- 15 years experience
- Client-centred approach
- Speaks English and Yoruba
About Ruth
Ruth Gus welcomes people who are worried about sleep, stress or feeling overwhelmed. She describes a calm, non-judgemental way of working and aims to make it easier to talk about difficult feelings. Ruth is a BACP counsellor with 15 years of professional experience in the United Kingdom.
Ruth helps people who are struggling with anxiety, low mood, relationship strain and trauma. She also supports those facing grief, career worries, compassion fatigue and problems with sleep. Conversations focus on what is troubling the person now and what practical steps feel manageable next.
Her style is open and conversational. Ruth listens first, then helps people find their own solutions. Sessions are shaped by the person rather than a fixed protocol. Motivational Interviewing is used to help clients clarify goals and find motivation for change.
Client-Centred Therapy is central to her approach, which means Ruth follows the person’s pace and respects their priorities. She aims to build trust so people can talk about painful topics without feeling judged. Work may include exploring attachment or abandonment themes when those issues are relevant.
Ruth offers support in English and Yoruba and works with people across the UK. She encourages anyone feeling stuck to take a first step, however small, and to use therapy as a place to practise new ways of coping.
How these approaches work for online therapy
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening closely and following what matters most to the person. The counsellor aims to reflect feelings and priorities back so clients can make sense of difficult experiences and decide what changes they want to try. This approach can help with ongoing worries, relationship strain and sleep problems.Motivational Interviewing is a conversational way to explore ambivalence and build motivation for change. It helps when someone is unsure about taking steps such as changing routines, seeking medical advice for sleep, or addressing relationship patterns.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Ruth will help the client decide which methods suit their needs, goals and preferences. She adapts conversations so progress feels manageable and collaborative rather than rushed.
Confirm the current session options before booking, as formats are not specified here. Online work can be helpful for fitting therapy around daily life, avoiding travel, or making shorter check-ins easier to schedule. Different ways of meeting have practical trade-offs, such as needing less bandwidth for audio-only conversations or being able to join from a quiet space during a lunch break.
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Experience
15+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English, Yoruba
Frequently asked questions
What issues does Ruth often help with?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy concerns, trauma and abuse, grief and sleeping difficulties.
How would you describe Ruth's therapeutic style?
Her style is open and person-led, using Client-Centred Therapy to follow the client’s pace and Motivational Interviewing to help clarify goals.
What background does she bring to sessions?
Ruth has 15 years of professional experience working in the United Kingdom, supporting people with a wide range of life stresses and relationship problems.
What credentials and region are listed?
She is listed as BACP and practices in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Yoruba.
Can people outside the UK work with her?
She accepts international clients, so people outside the United Kingdom can enquire about working together.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are arranged using a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to see her?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, then schedule sessions according to the therapist’s availability.