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Kelli Rugless

Psy. D., Psy. D. Flourish Psychology
Available this week
Specialties: Eating Disorders, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum, Racial Identity, Work Stress, Life Transitions

Introduction

Do you feel the pressure to be perfect all the time?...with food, relationships, your job, and even your appearance? Do you look at yourself in old pictures with admiration…only to remember that even then, you weren’t able to appreciate yourself? Maybe you’re tired of stressing over every bite you take and still feeling out of control with food. At this point, maybe it’s hard to even remember a time you didn’t feel like this. But one thing is for sure: you’re ready for some relief. You’re ready to find joy in your day-to-day again. Most of all, you’re ready for a new "normal" and I can help you get there. I specialize in helping teens and women of color overcome negative body image and disordered eating to heal their relationship with their bodies and find peace with food. Therapy sessions are talk-based and are a combination of learning and unlearning. I’ll show up as a real person, challenge you when you need it, and be genuinely invested in your journey. As an experienced eating disorder specialist, I believe that everyone deserves the opportunity to live a life free from the unforgiving beauty standards and food rules of diet culture. You don’t have to continue feeling as though your value lies in how you look or eat and you definitely don't have to do it alone. Call me today for a free 15-minute consult!

GENDER Female
PRONOUNS She/Her/Hers
RACE & ETHNICITY Black/African American

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Highlights

  • Accepting new clients
  • Available on nights
  • Offers free consultation
  • Telehealth appointments
  • Accepts online payments

Licenses

  • Psy. D. #PSY28243 (CA)
  • Psy. D. #05585 (MD)

Specialties


Treatment Approaches


Population focus

Appointment types

  • Individuals
  • Families
  • Groups

Communities

  • Feminism
  • Racial Justice/Equity
  • Recovery
  • LGBTQIA+

Age groups

  • Teenagers (12-18)
  • Young Adults (18-24)
  • Adults (24+)
  • Elders (65+)

Languages

  • English
  • Spanish

Faiths

  • Christian

Payment options Free intro call available

Pay with insurance

Looking for practitioners who accept insurance?

Pay out-of-pocket

  • FREE 15 minute Phone Consultation $0
  • Psychotherapy, Telemedicine $250
  • Family Based Treatment (Eating Disorder) $300
  • Diagnostic Consultation $275

Locations

Flourish Video Office

Frequently asked questions

Is Kelli Rugless accepting new clients and do they offer online appointment requests? Kelli Rugless is currently accepting new clients and can be booked on the Monarch website. Kelli Rugless also offers a free consultation.
Does Kelli Rugless offer telehealth appointments? Kelli Rugless does offer telehealth appointments. You can request to book a telehealth appointment with them on their Monarch profile.
What areas does Kelli Rugless specialize in? Kelli Rugless specializes in the following areas: Eating Disorders, Life Transitions, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum, Racial Identity, and Work Stress.

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