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Ruth Dixon, BACP

Credentials
BACP
Experience
20 years
Practising in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Sessions
Online only
Client ages
Adults, 18 and over

Works with Stress, AnxietyAddictionsFamily conflictsAnger management

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Ruth Dixon uses psychodynamic therapy to help people understand patterns that cause distress. She draws on 20 years of experience in the United Kingdom. Ruth aims to make therapy a calm place to talk through difficult feelings and find new ways forward.

Ruth helps with a wide range of problems including stress, anxiety and depression. She also addresses addictions, anger, grief and difficulties with self-esteem. Relationship and family concerns are part of her work, as are sleep and eating issues and coping with major life changes.

Background and approach

Her approach looks at how past experiences shape present reactions. Sessions often focus on recurring emotions, attachment patterns and feeling stuck. Ruth pays attention to what comes up in conversation to help identify changeable habits and unhelpful cycles.

Ruth works with people affected by trauma, abuse, domestic violence and separation. She also supports those dealing with substance use, cancer-related distress, codependency and family of origin problems. She adapts pace and focus to fit each person’s needs.

Practical steps are part of the work alongside deeper reflection. Ruth aims to build emotional awareness and better ways of coping. She encourages small, realistic changes that can make daily life easier.

Starting therapy can feel hard, and Ruth offers steady support while you explore what matters most. Conversations are tailored so people can move at their own speed and focus on the issues that feel most urgent.

Psychodynamic work and online therapy options

Ruth primarily practises psychodynamic therapy which helps people see how past relationships and early experiences influence current feelings and reactions. This approach is useful for understanding recurring patterns such as attachment difficulties, abandonment fears and long-standing emotional responses that fuel anxiety, depression or problematic behaviours.

The therapist will treat finding the right approach as a shared task. She discusses goals, preferences and what feels most helpful, then adapts the pace and focus accordingly. This collaborative process means the work can change as needs shift over time.

Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. Video calls are useful when seeing facial cues matters, phone sessions work well when bandwidth is limited or for a shorter check-in, live chat can suit those who prefer typed conversation, and text messaging allows ongoing reflection between sessions. These formats provide flexibility, make it easier to fit therapy around work or family commitments, and increase access for people who cannot travel to appointments.
What problems does Ruth commonly help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression and bipolar difficulties as well as addictions, anger and grief. Relationship and family-related concerns, eating and sleeping problems, and coping with life changes are also within her focus.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Ruth uses psychodynamic therapy which focuses on patterns from the past that affect present feelings and behaviour. The work combines exploring emotions with practical steps to change day-to-day habits.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 20 years of professional experience working with people in the United Kingdom. That experience covers a wide range of emotional and behavioural concerns.
What credentials and location are listed?
Ruth holds BACP which indicates registration with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. She practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported and can international clients join?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
In what formats are sessions available?
Sessions can be arranged as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on what suits the client best.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire. After that you can schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

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Experience
20 years
Registered with
BACP
Languages
English

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