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Dr. Ruth Varkovitzky, PhD, ABPP (she/her) is a licensed clinical psychologist and owner of Renewal Psychology. She uses a culturally sensitive evidence based approach in her work; combining the best science while tailoring therapy to each individual. In the spirit of providing the highest quality of care possible, she is board certified in Behavioral and Cognitive Psychology by the American Board of Professional Psychology. Dr. Ruth specializes in providing therapy for trauma and sleep disorders, such as PTSD and insomnia. In addition, she offers a variety of treatments to address problems with depression, anxiety, and OCD. Public service has always been part of Dr. Ruth's journey, including collaboration with shelters for survivors of domestic violence, the Department of Veterans Affairs, the University of Washington Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, and the Washington State Board of Psychologist Examiners. In addition to her passion for clinical work, she enjoys contributing to psychological science through academic and media publications.
I specialize in supporting clients who have been impacted by trauma and anxiety. For some clients that means dealing with PTSD, depression, OCD, and for others it means sleepless nights. I use evidence based treatments collaboratively with clients. I care deeply about providing culturally competent care and tailoring treatment to each individual. I want you to feel supported in the therapy process, making progress towards your goals, and getting closer to living your most meaningful life.
MA Clinical Psychology | Northern Illinois University, 2008; PhD Clinical Psychology | Northern Illinois University, 2012
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Jewish culture
English, Hebrew
Judaism, Buddhism, Hinduism, Christianity, Catholicism, Mormonism
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Insomnia, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Sexual harassment, abuse, and/or assault
Anxiety, Biracial or multiracial experience, Burnout, Depression, Existential questioning, Fertility treatment, First generation immigrant experience, First responders, Gender identity, Grief and/or loss, Infertility, Insomnia, LBGTQ+ sexuality, Life transitions, Medical trauma, Midlife stress, Military families, Mindfulness and/or meditation, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Panic attacks, Phobias, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Racial/cultural identity, Second or third generation immigrant experience, Social anxiety, Sexual harassment, abuse, and/or assault, Stalking, Stress, Transgender people, Trauma, Veterans/military services
Affirming, Social justice oriented, Direct, Empowering
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Exposure Response Prevention (ERP), Mindfulness based, Prolonged exposure therapy, Trauma-focused
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$240
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Individual Session
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Couples Session
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Family Session
Does not offer sliding scale spots
Dr. Ruth and I share a cognitive-behavioral theoretical (CBT) orientation, which she applies to her work on the clinical, systems, and state levels. Dr. Ruth is board-certified in behavioral and cognitive psychology. She has extensive training and provides supervision in use of CBT for treatment of trauma related difficulties. I am proud to say that I had a small role in her training as she attending one of the prolonged exposure (PE) workshops I taught and participated in post-training implementation consultation with me. She was a top-notch participant in our PE workshop as well as a treasured member of the post-training consultation group, adding value in both spaces through her kind presence and active participation. She has treated countless patients (both in VA and in her private practice) and supported many psychologists-in-training in learning how CBT can drastically reduce the impact of trauma on people’s lives. Dr. Ruth centers matters of ethics and diversity into all aspects of her work and life. She is a skillful clinician, using CBT strategies and protocols with compassion and individual tailoring, I would enthusiastically refer a friend or family member to her for trauma related treatment.
Dr. Varkovitzky is board certified, meaning she has demonstrated that she is a highly skilled psychologist, and she has years of specialized experience helping people with trauma, anxiety, insomnia, and OCD using evidence-based treatments. She is deeply caring, culturally sensitive, and remains up to date in the science. She is one of the best psychologists and people I know.
Dr. Varkovitzky has always stood out to me as a provider who is profoundly person-oriented in her work, while caring about and prioritizing the most up-to-date research in her provision of care. She is deeply thoughtful in navigating the complexities inherent to our work, and shows humility, curiosity, and willingness to learn. She is truly a gift to those who know her and get to work with her.
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