Ruth Barrett‑Lennard
Registered Psychologist · Gestalt Psychotherapist
0413 127 883
[email protected]
Registered Psychologist · Gestalt Psychotherapist
Ruth Barrett‑Lennard
B.Psych., B.A.(Psych/Edu)., N/M.
Member Australian Association of Psychologists Inc · Full Member of Friends of Yoga Association · Medicare Provider No. 4010771T
- Registered Psychologist
- Gestalt Psychotherapist
- Nurse & Midwife
- Accredited Yoga Teacher
Ruth is a registered Psychologist, Gestalt Psychotherapist, midwife and yoga teacher. She works in private practice in the beautiful harbour port of Fremantle, 15kms from Perth, Western Australia. Ruth also consults in the home when illness, disability or carer responsibilities make travel difficult.
Ruth has a strong background in the nursing profession across a diverse range of areas, including medical, surgical, neonatal, midwifery and child health. She is a committed yoga practitioner of 15 years whose personal philosophy and practice integrates modern psychological perspective and skills with the ancient art of yoga.
Ruth's approach
A Supportive, Non-Judgmental Space
Therapeutically, Ruth works to provide a supportive and non-judgmental atmosphere where clients can feel safe to explore and understand the nature and meaning of their lives and difficulties. With increased awareness, clients have the capacity to resolve difficulties, enhance their sense of wellbeing and have fulfilling relationships. Ruth's approach has been keenly influenced by her four year training as a Gestalt Psychotherapist with the Gestalt Institute of Western Australia, which she completed in 2003.
Ruth provides counselling and psychotherapy for individuals, couples and families across all aspects of being human. Her special therapeutic interests include relationship and family issues; separation, divorce and custody arrangements; grief, loss, depression, anxiety, post-natal depression and fertility issues; spiritual development; trauma following hospitalisation, chronic and terminal illness; issues arising from physical disability; ageing and life review; gender and identity concerns; childhood trauma; and post-traumatic stress.
Ruth believes that the stories we tell ourselves, and share with others, hold the seeds of our own healing once we are aware of the gifts they contain.
Appointments & rebates
Getting Started with Ruth
Standard sessions run for 60 minutes. A GP referral is not necessary, however clients may receive a Medicare rebate when attending a registered psychologist for a limited number of sessions each year. Please discuss this with your GP prior to your first appointment.
Book a Session with Ruth