My name is Ruth Ryder and I am a Specialist Counsellor highly trained in Trauma and Abuse. My Counselling Practice is situated in Dawlish, Devon. I offer highly specialised therapy in Childhood Abuse, Eating Disorders, Self Harm, Depression, High and Debilitating Levels of Anxiety, Panic and Addictive Personalities.
If you are feeling different and alone; if you experience various levels of anxiety including a sense of panic; if you feel disempowered, desperate, fearful and in pain, I can provide time and space for you.
You may be feeling some or all of the above, or may be unable to describe how you feel. I will, with respect, integrity, empathy and understanding, create a confidential, stable and patient environment for you to safely bring your distress.
In the therapeutic relationship we will consider what you feel may have brought you to this place and how my skills and our commitment can bring some control back into your life. This could include confronting the powerful issues of guilt and shame that you may feel are disrupting and potentially destroying your life.
The journey that you decide to embark upon will take as long as it takes. It can be both challenging and rewarding. It can change the way you feel about yourself in an empowering, insightful way - over time, self doubt and confusion can give way to self belief.
I have been working in this field for 20 years, as a qualified therapist and experienced supervisor.
