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Ruth A Sterbach
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
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Ruth A Sterbach

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

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Fayetteville, NC 28314
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Available both in-person and online
Fayetteville, NC 28314
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As your therapist: I will not try to fix you, give you advice, tell you what to do, pretend I know you more than you know yourself, assume what is best for you, have all the answers, or make the bad stuff go away. Instead, as your therapist I will: Remind you that you are not broken, give you room to access your own wisdom, support you in figuring out what to do, recognize that you are your own life expert, remember that I do not know what is best for you, honor that I do not know it all, and collaborate with you on how to make the hard stuff easier to sit with.
Therapy is tailored to each person’s needs, drawing from CBT, TF-CBT, Person-Centered Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and mindfulness. A strengths-based approach highlights resilience, builds coping skills, and supports meaningful change toward personal goals.
I know reaching out can be hard, especially when you're carrying a lot. You're not alone, and support is here when you're ready. If you’re thinking about taking that next step, I invite you to connect. We can explore what feels right for you—at your own pace.
Call or Ruth A Sterbach now for a free 15 minute consultation - (910) 312-2492

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Calming Earth Collective PLLC

Fayetteville, NC 28314

(910) 312-2492
My website
Offering video sessions via link provided prior to session.
I specialize in Anxiety, Depression and Grief 
$120 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, families and groups  
Let's Connect (910) 312-2492
Photo of Ruth A Sterbach, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Calming Earth Collective PLLC

Fayetteville, NC 28314

(910) 312-2492
My website
Offering video sessions via link provided prior to session.
I specialize in Anxiety, Depression and Grief 
$120 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, families and groups  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $120
  • Couple Sessions $150
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Aetna (State Health Plan-CPP)
  • Ambetter
  • AmeriHealth
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Carolina Complete Health
  • Healthy Blue
  • MedCost
  • Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Optum
  • Oscar Health
  • TRICARE
  • Trillium Community Health Plan
  • United Medical Resources (UMR)
  • UnitedHealthcare Medicaid
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • VA Community Care Network (CCN)
  • WellCare
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Ruth A Sterbach
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
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Ruth A Sterbach
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (910) 312-2492

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of North Carolina / C019314 Ruth Alizabeth Sterbach
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 6 years
  • Attended Fordham University, Master of Social Work, Graduated 2020
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Ruth A Sterbach
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (910) 312-2492
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Ruth A Sterbach
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (910) 312-2492

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Grief

Expertise

  • Coping Skills
  • Divorce
  • Domestic Abuse
  • Infidelity
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Mood Disorders
  • Peer Relationships
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Sex-Positive & Kink Friendly
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
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Ruth A Sterbach
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Do these issues align with your needs? or (910) 312-2492
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Ruth A Sterbach
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Do these issues align with your needs? or (910) 312-2492

Endorsement

Mo Taylor
Mo Taylor
LCSW Associate MSWLCSWA
Ruth is a compassionate and authentic therapist who creates space for others to feel seen, supported, and valued. Her care for both clients and providers reflects her strong leadership, genuine presence, and commitment to meaningful, lasting impact.

Client Focus

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Family
Group

Communities

Sex Worker Allied
Single Parent

Ethnicity

Black and African American
Native American

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Family
Group

Communities

Sex Worker Allied
Single Parent

Ethnicity

Black and African American
Native American

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Biofeedback
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Energy Psychology
  • Humanistic
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Person-Centered
  • Positive Psychology
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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Ruth A Sterbach
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (910) 312-2492
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Ruth A Sterbach
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (910) 312-2492

Groups


Location

Primary Location

Calming Earth Collective PLLC

Fayetteville, NC 28314

(910) 312-2492
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Offering video sessions via link provided prior to session.
Photo of Ruth A Sterbach, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Ruth A Sterbach
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (910) 312-2492
"
Offering video sessions via link provided prior to session.
Photo of Ruth A Sterbach, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Ruth A Sterbach
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (910) 312-2492