Ruth MacBain

Experienced clinician blending practical strategies and compassion

LCPC, LCMHC New Hampshire

Experience: 11 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Self esteem
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages: English

About Ruth

Ruth MacBain brings over a decade of clinical experience to her practice, holding licensure in both Maine and New Hampshire as an LCPC and LCMHC. She has a master's level certificate in Substance Use Disorders and a background in residential treatment and integrated care for co-occurring disorders.

Background and approach

Ruth draws on several therapeutic tools in collaboration with clients, including Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and approaches tailored for substance use when teaching groups.

Her work addresses a wide range of concerns such as stress, anxiety, addictions, self-esteem, depression, compassion fatigue, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related and eating issues, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include abandonment, attachment challenges, divorce and separation, drug and alcohol addiction, and prejudice and discrimination.

Outside of clinical work she volunteers with adaptive sports and supports people with autism and disabilities, and she enjoys outdoor activities like hiking, biking, and swimming. Ruth’s style emphasizes cooperation and practical strategies that align with a client’s goals and circumstances.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Ruth commonly integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing into her online work. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thought and behavior patterns and developing practical skills to manage symptoms like anxiety, depression, and stress. Motivational Interviewing emphasizes a collaborative conversation to increase motivation and support change, which can be especially useful for substance use and ambivalence about change.

She also uses elements of Client-Centered Therapy, which prioritizes empathy and a nonjudgmental stance so clients feel heard while exploring goals. Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process; Ruth collaborates with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences and adjusts as therapy progresses.

Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different schedules and comfort levels. These formats make it easier to access consistent care from New Hampshire and provide flexible ways to practice skills, check in between sessions, and maintain momentum toward personal goals.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Ruth address?

She works with stress, anxiety, addictions, self-esteem, depression, compassion fatigue, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating concerns, and coping with life changes, plus related areas such as abandonment and attachment issues.

What is her therapeutic style and approach?

Her practice is collaborative and draws on multiple methods, including Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Jungian and Narrative influences depending on client needs.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has 11 years of professional experience, including work in residential treatment and integrated treatment for co-occurring disorders.

Which credentials and state licenses does she hold?

She is credentialed as ME LCPC CC7025 and NH LCMHC 2331 and holds a master's level certificate in Substance Use Disorders.

Is she available in other languages or internationally?

She practices in English and is not currently accepting international clients.

What session formats are offered with this therapist?

Clients can meet via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on preference and availability.

How are fees and subscriptions handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What steps are required to begin working with her?

To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, Anxiety Addictions Self esteem Depression Compassion fatigue

Also works with

Family conflictsTrauma and abuse GriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersCoping with life changes

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionPrejudice and discrimination

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Jungian TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative Therapy

Experience

11+ years

Licensed

New Hampshire, Maine

Languages

English