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Ellen M. Rugg
Ellen M. Rugg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MSW, LICSW, CPG, PLLC

Ellen M. Rugg

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MSW, LICSW, CPG, PLLC

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
3 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98103
Let's Connect (206) 547-7844
I'm a seasoned individual and group psychotherapist who loves her work. I'm guided by the belief that most of the time we have our own answers, but sometimes we need help uncovering our own answers and trusting our own judgment. Depending on your needs, we may: 1. work psychodynamically (explore your history and it influences current life), 2. work cognitive- behaviorally (explore how distorted beliefs affect your feelings & behavior) or, 3. work to resolve difficult experiences by weaving back and forth between the "here & now" and the past.
My style is warm & collaborative. Issues I work with include: changing relationship patterns, navigating life transitions, re-working distorted family-of-origin beliefs, and raising self-esteem & self-confidence. I also enjoy working with "people-pleasing", defining boundaries, and healing from grief & loss. I love my work; your call is welcomed.
I'm a strong believer in the power of groups, and lead two mid-life women's groups. I work to select members who can be good learning partners for each other, and who have good self-awareness. Group brings a unique opportunity to learn more about yourself while benefitting from the support and perspective of other members. www.womenstherapygroupsseattle.com
Call or Ellen M. Rugg now for a free 15 minute consultation - (206) 547-7844

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Seattle, WA 98103

(206) 547-7844
I have limited online slots available. I offer a no-charge 15 minute consult to help you to determine whether we would be a good fit.
I specialize in Women's Issues, Stress and Relationship Issues 
$160 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and groups  
Let's Connect (206) 547-7844

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Seattle, WA 98103

(206) 547-7844
I have limited online slots available. I offer a no-charge 15 minute consult to help you to determine whether we would be a good fit.
I specialize in Women's Issues, Stress and Relationship Issues 
$160 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and groups  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $160
  • Pay by ACH Bank transfer, Cash, Check, Health Savings Account

Insurance

  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Lyra
  • Out of Network
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I'm a preferred provider for Cigna/Evernorth and Lyra, and am happy to bill them on your behalf. I'm out-of-network with other insurance plans, and will provide you with a form ("Superbill") to submit to your insurer for out-of-network reimbursement.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (206) 547-7844
Ellen M. Rugg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MSW, LICSW, CPG, PLLC
"
I'm a preferred provider for Cigna/Evernorth and Lyra, and am happy to bill them on your behalf. I'm out-of-network with other insurance plans, and will provide you with a form ("Superbill") to submit to your insurer for out-of-network reimbursement.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (206) 547-7844
Ellen M. Rugg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MSW, LICSW, CPG, PLLC

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Washington / LW00004447 Ellen M. Rugg
  • In Practice for 37 Years
  • Certificate from International Board for Certification of Group Psychotherapists
  • Degree/Diploma from SUNY Buffalo MA Psychology Masters of Arts in Psychology / 1994
  • Attended University at Buffalo, Graduated 1987
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I am a seasoned licensed psychotherapist and certified group therapist with 35 years of experience working with individuals & groups. I'm licensed at the highest level in WA State, and am a Certified Group Psychotherapist through AGPA.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (206) 547-7844
Ellen M. Rugg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MSW, LICSW, CPG, PLLC
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I am a seasoned licensed psychotherapist and certified group therapist with 35 years of experience working with individuals & groups. I'm licensed at the highest level in WA State, and am a Certified Group Psychotherapist through AGPA.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (206) 547-7844
Ellen M. Rugg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MSW, LICSW, CPG, PLLC

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Women's Issues
  • Stress
  • Relationship Issues

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Bisexual
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Feminist awareness
  • Grief
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Coaching
  • Life Transitions
  • Mood Disorders
  • Peer Relationships
  • Self Esteem
  • Sleep or Insomnia
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I was influenced by the Women's Liberation Movement, and love to work with women on problems of living, as well as problems influenced by Family-of-Origin issues. I am primarily psychodynamically trained, and, as a seasoned clinician, bring in a variety of interventions depending on client need.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (206) 547-7844
Ellen M. Rugg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MSW, LICSW, CPG, PLLC
"
I was influenced by the Women's Liberation Movement, and love to work with women on problems of living, as well as problems influenced by Family-of-Origin issues. I am primarily psychodynamically trained, and, as a seasoned clinician, bring in a variety of interventions depending on client need.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (206) 547-7844
Ellen M. Rugg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MSW, LICSW, CPG, PLLC

3 Endorsements

Laura Donnell
Laura Donnell
Psychiatric Nurse PractitionerARNPPMHNP
Every time I receive a referral from Ellen or I refer to her, I know that my clients will be in great hands. Thank you for all the great work you do Ellen!
Anil Coumar
Anil Coumar
CounselorMALMHC
I have known Ellen for many years and highly recommend her.

Client Focus

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied

Ethnicity

Asian
Hispanic and Latino

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied

Ethnicity

Asian
Hispanic and Latino

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Coaching
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Existential
  • Feminist
  • Gestalt
  • Humanistic
  • Interpersonal
  • Person-Centered
  • Psychodynamic
  • Relational
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
  • Women's Personal Development Groups
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The goals of relational psychodynamic therapy are to increase self-awareness and understanding of how the past has influenced current life. From there we are freer to experiment with new ways of being. When you take a risk and do something differently it becomes part of who you are. Old patterns are interrupted and new ways of living are created.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (206) 547-7844
Ellen M. Rugg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MSW, LICSW, CPG, PLLC
"
The goals of relational psychodynamic therapy are to increase self-awareness and understanding of how the past has influenced current life. From there we are freer to experiment with new ways of being. When you take a risk and do something differently it becomes part of who you are. Old patterns are interrupted and new ways of living are created.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (206) 547-7844
Ellen M. Rugg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MSW, LICSW, CPG, PLLC

Groups

Location

Primary Location

Seattle, WA 98103

(206) 547-7844

Nearby Areas

Counties

Neighborhoods

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I have limited online slots available. I offer a no-charge 15 minute consult to help you to determine whether we would be a good fit.
Call for a free consultation now - (206) 547-7844
Ellen M. Rugg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MSW, LICSW, CPG, PLLC
"
I have limited online slots available. I offer a no-charge 15 minute consult to help you to determine whether we would be a good fit.
Call for a free consultation now - (206) 547-7844
Ellen M. Rugg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MSW, LICSW, CPG, PLLC
Last Modified: 23 Apr 2024