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My name is Meri Rule, I have been in the Mental Health field since 2010. Some of those years, I have worked with addictions, depression, anxiety, bipolar, grief and trauma, PTSD, OCD, relationships issues, and other life challenges. My clients range in age between 8 and 80.
I use techniques unique to client needs, including: CBT, Solutions Focused, Positive, psychodynamic, family systems, humor, along with Art and Music therapies. Working together to find the most effective treatment strategies is essential, in helping you reach your therapeutic goals.
I recently earned my PhD in Clinical Psychology, November 2018 and completed my Master's degree in Mental Health Counseling in November, 2010; both earned at Walden University. I also have an undergraduate BA in Experimental Psychology, with a minor in Sociology from University of Texas at Arlington. I hold several licenses, including; LCDC, NCC, LPC, and Auricular Acupuncture Specialist. Auricular Acupuncture is useful in treating chemical withdrawals, anxiety, depression, PTSD, grief, and can also be used for pain management.
My approach is caring, empathetic, supportive, and non-judgmental. I work at the client's pace and meet them where they are. Please let me help you work through past experiences and daily struggles, to build a more secure satisfying and healthy life.
I look forward to working with you!
Professional experience
6yrs in practice
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationshipsGrief
Additional areas of focus:LGBT, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Intimacy-related issues, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Services offered
Video
Phone
Live Chat
Messaging
License information
TX LPC 68088
Reviews
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Dr. Meri Rule. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Dr. Rule has really helped me through some rough times. She adapts to my personal preferences and provides me proper coping techniques. I've had a few other therapists in the past, but none of them actually helped me except for Dr. Rule. Highly, highly recommended.
Written on Jan 12, 2022 after therapy with Meri for 10 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, and adhd
Meri is very kind and helpful and offers sound advice and insight while helping to give techniques and strategies to work towards healing
Written on Oct 23, 2020 after therapy with Meri for 2 weeks on issues concerning lgbt, relationship issues, and intimacy-related issues
Meri is awesome. She’s professional, kind and patient. She has really helped me work through some things.
Written on Oct 16, 2019 after therapy with Meri for 1 year and 9 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, and self esteem
I love Meri! She has helped so much throughout the last year and a half. She really listens to you and has great advice! I would recommend Meri to anyone who is going through a rough time and is in need of help.
Written on Jun 28, 2019 after therapy with Meri for 1 year and 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, anger management, and bipolar disorder
Meri is an amazing counselor! She has helped me tremendously with navigating through some issues. She responds quickly and has ample experience with all kinds of concerns. I definitely recommend her!
Written on Jul 02, 2018 after therapy with Meri for 5 months on issues concerning addictions, relationship, family, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related, and sleeping
I always feel as though she's there to listen to my rants, even if it seems petty. She's definitely a positive support in my life and not too many people have those these days. Thank you Meri.
Written on May 16, 2018 after therapy with Meri for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and addictions
Meri is an amazing person and a wonderful therapist. She helps me put things into perspective when I can hardly get myself together. She gave me tools to help cope with anxiety and stress I'm sure I will use until the end of my days. Thank you, Meri! You're awesome!
Written on Apr 02, 2018 after therapy with Meri for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, and self esteem
The work I’ve done with Meri, even in this short time, has made a huge difference in my life. I’m so thankful to have her help.
Written on Mar 07, 2018 after therapy with Meri for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, and intimacy-related
Meri is amazing. She has been my personal counselor for two years now. I have grown so much with her help - she constantly replies to me, listens to me, and supports me and helps me grow. 10/10!
Written on Mar 05, 2018 after therapy with Meri for 1 year and 9 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship, grief, and depression
Meri is thoughtful, prompt, benevolent and helpful. She helps ease you into a feeling of having a conversation with a friend, and this provides an optimal platform from which to make progress. I would recommend that anyone seek her assistance.
Written on Feb 07, 2018 after therapy with Meri for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship, self esteem, and anger
She's smart, experienced, and involved. I couldn't have asked for more.
Written on Feb 01, 2018 after therapy with Meri for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, family, trauma and abuse, sleeping, self esteem, and career
Help is tough to find, especially when the help you want is mental help and health... Meri has helped me in such a positive way in these few weeks, she listens to me and helps me improve my day. Improving a day is the first step to improve ones life... I highly recommend to those that need help, to search for it. Being alone is the worst thing to feel. But, when you know someone is willing to listen and help. That is the best feeling
Written on Jan 27, 2018 after therapy with Meri for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family, trauma and abuse, sleeping, parenting, self esteem, and anger
Meri is great. She took the time to really understand my situation and made me a priority. She helped guide me to see my self worth and was very personable.
Written on Jan 25, 2018 after therapy with Meri for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship, sleeping, and self esteem
Awesome.
Written on Jan 18, 2018 after therapy with Meri for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship, family, intimacy-related, sleeping, self esteem, and anger
Meri is sweet and kind. She asks a lot of questions which I like. She's helped me a bit coming to terms with my reality and recognizing my distorted view of things which I really appreciate.
Written on Jan 11, 2018 after therapy with Meri for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related, sleeping, self esteem, anger, career, and bipolar
My first time I reached out to get counseling, I was not disappointed with her.
Written on Oct 11, 2017 after therapy with Meri for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship, sleeping, career, and bipolar
Meri has really helped me to deal with multiple personal issues that were interfering with my life in multiple ways. I'm so happy I found her!
Written on Sep 23, 2017 after therapy with Meri for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship, family, and trauma and abuse
Only been on here for a few weeks but this is the most improvement I have had in years! Meri Rule is the best therapist I have ever had. She listens and talks to me like a human being rather than just another client. Her tips and ideas are doable and very helpful.
Written on Mar 29, 2017 after therapy with Meri for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and bipolar
It's much easier to talk to someone this way than to have to go in one or two times a month. I appreciate how helpful my counselor has been and how forthcoming they've been with suggestions.
Written on Mar 10, 2017 after therapy with Meri for 3 weeks
Meri is proving to be the emotional and trusting crutch that I need at this time in my life. I had no expectations from Better Health other than the hope it would help with my confused thoughts and feelings. You've hooked me up with someone who is patient, compassionate and professional in their approach but who is trustworthy like a very close friend. Clearly a great resource for practitioner and patient and I have no hesitation in recommending Meri. Thanks!
Written on Mar 09, 2017 after therapy with Meri for 1 month on issues concerning depression, and stress, anxiety
Meri is wonderful. I look forward to sharing with her my thoughts and feelings before I react to a situation. It's been surprisingly helpful. I love this platform.
Written on Mar 07, 2017 after therapy with Meri for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship, trauma and abuse, and intimacy-related
Meri is great! She's helped me through some pretty tough things and offers amazing advice! I recommend her to everyone that's noticed a change in me.
Written on Jan 22, 2017 after therapy with Meri for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship, grief, intimacy-related, and self esteem
Meri was helpful, non judgmental, and very responsive to my issues. She gave me immediate tools to use while I worked on some difficult issues, and was astute and respectful of my reluctance at times to share by gently guiding me to answers. I would highly recommend.
Written on Oct 17, 2016 after therapy with Meri for 2 days on issues concerning intimacy-related
I'm a very spiritual/religious person and I love how Meri Rule helps incorporate some of that into my therapy sessions. So glad she is my counselor!
Written on Oct 04, 2016 after therapy with Meri for 1 month on issues concerning depression, relationship, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related, and bipolar
Meri is great!
Written on Sep 02, 2016 after therapy with Meri for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, and grief
I was a mess before I got some of Meri's guidance. She listened to my problems, did not judge me, and made me feel safe telling her anything. She's willing to work with you on finding the techniques that work for you. I feel I really have someone on my side, supporting me.
Written on Jun 02, 2016 after therapy with Meri for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship, grief, and depression
The first time I spoke with her, I felt better. I felt relieved. She knows her stuff. It's nice to have a friend who can give you insights and advices and guides you in situations of dilemmas.
Written on Apr 05, 2016 after therapy with Meri for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship, grief, and depression
Meri has been a great support for me during my marital separation. I am healing from a verbally and emotionally abusive relationship. She listens well, helps me to remember to care for myself, and responds quickly. I highly recommend Meri as a counselor.
Written on Nov 22, 2015 after therapy with Meri for 3 weeks
Meir has really helped me with my personal stuff and has great teachniques!
Written on Oct 13, 2015 after therapy with Meri for 2 weeks
She is so amazing. I have major trust issues and this woman has helped me over come that, and helped find a way for me to cope with my PTSD. She is always reliable and there. Thanks Meri for all that you do!!
Written on Aug 29, 2015 after therapy with Meri for 2 weeks
I loved working with Meri! She was encouraging and positive, and gave me an outlet to express myself in a safe, non-judgmental environment.
Written on Jul 03, 2015 after therapy with Meri for 6 days on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, and depression
Meri is great at listening (or reading I should say) when I go on and on and on. I will get everything out and read back through and not even realize 10 paragraphs later. She takes everything in and responds to each individual thing. She gives great suggestions and advice on different techniques to use and keeps up to date with how you are doing. If there are several days between responses, she is great at checking in and making sure you are ok and very good at keeping in touch. Highly recommend Meri!
Written on Jun 10, 2015 after therapy with Meri for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, grief, and depression
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