeatedly relates and intertwines the science of mental health with scripture which I find extremely effective. Ruth is an active and intentional listener and she challenges my thought processes in a gentle yet truthful way. Most of all, I believe she actually cares about the things that concern me and is always sharing supplemental material with me to familiarize myself with. Ruth helped me get through probably the most challenging season of my professional and personal life. Working with her has been life changing and a pleasure. Would recommend her to ANY person.
Written on Mar 31, 2023 after therapy with Ruth for 1 year and 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and anger management
She’s AMAZING! I love her
Written on Sep 15, 2022 after therapy with Ruth for 8 months on issues concerning family conflicts
Very Good & Knowledgeable
Written on Aug 25, 2022 after therapy with Ruth for 2 months on issues concerning relationship issues, and intimacy-related issues
Ruth is Matter fact, which is what I need
Written on Aug 17, 2022 after therapy with Ruth for 3 weeks
Great experience
Written on Aug 11, 2022 after therapy with Ruth for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, anger management, and coping with life changes