About Ruth Jones
Passionate about seeing people flourish
Ruth is a non-judgmental, empathetic, and diligent counsellor who values positive outcomes for her clients, their relationships, and their communities.
My Journey
Alongside LifeBack Counselling, Ruth works part time in a tertiary setting teaching Narrative Therapy and supporting counselling students as they grow in their practice.
Her background includes mothering three children, counselling in community settings, tertiary education, and 10 years of nursing across public and private health care. Those experiences have shaped a practical, compassionate understanding of people navigating health, education, relationships, identity, parenting, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and loss.
Ruth values balanced living. Outside her counselling work she is often with family, on a paddle board, in the bush, sharing food with friends, or offering Christ Centred Yoga. Her Christian faith is foundational to her wellbeing and purpose.
What clients often notice
- Clarity around boundaries and what matters most
- A safe space to be honest and reflective
- Feeling understood, empowered, and listened to
- Gentle guidance through grief, change, and relational strain
Experience and Credentials
Professional
- Member of NZAC - New Zealand Association of Counsellors
- Post Graduate Diploma in Counselling with a focus on Narrative and Collaborative Therapy
- Bachelor of Nursing from The University of Auckland with 10 years of health-sector experience
Practice
- Counselling since 2017
- Kaiako/Educator at Bethlehem Tertiary Institute
- Experience with Youthline, Helensville Women and Family Centre, Salvation Army Community Ministries, and private practice