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Marcia Rorty
Psychologist, PhD
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Marcia Rorty

Psychologist, PhD

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103 East 4th Avenue, Suite 201, Ellensburg, WA 98926
(509) 607-6440
Let's Connect (509) 607-6440
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Your unique personal struggles occur against the backdrop of unprecedented political division and environmental crisis that can bring feelings of overwhelm, loss, and fear for the future. You may find yourself anxious, depressed, disillusioned, angry; many feel guilty accessing help when others are suffering worldwide. You may repeat old, now-painful patterns that were once healthy adaptations to childhood duress, even as you yearn for peace, balance, and a richer life. For over 25 years I’ve offered a non-judgmental and compassionate space where you can come back to center and take concrete steps toward a self-honoring life.
I help you gain insight into your negative patterns and make practical, accountable, and self-compassionate changes. I work with those struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship problems, eating disorders, retirement and aging, and more. I treat counselors and health professionals and have unique expertise in issues facing professors and academics.
I see individuals (including "older" adults), couples and, if there's interest, will offer a group for those caregiving for spouses and parents. I received my undergraduate degree from Harvard and my PhD in clinical psychology from the University of California at Los Angeles (UCLA). I hold licenses in Washington and California and practice in both states.
Call or Marcia Rorty now for a free 15 minute consultation - (509) 607-6440

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

103 East 4th Avenue

Suite 201

Ellensburg, WA 98926 map

 (509) 607-6440
I see clients in person in my office or, if you prefer, conduct tele-health via Zoom with my clients in both Washington and California .
I specialize in counselors, health professionals, academics and caregivers of declining spouses & parents 
$200 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and groups  
Let's Connect (509) 607-6440
Photo of Marcia Rorty, Psychologist, PhD

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

103 East 4th Avenue

Suite 201

Ellensburg, WA 98926 map

 (509) 607-6440
I see clients in person in my office or, if you prefer, conduct tele-health via Zoom with my clients in both Washington and California .
I specialize in counselors, health professionals, academics and caregivers of declining spouses & parents 
$200 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and groups  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $200

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Check, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Asuris Northwest Health
  • First Choice Health | FCH
  • Kaiser in-network
  • Medicare
  • Out of Network
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I bill your insurance electronically. If I am not in-network with your plan, I ask that you resolve any payment-related issues.
Photo of Marcia Rorty, Psychologist, PhD
Marcia Rorty
Psychologist, PhD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (509) 607-6440
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I bill your insurance electronically. If I am not in-network with your plan, I ask that you resolve any payment-related issues.
Photo of Marcia Rorty, Psychologist, PhD
Marcia Rorty
Psychologist, PhD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (509) 607-6440

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Washington / PY60780204 Marcia Rorty

    • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 30 years
  • Attended University of California at Los Angeles, Graduated 1993

    • Additional Credentials

  • Licensed by State of Washington / PY60780204
  • License: California PSY14102 / 1995
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I received my BA from Harvard and PhD in clinical psychology from UCLA. I completed a 3-year post-doc in the UCLA Medical Center, was an assistant professor for 2 years at Claremont McKenna College, then entered clinical practice full-time. I've been licensed for almost 30 years in CA and WA.
Photo of Marcia Rorty, Psychologist, PhD
Marcia Rorty
Psychologist, PhD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (509) 607-6440
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I received my BA from Harvard and PhD in clinical psychology from UCLA. I completed a 3-year post-doc in the UCLA Medical Center, was an assistant professor for 2 years at Claremont McKenna College, then entered clinical practice full-time. I've been licensed for almost 30 years in CA and WA.
Photo of Marcia Rorty, Psychologist, PhD
Marcia Rorty
Psychologist, PhD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (509) 607-6440

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • counselors, health professionals, academics
  • caregivers of declining spouses & parents

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Asperger's Syndrome
  • Bisexual
  • Body Positivity
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Eating Disorders
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Obesity
  • Parenting
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
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I love working with a wide age range of adult clients. Now that I'm a 60-something, I find that more and more "older" (note quotes!) individuals are seeking me out to work on issues pertaining to aging, retirement (or the inability to do so), and yes, those family-of-origin issues that go way back but have a way of persisting across the decades. Fortunately, it's truly never too late to heal.
Photo of Marcia Rorty, Psychologist, PhD
Marcia Rorty
Psychologist, PhD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (509) 607-6440
"
I love working with a wide age range of adult clients. Now that I'm a 60-something, I find that more and more "older" (note quotes!) individuals are seeking me out to work on issues pertaining to aging, retirement (or the inability to do so), and yes, those family-of-origin issues that go way back but have a way of persisting across the decades. Fortunately, it's truly never too late to heal.
Photo of Marcia Rorty, Psychologist, PhD
Marcia Rorty
Psychologist, PhD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (509) 607-6440

Client Focus

Age

Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples , 
Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Gay Allied , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Non-Binary Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Racial Justice Allied , 
Transgender Allied

Age

Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples , 
Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Gay Allied , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Non-Binary Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Racial Justice Allied , 
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Eclectic
  • EMDR
  • Family / Marital
  • Integrative
  • Issue-specific groups (periodic)
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Mindfulness-based and Buddhism-inspired
  • Person-Centered
  • Positive Psychology
  • Psychodynamic
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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Many of my clients struggle with painful emotions such as disillusionment, anger/rage, and grief related to current political realities; those in "otherized" groups and those with a trauma history may deal additionally with increased post-traumatic symptoms, including hyper-vigilance to threat, reliving experiences, and more. I find that EMDR can be especially effective with these responses.
Photo of Marcia Rorty, Psychologist, PhD
Marcia Rorty
Psychologist, PhD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (509) 607-6440
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Many of my clients struggle with painful emotions such as disillusionment, anger/rage, and grief related to current political realities; those in "otherized" groups and those with a trauma history may deal additionally with increased post-traumatic symptoms, including hyper-vigilance to threat, reliving experiences, and more. I find that EMDR can be especially effective with these responses.
Photo of Marcia Rorty, Psychologist, PhD
Marcia Rorty
Psychologist, PhD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (509) 607-6440

Groups

Caregivers of declining spouses/parents (possible)

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Marcia Rorty

This potential group is for those providing caregiving to spouses or parents with Alzheimer's and other dementias, Parkinson's, Lewy Body, etc. We'll focus on practical and especially emotional needs, the good (some dark humor among friends never hurt, after all), the bad (there's a lot), and the ugly (sadly, there's this too). This group will provide community and understanding from others who get it. The focus will be on sharing, support, self-nurture, and coping strategies rather than advice.

Age

Adults

Session Cost

$30-$70

Location

Either teletherapy or

103 East 4th Avenue

STE 201

Ellensburg, WA 98926

Email Marcia Rorty about this group or call - (509) 607-6440

Climate-conscious therapy (possible)

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Marcia Rorty

This group will be geared toward those struggling with the anxiety and grief we feel as we witness devastating images of environmental harm and climate crisis, including wildfires and drought, severe weather events, melting polar ice caps, and more. We will focus on how to cope with the pain that arises via positive self-care, mindfulness practices, and exercises designed to get you back in touch with your connection to the Earth. We will also look at whatever contribution, however small or large, you may wish to make to addressing these issues. Please see my website for details.

Age

Adults

Session Cost

$30-$70

Location

Either teletherapy or

103 East 4th Avenue

STE 201

Ellensburg, WA 98926

Email Marcia Rorty about this group or call - (509) 607-6440

Location

Primary Location

103 East 4th Avenue

Suite 201

Ellensburg, WA 98926

(509) 607-6440

Email me

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I see clients in person in my office or, if you prefer, conduct tele-health via Zoom with my clients in both Washington and California .
Photo of Marcia Rorty, Psychologist, PhD
Marcia Rorty
Psychologist, PhD
Call for a free consultation now - (509) 607-6440
"
I see clients in person in my office or, if you prefer, conduct tele-health via Zoom with my clients in both Washington and California .
Photo of Marcia Rorty, Psychologist, PhD
Marcia Rorty
Psychologist, PhD
Call for a free consultation now - (509) 607-6440