Ruth Garrott, PsyD

Ruth Garrott, PsyD
Psychotherapy 269 Washington Street Second Floor Somerville, MA 02145
About

Ruth Garrott, PsyD

Therapy with individuals, couples, and polyamorous groups. I specialize in working with GLBT clients, especially genderqueer and trans* clients. I also specialize in working with clients who are part of various subcultures—polyamorous clients, clients who practice kink/BDSM, neopagan clients and those who practice other non-mainstream religions, gamers/science-fiction and fantasy fans, etc. I believe that you, the client, are the best expert on your life, and I work with you on changing what *you* want to change, and strengthening what's already working.

My approach is solution-focused and client-oriented. I think about people psychodynamically-- exploring how your past experiences shape how you see yourself and the world around you-- but the techniques I use are often behavioral or DBT-based. Different things work for different people, and we'll work together to figure out what works best for you, and how to best effect the changes you want to see in your life.

I'm looking forward to meeting you.
Primary Specialty

Psychologist

Services Individual, couples, and poly group psychotherapy.

I'm trained in helping people dealing with: depression, anxiety, panic, PTSD and other results of trauma, gender dysphoria, substance abuse, self-harm, relationship stress, school stress, work stress, etc.

In couples and poly groups, I work to improve communication between partners, to understand and define shared goals, and figure out how to use both your individual strengths and your relationship's strengths to reach those goals.

I am a provider with Blue Cross/Blue Shield PPO of Massachusetts, and have a sliding scale to help clients afford my services. Appointments are available from early morning through afternoon on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
Additional Services Psychotherapy
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