By Cathy Ruffin
About Speak 2 Thrive
Welcome to Speak 2 Thrive Therapy, where your journey to well-being begins with a counseling experience that is not only warm and collaborative but deeply relational.
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In our sacred space, your story takes center stage. I'm dedicated to creating an atmosphere where you feel safe to explore the complexities of your life. Together, we will collaborate and navigate, always with the acknowledgment that you are the true expert of your own narrative.
Years of
Experience
7+
Tailoring therapy to your unique needs and aspirations, I specialize in anxiety, depression, relationships, life transitions, trauma, and loss. My approach embraces the bio psychosocial model, recognizing the interconnectedness of physical, psychological, and social elements in preventing and managing challenges.
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Services offered extend across borders, with virtual psychotherapy available in select states: DC, DE, FL, IL, MD, MI, NJ, NY, NV, OR, PA, TX, VI, and VA. To accommodate diverse schedules, evening and weekend hours are available, especially for those on the vibrant west coast.
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As your therapist, my expertise spans a wide spectrum of mental health concerns, including ADHD, anxiety, depression, family conflict, grief, LGBTQ+, life transitions, mood disorders, OCD, peer relationships, racial identity, relationship issues, stress, transgender experiences, trauma, PTSD, and women's issues.
Embark on your transformative journey at Speak 2 Thrive Therapy, where compassionate support meets individualized care. Together, we'll cultivate resilience and empower you to thrive.
My Therapeutic Modalities
Embark on a transformative journey with me as your guide, where therapeutic exploration becomes a captivating odyssey. My toolkit is an enchanting blend of evidence-based modalities designed to illuminate your path to well-being:
Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Uncover the power of acceptance and commit to meaningful change.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Rewire your thoughts and behaviors, unlocking a spectrum of positive possibilities.
Cognitive Processing (CPT)
Navigate the labyrinth of cognition with a tailored approach to processing.
Dialectical Behavioral (DBT)
Dive into the dialectics of emotions and behaviors, fostering balance and harmony.
Family/Marital
Illuminate the dynamics of relationships, promoting connection and understanding.
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Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Immerse yourself in the serenity of the present moment, cultivating mindfulness.
Motivational Interviewing
Find inspiration and motivation to fuel your transformative journey.
Person Centered
Experience therapy centered around your unique identity and needs.
Reality Therapy
Ground yourself in the reality of the present, fostering growth and self-awareness.
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Trauma Focused
Navigate the path to healing with a focus on trauma and its transformative resolution.
Strength Based Care
Discover and harness your innate strengths, fostering resilience and empowerment.
Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
Propel yourself towards solutions and positive outcomes.
Rational Emotive Behavior (REBT)
Challenge and transform irrational beliefs, paving the way for emotional well-being.
