Dr. Ruffel's Corner
"I
specialize in people of all ages, but I seem to have a particular knack with children, teens and young adults, they are a delight and added bonus to my practice. I do a variety of psychological assessments, specially designed for the individual need. In my mind, there is not a "one size fits all" Psych Assessment.
If I have a specialty, it
would be Autism spectrum, ADHD...AND all those (of all ages) who feel caught between two
worlds...whether that is because of spirituality, mood/anxiety,
psychosis, gender/sexual orientation or relationship issues.
I am someone who can hear what is not heard by so many others. I am someone who can provide the space of love, safety, acceptance, respect/honor/dignity and authenticity to all. I am someone who can help an individual/couple/family generate their own solutions to their challenges. I am someone who can join another on their journey, show them options and support/empower them in choosing for themselves what is appropriate for their life.
I am versed in a wide range of therapeutic modalities. Although the therapeutic relationship is the most important element in therapy, how the client connects with the therapist, I believe the therapist needs to be flexible in their approach. I utilize a variety of "tools" in therapy, including Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Humanistic, and Integrated psychology (which encourages exploration and understanding of the mind-body connection). I encourage using a variety of alternative approaches to healing, recognizing that traditional approaches, particularly medication, can have a valued place in healing."
- Dr. Alice V. Ruffel, PsyD - Licensed Clinical Psychologist, TX License # 36075
