Ruby has been able to tackle my immediate concerns and in just two sessions i have already been able to understand SO much about what work i need to do to improve the quality of my life. i am very grateful and excited for this opportunity to work with her.
Ruby Preston, LPC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Ruby is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Ruby. View 19 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Texas
Recent reviews
I am grateful for Ruby’s professionalism, compassion, communication, and empathy. I started therapy to help me deal with anxiety and depression. She’s helped me to face some feelings and facts that I’d been avoiding. She has effectively used the tools at her disposal to help me dig deeper. As a result, I have learned how to identify the root causes of my stress and learn how to handle it. I am on the road to rebuilding some of my relationships and letting go of others that don’t serve me. At some point, I won’t need to talk to Ruby as often as I am now, but I will definitely do a check in from time to time to make sure that I stay on track.
More about Ruby
- 18 years' experience
- Female
- LPC
I am licensed in Texas with 15 years of professional work experience in private practice. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, parenting issues, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Licenses
Ruby Preston's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1467631234.
- LPC · Texas · 63302 · Expires December 2024
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Ruby Preston
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Ruby has been able to tackle my immediate concerns and in just two sessions i have already been able to understand SO much about what work i need to do to improve the quality of my life. i am very grateful and excited for this opportunity to work with her.
I am grateful for Ruby’s professionalism, compassion, communication, and empathy. I started therapy to help me deal with anxiety and depression. She’s helped me to face some feelings and facts that I’d been avoiding. She has effectively used the tools at her disposal to help me dig deeper. As a result, I have learned how to identify the root causes of my stress and learn how to handle it. I am on the road to rebuilding some of my relationships and letting go of others that don’t serve me. At some point, I won’t need to talk to Ruby as often as I am now, but I will definitely do a check in from time to time to make sure that I stay on track.
I enjoy my sessions with Ruby. She is an intelligent therapist with great perspective.
Ruby is compassionate and caring. She has extensive life experience to help connect with me and my issues.
I love Ruby, she’s so down to earth and wise. I purposely sought out a therapist of color because I wanted someone to relate to me as a young black woman and she does just that. She’s such a great person. So spiritual and enlightening.
Ruby listens to me in a kind and understanding way
Ruby is a truly wonderful person and an incredible therapist. For anyone starting therapy, it is a process and you learn to take baby steps towards a new direction and perspective in life. Ruby is a great guide and will help you the whole way.
Im enjoying her as a therapist, its nice to know she us there for me when I need someone to talk to
Amazing, patient therapist.
She’s wonderful. I like her recommendations and insight.
Offer a space to vent and express my feelings and less time prematurely offering input that might not be relevant or helpful to the topic of discussion. Help me pinpoint my areas of concern.
Ruby gave me the space and understanding to express myself. She made me feel heard. And at that moment for me, that was what I really needed to help me move forward. This was very different from any other therapist that I had worked with before. Thank you, Ruby!
Ruby Preston is an amazing therapist, she has a great listening ear and very compassionate. She uses her personal experiences to relate as well
She gave me another chance to work with her after me being so stubborn and unable to comprehend myself. Thank you Ms. Preston fir not giving up on me
My therapist is probably the best one that I have ever had, and I've been seeing them for 37 years, she listens, she tells me what I need to know, and we discuss ways of overcoming my obstacles, she gives me tools that I can actually use (unlike other therapists that I have seen. I've made more progress with her in this very short amount of time than I did with other ones over years! I still have a long way to go, but there is a light at the end of the tunnel now!
Felt like I was talking with a friend
She is great!
Very nice, calm, and lovely. I like the examples she gives and always have a takeaway after every session. It makes me reflect a lot and appreciate the words she says to get me to do and feel better.
Really sweet & understanding
Frequently asked questions
Does Ruby Preston offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Ruby Preston works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Ruby Preston speak?
Ruby Preston speaks English.
How many years of experience does Ruby Preston have?
Ruby Preston has 18 years of experience.
Where is Ruby Preston licensed to practice?
Ruby Preston is licensed to practice in Texas.
Does Ruby Preston accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Ruby Preston does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Ruby Preston offer?
Ruby Preston offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
How can I communicate with Ruby Preston?
Ruby Preston can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Ruby Preston?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.