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LMHC

Ruth Hickmon, LMHC

  • Experience6 years
  • LocationFlorida
  • Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Relationship
  • Therapy approachesClient-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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About Ruth

Ruth Hickmon is an LMHC based in Florida who focuses on a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma and abuse, grief, relationship dynamics, and self-esteem.

Background and approach

She frames therapy as a collaborative process that helps clients recognize the role of change in personal growth and develop practical strategies to manage overwhelming feelings. Ruth emphasizes compassionate support while guiding clients to build resilience and clearer self-understanding.

Her practice emphasizes tailoring interventions to each person’s needs, blending evidence-informed methods to address emotional pain and everyday challenges. Clients can expect a supportive environment for exploring experiences, learning coping skills, and strengthening confidence.

With six years of clinical experience, Ruth brings steady, solution-oriented care aimed at helping people move forward from difficult moments and find healthier patterns in life and relationships.

Approaches that guide online care and flexibility

Ruth uses Client-Centered Therapy to place the client's perspective at the center of the work, offering empathy and support while clients explore their values and goals. This approach is especially helpful for building self-understanding and strengthening emotional safety in sessions.

She also draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify unhelpful thinking patterns and develop concrete skills for managing anxiety, mood shifts, and ADHD-related challenges. CBT focuses on practical strategies that can be practiced between sessions to reduce distress and improve daily functioning.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Ruth collaborates with each client to determine which methods fit best with their needs, goals, and preferences. She tailors techniques and pacing so that the work feels manageable and aligned with what the client hopes to achieve.

Offering video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging makes therapy more accessible for people with busy schedules or mobility limits. These formats allow for consistent contact, flexible scheduling, and ongoing support between meetings, helping clients maintain momentum while working toward their goals.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Ruth commonly help with?
She works with a broad set of issues including stress, anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma and abuse, grief, relationship and intimacy-related concerns, anger, self-esteem, parenting, and coping with life changes.
What is Ruth's overall therapeutic style?
Her style is compassionate and person-focused, aiming to create a supportive environment where clients can explore their experiences and develop healthier coping strategies.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Ruth has practiced for six years providing counseling in a independent practice setting since 2015.
What are her credentials and where is she licensed?
She holds the LMHC credential and is licensed in Florida with the designation FL LMHC MH16904.
Does she offer services in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English, and she is not currently accepting international clients.
Which session formats are available for working together?
Clients can connect via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different preferences and schedules.
How are fees and subscriptions handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions are delivered through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What is the first step to begin therapy with her?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling a session according to her availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesAnger managementSelf esteemDepression

Also works with

Trauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesCoping with life changesADHD

Additional focus areas

Caregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionFamily of origin issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposePanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Gottman MethodMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

6+ years

Licensed

Florida

Languages

English

What Ruth can help with

Ruth Hickmon works with clients on stress and anxiety, relationship issues, anger management, self esteem, and depression.

Ruth works with Stress, Depression, Anxiety, and ADHD.

How Ruth approaches therapy

Ruth's clinical approaches include Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Gottman Method, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

Experience and training

Ruth is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor practicing in Florida, with 6 years of clinical experience.