Ms. Ellen Strugatch

Ellen is great! She really cares about her patients and is never condescending. Talking with her just feels like having a normal, supportive conversation

My husband and I sought out Ellen’s help when our relationship began to struggle. She not only helped us get through our rough patch but also helped us with some underlying issues individually that we were unaware were connected. She is very knowledgeable in many therapeutic techniques and I would recommend her to anyone that is struggling. My husband and I sought out Ellen’s help when our relationship began to struggle. She not only helped us get through our rough patch but also helped us with some underlying issues individually that we were unaware were connected. She is … More

Ellen is an amazing therapist! Over the past six months, she has been there for me every step of the way as I worked to better understand myself, trust my intuition, and navigate my way toward a better and healthier life that is free from abuse. With her support, I was able to expedite my recovery and feel confident again. I can't recommend her enough. Ellen is an amazing therapist! Over the past six months, she has been there for me every step of the way as I worked to better understand myself, trust my intuition, and navigate my way toward a better and healthier life that is free from … More

I have worked with Ellen for the past several months, and in that short period of time have started to make meaningful headway in my healing journey. Ellen provides a wonderful balance of listening and sharing. Her advice is perceptive, succinct, and spoken from a place of warmth and care. I am so grateful I found her.

Ellen is an incredible therapist and helped me when it seemed no other therapists worked. She truly cares about her clients and it shows. She was even nominated Best in Georgia which shows how wonderful she is in and of itself. 10/10 recommend

I have been working with Ellen for over a year now. She is the perfect balance of listening while I talk through my issues, and giving direction and advice. She is kind and compassionate, and helps me change my thought process to deal with my problems. I know therapy is a personal thing, and you need someone you click with. I highly recommend giving her a try. I have been working with Ellen for over a year now. She is the perfect balance of listening while I talk through my issues, and giving direction and advice. She is kind and compassionate, and helps me change my thought process to deal with … More

Time helps but therapy HEALS. Ellen is such a calm and reassuring presence. Her guidance on everything from grief to interpersonal connection to parenting has been both insightful and uplifting. I cannot recommend her enough! I am truly grateful that I found her practice when I did. Time helps but therapy HEALS. Ellen is such a calm and reassuring presence. Her guidance on everything from … More

Ellen has really created a comforting and healing atmosphere, even over telehealth. She is very understanding and thoughtful, with just the right amount of positive encouragement. I’ve made an amazing amount of progress with her, and I can genuinely feel proud of that. She really is a very skilled and intuitive practitioner.

Therapy with Ellen has been life changing! In 2016, I experienced a personal setback that led me to seek therapy solutions. I chose Ellen for her treatment focus on relationships, anxiety and depression. Trusting her years of experience and reviews, I’m so happy that I did. She is insightful, organized and compassionate. She listens, validates and helps me process life experiences as they come. Not only does she help get to the root of issues, she shares information on different pathologies and dynamics that may be at play. Although we come from different backgrounds, I feel that she empathizes with my experiences as a young African American professional. With her help, I feel better equipped to manage my feelings and relationships, both professional and personal. My progress is so impressive as I no longer function in crisis mode as she helped me reset and address mental ruts with clear solutions. I’m so grateful to Ellen for helping me navigate life. Therapy with Ellen has been life changing! In 2016, I experienced a personal setback that led me to seek therapy solutions. … More

Very simple, I was past incapable of functioning and often found refuge in a dark closet, crying my eyes out and with one foot out of this world. And now, 9 months since our first session, I'm a new woman, proud, confident, and affirmed in the reasons for my pain. She gave me tools to use, that with practice, have allowed me to easily navigate situational difficulties. These tools have made all the difference. I have moments of emotional mystery as I did before, but now navigate those hangups with ease. She's a real treasure and I hope so much that you consider her for your council. You will be yourself again, but stronger, guaranteed. Very simple, I was past incapable of functioning and often found refuge in a dark closet, crying my eyes out and with one foot out of this world. And now, 9 months since our first session, I'm a new woman, proud, confident, and affirmed in … More

Ellen is, in short, an amazingly kind and affirming individual. From the very first introductory phone call I had with her, I instantly felt safe and received. From that point, she has displayed an understanding of me and my struggles that only others who have known me for ages has displayed. I look forward to speaking with her each week and could not recommend her services highly enough. Ellen is, in short, an amazingly kind and affirming individual. From the very first introductory phone call I had with her, I instantly felt safe and received. From that point, she has displayed an understanding of me and my struggles that … More

All my life I have battled immense anxiety along with intrusive thoughts, but it wasn’t until I met Ellen that I was able to give that anxiety a name, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. Her counseling backed by many years of experience has given me a greater understanding of what OCD is and how to cope with it. She has helped me through some very dark times and I am so thankful to be able to talk with her when life gets especially tough. Her understanding, non-judgemental presence is so comforting and I cannot recommend her enough! All my life I have battled immense anxiety along with intrusive thoughts, but it wasn’t until I met Ellen that I was able to give that anxiety a name, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. Her counseling backed by many years of experience has … More

Ellen has been a super big help in my life recently. I always feel so much better after a session with her. She’s super kind and is very uplifting. Very flexible hours with appointments and is always trying to make sure you get an appointment around your schedule. I recommend 100%.

Ellen has been such a blessing in my life for many reasons! I initially contacted her for one reason but it has opened the door for other issues that needed to be dealt with. She has given me tools to work with daily and is such a great encourager. We have dealt with problems and issues with myself, marriage, and family that have had positive affects for the whole family. She listens attentively and really cares about you. You will gain wisdom and understanding, as well as a sweet friend. Ellen has been such a blessing in my life for many reasons! I initially contacted her for one reason but it has opened the door for other issues that needed to be dealt with. She has given me tools to work with daily and is such a great … More

Ellen is an absolute treasure. As a life coach, she is incredibly encouraging and resourceful. Being a parent to two young children has been a big life changed but with Ellen's support and guidance, I have a lot less fear and what if's with my next chapters.

Ellen is the best therapist I've ever had. She's kind, smart and insightful. She's been flexible and was there for me when I had a crisis and wasn't on her schedule. I like her easygoing style and the feeling that she really understands what I'm telling her—and CARES too! I highly recommend giving her a call if you're looking for someone who will help you understand yourself better. Ellen is the best therapist I've ever had. She's kind, smart and insightful. She's been flexible and was there for me when I had a crisis and wasn't on her schedule. I like her easygoing style and the feeling that she really understands … More

Ellen is a phenomenal therapist!! She really listens, shows she cares and provides great guidance! Her support during some very big life transitions over the years has been priceless! Highly recommend!

When I first started seeing Ellen, I was battling crippling anxiety and was immensely depressed. Now, just a few months later, I am learning every single day how to manage my anxiety, have started trying to make new friends, and have been able to work on so many of my deep-seated beliefs about myself. The way she handles each new question or request or concern that I have is truly incredible and offers me encouragement to move further in therapy. I have never been so motivated to improve, and I in part have my fantastic experience with Ellen to thank for that. I can not recommend her enough!! When I first started seeing Ellen, I was battling crippling anxiety and was immensely depressed. Now, just a few months later, I am learning every single day how to manage my anxiety, have started trying to make new friends, and have been … More

I love Ellen, she is so very helpful and understanding. She recommended many strategies to resolve conflict and to enable me to stand up for myself and assert my opinions and thoughts. When I wasn't able to implement the strategies at times, she was very patient with me. She was also very empowering to me and caring. I will never be able to thank her enough.

I absolutely love having Ellen as my therapist! She is not only caring and genuine, but extremely proactive about my learning histories as a client and my background. She always makes me feel comfortable and accepted and that is one of the core values I’ve wanted in a therapist. Working with Ellen has allowed me to gain a deeper understanding of my relationship with my mental and emotional well-being as well as practicing healthy skills to manage my anxiety and stress. I have recommended a lot of my colleagues and family members to utilize Ellen’s expertise as she is well acquainted with knowledge and wisdom.

As a counselor myself sometimes it is very hard to connect with a counselor. With Ellen this process was very easy and she helped me by opening my eyes to self-care as a an individual and professional. She is kind, warm hearted, respectful. Everything that I was looking in a counselor and everything I strive to be as a professional counselor myself. She is amazing!

I've had several therapists over the years but never really connected with them. Ellen is different. She's warm, smart, and insightful. She's helped me reframe my thoughts in constructive ways. She's helped me be nicer to myself and helped me climb out of a pit of depression. She's been flexible and when I had a crisis, she was there for me even when I wasn't on the schedule. I wish I could give her more stars.

All my life I have battled immense anxiety along with intrusive thoughts, but it wasn’t until I met Ellen that I was able to give that anxiety a name, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. Her counseling backed by many years of experience has given me a greater understanding of what OCD is and how to cope with it. She has helped me through some very dark times and I am so thankful to be able to talk with her when life gets especially tough. Her understanding, non-judgemental presence is so comforting and I cannot recommend her enough!

Kind & flexible to scheduling. Supportive & aided me during my transition back to my first year of graduate school. Highly recommend!

Ellen has been such a blessing in my life in so many ways! It was through prayer that directed me in her path. I have learned how to deal with so many things in a constructive way that have brought many blessings to me and my family. My counseling with Ellen opened a door for our oldest daughter to seek counseling for herself which she needed in her life. I have been able to use tools that she has shared with me for my marriage as well as other issues I have been dealing with. My husband has been able to apply some tools from some sessions that have been very helpful and positive. I feel like we have all benefited from my sessions with Ellen in so many areas. We are communicating more in positive ways that have only enhanced our relationships as we journey together. Its amazing how Ellen has influenced me and how it’s affected the whole family in such healthy ways. She listens attentively and gives you the tools to apply to your life that will make changes best for you and others!

I’ve been dealing with a lot mentally and emotionally for a while now and going to see Ellen, honestly was life changing. We did the EDMR treatment for my PTSD. I was terrified of doing it, but I had nothing to lose in trying it. It was a lot to handle while doing it. But it honestly was the second best thing I did, the first was seeing Ellen. If your thinking about doing it, DO IT!!! It will change your life too. I’ve been dealing with a lot mentally and emotionally for a while now and going to see Ellen, honestly was life changing. We did the EDMR treatment for my PTSD. I was terrified of doing it, but I had nothing to lose in trying it. It was a … More

I have had such a great experience with Ellen! She is extremely knowledgeable and explains the various treatment options in a way you can understand. She really cares about your well being and is your biggest cheerleader throughout your journey. I tried hypnotherapy with her and it helped me so much. It was extremely calming and helped soften my anxiety and phobias. If you haven't tried hypnotherapy, I highly recommend it. I have had such a great experience with Ellen! She is extremely knowledgeable and explains the various treatment options in a way you can understand. She really cares about your well being and is your biggest cheerleader throughout your … More

Ellen is the best therapist I’ve ever had. I’ve gone to her for my own issues and with my husband for couples therapy. She is the perfect balance of uplifting and pushing to do more. In couples therapy, she’s very good at not being biased and she supports both people.

Ellen is truly an angel! I started seeing Ellen about 6 months ago. The day that I walked in to her office I was in a very sad place. I felt like I hit a brick wall in my heart! All of the pain over the past 5 years just was too much to handle anymore without help. After just a few minutes of talking/crying I felt a sense of calm come over me. Ellen made me see the positives in my life, forgive myself for some life choices, how to handle certain situations and grow. She truly lit this light again in my heart to keep going, forgiving myself and others, growing within myself. I can't say enough about Ellen Strugatch!!! For the first time I like me and believe in me again. I feel so blessed that my internal medicine referred Ellen. I honestly believe that Ellen opened my eyes, and gave me my life back. I thank GOD for bringing Ellen in to my life!

I reached out to Ellen during a high stress time in my life- I felt out of control and frantic. The original purpose of my visits to her have changed, but life continues to challenge. No matter the challenge, Ellen is there with a calming presence and reflective feedback. She continues to be a wonderful resource in my life, even now as our visits have transitioned to phone counseling during the pandemic. I find she helps me find ground in my though process which ultimately eases anxiety and negative feelings.

I had an epiphany this morning about myself, my life, my childhood and resulting PTSD. Prior to meeting Ellen an epiphany like this would have devastated me for months, making participating in life incredibly difficult. Ellen created a safe space for me to ask uncomfortable questions and make profound realizations which helped target areas I needed help with and move me out of the fear response. The EMDR and hypnotherapy were vital to my recovery. The EMDR allows me to process epiphanies and memories quickly MINUS getting bogged down in fear and pain. My process went from - realization to panic to "I got this" to a physical melting of tightness in my ribcage in less than 10 minutes. LESS THAN 10 MINUTES!! Which is nothing short of amazing! I'm grateful to Ellen for the tools and resources she's provided which has enabled me to move forward, change my inner programming and core messages. I feel so much better now. She is kind, gentle, thoughtful, always professional. She can help you.

I started seeing Ellen three months ago. I was struggling with suicidal thoughts, depression, and anxiety. With ten minutes of being in her office, we had started a course of action that has led me to be in a much better place today. She asked me to visit a psychiatrist and has worked with them on adjusting my medication. Ellen has really made a huge difference in my life and I feel more aware and in control than I have ever in my life.

My husband and I saw Ellen for couples counseling over the course of 4 or 5 months. She is very easy to talk to and did a great job of helping us reflect on our communication and conflicts, and explore how we can better get along. My husband was very reluctant to go and she was great at making him feel comfortable enough to open up. We have seen a real difference in how we get along and while nothing is perfect, our home is much more peaceful. I recommend her hands down!

Ellen has a done great job of helping us understand each other better and communicate to resolve conflict.

I’ve been seeing Ellen for several years now and she has helped me grow in so many ways as a person! Excellent methods and techniques! She has also helped me with family relationships, anxiety, depression, and a variety of other things. So thankful for her hard work!

Ellen is wonderful! I felt heard and understood, and my sessions were productive. EMDR was new to me, and she made it simple and not traumatic! Couples sessions improved our marriage and communication incredibly. Her Hypnotherapy (like guided meditations) are so great! And she pointed me in the direction of the right meds that have changed my life. Ellen is trustworthy, compassionate, validating and professional. It’s important for me to leave therapy feeling like I have better perspective or tools to get through my weeks...and that’s how working with her is.

I learned that Ellen Strugatch does EMDR for trauma, anxiety and depression. I have a lot of issues, both personally and in my relationship with my significant other and his children. We have met with her together and both of us have met with her alone. Ellen is incredibly knowledgeable, compassionate and very good at gaining trust. She has helped both of us redirect our thoughts, and look at our situations in a more loving, healthy way. She is a great counselor, mediator and teacher. We both have much better coping skills and interact with each other so much better since we began working with Ms. Strugatch. Cannot thank her enough Amy Biedenbach, Brian Lane

Ellen helped my husband and I through one if the toughest times in our lives... after he had an affair. We had no idea whether or not our marriage would make it, but now we have reconciled, had a child, and are doing better than ever. Ellen gave us useful and practical advice and guidance to help us through the recovery process. She never took sides and gave us both hard truths when we needed them, but while also providing a safe and comforting space for both of us. Ellen was the 3rd counselor we tried, and the only one we stuck with and really felt helped us. We now both have the tools to keep moving forward and the know-how to do it in a way that strengthens our relationship. I cannot express how much she helped us and how grateful we are!

Ellen has made incredible progress in treating my 10 year old daughter’s anxiety. It has been such a relief seeing her improve. Ellen gained her trust, approached her at her level (she is mature and does not like being treated like a younger child), and helped her gain strategies. Thank you so much!

Ellen has opened my eyes to things about the mind and more importantly myself that I would never have been able to see because of the blinders that shut out the real world around me. Masked in frustrations, resentments, and hidden emotions, I entered her office for a transformation that I would never had even dreamed of. Ellen does hypnotherapy treatment that as a Christian, I must way, I was very skeptical about seeking it out. However, after much education, discussion and answered questions, I decided to give it a world and boy am I glad I did. Because she wants to see the change to actually take place, she records the sessions and you can take it home to listen to it r as often and much as you want. One subject was "getting rid of things". This suggestive hypnotic suggestion has transformed into areas of my life not just physical clutter, but emotional and mental clutter as well. I now carry her calming and suggestive words with me and use it regularly, even during massages,

With a diagnosis of cancer I became depressed and regretful. I couldn’t shake it. Ellen listened well and spoke truths that were hard to deny. Thank you Ellen Sincerely Bill

Ellen has been such a help to my mental health and overall wellbeing. She has helped me understand the emotions behind my actions, validated my feelings and helped me understand how to control my emotions. Ellen has been amazing and has done the best job of any counselor I have ever seen. I wouldn't reccomend anyone else!

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Ms. Strugatch maintains the utmost professionalism and I appreciate the sessions I have had here.

I was initially reluctant to try therapy. I had tried in the past and had a negative experience. To deal with issues, I decided to try again, and Ellen is great. She is kind, honest, and empathetic. I trust her to help guide me on my journey to being a better, stronger me.

Ellen has helped me make so many discoveries and observations about myself to help me live a more balanced and purposeful life. It’s as essential as going to the eye doctor to readjust the lense. I would recommend her to anyone!

Ellen's ability to see a problem and design a solution are amazing. Her gentle and direct approach, I find southing. She recorded a meditation/affirmation tape for me and it's been working wonders. I highly recommend Ellen to help sift and sort threw life's challenges with.

I have been to numerous different therapists and counselors over the years and I have struggled to find one that I felt comfortable opening up to all the way but the minute I sat down with Ellen I felt like I could open up to her about all of my issues. She made me feel comfortable immediately and I could tell that she was genuinely concerned with helping me through the things that I was struggling with. She really listens to the things I have concerns about and then offers solutions or other ways of looking at problems that I honestly hadn't even thought of. She makes me feel extremely comfortable and like I'm in a no-judgement zone and it makes it so much easier to talk about the things that I am struggling with presently. I have had issues with substance abuse and relationships for many years and I finally feel like I have found someone who I can honestly rely on to help me work on these things. I definitely recommend Ellen to anyone in the area that has these things going on in their lives as well or to anyone that feels like they just need someone who will listen and help them work out any problems they might be having in their lives currently. She is absolutely wonderful! I have been to numerous different therapists and counselors over the years and I have struggled to find one that I felt comfortable opening up to all the way but the minute I sat down with Ellen I felt like I could open up to her about all … More

I began counseling with Ellen Strugatch seven months ago. I had been struggling with episodes of substance abuse periodically for five years, with disastrous effects on my marriage and finances. Ellen was able to quickly hone in on the issue that was driving the episodes of substance abuse: I was suffering from bipolar II disorder. With the help of a psychiatrist that Ellen recommended, I began receiving the medication that I needed. The therapy that Ellen has provided has gone far beyond recommending medicine. She has helped me to understand the intricacies of bipolar disorder. I have learned strategies from Ellen that will enable me to avoid some of the “pitfalls” that have previously led to cycles of substance abuse and manic behavior in the past. Most importantly, Ellen has shown me that there are some very positive aspects of bipolar disorder, that, when channeled correctly, can help me achieve my personal and professional potential. I began counseling with Ellen Strugatch seven months ago. I had been struggling with episodes of substance abuse periodically for five years, with disastrous effects on my marriage and finances. Ellen was able to quickly hone in on the … More

I've never been to a psychiatrist/psychologist before I started seeing Dr. Ellen. I was really nervous about opening up and talking to a stranger about what I was/am going through but as soon as I walked through the door she made me feel extremely comfortable. I have grown so much in the small amount of time I have been going to her and my life doesn't seem like a crazy roller coaster anymore! She makes me feel at ease and when I leave, I feel empowered and confident that I can overcome anything! She has given that back to me and I am so very appreciative for the help she has given me. I would recommend her to anyone that feels they have either lost their way or even to someone that just needs to talk to somebody to get that piece of mind back that life is a gift and should be enjoyed! We all need a little help sometimes and I am so grateful that I found Dr. Ellen!!! I've never been to a psychiatrist/psychologist before I started seeing Dr. Ellen. I was really nervous about opening up and talking to a stranger about what I was/am going through but as soon as I walked through the door she made me feel … More

I have thoroughly enjoyed my sessions with Ellen. She's given me insight and perspective that have been very helpful in dealing with issues that I have been trying to resolve for many years. Ellen's expertise in EMDR and hypnotherapy is very helpful for dealing with trauma and negative patterns in one's life. I feel very comfortable in session and look forward to our sessions because I truly feel like I can open up and I am understood on a level that is both validating and comforting. I have thoroughly enjoyed my sessions with Ellen. She's given me insight and perspective that have been very helpful in dealing with issues that I have been trying to resolve for many years. Ellen's expertise in EMDR and hypnotherapy is … More

I am so grateful for Ellen Strugatch. She helped me change my life. Ellen’s professional guidance, astute listening skills and caring nature really helped me change my thinking and work through issues that have contributed to my achievement of my highest level of emotional and mental health. I have and will continue to refer friends and family to Ellen. Thank you Ellen!

I have been seeing Ellen for a few months now. Others and myself have seen a significantly more positive difference in my mental health. I came to Ellen in a mental state that I had never experienced before. Things were much more difficult before I came to her. She helped me understand the psychology and science behind why I felt certain emotions. This understanding helped me better handle some of my existing issues. I have problems where dreams(nightmares), at times involving certain people, cause stress, sadness, and anxiety that remain days and weeks following the dreams. As a solution, Ellen introduced me to EMDR therapy. EMDR therapy feels like I am in a controlled, dreamlike state. I have no control over my nightmares but during EMDR therapy, I feel in control over how I psychologically handle my thoughts/dreams. After these sessions, I feel like the sad feelings I had struggled with no longer feel as bad. I leave with a move positive outlook. I highly recommend Ellen.

Ellen is genuinely concerned and caring . I’ve been going to her for by bipolar disorder and she is extremely knowledgeable about by bipolar disorder. I highly recommend Ellen and will continue to see her as my therapist. I would definitely refer her as a therapist to anyone who needs therapy.

I’ve been seeing Ellen for 6 months now. She’s helping me gain a whole new confidence in my marriage I’ve never experienced through being a great listener and allowing me to express my feelings. I feel as comfortable talking to her as I would a really good friend. She has an inviting space to feel relaxed in and I see myself crossing many bridges in my therapy with her. She has a nurturing spirit and stays focused on helping me reach my goals. The office and waiting room are cozy and inviting. I

Ellen has been helping me for 3 months and I could tell a huge difference within the first two weeks of meeting. Counseling isn’t an easy thing to do but the home- environment makes our meetings a lot easier.

Dr. Ellen is amazing! She's helped a few members of our family. She goes above and beyond and is exceptional at making you comfortable.

I could not have gotten over my divorce without Ellen. I was an emotional wreck before starting therapy with her. Ellen has innovative techniques that she uses to help with the healing process. I could tell that she was genuinely concerned about my well being and most of all, I never felt judged by her. She has helped me learn to articulate my emotions easily. I can finally say that I am at peace with my divorce and it is because I had Ellen helping me along the way.

Meeting with Ellen was a positive experience. She was warm and reassuring. She has a variety of tools she can use with her clients to help achieve their goals. I appreciated the time spent with her.

Ellen Strugatch has been a true blessing to me and my family! I have been seeing Ellen for about 5 years now and she has helped me to see and rethink a lot of negative issues that I have been struggling with for years! She teaches tools and techniques to handle situations in a more positive way. My husband and I are very appreciative of her and would recommend her to our family and friends!

Personally, I have been seeing Ellen on and off for about 5 years plus. She has been a great asset to my growth as a husband, father and person. She has great insite to who I am and where I wish to go and has helped me continue to develop and stay the person who I wish to be. My wife and I attend couples sessions as well and it has been a key component to the stability of our marriage today.

Ellen is by far the best therapist I have seen. She genuinely cares and wants to help you and offers great solutions.

Ellen is a wonderful counselor and has helped me see myself in a new light and it is as essential to my life now as going to the eye doctor to see more clearly. She helps you find the answers within yourself. Since I’ve been coming to therapy I have been able to see my life more clearly and am making progress to becoming a more whole me.

I'm sharing out of gratitude for the magnificent care that I've received from Ellen. I've not disclosed my identity only because I'm also a counseling professional in GA. I needed a safe, confidential place to process my past emotional traumas with someone that I could trust. I also needed a healing space to restore from the suffering that I would hear from my own clients. Through techniques like EMDR and hypnosis, Ellen helped me break through decades of fear and insecurities and find peace.

Ellen Strugatch was truly an answer to my prayer. My marriage was on a downward spiral, and if it was not for Ellen's professional guidance, my wife and I would be settling our differences in court by now. For the first time, I was able to learn and apply the key techniques on how to communicate effectively. Throughout my sessions with Ellen, I can tell that she genuinely cared about my progress. Thank you again for helping me in repairing my marriage.

I went to her for my PTSD and trauma and she is great at this. She helped me work through some of my major triggers and I’ve already recommended quite a few of my friends to her. She is very experienced with EMDR and went above and beyond to help me get insurance reimbursement for it with my [difficult] provider.

Ellen is very easy to speak with. She's understanding, not judgmental (at least not outwardly!), and exudes kindness. My daughter thinks she's great, and I do like that she isn't in a sterile office park somewhere.

I've been seeing Ellen for a couple of months and I'm really impressed with the amount of progress I've already made. I've seen about four different counselors over the years but they were unable to get to the core of my issues. Within the first couple of sessions Ellen was able to assess my needs and recommended a book that has changed my life. The book has also helped serve as a guide to our sessions dealing with BPD.

I was initially reluctant to try therapy. I had tried in the past and had a negative experience. To deal with issues, I decided to try again, and Ellen is great. She is kind, honest, and empathetic. I trust her to help guide me on my journey to being a better, stronger me.

Ellen is, hands down, the best therapist I’ve ever worked with. Sometimes the impact of her work is subtle and sometimes it is overt, but it is always profound. I have benefitted greatly from all the techniques she’s used in sessions with me, like hypnosis, EMDR, talk therapy, and even dream analysis. Theough Ellen’s expert intuition I have made so many life-changing connections. She is truly great.

Ellen is intuitive. She listens in a way that feels like she is fully open to understanding everything about you and the issues you’re experiencing. She is rare. What I appreciate the most about her style is that she is a solutions minded therapist. Which also means that at times you’ll have homework. She has changed my life in deeper ways than I can express in words. If you’re looking for a therapist that is not just good, but is GENUINELY interested in your soul’s health, she is the one 4 you!

Ellen took the time to help me through one of the absolute most difficult times I’ve ever experienced in my life. EMDR was a miracle. Ellen’s eye to detail is like the precision of a surgeons knife. After our sessions of EMDR, I felt lighter and like the intense past I was carrying around with me was more of a distant memory instead of a recurring nightmare. She was relentless in making sure all of the PTSD issue was resolved. That hasn’t been my experience with past therapists. She’s amazing.

Ellen has helped me more than any previous doctor. I always left her business feeling better and validated. Unfortunately I lost my insurance so had to stop working with her. Once I am covered again, I will resume our work together. I highly recommend her!

Great, kind, personable therapist that helped me work my very troublesome PTSD symptoms. Also took a lot of time to work with me and my insurance to help me get as much of it covered as possible.

Ellens ability to see a problem and design a solution is remarkable. Her calm and gentle demeanor, as well as her support, create such a good environment. She designed a meditation/affirmation tape for me and it's been working wonderfully. I highly recommend Ellen to discuss and face life's challenges with.

Ms. Strugatch overcharged us per her contract with Aetna. Additionally, she made us pay, in advance, and then billed Aetna. She was paid twice for our first two visits (from myself and Aetna) and then claims she decided not to bill Aetna anymore because they didn't pay her enough. We paid her $500 and only owed her $129.60 per her contract with Aetna. I have sought legal advice and am pursuing a lawsuit with the assistance of Aetna. Ms. Strugatch overcharged us per her contract with Aetna. Additionally, she made us pay, in advance, and then billed Aetna. She was paid twice for our first two visits (from myself and Aetna) and then claims she decided not to bill Aetna … More

The first time we saw Ellen she was 20 minutes late and still charged us for the entire session. We were unable to make the follow up visit due to a sick child (that I gave plenty of notice for) to which she still charged us for. I paid this reluctantly- trying to be understanding of her time. I am STILL receiving balances in the mail. So unprofessional. The first time we saw Ellen she was 20 minutes late and still charged us for the entire session. We were unable to make the follow up visit due to a sick child (that I gave plenty of notice for) to which she still charged us for. I paid … More

I was diagnosed with PTSD and put on medication, but it made me feel fuzzy. I'd heard about EMDR but thought it sounded like snake oil. But after all the med side effects, I figured I'd give it a shot and saw Ellen. Just one session created a noticeable difference and after five sessions I felt reborn. Ellen also showed me the central themes I kept ruminating on, and helped me overcome my past and my fears. Thanks Ellen! I was diagnosed with PTSD and put on medication, but it made me feel fuzzy. I'd heard about EMDR but thought it sounded like snake oil. But after all the med side effects, I figured I'd give it a shot and saw Ellen. Just one session created … More

Late in 2016, I went through a traumatic experience. For a couple of months, I tried to handle all my emotions and work through the pain on my own. Eventually my sister suggested I seek therapy. After researching therapists in my area, I chose to contact Ellen. Even over the phone, I could tell she had a wonderful personality that quickly put me at ease. Within a week, I was sitting in her office explaining what had happened. Honestly, I felt as if my problem wasn't really worth anyone's time, but I knew I wasn't going to get through it alone. When I voiced this opinion, Ellen assured me that what I was experiencing and the cause was nothing to be self-conscious about, once again putting me at ease and allowing me to speak freely about the trauma I had experienced. Together, we have searched through my immediate pain and what lead me into the traumatic situation. One of the techniques Ellen employs, EMDR, I found very helpful. With Ellen's guidance, I am pleased to report that the pain of my trauma has been lifted and I feel like I did back before this life changing episode. If you are considering therapy, I highly recommend Ellen, she is easy to talk to, compassionate and allows you to feel safe as you try to work together to heal some of life's wounds. Late in 2016, I went through a traumatic experience. For a couple of months, I tried to handle all my emotions and work through the pain on my own. Eventually my sister suggested I seek therapy. After researching therapists in my area, I … More

A good friend suggested that I go talk to Ellen Strugatch. I went back and forth with the idea of calling Ellen, not calling Ellen, this went on for several months. Finally I took my friends advice and I scheduled an appointment. I am so happy I did..My life is forever changed by my decision. From the first time I met with Ellen, I felt at ease, I was in an environment that felt inviting, 'A Safe Place'..At one of our sessions, Ellen suggested EMDR therapy. We discussed in detail what and how this kind of therapy works.. I'm an open minded person and I was willing to do whatever I needed to, in order to help myself..At the end of the session, I could hardly believe how I felt.. I felt new and free like a butterfly emerging from its cocoon..All the 'garbage' from the past was just that, 'in the past'..I had a new perspective on my life. I can't express enough how amazing EMDR therapy was for me. Ellen helped me to move on, to not be a prisoner trapped in my own negative emotional past..Everyday I realize something new and wonderful about myself, about life and I am getting stronger and more confident about the woman that I am. Ellen Strugatch was very instrumental in helping me on my road to recovery. She is caring, understanding and genuinely wants to help others. Talk to Ellen... She can help! A good friend suggested that I go talk to Ellen Strugatch. I went back and forth with the idea of calling Ellen, not calling Ellen, this went on for several months. Finally I took my friends advice and I scheduled an appointment. I am so … More

Ellen was instrumental in navigating my husband and I from a very dark and frightening place. We were both at a point that needed more than just self-reflections to overcome our repetitious, destructive behavior. Ellen offered impartial directness, along with sincere encouragement and validation, that gave us the comfort and courage to face our personal demons. She never over-analyzed; instead, she worked as a guide to help us find the answers within ourselves. Our family is continuously grateful for the role Ellen played in the abundance of joy we are now experiencing in our lives. Ellen was instrumental in navigating my husband and I from a very dark and frightening place. We were both at a point that needed more than just self-reflections to overcome our repetitious, destructive behavior. Ellen offered impartial … More

Ellen has helped with my PTSD with EMDR. It has helped me tremendously. I definitely recommend her.