Ruth Racz is a Licensed Professional Counselor who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship strain, and life transitions.
01About Ruth
Ruth Racz is a Licensed Professional Counselor who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship strain, and life transitions. She keeps conversations direct and down-to-earth so clients can talk about what matters to them without judgment. Ruth has 14 years of experience working in community mental health in Alabama.
She earned a master’s degree from Troy University in 2011 and has worked steadily with adults experiencing a wide range of concerns, from mood disorders to trauma and co-occurring conditions.
Background and approach
In sessions she favors a conversational style. Ruth draws on client-centered ideas to follow each person’s lead, and uses cognitive behavioral techniques to address thoughts and behaviors that get in the way. She also incorporates mindfulness to help people manage intense emotions in the moment.
Ruth describes therapy as a place to be honest and real. She invites clients to speak openly about what’s important and to try practical steps between sessions. Expect a mix of listening, problem solving, and skill-building tailored to daily life.
Outside of work she is married and a parent, which informs her understanding of family and caregiver stress. Her background in community settings means she is familiar with common life pressures and practical supports people need while coping and healing.
02Credentials
- LPC (Alabama)
- License LPC03498 · expires July 2027
- NPI
- 1073970596 · national provider identifier
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03Focus areas and approaches
Everything Ruth lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Career difficulties
- Bipolar disorder
- Depression
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Coping with life changes
- Coaching
- Compassion fatigue
- Abandonment
- Aging and geriatric issues
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Codependency
- Commitment issues
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Dependent personality
- Emptiness
- Family problems
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Impulsivity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Midlife crisis
- Mood disorders
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Paranoia
- Personality disorders
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Self-love
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Women's issues
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
Methods Ruth names
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
These are the methods Ruth names on their own professional profile. Naming an approach is not evidence of training or certification in it, and this directory checks no training records. Ask directly if it matters to you.
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04Online support
Approaches for Online Support and Skills Practice
Client-centered work focuses on the person’s priorities and experience. The therapist follows what matters to the client and keeps sessions conversational so goals come from the client’s life. This helps when someone needs a safe place to sort out feelings and next steps.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at the connections between thoughts, feelings, and actions. In online sessions this often means identifying unhelpful thought patterns and practicing small behavior changes to reduce anxiety, depression, or relationship stress.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, adds practical skills for managing intense emotions and improving communication. It is useful for people who want tools for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and clearer boundaries in relationships.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss options and collaborate with the client to choose methods that match goals, preferences, and day-to-day demands. That process may change over time as needs shift.
Online sessions can fit into busy lives. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation, phone sessions require less bandwidth, live chat can be a quicker check-in, and text messaging supports brief touchpoints or ongoing coaching between meetings. These formats make it easier to use therapy techniques in real situations and to keep consistent momentum.
05Questions people ask
What kinds of concerns does she help with?
Ruth works with a broad range of issues including stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar mood concerns, trauma and abuse, grief, relationship difficulties, parenting strain, and compassion fatigue.
What is her therapy style like?
Her approach is conversational and practical. She listens closely, uses client-centered techniques, and adds CBT, DBT, or mindfulness tools when they fit the situation.
How long has she been practicing?
She has 14 years of experience working in community mental health settings and earned a master’s degree in 2011.
Where is she licensed and based?
Ruth is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Alabama.
Are sessions offered in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English. She is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
She offers several online formats including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How does payment work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling according to the therapist’s availability.
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