Ruth Donaldson

Do you need to talk to someone?

My name is Ruth and I am a fully qualified nurse and BABCP accredited cognitive behavioural therapist offering positive support and assistance to individuals in Lanark and the surrounding Clydesdale area. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is a talking therapy which can help with a wide range of conditions such as stress, anxiety, depression, addiction and phobias.   It focuses on issues occurring in the 'here and now' and you and I would work together to identify and change your negative and unhelpful thoughts, behaviours and beliefs. Through the development of individual coping strategies and the promotion of emotional wellbeing, positive long-term outcomes can be achieved.

Therapy can be the best thing you can decide to do for yourself, your life and your relationships. I have seen real positive change in clients in a matter of weeks.

I have over thirty years of experience as a nurse.  During my career, I have cared for patients with a wide variety of medical conditions.  In particular, I have detailed training and experience in the care of patients with addiction and in the care of the elderly.  I have seen people at their very worst physically and emotionally and I recognise the importance of caring for our mental health as well as our physical health.

For the purposes of my diploma I spent a considerable amount of time researching the difficulties facing teenagers in today’s society which are contributing to the current adolescent mental health crisis as well as the increased stress and anxiety being experienced by their parents. This is an area which interests me greatly.
 
I currently have an office in the South Vennel in Lanark for face to face sessions but I am equally happy to provide sessions online. 

My nursing background as well as my own life experiences enhance my therapeutic qualifications and mean I can deliver a high standard of CBT in an empathetic, confidential and non- judgemental way. If you are struggling with your mental health and feel you would like to speak to someone then please get in touch and I will help you facilitate positive change in your life.

A session lasts for one hour and the amount of sessions required will be determined by myself and the client as the therapy progresses.

My fee is £40 per hour.