She has been my support in getting me through my darkest times. Thank you Ruth for all that you do. You’ve impacted me in such a positive way and I feel more confident in tackling my inner doubts and anxiety.
Ruth MacBain, LCMHC
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 13 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in New Hampshire and Maine
Recent reviews
Warm, kind, good listener. She seems not just wise but spiritually-wise as well. Highly recommend!
More about Ruth
- 11 years' experience
- Female
- LCMHC, LCPC
I am licensed in Community Mental Health in Maine and New Hampshire and have a master's level certificate in Substance Use Disorders. My background is in working in residential treatment and Integrated Treatment for Co-Occurring Disorders. The modalities I use in a collaborative approach with clients; are Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy as well as Seeking Safety and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Integration for Substance Use Disorders when teaching groups. I have experience and training in LGBTQ, Anxiety, Depression and PTSD as well as Autism and the Intellectually Disabled population.
My areas of interest when I am not at work are volunteering for Adaptive Sports Supporting people with Autism and helping people overcome challenges related to disabilities. I love the outdoors and hiking , biking and swimming.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Addictions
Self esteem
Depression
Compassion fatigue
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Eating disorders
Coping with life changes
Abandonment
Attachment issues
Divorce and separation
Drug and Alcohol Addiction
Prejudice and Discrimination
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Jungian Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
Licenses
Ruth MacBain's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1558915751.
- LCMHC · New Hampshire · 2331 · Expires March 2025
- LCPC · Maine · CC7025 · Expires July 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 allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Ruth MacBain
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
She has been my support in getting me through my darkest times. Thank you Ruth for all that you do. You’ve impacted me in such a positive way and I feel more confident in tackling my inner doubts and anxiety.
Warm, kind, good listener. She seems not just wise but spiritually-wise as well. Highly recommend!
She is an amazing therapist! I always feel listened to and leave feeling better than when i went in
Ruth is a very sweet and kind individual, sensitive to my needs, and resourceful in providing guidance for me.
Ruth is a good listener. She offers good insight and offers tools to support my goals. I have been able to make progress with her help.
Easy to work with and understanding...
Ruth is absolutely wonderful to work with. I know a lot of people say that about their therapist's, but, Ruth has this amazing ability to talk to you in such a way that you forget she is a therapist; she speaks to you as if you were someone she cares about and that means so much. She never has a judgemental tone, never dismisses feelings that you have about something and always reminds you that you are free and safe to share anything and everything that you need to while you are talking with her. She establishes trust straight away and makes sure that you fully understand what her obligations are when it comes to talk about you harming yourself or others. I have had the absolute privilege of getting lucky each time I have reached out for help throughout my adult life in that I get matched with someone I click and feel comfortable with straight away. Ruth is just phenomenal in what she does; I recommend BetterHelp to my friends/family all the time!
I really love having Ruth as my therapist! She is fantastic and helps me through what i am going through
Ruth has been very helpful. She knows so much and provides guidance that has made a difference to me.
I really feel heard and supported by Ruth. You can tell she truly cares for her patients and is committed to help however she can. I have not had the best experience with therapists so working with Ruth has been a breath of fresh air.
This service has been awesome! I would definitely recommend to anyone who needs it
Wonderful therapist!
Ruth has been great so far - only through 1 session but still! I feel supported and seen. Much better than the last option I was given. I’m looking forward to our next session
Frequently asked questions
Does Ruth MacBain offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Ruth MacBain 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 MacBain speak?
Ruth MacBain speaks English.
How many years of experience does Ruth MacBain have?
Ruth MacBain has 11 years of experience.
Where is Ruth MacBain licensed to practice?
Ruth MacBain is licensed to practice in New Hampshire and Maine.
Does Ruth MacBain accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Ruth MacBain does not accept 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 MacBain offer?
Ruth MacBain offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Jungian Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Narrative Therapy.
How can I communicate with Ruth MacBain?
Ruth MacBain 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 MacBain?
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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.