- 16 years experience
- BACP registered
- Supports ADHD concerns
About Ruth
Ruth Richards is a counsellor with 16 years of experience working with people through difficult times. She offers calm, down-to-earth support and listens without judgement. Many clients come to her because they are stressed, anxious, grieving, or trying to cope with life changes, and she also works with people dealing with parenting, career concerns, ADHD and relationship difficulties.
Ruth begins by building a strong working relationship so clients feel heard and understood. She tailors sessions to each person’s pace and needs, using practical exercises and reflective conversation rather than a one-size-fits-all plan. She helps people learn new skills to manage everyday stresses and to repair or improve important relationships.
Her practice draws on a mix of approaches so sessions focus on what will help the individual most. That might include looking at thoughts and behaviours, exploring attachment or emotional patterns, or using acceptance strategies to live with difficult feelings. Ruth also supports people coping with grief, trauma and abuse, and those carrying compassion fatigue or caregiver stress.
Clients can expect a collaborative, grounded style that combines listening with practical tasks and goal-setting. Ruth offers both shorter-term and longer-term counselling depending on what a person needs. She encourages commitment to the process and helps people identify patterns that keep problems going so they can make steady change.
Sessions are delivered in English from the United Kingdom and she accepts international clients. Before booking, clients should confirm current session options and scheduling details.
Therapeutic approaches and online support
Ruth uses a blend of approaches to suit different needs. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and trying practical experiments to change behaviours and mood; it can be useful for anxiety, depression and coping with stress. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationships shape current patterns and helps people understand and shift repeated emotional responses in close relationships.Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Ruth will talk through options, test what helps, and shape the plan to your goals and preferences in a collaborative way rather than imposing a fixed method.
If you are considering online sessions, check the current session options before booking as formats are not specified in the biography. Many people find remote work easier for fitting therapy into a busy day, keeping appointments during travel or balancing work and family commitments. Online sessions can also make shorter check-ins or focused skills work simpler to arrange. Registered or accredited professionals aim to match method and scheduling to what will be most useful for each person.
Areas of focus
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of issues does she help with?
She works with a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and abuse, parenting and relationship difficulties, plus career and life-change challenges.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her style is down-to-earth and collaborative, combining listening with practical tasks and goal-setting tailored to each client's pace.
How much experience does she have?
Ruth has 16 years of experience working with people in counselling and psychotherapy.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and works from the United Kingdom.
Can I work with her if I live outside the UK?
Yes, she accepts international clients and offers sessions in English.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not specified in the biography.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.