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Elliot M Ruggles
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
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Elliot M Ruggles

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW (he, him)

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Providence, RI 02909
Let's Connect (401) 340-3488
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I am a clinical social worker with advanced training in human sexuality. I assist clients in gaining insights about gender, sexuality and/or relationships. For example, I can help in healing from sexual harm, improve sexual functioning, address out-of-control sexual behavior, and help explore challenges related to sexuality and ability. I can help you live authentically within intimate relationships (inclusive of non-monogamy), and explore the development of sexual attraction and gender identity over the life course. I help many people heal from sexual harm and live more authentic lives from a holistic perspective.
What are “stories we tell ourselves” (and stories we’re told) about sex, gender, relationships? Most don’t get holistic sexuality education growing up, so if issues develop later in life or there are habits that you’d like to change I can give you access to information you deserve, and serve as an accountability partner around creating change.
With an emphasis on healing around relationships, gender and sexuality through liberation from shame and oppression, I’m interested in helping others achieve fulfilling, authentic ethical lives. If you have concerns and are interested in asking questions and gaining insights to work toward authentic connections with others, let’s talk about how to do that.
Call or Elliot M Ruggles now for a free 15 minute consultation - (401) 340-3488

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Providence, RI 02909

(401) 340-3488

Grand Isle, VT 05458

I'm currently only booking online appointments during the ongoing COVID pandemic.
I specialize in Sex Therapy, Relationship Issues and Transgender 
$125 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  
Let's Connect (401) 340-3488
Photo of Elliot M Ruggles, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Providence, RI 02909

(401) 340-3488

Grand Isle, VT 05458

I'm currently only booking online appointments during the ongoing COVID pandemic.
I specialize in Sex Therapy, Relationship Issues and Transgender 
$125 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $125
  • Couple Sessions $150
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Mastercard, Paypal, Visa

Insurance

  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Out of Network
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I believe in access to healthcare and information, so have both a regular session fee and a sliding scale according to financial need.
Photo of Elliot M Ruggles, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Elliot M Ruggles
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (401) 340-3488
"
I believe in access to healthcare and information, so have both a regular session fee and a sliding scale according to financial need.
Photo of Elliot M Ruggles, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Elliot M Ruggles
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (401) 340-3488

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Rhode Island / ISW03099 Elliot M Ruggles
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 16 years
  • Attended Widener University, Graduated 2014
  • Additional Credentials

  • Licensed by State of Rhode Island / ISW03099
  • Certificate from AASECT 2009
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I am currently being supervised for Sex Therapy under the American Association for Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists.
Photo of Elliot M Ruggles, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Elliot M Ruggles
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (401) 340-3488
"
I am currently being supervised for Sex Therapy under the American Association for Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists.
Photo of Elliot M Ruggles, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Elliot M Ruggles
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (401) 340-3488

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Sex Therapy
  • Relationship Issues
  • Transgender

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Asperger's Syndrome
  • Autism
  • Bisexual
  • Body Positivity
  • Cancer
  • Divorce
  • Domestic Abuse
  • Domestic Violence
  • Eating Disorders
  • Infidelity
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Men's Issues
  • Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
  • Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Sexual Addiction
  • Sexual Functioning
  • Veterans
  • Women's Issues
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I work with clients to lead their fullest most authentic lives concerning gender, sexuality and relationships, whether that be healing through hard experiences, taking accountability for harmful patterns, or being more authentic to yourself.
Photo of Elliot M Ruggles, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Elliot M Ruggles
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (401) 340-3488
"
I work with clients to lead their fullest most authentic lives concerning gender, sexuality and relationships, whether that be healing through hard experiences, taking accountability for harmful patterns, or being more authentic to yourself.
Photo of Elliot M Ruggles, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Elliot M Ruggles
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (401) 340-3488

Client Focus

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied

Ethnicity

Black and African American

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied

Ethnicity

Black and African American

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Anti Oppression
  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Eclectic
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Family / Marital
  • Family Systems
  • Feminist
  • Identity Development
  • Multicultural
  • Narrative
  • Person-Centered
  • Psychodynamic
  • Rational Emotive Behavior (REBT)
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
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I use a number of modalities, tending towards support and education for the ethical relationships skills so many of us were not taught, as well as examining your past and figuring out how to unlearn patterns of behavior that are not currently serving you.
Photo of Elliot M Ruggles, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Elliot M Ruggles
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (401) 340-3488
"
I use a number of modalities, tending towards support and education for the ethical relationships skills so many of us were not taught, as well as examining your past and figuring out how to unlearn patterns of behavior that are not currently serving you.
Photo of Elliot M Ruggles, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Elliot M Ruggles
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (401) 340-3488

Location

Primary Location

Providence, RI 02909

(401) 340-3488

Additional Location

Grand Isle, VT 05458

(401) 340-3488
"
I'm currently only booking online appointments during the ongoing COVID pandemic.
Photo of Elliot M Ruggles, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Elliot M Ruggles
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (401) 340-3488
"
I'm currently only booking online appointments during the ongoing COVID pandemic.
Photo of Elliot M Ruggles, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Elliot M Ruggles
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (401) 340-3488