Therapist listings are provided by BetterHelp. We will earn a commission at no additional cost to you if you use our links to purchase.

Ruth Belfield

Ruth Belfield

BACP

United Kingdom

Continue with Ruth

Support for stress, parenting and life changes

Profile at a glance

Credentials
BACP
Registration
BACP, United Kingdom / 390272
Experience
4 years
Languages
English
Location
United Kingdom

Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp.

  • Relationship help
  • Parenting support
  • Confidence building

About Ruth

Ruth Belfield is a counsellor who helps people facing relationship strain, parenting stresses, work pressure and low self esteem. She supports clients dealing with anxiety, depression, grief and the practical fallout of life changes. Ruth also works with issues around sleep, eating, anger and intimacy-related concerns. She has particular experience with compassion fatigue, ADHD and first responder issues.

Ruth comes from four years of professional practice in the United Kingdom and holds BACP registration, which is listed in her profile as a credential. She approaches each person with sensitivity and respect and adapts sessions to suit individual needs.

Her style focuses on clear conversation and practical steps. Sessions aim to identify what is getting in the way and what can be changed. Ruth emphasises motivation, confidence building and realistic strategies to manage stress and improve daily routines.

Clients can expect collaborative work on goals and a plan that fits their situation. Ruth describes therapy as a partnership, where small changes add up over time. She encourages people to take gradual steps toward a more satisfying life.

Practical matters such as scheduling and session costs are arranged through the platform subscription system. To begin, people use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to her availability.

How Ruth applies therapeutic techniques online

Ruth works with evidence-based therapeutic techniques tailored to practical life problems. One common approach focuses on building motivation and confidence through goal-setting and small, manageable steps; this helps when career uncertainty, low self esteem or lack of drive are the main issues. Another approach targets stress and anxiety by developing routines and coping strategies such as sleep hygiene, paced breathing and activity scheduling to reduce overwhelm.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. Ruth will discuss your goals and preferences and adapt methods as you progress. That collaborative process helps ensure the tools chosen feel useful and realistic for day-to-day life.

Practical benefits of online therapy often include easier fitting of sessions into a busy schedule and fewer disruptions from travel. You may find it simpler to check in during a lunch break or after a shift, and shorter audio-only options can make a brief session feel easier to manage. Please confirm the current session options and formats before booking so you know what is offered for scheduling and access.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changes

Also works with

Stress, AnxietyGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementDepressionCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

First responder issues

Experience

4+ years

Listed in

United Kingdom

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does Ruth help with?

She supports people with relationship issues, parenting strain, career difficulties and self esteem concerns. Other areas include anxiety, depression, grief, sleep and eating difficulties.

What is her general approach in sessions?

Ruth uses straightforward conversation and practical steps to address problems. She focuses on motivation, building confidence and finding manageable strategies for everyday life.

How much professional experience does she have?

She has four years of professional work experience in the United Kingdom. That experience informs her approach to common life stresses and workplace concerns.

What credential does she hold and where is she based?

Ruth lists BACP as her credential and works in the United Kingdom.

Which languages are supported in sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the UK work with her?

She does not accept international clients at this time.

How are sessions booked and what about cost?

Sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time and costs vary with location and therapist availability. Booking is arranged through the platform's scheduling system.

How do I begin if I want to speak to her?

To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule according to her availability.

Before you get in touch

  • Jot down what is happening at home and what you would most like to be different.
  • Think about when you could talk for an hour without being interrupted.
  • Therapists listed here work with individuals on family and parenting concerns, so the sessions are about you and how you handle things.
Continue with Ruth

Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If a child or an adult is unsafe, contact emergency services first. Crisis numbers

Back to all therapists

Continue with Ruth