Ruth Richards, BACP
Integrative counsellor supporting healing and change
- Empathic and nonjudgmental
- Tailored to client pace
- Short and long-term support
About Ruth Richards
Ruth Richards is an experienced integrative counsellor who has supported people through personal change for 16 years. She offers a calm, down-to-earth presence and works with clients who come to therapy for many reasons - to reconnect with themselves, to process painful past events, or to learn new skills for coping with everyday stress and relationships. Ruth focuses on building a therapeutic relationship where clients feel listened to and understood, and she adapts the pace and focus of sessions to each person's needs.
Her practice draws on a range of therapeutic techniques, combined as appropriate for the individual, so clients receive an approach tailored to their goals. Ruth provides both short-term and longer-term counselling and encourages active self-exploration to identify patterns that may be maintaining current difficulties. She aims to help clients set realistic goals and practise new ways of thinking and behaving that support greater life satisfaction.
Ruth is a member of BACP, a professional counselling association in the United Kingdom, and she uses empathic listening and collaborative problem-solving to guide the work. She offers a nonjudgmental space where people can safely explore emotions, resolve problems, and build skills to move beyond limiting patterns.
Her practice draws on a range of therapeutic techniques, combined as appropriate for the individual, so clients receive an approach tailored to their goals. Ruth provides both short-term and longer-term counselling and encourages active self-exploration to identify patterns that may be maintaining current difficulties. She aims to help clients set realistic goals and practise new ways of thinking and behaving that support greater life satisfaction.
Ruth is a member of BACP, a professional counselling association in the United Kingdom, and she uses empathic listening and collaborative problem-solving to guide the work. She offers a nonjudgmental space where people can safely explore emotions, resolve problems, and build skills to move beyond limiting patterns.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
GriefParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Ruth Richards have?
Ruth Richards has 16 years of experience working with clients in counselling and psychotherapy.
Is Ruth Richards a registered therapist?
Yes. Ruth Richards holds the credential BACP, which denotes membership of a professional counselling association in the United Kingdom.
In which languages does Ruth Richards provide therapy?
Ruth Richards provides therapy in English.
Where is Ruth Richards located?
Ruth Richards is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Ruth Richards as my therapist?
You can work with Ruth Richards through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Ruth Richards work with international clients?
Yes, Ruth Richards works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Ruth Richards 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 cancelled 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.
Integrative approaches and remote therapy that fit your life
Ruth Richards draws on several evidence-informed approaches to tailor work to each client. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters to them and develop practical skills for accepting difficult thoughts and feelings while taking committed steps toward meaningful goals - it can be useful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on patterns in close relationships and how early bonds influence current connections; this work supports people coping with relationship difficulties, abandonment, and attachment issues. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a supportive, empathic relationship in which the therapist reflects and listens deeply to help clients explore their own solutions and build self-understanding.Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process, and Ruth works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts techniques over time so the work remains practical and relevant.
Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility - sessions can take place by video call or phone, and shorter exchanges can be managed via live chat or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, allow ongoing contact between sessions when appropriate, and enable work with registered professionals from different locations.