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Online therapist

Rudesta Edwards-Ugiomoh

Compassionate therapy for stress and family concerns

Credentials
LCSW, LISW
Experience
5 years
Licensed in
Ohio, Virginia
Languages
English
Format
Online sessions

About Rudesta

Rudesta Edwards-Ugiomoh is a licensed clinical social worker who provides therapy to people in Ohio. She focuses on helping clients manage stress and anxiety, work through family concerns, and build self-esteem. Rudesta also supports people coping with life changes and those navigating ADHD-related challenges.

Her work emphasizes respect and active listening. Sessions are meant to help people develop practical coping strategies and greater self-compassion. Rudesta aims to make the therapy space affirming and culturally aware, especially for clients who want that focus.

Background and approach

She brings five years of clinical experience to her practice and uses evidence-based techniques to address post-traumatic stress, attachment issues, and feelings of guilt and shame. Rudesta helps clients notice unhelpful patterns and try different ways of relating and responding. Therapy with her involves setting clear goals and working together at a steady pace.

She supports people in learning skills to manage emotions and handle day-to-day challenges. Over time the work is intended to increase resilience and a stronger sense of self-love. People who choose Rudesta can expect a collaborative approach that balances practical skill-building with emotional processing.

She combines guidance with a listening stance so clients feel heard while making changes that fit their lives.

Approaches that guide online sessions

Rudesta uses evidence-based techniques tailored to the client’s needs. One common approach focuses on building coping skills for anxiety and stress through practical, step-by-step strategies. This helps people learn how to manage overwhelming feelings in day-to-day situations. She also emphasizes trauma-informed care for post-traumatic stress and attachment challenges. That work concentrates on increasing safety, understanding patterns formed by past experiences, and finding new ways to relate to oneself and others. These methods aim to reduce reactivity and improve emotional regulation. Finding the right approach is part of the therapy process. Rudesta will work together with each person to choose methods that match goals, preferences, and what feels most useful. The plan can change over time as progress is made and needs shift. Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Those options make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules and to keep continuity when life gets hectic. Licensed professionals can use these formats to deliver consistent therapeutic support and adapt practices to each person’s circumstances.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Rudesta address?
She works with stress, anxiety, family issues, self-esteem, coping with life changes, and ADHD. Additional focuses include attachment issues, guilt and shame, post-traumatic stress, and self-love.
How does she approach therapy?
The approach centers on respect, active listening, and collaborative problem solving. Sessions blend practical skill-building with emotional processing to help people manage daily challenges.
What is her professional background?
Rudesta has five years of clinical experience working with people on a range of emotional and relational concerns. Her practice emphasizes culturally aware and affirming care.
What credentials and location are listed?
She holds LCSW and LISW credentials: VA LCSW 0904018929 and OH LISW I.2506666. Her practice is based in Ohio.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
Therapy is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Clients can choose the format that fits their routine.
How are costs and scheduling handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Pricing details are provided during the sign-up process.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling according to therapist availability. The questionnaire helps match needs and preferences.

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Experience
5 years
Licensed
Ohio, Virginia
Languages
English

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