Ruth Fitzgerald , BACP

Ruth Fitzgerald offers a steady, reflective approach to therapy for people facing depression, anxiety, addictive behaviours, relationship difficulties and experiences of abuse. She creates a calm space where matters can be explored at a comfortable pace, helping people make sense of why they feel as they do and what underlies the problems they bring. Ruth works alongside each person to identify practical ways of coping and to support steps toward a more satisfying, manageable life.

Her work recognises that life can feel confusing, distressing and at times overwhelming, and that emotions such as anxiety, anger or hopelessness can make daily life feel unmanageable. Through talking therapy she helps people examine recurring patterns of behaviour and the feelings those patterns stir up, with the aim of increasing awareness and widening options for change. As insight grows, clients often find they have more choice about how to respond and greater confidence to manage life effectively.

Ruth is psychodynamically trained - a form of therapy that seeks deeper change by exploring the inner world and how past relationships influence present ones. She also holds the BACP credential, indicating membership of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. Her practice emphasises compassion, non-judgement and a supportive working relationship to help people understand themselves, process difficult feelings and move toward healthier patterns of living.

Approaches that guide online therapy

Ruth often draws on Attachment-Based Therapy and Client-Centered Therapy to shape her work online. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at early relationship patterns and how they influence current emotional responses and connections - it can be helpful for people struggling with abandonment, relationship difficulties or attachment issues. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on a respectful, empathetic relationship in which the therapist reflects and supports the client's own pace and goals - this approach is useful when someone needs a non-judgemental space to explore feelings and make decisions about change.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey, and Ruth will work collaboratively to find what fits best with a person's needs, goals and preferences. Together they will consider which methods feel helpful and adjust the approach as understanding and progress develop.

Online sessions by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging offer flexibility for people balancing work, family or mobility needs. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of support, attend sessions from different locations, and choose the format that feels most comfortable for discussing sensitive issues with licensed professionals and experienced therapists.