Becky Ruiz, MA, LPC, CADC I, CHC
Therapist
Behavioral & Mental Health
Provider Bio
Becky Ruiz (formerly Baker), LPC, MA, is a behavioral and mental health therapist at Women's Healthcare Associates in Portland, Oregon.
From the Provider
“I am amazed by the resiliency that the women I care for exhibit and the strengths they have to get through difficult times of their lives. I feel fortunate to be a part of their care team and provide the additional support they need on their path to physical and emotional wellness.”
About the Provider
Becky has had a lifelong passion for helping others achieve mental and physical wellness. She recognizes and admires the strength and adaptability women exhibit through all phases of their lives and is passionate about helping them make positive changes by providing a trusting and caring environment that inspires confidence, both in the care they are receiving and in their own strengths and abilities. In addition to being a licensed professional counselor, she is also a certified health coach, which helps her understand the mind/body connection and guides her holistic approach to helping women achieve their goals for overall wellness. Besides promoting goals for a healthy lifestyle, Becky is also experienced in helping patients with stress management, life transitions, postpartum depression and anxiety, substance abuse and management of chronic illnesses.
In her spare time, Becky enjoys cooking, hiking and other outdoor activities. She also loves traveling and spending time with her partner and her dog.
Certifications
- Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor I, Mental Health & Addiction Certification Board of Oregon, 2015
- Certified Health Coach, National Society of Health Coaches
Education
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Graduate Degree:
Master of Arts, Counseling Psychology, Pacific University, 2011
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Undergraduate Degree:
Bachelor of Science, Psychology, Oregon State University, 2009