Ruth Kizer, LPC
Licensed counselor supporting healing and growth
- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma and grief
- Online and phone sessions
About Ruth Kizer
Ruth Kizer is an LPC - a Licensed Professional Counselor - based in Texas who brings nearly three decades of experience to her work with individuals and families. She has provided care in a variety of settings, including a local state hospital, an outpatient mental health clinic, and a volunteer counseling center, and she also spent time teaching and mentoring students. These varied roles have shaped a broad understanding of challenges such as depression, anxiety, relationship struggles, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting and school concerns, and issues affecting sleep, eating, career, and self-esteem.
Her therapeutic approach is relaxed and interactive, grounded in respect, sensitivity, and compassion. Ruth draws on cognitive-behavioral techniques alongside other evidence-informed interventions to tailor therapy to each personâs needs. She works with people facing addictions, family and intimacy-related difficulties, chronic illness and caregiver stress, anger and coping with life changes, and a range of personality and mood concerns.
Ruth welcomes clients who are ready to take steps toward change and offers practical support as they work toward their goals. She emphasizes collaboration and individualized care, helping clients move toward the kind of life and relationships they want to build.
Her therapeutic approach is relaxed and interactive, grounded in respect, sensitivity, and compassion. Ruth draws on cognitive-behavioral techniques alongside other evidence-informed interventions to tailor therapy to each personâs needs. She works with people facing addictions, family and intimacy-related difficulties, chronic illness and caregiver stress, anger and coping with life changes, and a range of personality and mood concerns.
Ruth welcomes clients who are ready to take steps toward change and offers practical support as they work toward their goals. She emphasizes collaboration and individualized care, helping clients move toward the kind of life and relationships they want to build.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Family conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCommitment issuesCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Domestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPostpartum depressionSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseSomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Ruth Kizer have?
Ruth Kizer has 28 years of experience.
Is Ruth Kizer a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LPC, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor. Her license is TX LPC 13220.
In which languages does Ruth Kizer provide therapy?
Ruth Kizer provides therapy in English.
Where is Ruth Kizer located?
She is located in Texas.
How can I work with Ruth Kizer as my therapist?
You can work with Ruth Kizer through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Ruth Kizer work with international clients?
Ruth Kizer does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Ruth Kizer cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Approaches that guide online care
Client-Centered Therapy places the client at the center of the work, with the therapist offering empathy, respect, and support while the person clarifies goals and values. This approach is helpful for building self-awareness, improving relationships, and strengthening self-esteem.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. It is practical and skills-based, often used for challenges like anxiety, depression, stress, sleep and eating concerns, and many forms of trauma-related distress.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches concrete skills for managing strong emotions, improving interpersonal effectiveness, and coping with crisis moments. It can be especially useful for intense mood swings, anger management, and relationship difficulties.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Ruth Kizer collaborates with each client to assess needs, goals, and preferences, and she adapts methods over time so the chosen strategies fit the personâs life. Licensed professionals and therapists often combine elements from different methods to create a tailored plan.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging let people access care from home, work, or while traveling. This range of options can make it easier to keep consistent appointments, try different formats, and fit therapy into a busy schedule.