She has been so helpful and supportive throughout my difficult times.
Ruth Carter, LPC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Ruth is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Ruth. View 17 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Missouri
Recent reviews
Ruth really takes the time to listen, communicate and offer great exercises and ideas to help. She uses her knowledge and experience so well and I feel lucky to have her help.
More about Ruth
- 13 years' experience
- Female
- LPC
Hello. My name is Ruth Carter and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 13 years experience in this field. Before becoming a counselor, I was a teacher who found many of her students in need of emotional guidance as well as intellectual development. I began to think that if I was going to help my students, I needed to know more. I left teaching to seek a degree in Counseling.
Over the years, I have seen people whose problems ranged from making a tough decision to changing their life; people who suffered from a situational depression to a major mental illness; people who struggled with poor decision making to living with an all consuming addiction. No change is easy, but they are possible.
Talking with a therapist is not easy for most people, and I applaud your decision to reach out. I have been trained in different therapeutic approaches, but my primary job is to listen. I must also provide you with a safe environment for your explorations. I will always treat you with respect and compassion. And sometimes I will challenge your thinking. Together we will find meaningful and useful strategies within your strengths that deal with your concerns.
Whether or not you come to see me, I am pleased that you are seeking assistance. I wish the very best for you.
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
Licenses
Ruth Carter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1689252447.
- LPC · Missouri · 000916 · Expires June 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling, sometimes called teletherapy, refers to talk therapy delivered remotely through digital platforms, such as video calls, phone calls, or chat. It can be a great option for people who face barriers to traditional face-to-face therapy, such as those living in remote areas, individuals with mobility issues, or people with busy schedules that make it difficult to attend in-person sessions.
Teletherapy also offers greater convenience and flexibility, allowing clients to access care from the comfort of their homes. Research shows that the treatment outcomes with online counseling are often just as effective as with traditional therapy, providing a viable alternative for individuals seeking mental health support.
Reviews for Ruth Carter
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
She has been so helpful and supportive throughout my difficult times.
Ruth really takes the time to listen, communicate and offer great exercises and ideas to help. She uses her knowledge and experience so well and I feel lucky to have her help.
Ruth is fantastic. She is kind. Thoughtful and helps work through challenges and thoughts.
Ruth is kind and caring. She takes the time to listen and understand what I am saying and offers sound advice. She makes sure I have a plan of action before leaving each session and checks in on me between. I truly value her as my therapist.
I’ve had many years of therapy in the past, with several different therapists, so I was looking for someone who had a lot of experience and could help me deal with some of the issues that I still haven’t managed to resolve previously. Some of these are underlying things that were buried deeper and that I didn’t know how to see, acknowledge or deal with but that have been really affecting my quality of life. After 6 weeks with Ruth I feel really hopeful, and have already benefited so much from her wisdom, reflection and generosity. She’s exceptional at active listening and seems to somehow be able to make sense of things despite how messy and complicated they feel. Her insight and ability to read the situation with such little information always helps me to feel safe and seen, and it really facilitates the sessions to feel meaningful and worthwhile. I’m so grateful to Ruth and look forward to the future benefits of continued sessions with her.
Ruth is warm and thoughtful during out sessions. She uses reflective questions and confirms her understanding of what I've said to help us stay on the right track.
Ruth has been the most supportive and understanding person that brightens my week and helps me move forward. I look forward to my sessions and feel so much better afterwards
she listens and helps me feel heard when no one else in my life does
Ruth is a great listener and I feel really great and positive after each session with her. Every time I chat to her, I feel like there is nothing that can't be solved.
Ruth is very kind and a great listener. I really appreciate how she goes out of her way to make sure I feel like I made progress on an issue before we end each session. She is very honest and makes me feel very respected and like my feelings are valid.
Ruth has been so supportive and has really helped me to understand a difficult situation with guidance and kind words of encouragement and support. She has made the world of difference to me at a difficult time.
Ruth is a very dedicated and understanding therapist that offers the support needed in a non-judgemental and professional manner. With Ruth's guidance I've been able to address some difficult issues and gain a new perspective on myself.
I reached out at a time when I needed support manage anxiety. Ruth's guidance helps me develp tools to deal with anxiety and understand where it comes from and how to see it as a guide. She enables me to rewrite my story and build the courage to seek things that have always scared me. I am very grateful for the help!
Ruth is a wonderful counselor. She is an incredibly good listener, insightful, and I can tell she cares. If you want to get better, seek Ruth out.
Ruth is a great Counselor, she was very supportive and caring and really helped make a difference in my situation. I strongly recommend her to anyone.
Ruth is a compassionate, experienced, supportive counselor with good advice
Ruth is lovely and kind, makes me feel safe in our sessions and proud of my progress. I have gone from dreading therapy to looking forward to my weekly sessions with Ruth
Frequently asked questions
Does Ruth Carter offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Ruth Carter works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Ruth Carter speak?
Ruth Carter speaks English.
How many years of experience does Ruth Carter have?
Ruth Carter has 13 years of experience.
Where is Ruth Carter licensed to practice?
Ruth Carter is licensed to practice in Missouri.
Does Ruth Carter accept clients outside of the United States?
Yes, Ruth Carter accepts clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Ruth Carter offer?
Ruth Carter offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Mindfulness Therapy.
How can I communicate with Ruth Carter?
Ruth Carter can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Ruth Carter?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.