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Ruth A. Gillis
Ruth A. Gillis
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, EMDR, Consult

Ruth A. Gillis

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, EMDR, Consult

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
1 Endorsed
127 E Lexington Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020
Let's Connect (619) 378-0435
Anxiety, Depression, Low Self Worth feelings? If you are looking for a therapist that creates a welcoming but let's get to the heart of what is going on environment, then lets get started. I specialize in anxiety and depression treatment.Couples counseling is another passion that I can help you with as well. I know therapy is difficult to start and that is why I develop a calming environment, so you can have a much healthier and happier life. I provide caring attention to the needs of all my clients through individual, family and couples therapy.
Specializing in EMDR Therapy that is proven to be a treatment that clears out anxiety, depressive and low self worth feelings. I enjoy working with couples that are struggling with their relationship and seeing how quickly those emotional blocks can be resolved and create a healthier union. I also specialize in treatment for migraine headaches.
I have years of experience with successful treatment of anxiety, depression and low self worth. I get many of my clients from referrals from my clients, that is the greatest compliment anyone can get!
Call or Ruth A. Gillis now for a free 15 minute consultation - (619) 378-0435

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Balanced Life Therapy Center

127 E Lexington Ave

El Cajon, CA 92020

(619) 378-0435
I specialize in Anxiety, Relationship Issues and Trauma and PTSD 
$130 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
Let's Connect (619) 378-0435

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Balanced Life Therapy Center

127 E Lexington Ave

El Cajon, CA 92020

(619) 378-0435
I specialize in Anxiety, Relationship Issues and Trauma and PTSD 
$130 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $130
  • Couple Sessions $150
  • Pay by Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Venmo, Visa

Insurance

  • Beacon Health Options | Carelon
  • ChoiceCare Network
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • EAP's
  • Flex Plan Credit Cards
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (619) 378-0435
Ruth A. Gillis
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, EMDR, Consult
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (619) 378-0435
Ruth A. Gillis
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, EMDR, Consult

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 50313 Ruth A. Gillis
  • In Practice for 24 Years
  • Certificate from American Association of Marriage and Family Ther Member / 2016
  • Certificate from EMDRIA (Eye Movement Desensitization&Reprocessing EMDR International Association / 2014
  • Attended University of Phoenix, Masters of Counseling, Graduated 2000
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (619) 378-0435
Ruth A. Gillis
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, EMDR, Consult
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (619) 378-0435
Ruth A. Gillis
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, EMDR, Consult

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Relationship Issues
  • Trauma and PTSD

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • ADHD
  • Alcohol Use
  • Anger Management
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Bisexual
  • Career Counseling
  • Child
  • Chronic Pain
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Dissociative Disorders (DID)
  • Divorce
  • Domestic Abuse
  • Domestic Violence
  • Drug Abuse
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Family Conflict
  • Geriatric and Seniors
  • Grief
  • Impulse Control Disorders
  • Infidelity
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Coaching
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Mood Disorders
  • Obesity
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Oppositional Defiance (ODD)
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Psychosis
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Sleep or Insomnia
  • Spirituality
  • Sports Performance
  • Substance Use
  • Teen Violence
  • Trauma/anxiety and marital problems
  • Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
  • Women's Issues
Do these issues align with your needs? or (619) 378-0435
Ruth A. Gillis
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, EMDR, Consult
Do these issues align with your needs? or (619) 378-0435
Ruth A. Gillis
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, EMDR, Consult

Endorsement

Balanced Life Therapy Center
Balanced Life Therapy Center
Marriage & Family Therapist
Ruth is a highly effective therapist who works hard to understand her client's needs and help them develop solutions to the difficulties in their lives. I have had the privilege to witness first hand her caring and thoughtful way, and I would feel confide...

Client Focus

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Gay Allied
Single Mother
Transgender Allied
Veterans

Ethnicity

Hispanic and Latino
Other Racial or Ethnic Background

Religion

Christian

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Gay Allied
Single Mother
Transgender Allied
Veterans

Ethnicity

Hispanic and Latino
Other Racial or Ethnic Background

Religion

Christian

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Christian Counseling
  • Coaching
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • EMDR
  • Family / Marital
  • Family Systems
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (619) 378-0435
Ruth A. Gillis
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, EMDR, Consult
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (619) 378-0435
Ruth A. Gillis
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, EMDR, Consult

Groups

Location

Primary Location

Balanced Life Therapy Center

127 E Lexington Ave

El Cajon, CA 92020

(619) 378-0435

Nearby Areas

Call for a free consultation now - (619) 378-0435
Ruth A. Gillis
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, EMDR, Consult
Call for a free consultation now - (619) 378-0435
Ruth A. Gillis
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, EMDR, Consult
Last Modified: 20 Dec 2022