I have worked for over 20 years as a therapist specializing in trauma and working with victims of crime. More recently, at the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic, I was working at a public health center with a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner and was able to see the long-term effects of trauma and stress. This can affect people in so many areas of their lives including physical health, mental health, education, employment, substance abuse, and relationships. These concerns can follow people for decades.
During the pandemic, we especially see the need to take care of ourselves on the emotional, spiritual and physical levels. Both Anxiety and Depression have increased by at least 25%! So many people are struggling right now. Please know that you are not alone!! There are many ways that we can work together to learn skills to manage these issues. I truly enjoy helping people realize their strengths to heal in a positive way.
Additional areas of focus: LGBT, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Grief, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Caregiver issues and stress, Domestic Violence, Forgiveness, Isolation / loneliness, Mood disorders , Panic disorder and panic attacks, Post-traumatic stress, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Sexual Assault and Abuse, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Somatic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
MI LMSW 6801069412
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She has helped me through some of the hardest times in my ever changing life. I am eternally greatful to her help.
Written on Apr 10, 2024 after therapy with Ruth for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and trauma and abuse
Ruth has been such a great start for my healing. She sends me videos and homework that has opened my eyes to the fact that I need to move forward on my journal of loving myself and doing what I need to do for myself and only me. I will continue my healing w Ruth. Thankyou so much Ruth~
Written on Feb 20, 2024 after therapy with Ruth for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Ruth hss been easy to talk to and I love ideas she has had.
Written on Jan 15, 2024 after therapy with Ruth for 2 months on issues concerning depression, grief, and coping with life changes
Ruth is very kind and patient and brings a sense of ease from the first session.
Written on Jan 10, 2024 after therapy with Ruth for 1 month on issues concerning depression, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, anger management, and coping with life changes
Ruth is very considerate and understanding. She listens to my concerns and offers ways to navigate through my emotions. She makes me feel heard and valued. I really appreciate her and this platform!
Written on Jul 17, 2023 after therapy with Ruth for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and intimacy-related issues
Ruth is great & I am enjoying therapy with her.
Written on Jun 07, 2023 after therapy with Ruth for 3 weeks on issues concerning anger management, and coping with life changes