Ruth Westfall - Mental Health Counselor | The Center for Internet & Technology Addiction

Accepting new clients

30 years experience

About Ruth Westfall

I have worked for over 30 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.

Licenses

LMSW

6801069412

Professional experience

ADHD
Anger management
Bipolar disorder
Career difficulties
Compassion fatigue
Coping with life changes
Depression
Family conflicts
Grief
LGBT
Parenting issues
Relationship issues
Self esteem
Stress, Anxiety
Trauma and abuse

Additional Focus Areas

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

Languages

English

15 Reviews

“Ruth is pleasant and knowledgeable. She is easy to talk to. Non threatening. Provides insight and resources.”

“Ruth had been amazing. Very understanding, kind and a great listener. She really vibes off of the client- and goes on their terms, she’s never pushy. She’s amazing at sending content that’s applicable. I highly recommend her.”

“I felt extremely comfortable with Ruth since my first visit with her. She validates my feelings and gives me advice on how to effectively communicate my thoughts.”

“Ruth has been great. Great listener and support system.”

“Ruth is an excellent therapist. I am so thankful for her expertise and she has helped me immensely.”

“Ruth is wonderful. However, I do not feel that I am getting the bang for my buck. I feel as if I could be getting more constructive input from someone else. Ruth is very sweet and supportive, but it’s more like a friend.”

“Awesome! Ruth has helped me a ton, and has done a lot to ground me and navigate my issues.”

“Ruth Is A Great Therapist, She listen and Have Great ideas.I would recommend Her”

“I have had a variety of therapists in this short life thus far, she was easy to build a connection with compared to others I have met.”

“She has helped me through some of the hardest times in my ever changing life. I am eternally greatful to her help.”

“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~”

“Ruth hss been easy to talk to and I love ideas she has had.”

“Ruth is very kind and patient and brings a sense of ease from the first session.”

“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!”

“Ruth is great & I am enjoying therapy with her.”

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