Ruth MacBain

Holistic Jungian therapist specializing in trauma and relationships

About

I am licensed in Community Mental Health in Maine and New Hampshire and have a master’s level certificate in Substance Use Disorders. My background is in working in residential treatment and Integrated Treatment for Co-Occurring Disorders. The modalities I use in a collaborative approach with clients; are Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy as well as Seeking Safety and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Integration for Substance Use Disorders when teaching groups. I have experience and training in LGBTQ, Anxiety, Depression and PTSD as well as Autism and the Intellectually Disabled population.
My areas of interest when I am not at work are volunteering for Adaptive Sports Supporting people with Autism and helping people overcome challenges related to disabilities. I love the outdoors and hiking , biking and swimming.

Years Experience: 11

Location: New Hampshire, United States

Accepting New Clients: No

Gender: Female

Accepting international clients: No

NPI Number: 1558915751

Credentials: ME LCPC CC7025, NH LCMHC 2331

Languages Spoken: English

Licenses: LCMHC (New Hampshire) #2331 exp 2027-03-01 • LCPC (Maine) #CC7025 exp 2027-07-31

List of Specialties: Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Self esteem, Depression, Compassion fatigue, Family, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Eating, Coping with life changes, Female therapist, Older, Liberal therapist

Where Can You Work With This Therapist: BetterHelp

Therapist of color: No

Communication options: Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

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Ruth MacBain

Compassionate counselor specializing in co-occurring disorders

Substance use expertise
Trauma-informed care
LGBTQ and disability support

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About

Ruth MacBain is a licensed clinical counselor practicing in New Hampshire with 11 years of experience. She is licensed as a clinical professional counselor in Maine and as a clinical mental health counselor in New Hampshire, and she also holds a master’s-level certificate in Substance Use Disorders.

Her professional background includes work in residential treatment and in integrated treatment for co-occurring disorders. Ruth uses a collaborative approach and draws from Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. When leading groups she incorporates Seeking Safety and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy integration specifically for substance use disorders.

Ruth has experience and training supporting LGBTQ individuals and people managing anxiety, depression, and PTSD, and she has worked with clients on the autism spectrum as well as those with intellectual disabilities. Outside of clinical work she volunteers with adaptive sports, supports people with autism, and helps individuals overcome challenges related to disabilities. She enjoys the outdoors and spends free time hiking, biking, and swimming.

Location: New Hampshire, United States

Years Experience: 11

Gender: Female

Languages Spoken: English

Therapist of Color: No

Communication Options: Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Specialties

Primary area of focus: Addictions, Compassion fatigue, Depression, Self esteem, Stress, Anxiety

Other areas of experience: Abandonment, Attachment issues, Coping with life changes, Divorce, Eating, Family, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Prejudice and discrimination, Separation, Trauma and abuse

Therapeutic approach: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Jungian Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy

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Therapist Available Through: BetterHelp

Currently Accepting New Clients: No

Accepting International Clients: No

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Credentials & Verification

Credentials: ME LCPC CC7025, NH LCMHC 2331
NPI Number: 1558915751
License: LCMHC (New Hampshire) #2331 exp 2027-03-01 • LCPC (Maine) #CC7025 exp 2027-07-31

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How much experience does Ruth MacBain have?

Ruth MacBain brings 11 years of clinical experience to her therapy practice.

Is Ruth MacBain a licensed therapist?

Yes. Ruth MacBain holds professional counseling licensure in both Maine and New Hampshire.

In which languages does Ruth MacBain provide therapy?

Ruth MacBain provides therapy in English.

Where is Ruth MacBain located?

Ruth MacBain is located in New Hampshire.

How can I work with Ruth MacBain as my therapist?

You can work with Ruth MacBain through Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging.

How much does therapy with Ruth MacBain cost?

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