Ruth Elizabeth Dubois

Ruth Elizabeth Dubois, a Licensed Professional Counselor, understands that the journey into therapy can often feel daunting. Her mission is to foster an environment that meets clients where they are and encourages a collaborative process centered around their personal goals and unique needs. Ruth specializes in mood disorders, anxiety disorders, suicidality and self-harm, substance use issues, trauma survivors, LGBTQA+ populations, relationship and family systems, as well as working with children and adolescents. She believes that therapy is most effective in a safe, empathetic, and non-judgmental setting, allowing individuals to be supported through both challenges and triumphs. Ruth is dedicated to creating a client-centered atmosphere that focuses on building resilience and achieving goals. By employing an array of therapeutic techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) techniques, mindfulness practices, and trauma-focused CBT, she tailors her approach to each client's needs. With a belief in innate resilience, Ruth recognizes that people are often doing their best within their circumstances, and she aims to cultivate a collaborative environment that inspires clarity, effective coping strategies, and the potential for meaningful change. Her genuine and empathetic style emphasizes the individual strengths, goals, and preferences of those she works with, making her a compassionate guide in the therapeutic journey.