Ruth McKnight, LMFT — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Ruth!

I approach clients from a strengths-based approach to help them integrate a deeper mind-body connection through self-compassion. I support clients in gaining insight, regulating emotions, and creating lasting change.

My focus

I work with motivated adults who are ready to make meaningful change. Whether you're struggling with overthinking, self-doubt, or procrastination, I hold space to explore your challenges openly while learning practical tools to move you forward.

My approach

I take an eclectic approach to therapy using psychoeducation and integrating evidence-based techniques from motivational interviewing, CBT, IFS, and mindfulness. I believe it's important for individuals to understand how their life experiences have shaped their ways of coping and surviving.

My communication style

I foster a positive environment where clients feel heard, seen, and validated. Clients often describe me as warm, genuine, and occasionally funny. Together, we create a space where you feel safe to cry or laugh, allowing insight and understanding to emerge naturally.

My journey to mental healthcare

I became a therapist because I'm drawn to helping people reimagine what's possible. I understand what it's like to feel ill-equipped to navigate life's challenges or pursue meaningful change. Whether clients face internal struggles or the impacts of racism, sexism, ableism, or homophobia, I believe in the human capacity to heal.

My goals for you

This is your therapy, and you are the expert on your life. I'm here to help you clarify what success looks like for you and to support you in taking the steps to get there. If progress stalls or goals feel out of reach, we revisit them together.

Our first session

In our first session, I ask questions to understand what brings you to therapy and how I can best support you. I also answer any questions you have about the process, so we can explore together whether we're a good fit.

I identify as...

Female
Black or African American, Hispanic or Latinx, Biracial or Multiracial
Christian

Expertise

Specialties

Anxiety

LGBTQIA+

Cultural Stress

+ 3 more

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Somatic

Trauma Focused

Dialectical (DBT)

Internal Family Systems (IFS)

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

+ 6 more

Focus populations

BIPOC

LGBTQIA+

Single Mother

Educators

Racial Justice

Recovery/12 Step Friendly

+ 6 more

Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied
Anthem

+ 59 more

Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Science Psychology (MSPSY) in Clinical Psychology from Antioch University Los Angeles.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Ruth McKnight