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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Ruthie is amazing!
C.C.
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.
Today was my daughter's first session. Ms. Brooks made my daughter feel very comfortable and hopeful!
E.D.
it was HARD today. but it was supposed to be. thank you Ruthie.
T.L.
Ruthie is the best. I have learned so much from her about managing my OCD.
C.O.
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.
I’ve been noticing real progress and Ruthie always makes sure I celebrate that
C.G.
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.
She’s great!
B.S.
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.
Always encouraging.
J.W.
Ruthie is fantastic!
J.V.
We love Ruthie! So thankful for her help 🙏😊
J.V.
Perfect, as always!
J.V.
Love Ruthie!!
T.L.
Ruthie is the best. Always has great advice and direction for me.
J.V.
Feel very good about Ruthie! Looking forward to working with her.
K.A.
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.
So thankful to Ruthie. It's hard work but I feel really supported and empowered, and can see positive changes.
L.C.
Ruthie has been fantastic, has helped me change my life and I feel better than I ever have. Thank you
W.M.
Lightbulb moment I’m understanding the program
A.R.
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.
Looking forward to continuing my work with Ruthie. She is clear concise and I feel heard.
N.F.
Made me feel very comfortable sharing my symptoms. I feel hopeful in the future process of treating my OCD!
J.M.
Welcoming, put me at ease, and explained everything really well.
C.C.
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.
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.
Ruthie is just fantastic.
D.K.
Great session really got what I needed from this 💯
T.M.
Ruthie is a wonderful therapist! She has helped me find the light in the sometimes darkness of my mind.
A.N.
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.
Ruthie has helped change my life. I’m so grateful to her and to NOCD.
C.T.
Ruthie is so sweet and thorough! I'm looking forward to working with her.
T.M.
Ruthie has been like a steady light in my darkness.
T.L.
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.
Ruthie was amazingly kind and comforting. She took time to not just listen to, but to really hear me.
T.L.
Love the NOCD group. Ruthie is the best.
T.M.
Ruthie has helped me dig myself from the trenches. I consider her part of my Saving Grace.
T.B.
Such a warm and helpful first session.
M.L.
Great session with very understanding therapist 👍
anonymous
Really love Ruthie, she is helping me so much. Always listens and answers me clearly with zero judgement.
anonymous
Excellent therapy session with great therapist 👍
anonymous
I found Ruthie very helpful and professional, as well as friendly and open I look forward to more sessions with her.
anonymous
She really listened and even though it was just an intake I felt completely heard and understood.
anonymous
Ruthie has helped change my life.
anonymous
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
Therapist very supportive
anonymous
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
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
It felt freeing to finally speak the words and it felt even better to not be judged.
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