My Approach to Helping
My name is Jay Ruan, a licensed clinical social worker in the state of California. Beyond my education, training, and work experiences, I also have lived experience of struggling with mental health. This gives me not only the knowledge, but also empathy and a different perspective that can support and guide you in your journey toward restoring your true potential and overall wellness. I seek not to tell you where to go, but to walk with you by your side. I believe that "unable to change" is trauma and lived-through experience that has not yet been given the needed care and untangling. My approach is to use the method that best addresses your needs and situation. I often help clients restore and build needed support in their life during times of change, interpersonal conflict, and grief, and loss. After I work on addressing urgent issues, I want to help you build insight and deal with the root of the issue, aiming to produce long-lasting recovery long after treatment has ended. I am not here to solve your problems, but to guide and empower you to conquer them.
(Late night appointments available and preferred.)