Ruth Fitzgerald , BACP
Psychodynamically trained therapist in the United Kingdom
- Anxiety and depression
- Addictions and trauma
- Relationship and family
About Ruth Fitzgerald
Ruth Fitzgerald is a psychodynamically trained practitioner with nine years of experience supporting people through a wide range of challenges, including depression, anxiety, addictive behaviours, relationship difficulties and abuse. She creates a compassionate, non-judgmental space where clients can explore their concerns at a pace that feels manageable, and she helps uncover the underlying patterns and feelings that contribute to current struggles.
Ruth aims to help clients understand why they feel the way they do and to identify practical ways of coping that lead to a more satisfying day-to-day life. By working together to examine past influences and present patterns, clients can gain clarity, broaden their options and build the confidence to make decisions that suit their values and goals. Her approach supports insight into how early attachments and life experiences shape relationships and emotional responses.
She draws on a range of therapeutic methods to address issues such as stress, addictions, trauma and abuse, eating concerns, grief, anger, low self-esteem, ADHD and family or relationship problems. Ruth emphasises a collaborative working relationship in which thoughts, feelings and memories can be explored openly in a personal setting.
Ruth is registered with the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy) and brings psychodynamic training to help clients achieve deeper understanding and meaningful change over time. She looks forward to supporting clients as they work towards improved emotional wellbeing and more effective ways of coping with life’s challenges.
Ruth aims to help clients understand why they feel the way they do and to identify practical ways of coping that lead to a more satisfying day-to-day life. By working together to examine past influences and present patterns, clients can gain clarity, broaden their options and build the confidence to make decisions that suit their values and goals. Her approach supports insight into how early attachments and life experiences shape relationships and emotional responses.
She draws on a range of therapeutic methods to address issues such as stress, addictions, trauma and abuse, eating concerns, grief, anger, low self-esteem, ADHD and family or relationship problems. Ruth emphasises a collaborative working relationship in which thoughts, feelings and memories can be explored openly in a personal setting.
Ruth is registered with the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy) and brings psychodynamic training to help clients achieve deeper understanding and meaningful change over time. She looks forward to supporting clients as they work towards improved emotional wellbeing and more effective ways of coping with life’s challenges.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Relationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefAnger managementSelf esteemCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHearing impairedHoardingImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaTrichotillomaniaVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Jungian Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Ruth Fitzgerald have?
Ruth Fitzgerald has nine years of experience.
Is Ruth Fitzgerald a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy).
In which languages does Ruth Fitzgerald provide therapy?
Ruth provides therapy in English.
Where is Ruth Fitzgerald located?
Ruth is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Ruth Fitzgerald as my therapist?
You can work with Ruth through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Ruth Fitzgerald work with international clients?
Ruth Fitzgerald does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Ruth Fitzgerald 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 canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, please click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started 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.
Therapeutic approaches and online support
Ruth integrates established therapeutic methods to suit individual needs. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationships shape patterns of relating and emotional responses; it can help clients understand and change how they connect with others and manage feelings in close relationships. Client-Centered Therapy places the client’s experience at the heart of the process - the therapist offers empathy and reflection so clients can explore their own values, choices and strengths at their own pace. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) works by identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviours and developing practical strategies to change them, which can be useful for anxiety, depression and stress management.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Ruth works collaboratively with each person to decide which methods fit their needs, goals and preferences. She tailors sessions so clients feel involved in shaping the work and can adjust the focus as progress is made.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to meet, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to schedule sessions around work, family or mobility needs, and they allow clients to access licensed professionals and therapists from their own location while maintaining continuity of care.