Ruth Hickmon

Ruth Hickmon offers practical, compassionate support for adults navigating stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, anger, low self-esteem, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy concerns, parenting challenges, life transitions, and ADHD. She meets people where they are and works collaboratively to help restore a sense of control and forward momentum.

She is a master’s-level clinician licensed to practice mental health counseling in Florida and holds national certification as a counselor. With six years of clinical experience, Ruth has worked with adults in outpatient settings and brings a steady, empathetic presence to therapy.

Her approach focuses on providing support, acceptance, insight, and guidance so clients can reach their desired level of functioning. She draws on a range of evidence-informed methods including Somatic Theory, Interpersonal Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), person-centered work, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), and Trauma-Focused CBT to tailor treatment to each person’s needs.

Ruth recognizes that scheduling can be difficult as life gets busier, and she asks clients to give 24 hours notice when canceling an appointment so others may use the time. Cancellations made within 24 hours are treated as no-shows; one no-show is allowed, after which the platform may charge for the session. Following a second no-show, Ruth will limit care to messaging rather than scheduled live appointments. She will not cancel appointments without giving notice and will help reschedule if she needs to change a session.

If someone is considering a different therapist, Ruth encourages messaging her first so she can assist with the transition and follow up on the therapy experience. She aims to make the process respectful and supportive while helping clients find the right fit for their needs.