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Ruth Jackson, LCSW

Experienced LCSW supporting individuals and families
  • 20 years experience
  • LCSW licensed in Florida
  • Works with international clients

About Ruth Jackson

Ruth Jackson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 20 years of experience providing mental health support. Her LCSW credential indicates professional training and a state license to deliver clinical social work and therapeutic services. Based in Florida, she brings both professional and personal life experience to her practice, having raised three multiracial children as a single mother in the Southern United States and progressed from work as a Certified Nursing Assistant to a long career in social work.

Her approach centers on the client and combines practical, evidence-informed methods to build individualized plans. She draws on client-centered therapy along with Solution-Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Narrative Therapy, and also integrates approaches such as Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, and Internal Family Systems when appropriate. Ruth emphasizes collaborative goal setting and values the moments of insight and progress that occur during the therapeutic process.

Over the course of her career she has worked with hundreds of people from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds, from individuals with significant financial resources to those rebuilding after homelessness. She is known for compassionate care and for offering practical ideas that clients can apply to their lives. Ruth makes clear to clients that fit matters in therapy and supports seeking a different therapist if another match would better support a person reaching their goals.

Her specialties include family issues, self-esteem, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, stress and anxiety, LGBT concerns, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, sleep problems, parenting, career and coaching, and depression. She also addresses related areas such as abandonment, caregiver stress, codependency, communication and commitment issues, domestic violence, life purpose, and multicultural concerns. Ruth practices in English and is based in Florida.

Areas of Expertise

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDomestic violenceFamily problemsForgivenessLife purposeMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveWomen's issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Ruth Jackson have?

Ruth Jackson has 20 years of experience in clinical social work and delivering therapeutic services.

Is Ruth Jackson a licensed therapist?

Yes. Ruth holds the LCSW credential, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Her license details are FL LCSW SW15821.

In which languages does Ruth Jackson provide therapy?

Ruth provides therapy in English.

Where is Ruth Jackson located?

Ruth is located in Florida.

How can I work with Ruth Jackson as my therapist?

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

Does Ruth Jackson work with international clients?

Yes, Ruth Jackson works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Ruth Jackson 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 Virtual Therapy Be a Good Fit?

Many people consider whether remote therapy can meet their needs. For a wide range of everyday concerns - including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and life transitions - online therapy can deliver outcomes comparable to traditional in-person care.

One major benefit is flexibility. Clients can choose the format that works best for them, connecting by video call, phone, live chat, or in-app messaging. This flexibility helps make therapy more accessible for those with busy schedules, caregiving responsibilities, mobility limitations, or geographical constraints.

Therapists offering online services are licensed professionals, and clients may change therapists if they do not feel a good fit. For many people, virtual sessions provide a practical and effective way to pursue consistent therapeutic work while fitting into everyday life.

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