she/her
Ruth Schettini
LMFT
Location
Virtual, California
Insurance Accepted
Anthem Blue Cross Of CA, Aetna, Health Net/MHN, Cigna/Evernorth, Blue Shield of California
Communication Style
Affirming, Casual, Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Focus areas
Anxiety, Burnout, Couples Therapy, Cultural Issues/Racial Stress, Depression, IPV/DV, Immigration, Religious Trauma, Stress, Women's Issues, Workplace Stress
Experienced with
BIPOC, Parents, Immigrants, Students, Latine Community
Years of Experience
4+
I have a passion for working with underprivileged and underserved communities.
License number
#123254
Therapy style
As a first-generation Latina, I know the experience of first gen and I understand how big a role culture plays in our interactions, relationships, and even how we view ourselves. I also understand the anxiety of being first gen, POC and struggling to find your voice. I want to help you find that voice. I have extensive experience working with anxiety in adults and adolescents. I also have experience and training with working with individuals who work in ministry and live more faith-based lives.
There are genuine barriers and systems we all face every day along with the stigma our communities may place on us. You will find a safe and open space here. I try to approach everyone in a way where I am meeting them where they are at, creating a safe space, and being honest and realistic about the barriers you may be facing and how you can start to overcome them. I have been trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Socio-Emotional Relationship Therapy (SERT), Psychodynamic Therapy, Relationship Therapy, and Experiential Therapy (Satir). I am currently being trained in Trauma Therapy. Feel free to reach out if you have any other questions!
Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Psychodynamic
Education
MA - Clinical Psychology, Emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy in Latinx Communities, Pepperdine University
Interests
I love to listen to and create music and spend time with my friends and family. I also like being outside (running, going on a walk, bike riding).