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Ms Ruth Berendt
Psychotherapist, Art Therapist
Coogee Counselling & Psychotherapy
Eastern Suburbs, Sydney NSW 2036
In Person + Telehealth
Philosophy & Vision
Ruth specialises in supporting women with depression or anxiety symptoms to get back on track. Ruth uses a holistic, growth-oriented and compassionate approach to therapy. Ruth holds a Masters of Psychotherapy and is a qualified Art Therapist. She has also trained as a yoga and meditation teacher and completed Compassionate Inquiry psychotherapy training.
Background
Ruth began counselling in 2010 and has since gone on to study Gestalt psychotherapy and specialise in creative arts therapy. She is a member of the Psychotherapy & Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA).
Additional Training
- Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST/LivingWorks)
- Clinical Tools for Effective Trauma Treatment (Manuela Mischke-Reed)
- Yoga/Meditation Teacher Training
- Telephone Counsellor National Training (LifeLine Australia)
- Compassionate Inquiry Training (Dr Gabor Mate)
Services
Areas of Special Interest
Accreditations
- Master of Gestalt Psychotherapy - 2018 - Gestalt Therapy Brisbane
- Advanced Diploma Gestalt Therapy - 2015 - Terrigal Gestalt Institute
- Diploma Transpersonal Art Therapy - 2012 - College of Complementary Medicine
- Yoga/Meditation Teacher Training - 2010 - BodyMindLife Yoga
- Bachelor Applied Science - 2002 - University of Canberra
Modalities
Art Therapy - Attachment Theory - Compassion-Focused Therapy - Creative Arts Therapy - Experiential - Gestalt - Interpersonal - Meditation - Mindfulness - Person Centred - Somatic Psychotherapy - Transactional Analysis - Transpersonal - Trauma-Informed
Therapy Approach
I create a nurturing space, where you can be yourself, and grow to make deep and lasting positive changes to your wellbeing and quality of life. I use a combination of trauma-based approaches, body-focussed psychotherapy, and creative therapies.
Professional Associations
- Gestalt Australia & New Zealand
- Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia
Practice Locations
Eastern Suburbs NSW 2036
Appointments
Text, call or email to arrange an appointment.
Appointments are available Monday to Friday.
After hours sessions available dependant on availability.
Fees & Insurance
Enquire about fees and discounts for students
and travellers.
Payment Options
Cash
Electronic transfer
Contact Ruth
Please contact me to make an appointment