Ruth Kizer
Texas LPC offering CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and collaborative care
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About
Ruth Kizer, LPC, is a Texas-based counselor with 28 years of clinical experience. She has provided care in a local state hospital, an outpatient mental health clinic, and a volunteer counseling center. She also taught school for two years and has served as a mentor to students. Those professional settings have informed a practical, person-focused approach to treatment.
Her practice addresses a broad range of concerns, including stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship and family issues, grief, depression, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related matters, eating and sleeping challenges, parenting, anger, self esteem, career questions, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue. Ruth describes her style as relaxed and interactive and emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion in sessions. She draws on a mix of client-centered methods and evidence-informed techniques to tailor care to each person's needs. Ruth is available to support individuals who are ready to explore change and work toward the goals they identify.
Her practice addresses a broad range of concerns, including stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship and family issues, grief, depression, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related matters, eating and sleeping challenges, parenting, anger, self esteem, career questions, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue. Ruth describes her style as relaxed and interactive and emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion in sessions. She draws on a mix of client-centered methods and evidence-informed techniques to tailor care to each person's needs. Ruth is available to support individuals who are ready to explore change and work toward the goals they identify.
- Location:
- Texas, United States
- Years Experience:
- 28
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- No
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Relationship issues, Grief, Depression
Other areas of experience: Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, Abandonment, Avoidant personality, Blended family issues, Body image, Cancer, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Domestic violence, Family of origin issues, Forgiveness, Infidelity, Intellectual disability, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Mood disorders, Personality disorders, Postpartum depression, Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, Somatization, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: TX LPC 13220
- NPI Number: 1710639810
- License: LPC (Texas)
Remote therapy methods and therapeutic approaches
Ruth uses cognitive-behavioral therapy to help identify thought patterns and the behaviors that follow. In accessible, step-by-step work, CBT can be used to explore practical strategies for responding to stress, anxiety, and mood concerns. Dialectical behavior therapy is offered as another structured approach that focuses on building skills for managing strong emotions and improving interpersonal effectiveness.
Mindfulness therapy is also part of the approach and is presented in straightforward practices to increase present-moment awareness and coping with distress. Throughout remote work, these methods are applied in a collaborative way: Ruth tailors techniques to match each person's goals and preferences rather than using a single rigid plan.
Online sessions can take place by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, giving multiple ways to connect depending on communication style and need. Motivational interviewing and narrative therapy are available as additional tools to explore motivation and personal stories when those approaches fit the work.
How many years has Ruth been practicing?
Ruth Kizer has 28 years of experience as a licensed counselor.
What are Ruth's professional credentials?
She holds the LPC credential and is licensed as TX LPC 13220.
Which languages does she speak?
This profile indicates that she provides services in English.
Where is Ruth located?
Ruth practices in Texas.
What communication methods are available for sessions?
Sessions can be conducted via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does she accept international clients?
No. This profile indicates she does not accept international clients.
How is cost determined?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with Ruth?
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