Dr. Ruby Akhigbe

Compassionate, experienced care for emotional healing

LCSW Texas

Experience: 27 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Family
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages: English

About Ruby

Dr. Ruby Akhigbe brings 27 years of clinical experience to work with people facing stress, anxiety, relationship and family challenges, anger, depression, and trauma and abuse.

Background and approach

She recognizes the impact of grief, role overload, negative rumination, and co-dependency on daily life and approaches these concerns with empathy and active listening. Dr.

Akhigbe values the courage it takes to pursue change and aims to support clients beginning a process of healing and growth. Holding a doctorate as well as bachelor’s and master’s degrees, she practices from an eclectic foundation while noting Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) among her approaches.

Her work often addresses issues such as communication problems, attachment and family of origin concerns, abandonment, dissociation, and mood regulation difficulties. She also supports people coping with blended family issues, divorce and separation, and aging-related matters.

Dr. Akhigbe emphasizes collaborative, holistic care that empowers clients to disrupt negative cycles, develop healthier responses, and build practical skills for improved interactions and emotional regulation.

How evidence-based approaches translate to online care

Dr. Akhigbe integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) in her online practice to address patterns of thought and behavior and to help clients live in line with their values. CBT focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behaviors, which can reduce anxiety and improve mood through practical skills work. ACT emphasizes accepting difficult experiences while committing to meaningful actions, useful for stress, rumination, and coping with loss.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist works with clients to assess needs, goals, and personal preferences, tailoring techniques from CBT, ACT, or other attachment-informed methods as appropriate. This allows for adjustments over time so the plan fits evolving concerns and circumstances.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for busy schedules and people who prefer remote access. These options can make it easier to maintain continuity of care, practice skills between sessions, and integrate therapeutic work into daily life while working with licensed professionals.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist commonly address?

Areas of focus include stress, anxiety, relationship and family issues, anger, depression, and trauma and abuse. Additional topics noted are communication problems, attachment difficulties, abandonment, and mood regulation challenges.

What is the therapeutic style and approach used?

The clinician uses an eclectic, client-centered style and includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) alongside ACT, DBT, attachment-based, and client-centered methods to match interventions to client needs.

How much clinical experience does the therapist have?

The therapist has 27 years of clinical counseling experience and emphasizes practical skill-building and emotional healing informed by long-standing practice.

What credentials and location are listed for this provider?

She is licensed as an LCSW in Texas with TX LCSW 67564 and maintains a practice based in Texas.

In which languages can sessions be conducted and are international clients accepted?

Sessions are offered in English, and international clients are not currently accepted.

Which session formats are available for working together?

Available formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to provide multiple ways to connect.

How are costs and billing handled for sessions?

Pricing varies with client location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What are the first steps to begin therapy?

To begin, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions based on the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsAnger managementDepression

Also works with

Trauma and abuse

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesCo-morbidityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Existential TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

27+ years

Licensed

Texas

Languages

English