- Client-Centred Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Speaks English and Yoruba
About Ruth
Ruth Gus is a counsellor registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and has 15 years of practice in the United Kingdom. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, and intimacy-related concerns. She also supports those dealing with depression, grief, sleeping problems, anger, self-esteem and career pressures.
Ruth uses straightforward conversation to help people think about what matters most to them. Sessions focus on listening and reflecting back what the client brings. She encourages clear goals and gentle steps rather than rushed fixes.
Her work often covers family-related strains, care and caregiver stress, codependency and communication problems. She also helps people coping with separation, blended family issues, attachment and abandonment concerns, and the emotional effects of cancer and bereavement.
Ruth draws on Client-Centred Therapy to follow how a person presents in the room, and uses Motivational Interviewing to support people who want to make concrete changes. She helps clients talk through difficult memories and practise new ways of handling stressful situations.
Sessions are practical and paced to the individual. Ruth speaks English and Yoruba, and she accepts international clients. If someone prefers, she will discuss whether short-term coaching or longer therapeutic work best meets their needs.
How Ruth uses talking therapies online
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening carefully and reflecting back what a person says. It helps people clarify their own thoughts and feelings and decide what matters to them. Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative way to explore ambivalence and build motivation for change, often used when someone wants to make practical steps in life.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Ruth will discuss different ways of working and agree a plan that fits someone’s aims, pace and preferences. She aims to help clients decide whether to concentrate on short-term change, ongoing therapy, or a mix of both.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm the current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions around busy schedules, reduce travel time and allow a quicker check-in between meetings. Some formats use less bandwidth or do not require the camera to be on, which can suit quieter check-ins or shorter appointments. Registered or accredited professionals often find online sessions help people maintain continuity of care when life gets busy.
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Experience
15+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English, Yoruba
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she work with?
Ruth works with stress, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma and intimacy-related issues, plus related areas such as grief, sleeping problems and self-esteem.
What is her therapeutic style?
She follows a client-centred approach, listening and reflecting, and uses motivational interviewing to help people make practical changes.
How much experience does she have?
She has 15 years of professional practice in the United Kingdom.
What credentials and location should I note?
She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and works from the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Yoruba.
Can people outside the UK work with her?
She accepts international clients and can discuss how to work across different time zones and needs.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start a first session?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.