We are a collective of independent contractors operating under the name OptimalLife Wellness Center. We offer holistic, mind-body oriented therapies to individuals, couples, and families from young children to the elderly.
Hosted by Shana Oconnor-Wolf
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFTA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Bellevue, WA 98005
I work with individuals, couples, parents, children and families experiencing a variety of issues, for example, general life stress, anxiety, OCD, emotional dysregulation, ADHD, ASD, parenting struggles, grief, religious/spiritual trauma. My approach is to create a collaborative safe space to express and find ways to feel better.
In home, personalized couples workshop to prepare for/navigate postpartum period. Clients can customize their own workshop between 3-8 hours over 1 or 2 days. Partners will: 1. Develop an all encompassing, personalized postpartum support plan 2. Learn skills for managing conflict and challenges that arise postpartum 3. Practice effective communication skills 4. Address fears and concerns 5. Increase confidence around parenting and partnership
Hosted by Kendra Foisie Rice
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LMHC, NCC, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Group meets in Seattle, WA 98109
As a parent of little ones myself, I know what it's like to be in the thick of it.
Has becoming a parent been more challenging than you expected? Are you struggling to feel connected to your partner or to your baby? Are you feeling unsupported, exhausted, fearful, or sad when you thought you would be feeling elated? Are you questioning whether your experience is normal and wondering if things could be better? Now more than ever, moms and parents are feeling the pressure to be "perfect" without the support they really need to thrive. You can and should be doing more than just surviving parenthood.
Collective of holistic, mind-body therapies and brain science educated professionals.
Hosted by Angie Tamayo Montero
Counselor, MA, LMHCA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Bellevue, WA 98005
I use community-based experience and evidence-based practices derived from cognitive behavioral therapy, parent coaching, somatic and trauma informed therapy.
As a bilingual and bicultural Spanish speaking therapist I have a passion to work with Latinx community. I believe it is very important to understand a client's background, and belief system from a cultural and social perspective. I have experience supporting people experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, life transitions and parenting challenges. I work with adults, children and their parents/caregivers. People need a space where they can feel listened and safe to tell stories of pain and trauma. But also, a place where someone believes in them and can be an ally in their path to find their authentic self.
When one person in a family gets diabetes, the whole family gets it, and there is a lot to consider when raising a child with a serious chronic medical condition. The key to a successful team approach in handling diabetes and what you'll learn at this workshop is practical, effective methods of communication that will make this transition of the important responsibilities associated with diabetes a less stressful and more rewarding process.
Hosted by Cassady Kintner PLLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, MDFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Bellevue, WA 98005
I specialize in helping individuals and families dealing with depression, anxiety, feeling stuck and "burnout" as well as parent/child power struggles and relationship conflicts, issues with body image and disordered eating including ED-DMT1/"diabulimia".
I am passionate about helping people with complex, highly demanding medical conditions, particularly diabetes, to face the emotional and behavioral challenges that so often accompany chronic health problems. I also enjoy working with 15+ teens and young women struggling with feelings of being "too much" and still "not enough". There is hope, and I can help you overcome frustration and discouragement to find peace, balance and a sense of purpose. You are not alone, and you don't have to do this alone.
This 90 minute weekly online group is for Parents with autism and/or ADHD address issues related to parenting and relationships. The exercises in group will help increase self esteem and deepen sense of belonging. Parents will build resilience, compassion and confidence navigating the unique challenges neurodivergent parents face.
I am uniquely qualified to work with neurodivergent couples, kids, and families. I understand people who are consistently struggling with overwhelm from the demands of parenting, the demands of school, and general life stressors. My clients may experience meltdown, burnout, rigidity and other symptoms of ADHD and Autism. They want to deeply understand themselves and the people they love, but often are caught off guard by not meeting their own expectations.
Intuitive Parenting is a closed group running in 6 week increments dedicated to parents of children 5 years and younger. Intuitive parenting describes the concept that your parenting doesn't start with a style, book or perspective. It begins with you, your partner and both your families of origin. Exploring and understanding where you naturally fall as a parent, what your temperament and triggers might be and how to learn the secret weapon to connective and authentic parenting isn't perfection but repair and reconnection.
Hosted by Emma Kowalinski
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MDFT, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Group meets in Issaquah, WA 98027
When my clients meet me they will notice I am friendly, trans parent and casual.
Pregnancy and Parenthood changes, well... everything? Picture sipping a warm and comforting beverage while navigating, analyzing and being curious about the twists and turns of this transformative journey. In my approach we use our time intuitively, choosing curiosity over criticism. Let's explore the bumps, the messy moments, and embrace mistakes as stepping stones for growth and change. In our time together, we'll find laughter and tears amid sleepless nights, making therapy a space to celebrate the wild, beautiful ride of becoming a parent.
This group is designed for men working through difficult times in their lives, with a particular focus on grief and loss. Together, we explore issues of grief and loss in the context of masculinity and what it means to be men, including messages received from culture, family, partners and peers. Group also provides many opportunities to help one another heal, connect, and celebrate successes.
Hosted by Cascades Wellness Center
Psychologist, PsyD, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Seattle, WA 98103
We are committed to restoring you to your best. Using an individualized, client-centered approach, we work with you to identify strengths and deepen relationships for sustainable and holistic change. At Cascades Wellness Center, our team offers extensive experience as well as a holistic approach to mental health and wellness. Through awareness, compassion, and acceptance, we work with our clients to return you to the life you want and deserve. For us, therapy is not about fixing what is wrong, but about recapturing your capacities to increase your overall health, well-being, and sense of connection in the world.
The fourth trimester is one of the most challenging times for many women. The romance of motherhood meets the reality of long nights of feeding, changing and crying. This is made even more challenging now without the village to support most of us in our great time of need. Listening Mothers provides a unique emotional support for mothers and babies birth through six months of age. Cost is $195. This program is fully covered under the Microsoft EAP program. Partial scholarships available. For more info on support for mothers: www.SeattleWomensCounseling.com
Hosted by Karin Yeung Matthews
Marriage & Family Therapist, JD, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Seattle, WA 98109
You are a high performer who is stuck & looking for outside help. You want to have a secure & loving relationship. You want to heal from past hurts, connect with your inner compass & shift towards healthier ways of living. In couples counseling, my husband & I work as a team to help couples grow together. As former high tech & legal professionals, we understand how work demands can impact your quality of life. As parents, we get how children are both a joy & a stressor in relationships. As an intercultural couple, we recognize the challenges in bridging different world views.
Are you a new mother who is juggling life with young kids? Are just now coming up for air after the complex newborn months? Are you yearning to get reoriented to the woman you are now? Do you want to connect with other mothers who understand firsthand? Join us for a restorative and contemplative mini retreat honoring Matresence and the transformative power of stepping into motherhood. We will spend time in ritual and community that will include meditation, gentle movement, journaling and creative expression, sharing time, and restorative yoga. Thresholds-pllc.com for future offerings.
Are you a new mother who is juggling life with young kids? Are just now coming up for air after the complex newborn months? Are you yearning to get reoriented? The fact that you’re here highlights that you are both suffering deeply and deeply resourceful. I believe you are wiser than you know, and I trust that with some support, you can reconnect to your deep knowing. I would be honored to partner with you in discovering what is no longer serving you and exploring subtle shifts in how you want to relate to yourself and others. Even though your outside world may not change, your experience can be different. You can flourish.
Florescence Psychotherapy was created out of a desire to provide quality care for clients by utilizing the power of consistent and trustworthy connection to enable clients to develop curiosity about their lives and the support to courageously work towards growth. Our counselors work to see the whole person and understand the entirety of their experience. We welcome people of all abilities, ages, gender identity, immigration status, race, religion, sexual orientation, and socioeconomic status. We endeavor to create an environment in which clients feel a real sense of belonging. We offer in person and virtual sessions.
Despite your best efforts, life is unknowable - you can't always predict or be prepared for what comes your way. Difficulties are inevitable. When they occur, you might need help sorting out what's going on and what to do next. The good news is, therapy helps. When you're feeling miserable, unlovable and afraid, therapy helps. When you find yourself asking the question "why me?", therapy helps. When you're ready to step into your life and take charge of it, instead of having it take charge of you, therapy helps.
Has your tween or teen come out as transgender, non-binary, or genderqueer? Is your kiddo experimenting with gender-bending clothes, pronouns, or other self-expression? You may be struggling with big feelings: confusion, guilt, sadness, grief, rejection, shame, or even resentment or anger. While these feelings are 100% normal, you may feel very isolated and alone. Unfortunately, if your emotions spill over onto your kiddo, it can hurt them deeply, which can damage their trust in you. This group is a safe space to share your emotions with other parents on this journey. Come find compassion, community, and support!
Hosted by Kristin Cherry Jackson
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFTA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Seattle, WA 98109
Life is too short for bad sex! Do you feel hopeless about sexual dysfunction like vaginismus, premature ejaculation, unreliable erections, or lack of libido, arousal, or orgasm? Are you having sexual struggles, or feeling shame around sex stemming from religious messages or “purity culture”? Are you considering consensual non-monogamy, or having conflict within polyamory or an open relationship? Do you feel conflicting emotions about how to be true to yourself, assert boundaries, and get your needs met within your personal or professional relationships? As a sex and relationship therapist, I’m your partner in healing and change.
Weekly 90-minute skills groups for parents or loved ones of teens/adults participating in our DBT program. Learn the same DBT or RO-DBT skills as your loved one so that you can better support them on their journey to better health and well-being. DBT parent coaching also available; learn the basics of behaviorism and how to apply the skills to your own home environment for optimal results.
Hosted by Rachel Newman Glick
Counselor, MA, MRP, LMHC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Bellevue, WA 98004
People often say (and studies show) the most healing aspect of therapy is feeling heard and understood by the therapist. I work with adults and teens seeking support, clarity, calm, and insight navigating the stresses, fears, and uncertainty of life. In sessions clients often say they feel understood and more clear about how to proceed. My intent is to provide a safe, supportive, non-judgmental space for you to process what is going right and what areas you need to change or see things differently in your life. Therapy with me is insightful, mindfulness-based, and helps you move forward in your life.
"From Hades to Facebook: Understanding the Mythic to Modern Mother-Daughter Relationship During Adolescence"- Fall and Spring workshops for mothers and early adolescent daughters. A creative arts therapy approach combining modern brain research with ancient myth to explore the "push/pull" dynamic during this developmental phase.
Hosted by Lindsey Rosen
Counselor, MA, R-DMT, LMHC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Seattle, WA 98104
You may be experiencing a great loss, or even many losses from the pandemic, or feel stuck in patterns that no longer serve your growth. You may be experiencing pain or conflict in relationships, anxiety at work, stress from trying to “balance it all”, or residual pain from the past. There may be a sense of increased collective grief and eco-anxiety. The discomfort brings us back into conversation with ourselves- all the parts. From here we begin the process of healing and meaning making, to come to inhabit your life in a more embodied, present, and clear way.
We all come to parenting with our own stories and narrative of being parented. We also come with our story of how we came to be parents. This group is geared towards moms who have survived violence in their lives and this group will provide a supportive and empowering space as women and moms and powerful beings. And to cultivate healing as to have a different story for our children.
Hosted by Alanna Martin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Seattle, WA 98118
I have a passion for working with people who have been impacted by trauma, in whatever way you might identify that trauma. My hope for you is to live your biggest and fullest life, with both meaning and connection. I work with individuals: teens, adults, and elders.
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Parenting Support Groups
What does therapy for parenting look like?
Therapists may work with parents individually, together, or include the whole family to find solutions for the problems a parent faces. Many parent-based therapies work on a parent’s relationship with their children, problem-solving within the family, and analysis of family dynamics. Therapy conducted remotely by video may be helpful in allowing a therapist to observe how families interact in their own homes.
When should a parent seek therapy?
When behavioral problems begin to disrupt the healthy functioning of a family, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If parents find that children are acting out in school, have started using drugs or alcohol, have developed eating disorders, or other similar red flags, a therapist may be able to help.
How long does therapy take for parenting problems?
Depending on the severity of a family’s challenges and the type of treatment utilized, therapy for parenting can last from weeks to months. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a pragmatic therapy type that can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. Structural family therapy, which inspects family dynamics, often takes several months. Parent-child interaction therapy is typically shorter-term, lasting between 10 and 20 sessions. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.
Can therapy help parents dealing with burnout or stress?
Parenting is difficult. Parents may dismiss or conceal feelings of exhaustion, overwhelm, or escape ideation—imagining withdrawing from their parental obligations altogether. but left unattended, these feelings can have negative effects on the whole family. A therapist can help parents work on the skills they might need to better cope with the burdens of parenting and help them be the best parents they can be.