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Ash Ruskin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
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Ash Ruskin

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW (she, her)

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70 Sydney Road, Brunswick, VIC 3056
(03) 8338 1602
Let's Connect (03) 8338 1602
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Ash (she/her) is an accredited social worker and therapist who works with young people and adults from diverse backgrounds and identities, practicing on unceded Wurundjeri country. She specialises in supporting people impacted by various life challenges and often works with people who have experienced anxiety, depression, childhood trauma, family violence, alcohol and drug issues, low self-esteem, suicidal ideation, relationship breakdowns and more. She also supports people navigating life transitions and people within the queer community.
Ash offers individual therapy, incorporating evidence-based modalities such as Schema Therapy, CBT, mindfulness, & motivational interviewing. However, she places a strong emphasis on the therapeutic relationship, ensuring that clients feel comfortable in the space, and is led by them to find what approach to take within the therapeutic journey.
With a background in individual and group counselling, family therapy, working with victim/survivors and perpetrators of family violence, suicide crisis support, and disability work, Ash is passionate about empowering individual to work towards their goals and embrace their authentic selves.
Call or Ash Ruskin now for a free 15 minute consultation - (03) 8338 1602

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Centre Self Collective

70 Sydney Road

Brunswick, VIC 3056

(03) 8338 1602
Ash is available on Thursdays and Fridays with some availability after hours (unless booked), online and face-to-face.
I focus on Anxiety, Depression and Domestic Violence 
$160 Per Session  
I see individuals and groups  
Let's Connect (03) 8338 1602
Photo of Ash Ruskin, AMHSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Centre Self Collective

70 Sydney Road

Brunswick, VIC 3056

(03) 8338 1602
Ash is available on Thursdays and Fridays with some availability after hours (unless booked), online and face-to-face.
I focus on Anxiety, Depression and Domestic Violence 
$160 Per Session  
I see individuals and groups  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $160
  • Pay by Bank transfer, Mastercard, Visa
Please ask me about fees or use of insurance when you
Photo of Ash Ruskin, AMHSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Ash Ruskin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
Please ask me about fees or use of insurance when you
Photo of Ash Ruskin, AMHSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Ash Ruskin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Membership with Australian Association of Social Workers Ash Ruskin
  • In Practice for 2 Years
  • Certificate from RMIT University Cert IV Alcohol & Other Drugs
  • Degree/Diploma from RMIT University in Bachelor of Social Worker (Honours) (BSW Hons) Bachelor of Social Worker (Honours) / 2023
  • Social Work, Bachelor of Social Work (Honours)
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (03) 8338 1602
Photo of Ash Ruskin, AMHSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Ash Ruskin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (03) 8338 1602
Photo of Ash Ruskin, AMHSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Ash Ruskin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW

Expertise and Interests

Top Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Domestic Violence

Practice Areas

  • Addiction
  • Alcohol Use
  • Anger Management
  • Behavioural Issues
  • Connection to self
  • Coping Skills
  • Domestic Abuse
  • Drug Abuse
  • Family Conflict
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Men's Issues
  • Mood Disorders
  • Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
  • Peer Relationships
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
"
You can expect your initial sessions with Ash to be a space where you can share your story with her where she will listen and hear you, whilst co-creating a safe environment and collaborating with you on your goals for therapy. From here, you will both delve deeper into your presenting issues to understand what's underneath and how it can be managed in your everyday life.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (03) 8338 1602
Photo of Ash Ruskin, AMHSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Ash Ruskin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
"
You can expect your initial sessions with Ash to be a space where you can share your story with her where she will listen and hear you, whilst co-creating a safe environment and collaborating with you on your goals for therapy. From here, you will both delve deeper into your presenting issues to understand what's underneath and how it can be managed in your everyday life.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (03) 8338 1602
Photo of Ash Ruskin, AMHSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Ash Ruskin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals , 
Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Gay Allied , 
Intersex Allied , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Non-Binary Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Racial Justice Allied , 
Sex Worker Allied , 
Transgender Allied

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals , 
Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Gay Allied , 
Intersex Allied , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Non-Binary Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Racial Justice Allied , 
Sex Worker Allied , 
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Person-Centred
  • Schema Therapy
  • Strength-Based
"
Ash often uses Schema Therapy with her clients and finds that this is a helpful way to understand how our behaviours and emotions are influenced by our early experiences of life. However, Ash emphasises being guided by her clients and can use a variety of therapy modalities that suit her clients unique experience.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (03) 8338 1602
Photo of Ash Ruskin, AMHSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Ash Ruskin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
"
Ash often uses Schema Therapy with her clients and finds that this is a helpful way to understand how our behaviours and emotions are influenced by our early experiences of life. However, Ash emphasises being guided by her clients and can use a variety of therapy modalities that suit her clients unique experience.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (03) 8338 1602
Photo of Ash Ruskin, AMHSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Ash Ruskin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW

Location

Primary Location

Centre Self Collective

70 Sydney Road

Brunswick, VIC 3056

(03) 8338 1602

Email me

My website

Nearby Areas

Cities/Towns

Regions

Postcodes

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Ash is available on Thursdays and Fridays with some availability after hours (unless booked), online and face-to-face.
Call for a free consultation now - (03) 8338 1602
Photo of Ash Ruskin, AMHSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Ash Ruskin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
"
Ash is available on Thursdays and Fridays with some availability after hours (unless booked), online and face-to-face.
Call for a free consultation now - (03) 8338 1602
Photo of Ash Ruskin, AMHSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Ash Ruskin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW