Ruth Belton
Counsellor
Moving forward positively
Counselling approach
As a counsellor I aim to create a supportive, non-judgmental, empathetic environment so you can safely explore challenges and beliefs that are limiting your personal wellbeing and relationships. Everyone is unique so timing, therapies and techniques are woven into sessions depending on your individual needs. Our journey together supports you to find clarity, understand your actions/reactions and identify your resources, strengths and goals. The smallest change in focus, glimpse of hope, self-understanding or utilising a self-help technique can be the start towards future positive change. I look forward to walking beside you on your journey forward.
When Counselling may be helpful
Trauma -sexual and physical abuse, grief, developmental relationships, accidents, etc.
Emotional distress- stress, anxiety, depression, self-harm, self-esteem etc.
Relationships – couple, families, parenting, work place etc.
Life transitions - relationship breakups, work changes, personal loss, retirement etc.
Diversity - physical disabilities, neuro (e.g. ADHD), sexual identity, cultural, religion etc.
About counselling with Ruth
About Ruth
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After 18 years of naturopathy and body work I re-training to become a counsellor as I believe mental wellbeing is so core to total wellbeing. I am passionate about my counselling work and feel very grateful to be a trusted part of people’s wellbeing journey. My Masters dissertation and recent professional development focused on mind-body relationships in trauma and trauma therapy. I have found this understanding has become a valuable resource in all counselling situations.
My life journey has enhanced my empathy and non-judgement as a counsellor. This is reflected in the diversity of past and current clients that have shared their counselling journey with me. Core to my counselling philosophy, is that everyone deserves to be valued and supported to live life to its fullest.
Qualifications
Counselling -Masters of Counselling. Distinction (Canterbury University)
MNZAC ( Member N.Z Assoc. Counselling)
Others- Diploma of Naturopathy, Certificates in Western Herbal Medicine and Massage, Bachelor of Horticultural Science (honours)
Counselling Experience
Wellington Samaritan’s Phone counsellor, mentor and shift leader (2018-2020)
Kapiti Women’s centre and Women’s refuge- Volunteer counsellor (2020-2024)
Private Practice: Paraparaumu. Kapiti Coast- 2022- mid 2024.
Private Practice: Taranaki - 2024 - current New Plymouth and Stratford
Provider for ACC sensitive claims; Aoake Te Ra (bereavement by suicide);EAP and Gumboot Friday (youth 13-25) and WINZ.
Past clients: individuals and couples with age, gender, sexual, neuro, cultural and religious diversity.
Professional membership
I am a full member of NZAC (NZ Association of Counselling) and abide by their code of ethics. Membership requires regular professional development and supervision to ensure safe, ethical and current counselling practice.
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Fees and appointment information
Fees
Individuals: $90 to $120- 1 hour (sliding scale depending on your circumstances)
Couples/groups $120- hour, $160 – 90 min.
Possible subsidies/ free counselling - please inquire if you think you are eligible (WINZ /ACC sensitive claim/Aoake Te Ra/Gumboot Friday/EAP)
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Contact Ruth
Find me
Ruth Belton
Online Counselling or in person at:
59 Lemon Street, New Plymouth or
52 Juliet St , Stratford
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