she/her Fictional

Ruth Feldman, PhD, Licensed Psychologist

Short waitlist

Communication at a glance

Direct ASLNot offered
ASL via interpreter
Live captions
Written text

I do not sign. I work with the same two qualified interpreters, and I cover interpreter cost. Twenty years with Deaf and hard-of-hearing clients.

Ruth, in their own words

Communication access

Direct ASL

Not offered for direct sessions.

ASL via interpreter

Meet with a therapist and a qualified interpreter. See who arranges access and covers the cost.

Live captions

Words appear on screen as they are said, by CART or automatic captioning.

Written text

Chat, typed messages, or writing during the session.

LicensePhD, Licensed PsychologistNew York · New JerseyLicense not independently checked in this prototype.

Where they workBrooklyn and telehealth in New York and New JerseyVideo sessionsIn person in Brooklyn, New York

Who they work withYoung adults (18 to 25), Adults (26 to 64), Older adults (65 and over)

CommunicationASL via interpreter, Spoken English, Live captions, Written text, Speechreading, Assistive listening

ASL via interpreter introduction

No introduction video yet. When Ruth records one, it will play here with captions and a written transcript.

When the introduction video is published

The introduction will include a qualified ASL interpreter inset.
Captions will be included.
A full written transcript will be included.

About me

I do not sign. I work with qualified interpreters whose cost I cover, and I bring two decades of experience with Deaf and hard-of-hearing clients.

ASL

Does not sign

Self-described by the therapist. Ablooma has not checked this claim against a video, a certificate, or any outside source. The profile passed the prototype's accessibility review, which reviews the profile, not the signing.

Lived experience and Deaf culture

Lived experience: Hearing
Deaf culture: Extensive experience with Deaf and hard-of-hearing clients

Licensure

Licensed in: New York, New Jersey
Format: Video sessions. In person in Brooklyn, New York

No interstate compact authority is recorded, so sessions are limited to the states listed.

Focus areas

Anxiety
Depression
Trauma
Grief
Life transitions
Hearing-loss adjustment
Device decisions

How they work

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Looking at how thoughts, feelings, and actions connect, and practicing new patterns.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT): Making room for difficult feelings while moving toward what matters to you.
Psychodynamic therapy: Exploring how your past and patterns shape your life now.
Direct and straightforward: Says what they think clearly, without a lot of softening.
Structured with a clear plan: Sessions follow a shape. There are goals and often homework.
Will push and challenge me: Willing to disagree with you and name hard things.

About the therapist

Gender: Woman

Practical details

Session fee: $250 per session
Sliding scale: Not listed
Insurance: Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, Optum, MedicareSelf-reported by the therapist. Ablooma has not checked this list with any insurer. Coverage changes often, so confirm with the therapist and your plan before a first session.
Usual times: Weekday mornings, Weekday afternoons
Capacity: Currently keeping a short waitlist

What this profile does not promiseCommunication access matters, but it does not guarantee therapeutic fit. The intro call is part of deciding together.