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Ruth Carter, LPC

Licensed counselor guiding meaningful personal change
  • Stress and anxiety
  • Relationship support
  • Grief and loss

About Ruth Carter

Ruth Carter is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 13 years of experience who transitioned into counseling after a career in teaching. While teaching, she noticed many students needed emotional guidance in addition to academic support, which led her to pursue formal training in counseling and change her professional path.

Over the course of her career she has worked with people facing a wide range of concerns - from making difficult decisions and coping with situational depression to managing major mental health conditions and confronting addictive behaviors. She approaches change as challenging but achievable, and she centers her work on helping clients build on their existing strengths to develop meaningful, practical strategies.

Ruth emphasizes listening as a core part of the therapeutic process and creates an environment where clients can explore their experiences with respect and compassion. She is trained in multiple therapeutic approaches and will at times offer gentle challenges to help shift unhelpful patterns of thinking. Ruth holds the LPC credential - Licensed Professional Counselor - and she aims to partner with clients to find useful, individualized pathways forward. She encourages anyone seeking assistance and wishes them well on their journey.

Areas of Expertise

Additional Focus Areas

Aging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Sexual assault and abuseYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Ruth Carter have?

Ruth Carter has 13 years of experience in the counseling field.

Is Ruth Carter a licensed therapist?

Yes. Ruth Carter holds the LPC credential - Licensed Professional Counselor. License details are MO LPC 000916.

In which languages does Ruth Carter provide therapy?

Ruth Carter provides therapy in English.

Where is Ruth Carter located?

Ruth Carter is located in Missouri.

How can I work with Ruth Carter as my therapist?

You can work with Ruth Carter through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Ruth Carter work with international clients?

Yes, Ruth Carter works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Ruth Carter cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Could Remote Counseling Be a Good Fit for You?

Many people wonder whether online therapy can truly make a difference. For many common concerns - such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or navigating life changes - online therapy has been shown to be just as effective as traditional in-person sessions.

One major benefit is flexibility. Individuals can connect with their therapist in the mode that feels most comfortable - through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging - which can make it easier to fit counseling into a busy schedule.

Licensed professionals offer a range of approaches and supports, and clients can change therapists if they would like a different fit. For many people, online sessions provide a practical and accessible way to pursue consistent therapeutic work with trained therapists.

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