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Mary Ruhland

IA LISW 01284, SD CSW-PIP 3229
Credentials
IA LISW 01284, SD CSW-PIP 3229
NPI Number
1326030545
Location
Iowa
Languages
English
Mary Ruhland

Accepting new clients

30 years experience
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About Mary Ruhland

As a licensed therapist in Iowa with three decades of experience, I specialize in supporting individuals through complex emotional landscapes. My practice centers on helping clients navigate challenges like depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and self-esteem issues. I am particularly passionate about working with individuals experiencing social isolation, relationship difficulties, and life transitions.

My therapeutic approach is deeply compassionate and tailored to each person’s unique journey. I focus on empowering clients to develop self-love, improve communication, explore life purpose, and heal from past experiences. Whether you’re struggling with panic attacks, relationship challenges, body image concerns, or midlife transitions, I provide a supportive and understanding environment.

I believe in creating a collaborative space where clients can explore their emotions, develop resilience, and rediscover their inner strength. My goal is to walk alongside you as you work towards healing, personal growth, and meaningful life changes.

Licenses

LISW
01284
CSW-PIP
3229

Professional experience

  • Addictions
  • Anger management
  • Compassion fatigue
  • Depression
  • Eating disorders
  • Grief
  • Intimacy-related issues
  • Self esteem
  • Stress, Anxiety
  • Trauma and abuse

Additional Focus Areas

  • Abandonment
  • Attachment issues
  • Body image
  • Communication problems
  • Control issues
  • Divorce and separation
  • Forgiveness
  • Guilt and shame
  • Impulsivity
  • Isolation / loneliness
  • Life purpose
  • Midlife crisis
  • Mood disorders
  • Panic disorder and panic attacks
  • Post-traumatic stress
  • Self-love
  • Sexuality
  • Social anxiety and phobia
  • Women's issues

Clinical Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Gottman Method
  • Internal Family Systems
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Languages

  • English

15 Reviews

“She really listens and tries to get to the root of the problem”

“Mary is so kind interested in helping me and is very personable. We really connected from the first appointment. She is great.”

“Mary has helped me with several issues. She is a great listener.”

“She is a great listener. She knows her job as she has years and years of experience”

“In only a couple sessions, Mary has listened and clearly understood the root of the issue needing to be addressed. She has offered me real tools to help work through my challenges. I'm optimistic that things will look up soon.”

“We are still in the beginning stages of therapy. I feel like Mary has been good at hearing my needs, what has worked in the past for me, and breaking everything down to more manageable goals.”

“I enjoy working with Mary on issues of concern. She is open, compassionate, and a great listener.”

“Thank you Mary for helping me identify obsticals in my life and manage them.”

“Very understanding. Patient.”

“Mary was awesome and listened to me, my needs and understood what I needed help with. I really appreciated her professionalism.”

“Mary is a wonderful counselor who truly listens and makes me feel heard. I appreciate how attentive she is and how she follows up promptly, which reassures me that I am supported even between our meetings.”

“Mary is very knowledgeable, patient and speaks to me on a relatable and non judgemental level. The is the first therapist that I've enjoyed and made any real progress with. Her down to earth tone and treats of expertise has been incredibly beneficial for me. I'm very grateful to her!”

“Mary is a warm and welcoming person. She listens and talks through issues with me. I feel encouraged and more confident in my abilities to manage my life.”

“Mary is a very good therapist who listens and let's me make my own decisions but gives me advice and opinions when necessary. She responds and communicates in q very timely manner.”

“Very easy to relate to her”

These reviews represent a few of the most recent positive reviews from the therapist's clients on BetterHelp. Some people's experience may be different.
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