Sanford
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Ruth Eslinger
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA C, MALS
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Ruth Eslinger

Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA C, MALS

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Sanford, NC 27330
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I love clients who have come to counseling because it is time to try something different or strengthen skills. Sometimes it's past trauma you haven't dealt with and want it to stop interfering with your daily life so much. Grounding techniques may be needed in the short term to relieve immediate anxiety. This can make it easier to find new paths towards healing. These paths are skills that can improve your inner monologue and communication about your needs. This can show you that your trauma and past difficulties don't control you anymore. It was not and is not your fault. It is possible to heal and grow. Let's get started!
I want to help you learn to deal with the difficult things in their life. I have experience in helping people deal with past trauma, anxiety, depression, and negative thought spiraling. Sessions will be a safe place to share and decrease the negative effects of those things. You can create skills to develop positive neuropathways and grow healthier.
What brings you to counseling? I would love to hear about it. If we get to something that you aren't ready to talk about it, we can wait. When you're ready, you can share the long or short version, whatever you prefer. Many topics can be explored. Our sessions will be a conversation. Questions, in session, are always welcome. Call or email anytime!
Call or Ruth Eslinger now for a free 15 minute consultation - (984) 305-3019

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Sanford, NC 27330

(984) 305-3019

Greensboro, NC 27410

My website
Hello! Please click on "My Website" above, to view my calendar and schedule time with me! :)
I specialize in Sexual Abuse, Trauma and PTSD and LGBTQ+ 
$125 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Hi, the video is me and things we could work on in therapy. I hope to meet you soon!
Ruth Eslinger
Let's Connect (984) 305-3019
Photo of Ruth Eslinger, Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA C, MALS

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Sanford, NC 27330

(984) 305-3019

Greensboro, NC 27410

My website
Hello! Please click on "My Website" above, to view my calendar and schedule time with me! :)
I specialize in Sexual Abuse, Trauma and PTSD and LGBTQ+ 
$125 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Hi, the video is me and things we could work on in therapy. I hope to meet you soon!
Ruth Eslinger

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $125

Payment Methods

American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Quest Behavioral Health
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I am in network for Aetna, Cigna, Quest Behavioral Health NC, Carelon Behavioral Health, Independence Blue Cross of PA, and Horizon BC & BS of NJ. There will be more soon! I can see clients by self-pay and out of network through Headway. Please send any questions our way!
Photo of Ruth Eslinger, Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA C, MALS
Ruth Eslinger
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA C, MALS
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (984) 305-3019
"
I am in network for Aetna, Cigna, Quest Behavioral Health NC, Carelon Behavioral Health, Independence Blue Cross of PA, and Horizon BC & BS of NJ. There will be more soon! I can see clients by self-pay and out of network through Headway. Please send any questions our way!
Photo of Ruth Eslinger, Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA C, MALS
Ruth Eslinger
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA C, MALS
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (984) 305-3019

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of North Carolina / 16123 Ruth Elizabeth Eslinger

    • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 6 years
  • Attended Wake Forest University, Masters of Arts in Clinical Counseling, Graduated 2019

    • Additional Credentials

  • Membership with NBCC 2020
  • Degree/Diploma from UNCW Masters of Arts Liberal Studies / 2005
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I have been a clinical counselor for 5 years. I worked or volunteered as a crisis counselor for 18 years before that. It was my experience there that made me realize I wanted to help people more than just the crisis moment. Back then I also ran sexual assault and domestic violence support groups.
Photo of Ruth Eslinger, Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA C, MALS
Ruth Eslinger
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA C, MALS
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (984) 305-3019
"
I have been a clinical counselor for 5 years. I worked or volunteered as a crisis counselor for 18 years before that. It was my experience there that made me realize I wanted to help people more than just the crisis moment. Back then I also ran sexual assault and domestic violence support groups.
Photo of Ruth Eslinger, Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA C, MALS
Ruth Eslinger
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA C, MALS
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (984) 305-3019

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Sexual Abuse
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • LGBTQ+
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I help clients gradually decrease anxiety, depression, negative thoughts, and improve communication. Grounding techniques learned in the first sessions can help take the edges out. As you achieve smaller goals we create, you'll build confidence to address bigger needs. Each step in the plan is improved mental health. You'll make positive progress gains over 3 months.
Photo of Ruth Eslinger, Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA C, MALS
Ruth Eslinger
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA C, MALS
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (984) 305-3019
"
I help clients gradually decrease anxiety, depression, negative thoughts, and improve communication. Grounding techniques learned in the first sessions can help take the edges out. As you achieve smaller goals we create, you'll build confidence to address bigger needs. Each step in the plan is improved mental health. You'll make positive progress gains over 3 months.
Photo of Ruth Eslinger, Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA C, MALS
Ruth Eslinger
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA C, MALS
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (984) 305-3019

Endorsement

Yolanda C Eslinger
Yolanda C Eslinger
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Ruth is a highly skilled therapist with deep experience supporting survivors of domestic violence and women healing from trauma. She brings compassion, insight, and a steady presence to her work.

Client Focus

Age

Preteen , 
Teen , 
Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

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

Age

Preteen , 
Teen , 
Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

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

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Person-Centered
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In our sessions, I like to use Person-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to get at the complexity of the issues as you feel comfortable. We can find what skills to create and which to build upon. Examining those can help us create a path. Questions and affirmations can facilitate growth. Sometimes we focus on things that aren't going well even when there is good there too.
Photo of Ruth Eslinger, Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA C, MALS
Ruth Eslinger
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA C, MALS
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (984) 305-3019
"
In our sessions, I like to use Person-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to get at the complexity of the issues as you feel comfortable. We can find what skills to create and which to build upon. Examining those can help us create a path. Questions and affirmations can facilitate growth. Sometimes we focus on things that aren't going well even when there is good there too.
Photo of Ruth Eslinger, Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA C, MALS
Ruth Eslinger
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA C, MALS
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (984) 305-3019

Location

Primary Location

Sanford, NC 27330

(984) 305-3019

Email Me

My website

Additional Location

Greensboro, NC 27410

(984) 305-3019

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Zips

Neighborhoods

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Hello! Please click on "My Website" above, to view my calendar and schedule time with me! :)
Photo of Ruth Eslinger, Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA C, MALS
Ruth Eslinger
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA C, MALS
Call for a free consultation now - (984) 305-3019
"
Hello! Please click on "My Website" above, to view my calendar and schedule time with me! :)
Photo of Ruth Eslinger, Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA C, MALS
Ruth Eslinger
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA C, MALS
Call for a free consultation now - (984) 305-3019