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Dr. Nikki R. Ruffin
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, EdD, LCPC, LMHC, LPCC, CADC
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Dr. Nikki R. Ruffin

Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, EdD, LCPC, LMHC, LPCC, CADC (she, her)

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Chicago, IL 60603
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Hi, my name is Dr. Nikki Ruffin. My belief is that effective counseling work develops from establishing a collaborative relationship with clients. The goals of therapy are to gain self-awareness and understanding of the influence of their past on present circumstances, explore unresolved conflicts and symptoms that arise that manifest themselves in current issues going in their lives. Once this self awareness is recognized clients can examine unhealthy beliefs that lead to unhealthy behaviors and learn to change unhealthy thoughts to more realistic ones that lead to better emotional and mental health.
I have my doctorate in Counseling and Education and I've been in practice for about 20 years. Areas of Special Expertise Include: Mood and Anxiety Disorders. Trauma, Spirituality, Adjustment, Multicultural and Diversity Issues, Substance Abuse, Grief and Loss, Life Transitions, Career Issues and Relationship Issues.
Take steps towards better emotional mental health, growth, and stability by taking ownership and control of what is holding you back from living your best life. You shall know the truth, and the truth shall set you free. John 8:32
Take the first step to help. Call or Dr. Nikki R. Ruffin now - (773) 492-8895

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Chicago, IL 60603

(773) 492-8895

Chicago, IL 60601

My website
I am offering video teletherapy for California, Illinois and Indiana clients.
I specialize in Anxiety, Depression and Trauma and PTSD 
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and groups  
Let's Connect (773) 492-8895
Photo of Dr. Nikki R. Ruffin, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, EdD, LCPC, LMHC, LPCC, CADC

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Chicago, IL 60603

(773) 492-8895

Chicago, IL 60601

My website
I am offering video teletherapy for California, Illinois and Indiana clients.
I specialize in Anxiety, Depression and Trauma and PTSD 
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and groups  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $150
  • Couple Sessions $200

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Discover, Mastercard, Venmo, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Humana
  • Humana - Dual
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Magellan
  • United Health/Optum
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • Out of Network
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I do accept most insurances when you click to make an appointment through Grow Therapy or SonderMind to enter your insurance info to find out how much is covered and what your copay will be.
Photo of Dr. Nikki R. Ruffin, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, EdD, LCPC, LMHC, LPCC, CADC
Dr. Nikki R. Ruffin
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, EdD, LCPC, LMHC, LPCC, CADC
or call with questions - (773) 492-8895
"
I do accept most insurances when you click to make an appointment through Grow Therapy or SonderMind to enter your insurance info to find out how much is covered and what your copay will be.
Photo of Dr. Nikki R. Ruffin, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, EdD, LCPC, LMHC, LPCC, CADC
Dr. Nikki R. Ruffin
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, EdD, LCPC, LMHC, LPCC, CADC
or call with questions - (773) 492-8895

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Illinois / 180005915 Nikki R. Ruffin

    • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 24 years
  • Attended Northern Illinois University , Ed.D Counselor Education and Supervision , Graduated 2014

    • Additional Credentials

  • Degree/Diploma from Boston College MA / 2001
  • Degree/Diploma from Saint Louis University Bachelors / 1999
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I have 20 years experience as a professional counselor. I work with adults and teenagers who suffer from mood disorders, trauma and difficulties with relationships and life transitions.. I'm licensed in IL, IN and CA and I have additional certifications in DBT, CBT, CPT, PE and certified in MFT.
Photo of Dr. Nikki R. Ruffin, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, EdD, LCPC, LMHC, LPCC, CADC
Dr. Nikki R. Ruffin
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, EdD, LCPC, LMHC, LPCC, CADC
or call with questions - (773) 492-8895
"
I have 20 years experience as a professional counselor. I work with adults and teenagers who suffer from mood disorders, trauma and difficulties with relationships and life transitions.. I'm licensed in IL, IN and CA and I have additional certifications in DBT, CBT, CPT, PE and certified in MFT.
Photo of Dr. Nikki R. Ruffin, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, EdD, LCPC, LMHC, LPCC, CADC
Dr. Nikki R. Ruffin
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, EdD, LCPC, LMHC, LPCC, CADC
or call with questions - (773) 492-8895

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Trauma and PTSD

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • Anger Management
  • Coping Skills
  • Grief
  • Life Transitions
  • Mood Disorders
  • Self Esteem
  • Spirituality
  • Substance Use
  • Veterans
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I work with clients who may be struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, stress, grief/loss as well as substance abuse issues. During initial sessions, we will delve deeply into your presenting issues and create a plan for addressing them that helps get your life back on track. Most clients I work with gradual lifting of symptoms within the first month and sustained improvement thereafter.
Photo of Dr. Nikki R. Ruffin, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, EdD, LCPC, LMHC, LPCC, CADC
Dr. Nikki R. Ruffin
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, EdD, LCPC, LMHC, LPCC, CADC
or call with questions - (773) 492-8895
"
I work with clients who may be struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, stress, grief/loss as well as substance abuse issues. During initial sessions, we will delve deeply into your presenting issues and create a plan for addressing them that helps get your life back on track. Most clients I work with gradual lifting of symptoms within the first month and sustained improvement thereafter.
Photo of Dr. Nikki R. Ruffin, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, EdD, LCPC, LMHC, LPCC, CADC
Dr. Nikki R. Ruffin
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, EdD, LCPC, LMHC, LPCC, CADC
or call with questions - (773) 492-8895

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples , 
Group

Communities

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

Ethnicity

Black and African American , 
Hispanic and Latino

Religion

Christian

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples , 
Group

Communities

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

Ethnicity

Black and African American , 
Hispanic and Latino

Religion

Christian

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Christian Counseling
  • Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Eclectic
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Existential
  • Family / Marital
  • Family Systems
  • Forensic Psychology
  • Integrative
  • Interpersonal
  • Intervention
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Multicultural
  • Person-Centered
  • Psychoanalytic
  • Psychodynamic
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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I often use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in my practice. In sessions we'll explore what brought you to therapy and then decide the best way to help you make progress. With CBT, we'll look at how your thoughts affect your emotions and experience. In treatment, I'll help you learn how to push back against those negative thoughts and core beliefs to create better mental and emotional health.
Photo of Dr. Nikki R. Ruffin, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, EdD, LCPC, LMHC, LPCC, CADC
Dr. Nikki R. Ruffin
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, EdD, LCPC, LMHC, LPCC, CADC
or call with questions - (773) 492-8895
"
I often use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in my practice. In sessions we'll explore what brought you to therapy and then decide the best way to help you make progress. With CBT, we'll look at how your thoughts affect your emotions and experience. In treatment, I'll help you learn how to push back against those negative thoughts and core beliefs to create better mental and emotional health.
Photo of Dr. Nikki R. Ruffin, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, EdD, LCPC, LMHC, LPCC, CADC
Dr. Nikki R. Ruffin
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, EdD, LCPC, LMHC, LPCC, CADC
or call with questions - (773) 492-8895

Location

Primary Location

Chicago, IL 60603

(773) 492-8895

Email Me

My website

Additional Location

Chicago, IL 60601

(773) 492-8895

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

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Neighborhoods

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I am offering video teletherapy for California, Illinois and Indiana clients.
Photo of Dr. Nikki R. Ruffin, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, EdD, LCPC, LMHC, LPCC, CADC
Dr. Nikki R. Ruffin
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, EdD, LCPC, LMHC, LPCC, CADC
Take the first step to help. Call now - (773) 492-8895
"
I am offering video teletherapy for California, Illinois and Indiana clients.
Photo of Dr. Nikki R. Ruffin, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, EdD, LCPC, LMHC, LPCC, CADC
Dr. Nikki R. Ruffin
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, EdD, LCPC, LMHC, LPCC, CADC
Take the first step to help. Call now - (773) 492-8895