Ruth Miles, LMFT, CA | Psychotherapist

About Ruth Miles

Focus areas

Addiction / Substance Abuse

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Parenting Counseling

Alcoholism

Eating Disorder

Stress Management

Anxiety

Life Transition

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Strength-Based

Person-Centered

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Ruth Miles

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a Master's in Counseling Psychology from California State University, Bakersfield. As a therapist, I view our work together as a collaborative journey. I am committed to creating a supportive and empathetic space where you can explore your concerns and determine the best path forward for your life. While I feel comfortable and qualified to work with a wide range of concerns, some of my specific areas of focus include depression, anxiety, self-esteem, body image issues, disordered eating behaviors, addiction, codependency concerns, and grief. My approach is tailored to meet you where you are, offering a compassionate environment to explore your thoughts and feelings. Together, we will work toward understanding the roots of your challenges and developing effective strategies to foster a healthier, more fulfilling life. I also incorporate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy interventions to assist people in challenging and changing thinking patterns that negatively impact them. I have a warm and friendly communication style and create a supportive, empathetic space. I am extremely nonjudgmental, and clients often express feeling very safe and comfortable in our sessions. My journey to mental healthcare began with a strong desire to help others, which initially drew me to the field of therapy. From a young age, I noticed how deeply fulfilling it is to support those around me through difficult times, and I quickly realized that I wanted to dedicate my career to helping people navigate their personal challenges.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Peer Relationship Struggles

Postpartum Depression

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Peer Relationship Struggles

Postpartum Depression

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - Central CA

Education and training

California State University, Bakersfield, Master's in Counseling Psychology

NPI number

1972629566

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What practice does Ruth Miles work with?

Ruth Miles works with Rula Health - Central CA.

What are common reasons for patients to see Ruth Miles?

Ruth Miles frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Ruth Miles on their profile.