I’m Ruth Conviser

I know firsthand what it feels like to struggle - and to free yourself from the inevitable challenges that life brings.

When I was twelve years old, my mother was diagnosed with breast cancer. Sadly, after remission, my mother passed away.

No amount of therapy could make the pain and hurt of losing my mother go away. But with the support of my family therapist, I learned to cope.

Most importantly, I discovered that a difficult experience is actually an opportunity to grow.

This early life experience forever shaped me - and led me to help others learn to use struggle and crisis as a way to facilitate change and growth.

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Room to grow in a space that’s judgement-free.

My Approach

 

My role is to help you continually move toward your life goals. You’ll find my style direct and honest. I am a discerning listener who will make you aware of limiting thoughts and unproductive patterns that stop you from being able to communicate and live life to the fullest.

This approach is based on weaving together a combination of evidence-based techniques that include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, mindfulness, and self-compassion.

Education & Background

 

Prior to founding Growth Solutions Counseling in 2008, I worked in the public mental health system for 7 years. I served children and families in residential treatment, as an in-home family therapist, and as an outpatient therapist.

Highlights:

  • Pennsylvania License in Clinical Social Work

  • Completed Gottman Level 3 Training

  • Advanced training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy through Bryn Mawr College

  • Advanced training in Exposure and Response Prevention for Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

  • Certified Diplomate of the Academy of CBT

  • Bachelor of Science in Psychology

  • Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance and Choreography

  • Master of Social Service, Bryn Mawr College

  • Specialization: Relationship Conflicts, Couples Counseling, Marital Counseling, Ambivalent Relationships, Divorce, Post-Divorce Growth, Anxiety Disorders, and Obsessive Compulsive Disorders, Supporting a Partner with OCD

Speaking, Professional Development, & Continuing Education

 

In addition to my therapy practice, I provide training for legal, mental health, nonprofit and community organizations, as well as professional development for graduate school programs.

Since 2015, I have taught Cognitive Therapy Certificate Program courses and LCSW/LSW exam preparation courses at Bryn Mawr College’s Center for Professional Development.

I have delivered talks about a variety of topics, such as:

  • Psychological Adjustment in Chronic Illness and Bleeding Disorders: Interventions for Medical Professionals (2023 Mid-Atlantic Region III Hemophilia Treatment Centers Annual Conference)

  • Grounded: How to Stay Level During an Illness (Jefferson Oncology Support Center, Philadelphia 2017)

  • Being the Calm Before the Storm (Making Divorce Healthier Conference, Blue Bell, PA 2016)

  • Staying Calm (Jefferson Survivorship Conference, Philadelphia, 2016)

  • Focusing the Divorcing Brain (Philadelphia Bar Association Family Law Section, 2014)

  • Learning to Surf the MRKH Seas (Mid-Atlantic MRKH, Philadelphia, 2014)

  • Effects of Divorce on Children (St. Peter’s Church, 2014)

  • Kicking Old Habits: The Science and Art of Changing Behavior (Mount Airy Learning Tree)

“The reward is when someone moves to a truly happier place.”

- Ruth