Ruth Minnick
Evanston
Summary
Trauma-informed therapist, author, educator, and speaker specializing in somatic approaches to healing complex trauma, attachment wounds, anxiety, and nervous system dysregulation. Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with advanced training in Somatic Experiencing®, Somatic EMDR, Transforming Touch® (TEBB), touch work for developmental trauma, and IFS-informed therapy. Experienced presenter, adjunct faculty member, and group facilitator with over a decade of experience in coaching, leadership development, and therapeutic practice. Passionate about integrating neuroscience, embodiment, attachment theory, and relational healing into both clinical and educational settings.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Adjunct Faculty – Group Dynamics Immersion
Northwestern Family Institute
01.2023 - Current
- Supervised graduate students during group counseling sessions, enhancing their practical skills and confidence in group dynamics.
- Provided targeted feedback and support to students, fostering their development of effective group counseling techniques.
- Facilitate experiential learning focused on group process, interpersonal dynamics, emotional regulation, and counselor development.
Partner & Therapist
Living Well Psychotherapy
Evanston
01.2022 - Current
- Co-managed private practice, overseeing staffing, business development, and fostering positive company culture.
- Psychotherapist seeing 25 clients weekly to provide counseling services with a focus on trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, and relationship issues.
- Integrate somatic modalities including Somatic Experiencing®, Somatic EMDR, Transforming Touch®, and attachment-focused interventions to support trauma resolution and nervous system regulation.
- Support group therapy and coaching sessions, facilitating both personal and professional development.
- Developed and implemented content for therapeutic programs, enhancing client engagement and supporting organizational growth.
Counseling Intern
Eileen Glenn Counseling
Evanston
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Delivered individual and group therapy for clients with anxiety, depression, ADHD, and trauma, promoting emotional resilience and coping strategies.
- Facilitated individual counseling sessions to address client concerns.
- Facilitated trauma recovery sessions, fostering a safe space for healing.
- Assisted clients in identifying personal goals and coping strategies.
- Conducted intake assessments to gather client background information.
Adjunct Faculty & Lab Leader
Wright Graduate University
01.2014 - 01.2022
- Designed courses that integrated developmental psychology with current neuroscience, enriching student understanding.
- Facilitated workshops on emotional intelligence and leadership, fostering team collaboration and dynamics.
- Mentored and coached master’s-level students, enhancing their personal and professional skills.
Behavioral Associate Intern
Light on Anxiety Treatment Center
Chicago
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Provided support to clients with anxiety disorders and OCD, employing evidence-based techniques to improve therapeutic outcomes.
- Facilitated CBT for anxiety and OCD treatment, enhancing clients' coping strategies under licensed professionals' guidance.
- Assisted therapists with patient intake and assessment processes.
- Coordinated scheduling for patient appointments and follow-up sessions.
- Managed electronic records, ensuring accurate documentation of patient information.
Education
M.A. - Counseling
Northwestern University
Evanston, IL01-2022
M.A. - Transformational Leadership & Coaching
Wright Graduate University
Elkhorn, WI01-2014
BFA - Interior Design
Wayne State University
Detroit, MI01-2006
Fine Arts Coursework -
Sienna Heights University
Adrian, MI01-2002
Skills
- EMDR and CBT
- Trauma-informed care
- Crisis intervention skills
- Trauma healing practices
- Counseling services
- Couples therapy
- Integrative therapy
- Anxiety management
- Treatment planning
- Therapeutic frameworks
- Group facilitation
- Therapeutic workshops
- Team leadership
Certification
- Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) LCPC Candidate, NBCC Credential #178.019280
- National Certified Counselor (NCC), NBCC Credential #1724749
- Transforming Touch Practitioner Certification, 01/01/24
- Somatic EMDR Certification, Evergreen, 01/01/24
- Breathwork Certification (Levels 1 & 2), 01/01/20
- CBT Certification for Anxiety & OCD, 01/01/20
- Somatic Touch Skills Training: Kathy Kain (in progress)
- Emdria EMDR, EMDR Chicago, 01/10/21
PRESENTATIONS, WORKSHOPS & SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS
Building Resilience for Families of Children with Dyslexia
Everyone Reading Illinois Annual Spring Parent Conference
- Lake Forest, Illinois
- Bloomington, Illinois/ and Virtual
- Presented on resilience, nervous system regulation, emotional wellbeing, and practical strategies for supporting children with dyslexia and learning differences.
Trauma, Regulation & Resilience Workshops
- Delivered psychoeducational presentations integrating somatic approaches, attachment theory, and nervous system regulation for parents, educators, and community audiences.
- BNI: Training Series of 40+ Trainings on Human Connection & Business | 2024-2025
- Unlocking the Science of Connection | 2020
- CARE Personality Profile | 2019
- Corenet CREd Talks | 2018
- The Future of Legal | 2018
- DePaul Entrepreneurship | 2016
- Creating Powerful Teams | 2016
- Drama Triangle| 2014
Publications
- My Partly Cloudy Day, 01/01/23
- My Little Worry, 01/01/22
- My Little Book of Big Feelings, 01/01/22
- Articles in Cambria Style, Chicago Home + Garden, Architectural Digest, and others.
References
Available upon request.
Group Facilitation And Training
- Co-Facilitator, Living Well Psychotherapy, 01/01/20, Present
- Co-Facilitator, Personal Power & Assertion Transformation Lab Group, Wright Graduate University, 01/01/18, Present
- Co-Facilitator, Nourishment & Self-care Transformation Lab Group, Wright Graduate University, 01/01/14, Present
- Northwestern University Group Process Training, 01/01/21
- Wright Graduate University Group Process & Dynamics Training, 01/01/12
Core Competencies
EMDR, CBT, Breathwork, Transforming Touch, Trauma Healing, Mindfulness, Crisis Intervention, Trauma-Informed Care, Anxiety & Depression Management, Individuals, Trauma Survivors, Couples, Groups, Group Therapy, Personal Development, Leadership Coaching, LPC, NCC, Transforming Touch Practitioner, EMDR, CBT for Anxiety & OCD, Workshops, Keynote Speaking, Coaching, Emotional Intelligence Training
Affiliations
- Author of Children's Mental Health Books: My Little Book of Big Feelings, My Little Worry, My Partly Cloudy Day, Trouble with a Capital T, Belonging Begins with Me
Timeline
Adjunct Faculty – Group Dynamics Immersion
Northwestern Family Institute
01.2023 - Current
Partner & Therapist
Living Well Psychotherapy
01.2022 - Current
Counseling Intern
Eileen Glenn Counseling
01.2021 - 01.2022
Behavioral Associate Intern
Light on Anxiety Treatment Center
01.2020 - 01.2021
Adjunct Faculty & Lab Leader
Wright Graduate University
01.2014 - 01.2022
M.A. - Counseling
Northwestern University
M.A. - Transformational Leadership & Coaching
Wright Graduate University
BFA - Interior Design
Wayne State University
Fine Arts Coursework -
Sienna Heights University