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Ruth Schettini

VirtualHigh Satisfaction Rate

6 years of experience

Verified by Octave
In California
Accepting 8 Insurance providers

Meet Ruth

As a first-generation Latina, I know the experience of first gen and I understand how big a role culture plays in our interactions, relationships, and even how we view ourselves. I also understand the anxiety of being first gen, POC and struggling to find your voice. I want to help you find that voice. I have extensive experience working with anxiety in adults and adolescents. I also have experience and training with working with individuals who work in ministry and live more faith-based lives. There are genuine barriers and systems we all face every day along with the stigma our communities may place on us. You will find a safe and open space here. I try to approach everyone in a way where I am meeting them where they are at, creating a safe space, and being honest and realistic about the barriers you may be facing and how you can start to overcome them. I have been trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Socio-Emotional Relationship Therapy (SERT), Psychodynamic Therapy, Relationship Therapy, and Experiential Therapy (Satir). I am currently being trained in Trauma Therapy. Feel free to reach out if you have any other questions!

I have a passion for working with underprivileged and underserved communities.

Communication Style

  • Affirming
  • Casual
  • Empowering
  • Holistic
  • Humorous

Specialties & Approaches

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Approach

Licensed In

Locations

Virtual appointments available for California residents

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Credentials & Verification

Verified by Octave

License number

Education

Ruth Schettini, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist License #123254 (exp November 2026)

Calculate Cost & Insurance

$28

/ session on average with insurance

Frequently asked questions

Ruth Schettini accepts Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross of CA, Out-of-State BlueCard PPO, Prime Health, Centivo, Cigna Healthcare/Evernorth, Health Net, and Blue Shield of California. Octave clients pay an average of $28 per session through insurance, and more than 95% pay less than $45 per session. Your exact cost depends on your plan’s copay or deductible. You can use the cost estimator to see what you would pay before your first session. If you would rather pay out of pocket, self-pay sessions in California are estimated at $205-250 per session.

Ruth Schettini is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). Ruth is licensed to practice in California, so clients located in California can book sessions. Ruth’s California license number is 123254, and you can look it up through the state licensing board. Octave verifies every therapist’s license before they begin seeing clients, and licenses are kept current as a condition of practicing with Octave.

Ruth Schettini has been practicing therapy for 6 years. Ruth’s education and training include MA - Clinical Psychology, Emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy in Latinx Communities, Pepperdine University. Over that time, Ruth has worked closely with BIPOC, Parents, Immigrants, Students, and Latine Community.

Ruth Schettini works with BIPOC, Parents, Immigrants, Students, and Latine Community and specializes in Anxiety, Burnout, Couples Therapy, Cultural Issues/Racial Stress, Depression, Immigration, IPV/DV, Religious Trauma, Stress, Women's Issues, and Workplace Stress. These are the areas where Ruth spends most of their clinical time. Ruth also sees couples together in joint sessions. If the concern you want help with isn’t listed here, a Care Navigator can tell you whether Ruth is a good fit or match you with another Octave therapist who specializes in it.

Ruth Schettini draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Psychodynamic. In sessions, Ruth’s style is affirming, casual, empowering, holistic, and humorous. In Ruth’s words: “I have a passion for working with underprivileged and underserved communities.”

Ruth Schettini (she/her) offers therapy in English and Spanish. Ruth identifies as Hispanic/Latinx.

Ruth Schettini offers online sessions over secure video, so you can meet from home or any private space. Ruth is licensed in California, and you need to be located in that state at the time of each session. All you need is a device with a camera and a stable internet connection.

Your first session with Ruth Schettini is a chance to talk through what brought you to therapy and what you want to work on. Ruth will ask about your background, your current concerns, and your goals, and together you will start shaping a plan for your sessions. It is also a chance to see whether Ruth’s style feels like a good fit for you. After their first session, 9 in 10 Octave clients say their therapy experience has been good or better.

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