Maria Ruud, LMSW
- Michigan
- MI LMSW 6801122357
Not accepting new clientsVerified 15 hours ago
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Open 12 of the last 30 days
Live availability history
Open on 12 of the last 30 days
When Maria was open to new clients. We re-check the BetterHelp listing once a day and record what it said, whichever way it went.
Availability over the last 30 days: open to new clients on 12 days, waitlist or full on 18 days. Most recent check, Oct 11: waitlist or full.
Days available
12/30
every one of the last 30 days checked
Availability forecast
Maria has been open to new clients on 12 of the last 30 days.
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About Maria
As a dedicated therapist with a decade of experience, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex emotional landscapes. My practice focuses on addressing stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, and personal growth. I am passionate about helping clients develop self-love, improve communication, and overcome barriers like social anxiety, isolation, and low self-esteem. My therapeutic approach is holistic and compassionate, drawing from extensive expertise in areas such as trauma recovery, mood disorders, workplace challenges, and multicultural concerns. I work collaboratively with clients to explore their unique experiences, helping them build resilience, develop healthy coping strategies, and rediscover their inner strength. Whether you're struggling with life transitions, interpersonal dynamics, or personal development, I provide a supportive and empowering environment. My goal is to help you cultivate self-understanding, heal from past experiences, and create meaningful, positive change in your life. Read more Show less
What Maria helps with
Specialties and approaches
Specializes in
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesSelf esteemDepressionLGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue
Approaches
Not specified yet
Also experienced with
Additional focus areas
Aging and geriatric issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDissociationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingImmigration issuesImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues