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Teresa Rutledge, LPC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Teresa 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 Teresa. View 27 reviews
Great news, Teresa is accepting new clients!
She is normally fully-booked.
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Georgia

Recent reviews

Teresa is excellent. She is a compassionate listener and has helped me acquire new tools to deal with my anxiety.

Reviewed May 2024

Professional yet personal. She listens and helps through understanding the big picture. Very easy to reach. Very easy to talk with. Caring and empathetic. Checks in if I don’t and offers resources that fit my needs and help.

Reviewed May 2024

More about Teresa

  • 9 years' experience
  • Female
  • LPC

I am a licensed professional counselor (LPC) who chose this profession later in life because I have always had the desire to help others in ways that will really make a difference in their lives. I am empathetic and a good listener. I provide emotional support to my clients without judgment. Many of my clients have suffered from trauma, isolation, and rejection from family and friends. Some of my clients have experienced episodes of self harm, suicidal ideations, and suicide attempts. I primarily use a client centered approach, as I believe that clients are capable of making the right decisions for their lives with the right support. In addition, I use other therapeutic modalities including cognitive behavioral therapy, rational emotive behavior therapy, mindfulness, positive psychology, anger management, motivational interviewing, and coping skills for anxiety and depression. I prefer to work with adults, but will work with older adolescents as well.

Mental health is as important as physical health, and when one suffers, the other suffers as well. So many people do not seek the help they need because of fear of being labeled or stigmatized. As human beings, we are creatures of memory, and sometimes our pasts keep us from becoming the person we want to be. I want to be the one to help you become your best self.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Trauma and abuse Anger management Bipolar disorder Depression Addictions LGBT Relationship issues Family conflicts Grief Intimacy-related issues Sleeping disorders Self esteem Career difficulties Coping with life changes Compassion fatigue Attachment issues Body image Codependency Commitment issues Communication problems Divorce and separation Family problems Forgiveness Guilt and shame Mood disorders Panic disorder and panic attacks Post-traumatic stress Self-harm Self-love Sexual assault and abuse Social anxiety and phobia Women's issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Teresa Rutledge's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1689241077.

  • LPC · Georgia · LPC011804 · Expires September 2026

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 Teresa Rutledge

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

5.0

27 reviews

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Teresa is excellent. She is a compassionate listener and has helped me acquire new tools to deal with my anxiety.

Reviewed May 2024

Professional yet personal. She listens and helps through understanding the big picture. Very easy to reach. Very easy to talk with. Caring and empathetic. Checks in if I don’t and offers resources that fit my needs and help.

Reviewed May 2024

Teresa is an extremely knowledgeable and qualified therapist. I love talking to her and have a ton of respect for her - her help is invaluable. Highly recommended!

Reviewed March 2024

I cannot say enough wonderful things about Teresa. I was first matched with the wrong therapist on Better Help, but Teresa came in and literally saved my life. She was just what I needed to help me cope with the loss of my dad and to adjust to living without him. She listens, allowed me to vent and cry, but most importantly, she gave me the tools and advice that I needed to apply to my life. I would highly recommend Teresa Rutledge!

Reviewed February 2024

Teresa is a phenomenal counselor! Our work together has empowered me to create a life full of meaning and overcome many of the challenges that kept me feeling stuck.

Reviewed January 2024

Teresa is extremely supportive, helpful, respectful, and professional. I highly recommend her!

Reviewed January 2024

Thank you Teresa for all of your help , I always enjoy talking to you, We’ll be in touch

Reviewed November 2023

I honestly love how understanding Ms. Teresa is. She is encouraging and actually takes the time to listen, allowing you to finish your thoughts. She helps you through what’s troubling you, by giving you the space to express yourself. I’m happy I was able to spend the time I had with her. She has a kind spirt that helped me open up! I can not thank her enough.

Reviewed January 2023

She is good

Reviewed November 2022

She is great and super sweet! She helped me with everything that I needed, and she is a great listener. I recommend her completely!

Reviewed November 2022

She is best

Reviewed July 2022

I am so thankful for you. You were there when when I really needed to talk to someone. Thank you for being there.

Reviewed July 2022

Theresa is so kind and a pleasure to work with

Reviewed June 2022

Teresa is very professional and prompt in her replies. It’s evident that she loves her career and cares about her clients! I would recommend Teresa highly.

Reviewed May 2022

Teresa has the qualities one would expect in a therapist, she is attentive and offers insight on a different perspective. I would recommend her services.

Reviewed April 2022

Terresa has helped me out in such short time, she’s a great therapist,

Reviewed April 2022

Teresa is very kind, patient and respectful. She listens well and offers helpful tools.

Reviewed March 2022

Teresa is an absolute delight. My first session with her was today, and I left the meeting feeling seen, heard, empowered, and validated. I'm already looking forward to our next session!

Reviewed March 2022

She has been a great listener to my struggles and a no judgement therapist who is able to answer with kindness and honesty about my issues

Reviewed March 2022

Teresa has been fantastic throughout my entire experience. She is very responsive and offers a judgement free space for me to work through my feelings.

Reviewed March 2022

Teresa Rutledge has been a huge help in just a short time period. I really look forward to our talks each week, and she helps me understand my problems in a much better light. I would definitely recommend her to someone who is struggling with as much anxiety as I am. She is very kind, easy to talk to, and very respectful.

Reviewed February 2022

Teresa is so easy to talk to and has me feeling heard and better by the end of every appointment!

Reviewed February 2022

I do feel Teresa relates very much to my losses so close together & has offered suggestions for me to move forward.

Reviewed February 2022

Extremely friendly, very easy to schedule

Reviewed January 2022

Teresa is a calming personality that actively listens and validates my feelings. She offers support through both messaging and video calls and I have benefited from our client/therapist relationship.

Reviewed January 2022

I liked speaking with Teresa, she carried the conversation well and made it easy for me to talk.

Reviewed January 2022

Very respectful, gets back in touch in a timely manner.

Reviewed January 2022

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Frequently asked questions

Does Teresa Rutledge offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Teresa Rutledge 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 Teresa Rutledge speak?

Teresa Rutledge speaks English.

How many years of experience does Teresa Rutledge have?

Teresa Rutledge has 9 years of experience.

Where is Teresa Rutledge licensed to practice?

Teresa Rutledge is licensed to practice in Georgia.

Does Teresa Rutledge accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Teresa Rutledge 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 Teresa Rutledge offer?

Teresa Rutledge offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Teresa Rutledge?

Teresa Rutledge 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 Teresa Rutledge?

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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