Ruthie Brooks

Ruthie Brooks

Licensed Therapist, MS, LPC

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Location

Licensed in Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, Michigan

More about Ruthie

  • My personal connection to OCD and mental health

    I have a close family member-more like a sibling to me-who has OCD. Growing up, we didn't know that's what it was. We just saw him withdraw more and more from the family. When he got diagnosed in college and was referred to an ERP specialist, it changed his life. I was already on the path to becoming a therapist, but seeing that fueled my desire even more.

  • How I create a safe, supportive environment in therapy

    Some of the things people share are really, really hard for them to say out loud. I make sure to create a space where there's no judgment. And with that, I also give you time-sometimes it takes time before you feel ready to be fully transparent. But I also try to instill hope. I want you to know that there is something we can do to help you get better and stay better.

  • What I want to help you see in yourself

    That you can do something about this. I love seeing people move from feeling stuck to realizing that. They go from feeling weighed down by OCD to gaining momentum and realizing they have power over it. I'm just the co-pilot in that journey, but seeing them take back their lives is incredible.

  • The most rewarding part of treating OCD

    Seeing people reclaim what OCD has taken from them-that's everything. Maybe they've been able to leave home again, have dinner with their family, use a knife and fork without fear, or hold their child for the first time in years. Whatever OCD has stolen, seeing people take it back is incredible.

Education

  • MC, Troy State University (2008)
  • NOCD Academy, OCD Training Program

Cultural competencies

Islam, Christianity, Agnosticism, Atheism

Other areas of expertise

OCD, Anxiety, Depression, Phobias, Skin picking, Hair pulling, Nail biting, Tics, PTSD, Children and Adolescents

Insurances accepted

  • Alabama
    • Aetna
    • Ascension SmartHealth
    • Blue Cross Blue Shield
    • Cigna
    • Forest County Potawatomi
    • Horizon BCBS
    • Independence Blue Cross
    • Partners Direct Health
    • United Healthcare
  • Arkansas
    • Aetna
    • Ascension SmartHealth
    • Blue Cross Blue Shield
    • Cigna
    • Forest County Potawatomi
    • Horizon BCBS
    • Independence Blue Cross
    • Partners Direct Health
    • United Healthcare
  • Georgia
    • Aetna
    • Ascension SmartHealth
    • Blue Cross Blue Shield
    • Cigna
    • EMI Health
    • Forest County Potawatomi
    • Horizon BCBS
    • Independence Blue Cross
    • Partners Direct Health
    • United Healthcare
  • Michigan
    • Aetna
    • Ascension SmartHealth
    • Blue Cross Blue Shield
    • Cigna
    • Forest County Potawatomi
    • Independence Blue Cross
    • Oscar Health
    • Partners Direct Health
    • United Healthcare

Why our members love working with Ruthie

E.B.

E.B.

Apr 16, 2025
Good experience

Ruthie is compassionate yet truthful in therapy. She sits with me in the discomfort and helps me process all the thoughts and feelings as we move through the distress. She is very knowledgeable and helpful in her approach to helping me recover from some of the most horrendous thoughts of my life!!

E.G.

E.G.

Jan 9, 2025
Good experience

Ruthie is great to work with! Her insights are so helpful. She is very kind and caring, which is just what I needed. I'm grateful for our counseling sessions.

C.B.

C.B.

Jan 3, 2025
Good experience

There are not enough words to thank my incredible therapist, Ruthie, for helping to transform my life. With Ruthie's guidance and support, I was able to get my life back, something I didn't even think was possible before starting our sessions. Over the past five years, I have suffered from intense intrusive thoughts that have left me anxious, depressed, and isolated. While sessions were challenging at times, Ruthie was kind and encouraging. The possibilities for my future and who I can become are endless now that I have conquered OCD!

E.G.

E.G.

Sep 12, 2024
Good experience

It was great! I really like working with Ruthie and think I'm on the right path. I'm looking forward to our sessions next week.

M.S.

M.S.

Sep 4, 2024
Good experience

Ruthie is the most kind and compassionate therapist I’ve ever had. Through ERP, she has helped me overcome so many obstacles that I once thought were impossible. I will always highly recommend Ruthie and NOCD to anyone struggling with OCD!

J.P.

J.P.

Jul 29, 2024
Good experience

Ruthie is fabulous! 2 sessions in and I feel soo called out but in the most respectful way. She has already helped me recognize so many things I never correlated to be connected and I am so eager to keep pushing through the uncomfortable with her!

A.M.

A.M.

Jan 5, 2024
Good experience

I adore working with Ms. Ruthie. She is so kind and nurturing and has provided me with a lot of comfort as I pursue my treatment.

J.W.

J.W.

Dec 23, 2023
Good experience

Ruthie is amazing!

C.C.

C.C.

Nov 13, 2023
Good experience

Ruthie has been fundamental to my recovery from OCD. She is supportive, constructive and has taught me many strategies to combat intrusive thoughts and behavioural compulsions. Ruthie has challenged me when I needed it the most and has enabled me to push back against OCD and continue to live my life. I am SO grateful to have Ruthie as my therapist and so thankful for her help in my recovery!!

C.M.

C.M.

Oct 19, 2023
Good experience

Today was my daughter's first session. Ms. Brooks made my daughter feel very comfortable and hopeful!

E.D.

E.D.

Sep 26, 2023
Good experience

it was HARD today. but it was supposed to be. thank you Ruthie.

T.L.

T.L.

Aug 31, 2023
Good experience

Ruthie is the best. I have learned so much from her about managing my OCD.

C.O.

C.O.

Aug 21, 2023
Good experience

Even when I feel like I’m having a challenging time, Ruthie points out the progress I’m making. It helps me feel empowered.

C.O.

C.O.

Aug 17, 2023
Good experience

I’ve been noticing real progress and Ruthie always makes sure I celebrate that

C.G.

C.G.

Aug 17, 2023
Good experience

Ruthie is a fantastic therapist. She has so many great ideas for you to practice ERP that make it easy. They are specifically tiered to meet your needs and comfort level so you are able to make so much progress. She shows you how to use all of the tools so you can also function well without her. She is warm and caring and kind and messages patients in between sessions. I love the quotes and reminders she sends and of course, they always seemed to be right at the exact time you need them. I feel very fortunate to have such a wonderful therapist.

K.N.

K.N.

Jul 28, 2023
Good experience

She’s great!

B.S.

B.S.

Jul 20, 2023
Good experience

Ruthie was wonderful! I was very comfortable talking to her and felt it was a safe, non-judgmental space which makes me excited to go through a process that previously was very daunting. The session felt relaxed and less clinical than I had imagined, which made discussing the difficult topics very easy.

T.L.

T.L.

Jun 29, 2023
Good experience

Always encouraging.

J.W.

J.W.

Jun 23, 2023
Good experience

Ruthie is fantastic!

J.V.

J.V.

Jun 22, 2023
Good experience

We love Ruthie! So thankful for her help 🙏😊

J.V.

J.V.

Jun 16, 2023
Good experience

Perfect, as always!

J.V.

J.V.

May 18, 2023
Good experience

Love Ruthie!!

T.L.

T.L.

Apr 28, 2023
Good experience

Ruthie is the best. Always has great advice and direction for me.

J.V.

J.V.

Apr 27, 2023
Good experience

Feel very good about Ruthie! Looking forward to working with her.

K.A.

K.A.

Apr 19, 2023
Good experience

I have nothing but great things to say about therapy and my therapist . a few months back I came into therapy feeling completely hopeless and in constant worry . After working with Ruthie, I have been able enjoy life more and apply my ERP to my compulsions . I am still a work in progress and work on improving everyday but I am able to no longer give my OCD power over my life and can accept that it is there .

J.M.

J.M.

Apr 4, 2023
Good experience

So thankful to Ruthie. It's hard work but I feel really supported and empowered, and can see positive changes.

L.C.

L.C.

Apr 4, 2023
Good experience

Ruthie has been fantastic, has helped me change my life and I feel better than I ever have. Thank you

W.M.

W.M.

Mar 29, 2023
Good experience

Lightbulb moment I’m understanding the program

A.R.

A.R.

Mar 23, 2023
Good experience

I feel like I was able to release more as the sessions continue. The ERP is really helping me center my issues and come to terms with them.

W.M.

W.M.

Mar 14, 2023
Good experience

Looking forward to continuing my work with Ruthie. She is clear concise and I feel heard.

N.F.

N.F.

Mar 6, 2023
Good experience

Made me feel very comfortable sharing my symptoms. I feel hopeful in the future process of treating my OCD!

J.M.

J.M.

Feb 14, 2023
Good experience

Welcoming, put me at ease, and explained everything really well.

C.C.

C.C.

Feb 9, 2023
Good experience

I was incredibly lucky, when I reached out for help NOCD happened to have discounted prices for therapy and because of that deal, I was able to start this process. My therapist, Ruthie Brooks, is amazing. This is a tough path but well worth it. Not sure if I would still be here without this program. Changed my life.

S.B.

S.B.

Jan 10, 2023
Good experience

Ruthie was great. I felt like I could be open and honest with her without any judgment. She was very encouraging and kind toward me which is exactly what I needed

L.C.

L.C.

Dec 13, 2022
Good experience

Ruthie is just fantastic.

D.K.

D.K.

Dec 5, 2022
Good experience

Great session really got what I needed from this 💯

T.M.

T.M.

Nov 4, 2022
Good experience

Ruthie is a wonderful therapist! She has helped me find the light in the sometimes darkness of my mind.

A.N.

A.N.

Sep 6, 2022
Good experience

Ruthie is so patient and kind. I feel comfortable sharing my anxieties, knowing that she understands. Ruthie helps me manage my OCD, and I'm confident that I'll keep getting better with our continued ERP sessions.

L.C.

L.C.

Aug 9, 2022
Good experience

Ruthie has helped change my life. I’m so grateful to her and to NOCD.

C.T.

C.T.

Jul 1, 2022
Good experience

Ruthie is so sweet and thorough! I'm looking forward to working with her.

T.M.

T.M.

Jun 29, 2022
Good experience

Ruthie has been like a steady light in my darkness.

T.L.

T.L.

Jun 27, 2022
Good experience

I’ve learned so much about my OCD from my therapist Ruthie. She is always warm and friendly and makes me feel comfortable.

K.H.

K.H.

Jun 22, 2022
Good experience

Ruthie was amazingly kind and comforting. She took time to not just listen to, but to really hear me.

T.L.

T.L.

Jun 10, 2022
Good experience

Love the NOCD group. Ruthie is the best.

T.M.

T.M.

Jun 1, 2022
Good experience

Ruthie has helped me dig myself from the trenches. I consider her part of my Saving Grace.

T.B.

T.B.

May 27, 2022
Good experience

Such a warm and helpful first session.

M.L.

M.L.

May 25, 2022
Good experience

Great session with very understanding therapist 👍

anonymous

anonymous

May 10, 2022
Good experience

Really love Ruthie, she is helping me so much. Always listens and answers me clearly with zero judgement.

anonymous

anonymous

Apr 27, 2022
Good experience

Excellent therapy session with great therapist 👍

anonymous

anonymous

Apr 17, 2022
Good experience

I found Ruthie very helpful and professional, as well as friendly and open I look forward to more sessions with her.

anonymous

anonymous

Apr 14, 2022
Good experience

She really listened and even though it was just an intake I felt completely heard and understood.

anonymous

anonymous

Feb 22, 2022
Good experience

Ruthie has helped change my life.

anonymous

anonymous

Feb 3, 2022
Good experience

Ruthie has been so very instrumental in my attempts to deal with and overcome OCD. She’s very patient and persistent with me and I never feel judged or pressured by her. She’s my life raft and I’m so grateful for her.

anonymous

anonymous

Feb 2, 2022
Good experience

Therapist very supportive

anonymous

anonymous

Jan 20, 2022
Good experience

Ruthie is my life-support. It's so wonderful having someone I can talk to about things I've never been able to talk to anyone about. A true life-saver, she is.

anonymous

anonymous

Jan 19, 2022
Good experience

Ruthie is amazing! I have made so much progress in my journey from just three meetings with her. She finds the perfect balance of challenging you while also caring deeply for you.

anonymous

anonymous

Dec 10, 2021
Good experience

It felt freeing to finally speak the words and it felt even better to not be judged.

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