Welcome!
Hi! My name is Meghan Rue. I know that finding a therapist can be challenging, and I’m glad you’re here. Here’s a little about myself.
My path to becoming a counselor began in my early 20s when I participated in therapy for the first time. My counselor helped me better understand my experiences, respected my beliefs, and compassionately guided me through the healing process. It was hard work being a client, but I gained a grounded sense of peace and joy as I participated in our sessions.
After seeing the benefits of counseling and having realized that my values and personality were a good fit for the profession, I was inspired to pursue a career as a therapist myself. Today, I’m deeply grateful to partner with my clients as we work together to find each person’s own version of growth and healing amidst struggles.
I work well with college students and young adults who are experiencing anxiety, challenging family or relationship dynamics, or are having struggles with life transitions. I hope to welcome clients with a warm and accepting presence and offer a free 15 minute phone call where we can chat and see if we’d be a good fit in therapy.
I am an Austin native and attended The University of Texas (hook em!) before completing my masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Sam Houston State University. I am an LPC Associate, meaning I have graduated with my masters and am licensed by the state of Texas while still completing requirements to be independently licensed under the supervision of Dr. Evelyne Fitzgerald, PhD, LPC-S, RPT-S.
I like to spend my time outdoors, at a coffee shop, or with a book or movie at home. I love spending time with friends and family and enjoy traveling. My most recent trip was to the Oregon coast where my friends and I hiked, found waterfalls, and enjoyed some surprisingly sunny days on the beach!
I approach therapy from a person-centered and cognitive behavioral (CBT) perspective, meaning I will first seek to understand who you are and what matters to you as we get to know one another. From there, I will offer education surrounding the symptoms you’re experiencing, give you new ways to approach your difficulties, and work with you to create the changes you desire. Sometimes we’ll process past experiences, other times we’ll focus on the present moment or future possibilities. Therapy is a joint effort between the two of us, and I hope to facilitate a space where we can connect, collaborate, and celebrate your growth together.
Prior to Eventide Therapy, I have worked in various other treatment settings listed below.
Play therapist for children, focusing on trauma, anxiety, and family of origin struggles.
Addiction group therapist at a residential treatment center for women.
Group therapist for women involved in the justice system.
Sam Houston State University counseling center, focusing on college students and teens from the Huntsville community.
Private practice individual therapist, focusing on children, teens, and young adults.