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Ruth Belfield, BACP

Online sessions across the UK 4+ years in practice

Ruth Belfield helps people through relationship strain, low self-esteem, career crossroads, anxiety, stress and grief.

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About Ruth

Ruth Belfield helps people through relationship strain, low self-esteem, career crossroads, anxiety, stress and grief. She also supports those dealing with sleep and eating difficulties, parenting pressures, anger, compassion fatigue, ADHD and issues linked to first responder roles. Her style is warm and respectful and she aims to make the first step feel manageable.

Ruth keeps sessions focused and practical. She tailors conversations and plans to each person's situation. That might mean setting small goals, practising coping skills, or talking through difficult feelings until they feel clearer.

Background and approach

She has four years of professional experience and holds membership of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP. Ruth emphasises sensitivity and compassion in her work and aims to create a calm space for honest discussion. People meet Ruth to get support when life becomes overwhelming or to find a way forward after loss or change.

She combines listening with structured steps so clients leave with tools they can use between sessions. Ruth works with people who want both practical help and emotional understanding. She encourages clients to set achievable aims and reviews progress as therapy continues.

Her approach is collaborative so the plan adjusts as needs shift.

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BACP 390272 April 2026

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Sessions and payment

Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.

Costs are shown on the partner platform before you commit. If cost is a concern, ask about reduced-fee options.

Focus areas and approaches

What Ruth works with

Everything Ruth lists, in their own terms.

Online support

Ruth works with evidence-based therapeutic techniques that aim to make change practical and manageable. One common approach focuses on building coping strategies - learning simple ways to reduce anxiety and manage stress day to day. Another approach emphasises setting clear goals and breaking problems into small steps so progress feels achievable rather than overwhelming.

Deciding which approach to use is a shared process. Ruth will talk with each person about their needs, goals and preferences and then try a method that fits. If something does not feel helpful, she adjusts the plan so the work stays relevant and useful.

Online therapy here uses video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to give flexibility. Video calls let people have a fuller conversation similar to an in-person meeting. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and messaging suit those who prefer to write, want brief daily support, or need to fit counselling around work and family commitments.

Frequently asked

What concerns does Ruth help with?

She supports people with relationship issues, self-esteem, career difficulties, stress, anxiety, grief and intimacy-related concerns, as well as eating, sleeping and parenting struggles.

How would you describe her therapy style?

Ruth uses a warm, respectful and practical approach that focuses on small steps and clear goals. Sessions combine listening with tools you can use between meetings.

What experience does Ruth have?

She has four years of professional experience working with a range of emotional and practical difficulties, including compassion fatigue and first responder issues.

What credentials and location should I know about?

Ruth is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, and practises in the United Kingdom.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

What formats are available for online sessions?

She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.

How are costs and payments handled?

Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin therapy with Ruth?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

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