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Dr. Martha Ruiz-Shank

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Dr. Martha Ruiz-Shank

I am a licensed clinical psychologist providing individual, couple, family, and child therapy. I am passionate about and devoted to my work with clients.

Soy Psicóloga y ofrezco terapia individual, de familia, pareja y niños. Owning our story and loving ourselves through that process is the BRAVEST thing we will ever do -Brené Brown-

I am a licensed clinical psychologist with experience providing individual, couple, family, and play therapy. My style is warm, empathic, and genuine, yet, direct in an effort to assist clients in refuting self-doubt. I join my clients in their journeys and focus on their strengths, instill hope, and facilitate empowerment. I have worked with individuals combating depression, anxiety, and various life transitions with families struggling with communication issues and imbalance in the family system, with couples experiencing marital discord, and with children struggling with sexual abuse, trauma, and behavioral and emotional problems. I also have extensive experience working with mother’s suffering from Postpartum Depression (PPD). My work with these women sparked an interest in providing services to their partner, as I found that fathers are often left in the dark during this challenging life transition. I invite you to contact me for a brief consultation. I will meet you where you are, emotionally and psychologically, and together we will explore the change you seek within. TERAPIA EN ESPAÑOL :

Bienvenido/a! Soy Psicóloga con experiencia en terapia individual, de familia, pareja, y niños. Ofresco terapias para la gran mayoría de los problemas psicológicos: depresión, ansiedad, estrés, problemas familiares, y conflicto de pareja. Soy dedicada en mi trabajo con mis clientes y me esfuerzo por ofrecer un ambiente seguro y calido. Si le gustaría hacer una cita, favor de ponerse en contacto conmigo y juntos exploraremos el cambio que busca. EDUCATION:

Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology, 2008 - 2012
Antioch University, Santa Barbara, California

Master of Arts in Psychology, 2006 - 2008
Chapman University, Santa Maria, California

Bachelor of Arts in Child Development and Family Studies, 2001-2005
California State University Long Beach, Long Beach, California

10/09/2025

🛋️ Where Stories Unfold and Hearts Heal 🛋️

This couch has been a safe space for courage, healing, and transformation. Week after week, people sit here and do the deep, brave work of showing up for themselves and for the younger parts within them that still need love, care, and compassion.

Many are healing from childhood wounds and traumas, learning to extend gentleness to their past selves so they can live with more peace, wholeness, and freedom.

I am continually humbled and proud of the work my clients do — the tears, the breakthroughs, the quiet moments of insight and growth. Healing isn’t easy, but it’s sacred.

Start your healing journey, today 🤍

🔗 Click on link in bio for information on how to get started.

07/31/2025

We have added a valuable resource to our practice 👩🏻‍⚕️ 💊

We’re now offering medication management services — a powerful complement to the psychotherapy we already provide.

Whether for children, teens, or adults, this added support can make a meaningful difference for clients managing:
 ✨ Anxiety ✨ Depression ✨ ADHD ✨ Mood disorders and more

Our new Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Yanet Dai, specializes in Child & Adolescent Mental Health and is also here to support adults on their journey.

💳 Accepting Loma Linda Risk Management & Out-of-Pocket 📅 Now welcoming new clients!
🔗 Please click on link in bio to direct you to our website to submit an inquiry.

07/26/2025

✨ WELCOME ✨

Our Nest is growing! We are excited to welcome our warm and caring Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Yanet Dai.

Yanet is a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with specialized experience supporting children and adolescents ages 5–17. Fluent in both English and Spanish, Yanet provides compassionate, culturally sensitive care for diverse families and communities.

She is passionate about helping individuals navigate challenges such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood disorders, trauma, and behavioral concerns. Her approach is patient-centered and developmentally informed, combining evidence-based psychiatric assessment, medication management, and collaborative care with families, schools, and therapists.

With her strong background in nursing and psychiatric care, Yanet strives to create a safe and supportive environment where children and teens feel heard, understood, and empowered. Her bilingual skills also allow her to connect deeply with both English and Spanish-speaking families, bridging gaps in communication and access to care.

Beyond her clinical work, Yanet is a strong advocate for early intervention and expanding mental health resources in underserved communities. She believes every young person deserves the tools and support to thrive emotionally, socially, and academically.

Yanet is currently accepting Loma Linda Risk Management Insurance and Out-of-Pocket clients.

📞 Please contact us to schedule an appointment with her.

🔗 Click the link in our bio for more information on our website.

07/01/2025

✨New Book Feature: No-Drama Discipline✨

In therapy, adults often come seeking healing for themselves — to process anxiety, depression, trauma, or other life difficulties/ transitions. As a psychologist, I also pay attention to their relationships with their children, especially for those who are parents.

Why? Because breaking generational cycles isn’t just about personal growth, it’s also about how we show up in our closest relationships. And for many, that includes parenting.

And that is why, I often recommend books like No-Drama Discipline, The Whole-Brain Child, and Parenting From The Inside Out — not to “fix” parenting, but to offer tools that help strengthen connection, emotional regulation, and mutual respect in the parent-child relationship.

When parents heal, they raise emotionally healthier children and that is where true transformation begins.

Parenting From The Inside Out is my go-to recommendation for new parents 🤍

💬 Have you read No-Drama Discipline, The Whole Brain Child or Parenting From The Inside Out? What books have helped shape your parenting journey?

05/30/2025

✨ WELCOME ✨

Our Nest is continuing to expand! Please welcome our warm and caring Associate Social Worker, Linda Borghol.

Linda is a Registered Associate Social Worker under the supervision of Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Dr. Martha Ruiz-Shank, PSY28729. Linda earned her Master’s in Social Work from California State University, San Bernardino. She has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults, providing both individual and group therapy. Linda is passionate about creating a safe, supportive environment and has worked extensively with the LGBTQ+ community, bringing a nonjudgmental, client-centered approach to her practice.

Linda is experienced in supporting clients through a variety of challenges, including depression, anxiety, trauma, and other impairments that impact daily life. She is trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Solution-Focused Therapy, tailoring her methods to meet each client where they are on their journey.

Fluent in both Arabic and English, Linda offers therapy in both languages, ensuring accessibility and comfort for a diverse range of clients. She believes in the power of collaboration and is committed to working together with individuals to create meaningful change in their lives and in the world.

Linda is accepting new clients 🙌🏽 Contact us if you’re interested in scheduling an appointment with her.

Please click on link in bio to be directed to our website for additional information.

07/26/2024

✨WELCOME✨

Our Nest is continuing to expand! We’d like to give a warm welcome to our kindhearted Registered Psychological Associate, Gertrude (Trudy) Davidson-Tetteh, MA, SLPA.

Trudy is a Registered Psychological Assistant under the supervision of Licensed Clinical Psychologist Dr. Martha Ruiz-Shank, PSY28729. She is currently receiving her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from the Chicago School of Professional Psychology. She also received her Masters of Arts in Clinical Psychology from Chicago School of Professional Psychology.

Trudy has a passion for understanding the complications of human behavior and helping others identify how their unique intersectionalities, like culture, personal experiences, and background influence on their lives. She has had the opportunity to work with people from diverse cultures and demographics, including college students and the unhoused population. Furthermore, she has experience working with individuals and groups dealing with depression, anxiety, traumatic experiences, adjustment issues, psychotic symptoms, grief related issues, life transitions among other presenting symptoms.

Trudy approaches her clinical work with a deep-grounded passion, aiming to leave an indelible mark on her clients by intentionally listening, being fully present, and engaging them with empathy, genuineness, and unconditional positive regard. Additionally, she approaches all her clients with respect, and endeavors to provide a safe, collaborative, and non-judgmental environment for them to feel seen, and heard.

Trudy is accepting new clients 🙌🏽 Contact us if you’re interested in scheduling an appointment with Trudy.

Please click on link in bio to be directed to our website for additional information.

Address

27403 Ynez Road, Suite 104
Temecula, CA
92591

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm

Website

http://www.nestcounseling.co/

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