Get to know me
A message from
Dr. Garcia-Ruffin
I feel so fortunate to find my work in couples therapy incredibly fulfilling. I have a passion for the discipline and for learning all I can. I’ve been trained in the Developmental and Gottman Models for Couples Therapy, Premarital Counseling, Divorce Mediation, and Discernment Counseling. I see myself as a co-pilot on a couple’s journey. I want couples to become experts on themselves. My job is to connect dots, identify blind spots, and teach the requisite insight and skills to help partners define and shape the relationship they want to have. I’d describe my approach to couple’s work as both compassionate and direct, sweetened with humor.
Interested in learn more about who I am?
Licenses
New York: # NYS-016625
Where I Practice
Clinical office: Brooklyn, New York
Online intensives and follow up sessions: New York
Credentials
Education
B.A. in Psychology – Barnard College Columbia University
M.A. in Clinical Psychology – Fordham University
Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology – Fordham University
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Advanced Training in the Gottman Method
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American Association of Sex Educators
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Counselors, and Therapists (AASECT)
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Training in the Developmental Model
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Family and Divorce Mediation
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The Couples Institute
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Association of Sex Educators
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Counselors, and Therapists (AASECT)
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Ackerman Institute for the Family
You’ll be in remarkably good hands with our advanced licensed relationship experts.
Client Reviews
Feedback from my couples
I couldn’t have asked for a better therapist.
I couldn’t have asked for a better therapist.
The scientific and intensive approach to therapy made us chose this program. Therapy in general made me nervous. Just the fear of the unknown.Nancy was extremely prepared and very open, warm, and understanding. She made us feel like what we were going through wasn’t out of the ordinary and could be fixed if we put the work in. She is amazing at her job.
I couldn’t have asked for a better therapist. Nancy really cares and is so focused on helping. Therapy is scary at first because you never know what will come out or the outcome. She made us feel very safe and she really really helped us.
The intensive weekend allowed us to focus on our relationship without the kids. Therapy was a safe place where we got to understand how our past traumas have affected our relationship. Better communication tools which allow us to become closer and resolve conflicts.
We have been able to start over in our relationship and we have a better understanding of our issues.
It is worth every penny.
Recent Client Reports
She expressed faith in our ability to create a better future together.
She expressed faith in our ability to create a better future together.
Nancy was empathetic, genuine and a good listener. She made us both feel seen and was clear and convincing as she expressed faith in our ability to create a better future together.We have a clear plan to go forward for the next few months at least.
What would you say to couples that are considering working with Couples Therapy Inc.?
Take a chance on yourself and your future.
Recent Client Reports