Date: 11/18/23 This 3 hour in person workshop will use the story of Batman to explore and understand loss. Who: individuals 16-20 years old, who have experienced sudden/unexpected loss of a close family member What: Learn about the different ways loss can affect people, ways to cope with responses to loss, and finding self empowerment to overcome challenges. Please note: Individuals must be connected to a therapist and complete a brief screening to be considered for the group. Email: TIPS@turninginwardps.com for more information. No calls please.
Hosted by Aimee Acebedo
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in University Place, WA 98466
A strong belief in prevention and early intervention of adverse childhood experiences inspires my work with children, parents, and families. Adverse childhood experiences can have lasting impact and influence our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors in the present. A strong component of my clinical practice is finding and building resiliency in the presence of adverse childhood experiences.
Hello, do you like excitement? Do you cherish adventure? If so, come join me, therapeutic dungeon master, on the adventure of a lifetime! You will face horrible monsters in dungeons and deadly dragons in their lairs. Along the way, you will solve mysteries. You will face challenges. Most of all, you will conquer your fears and learn bravery! Come join the quest of a lifetime and become a hero! This group is a unique combination of both sets of these skills, with the goal of assisting kids and teens with difficult social interactions.
Clients primarily request services with me to work on communication between partners and other members of their family systems. I am contracted to work in the capacity as an LMHC with Summit Health Management in Gig Harbor. Please contact (253) 858-7056 to schedule an intake. I am currently accepting new clients and will work with you in person or via telehealth at the Summit Health Management office in Gig Harbor, WA. In addition, I also utilize games such as Dungeons and Dragons with families, kids and teens, to roleplay therapeutic scenarios out in a safe environment (I also run a weekly social skills teen group on Thursdays).
We specialize in treating anxiety, depression, and trauma.
Hosted by Jackie M Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Gig Harbor, WA 98335
Feeling stuck, anxious, or overwhelmed? You work hard to be competent on the outside, maintaining control, holding your life together. Yet you know something is off on the inside. You want to be free. Free from the worry, anxiety and the patterns you keep finding yourself living over and over. You don't need to live your life this way any longer. Is this type of freedom even possible? Yes. Yes it is. You do not have to walk this path alone any longer. You have tried everything you can think of to help you sleep, help you cope, stop the flashbacks. Some of your strategies worked, but they are not enough.
Our Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Group is designed to teach kids and teens social-emotional skills while maximizing social interaction opportunities. It strikes a balance, with half of the time devoted to structured learning activities and the other half reserved for social time. We’ll cover SEL topics and skills including emotional awareness and expression, managing big feelings, understanding the brain, healthy communication, self-talk, self-regulation, empathy, resilience, self-esteem, growth mindset, self-care, and more.
Hosted by Casi Woods
Counselor, MEd, MS, LMHC, RPT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Gig Harbor, WA 98332
Hi, I'm Casi. As a mental health counselor and Registered Play Therapist with a background in teaching, I bring extensive experience and advanced training in child development, mental health, and social-emotional learning to each session. Creating a nurturing space for children and teens is at the heart of what I do. Whether it's understanding complex emotions, navigating the maze of social dynamics, managing the swirl of anxiety, or finding a way through ADHD challenges, I offer techniques and tools tailored especially for young minds. For parents of child clients, our journey includes insights, guidance, and unwavering support.
These highly interactive groups for individuals of all ages are designed to help you achieve your full potential using the C.A.R.E. principles of Connecting, Attaining, Resolving & Engaging. Our C.A.R.E. groups are educational and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) focused. You will learn to change behavior patterns, learn new skills, build healthier relationships and reach your personal goals. Our unique approach to helping you experience personal freedom includes a blend of faith, experience, solution-planning and hard work. We are committed to understanding your situation, providing the information you need and injecting hope into your life.
Hosted by Cornelia A. Thomas
Counselor, MEd, LMHC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Puyallup, WA 98373
HOPE is the only thing stronger than fear. Are you looking for a therapist to hope with you? I will. Have you found yourself bound and unable to move past your hurting circumstances? Facing challenges in your home & family life? What is the condition of your heart? You're reading this because you are ready for CHANGE! Learn how to apply LASTING solutions to the issues in your life. I'll help you envision, fall in love with, and then create your best future. Aim for change. Hope with me. Let's get started!
Perinatal Loss Group (Pregnancy, Postpartum, Children)
Hosted by Tania Adams | Wild Fern Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, MEd, LICSW, E-RYT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Gig Harbor, WA 98335
Accepting Couples and Individuals at this time - Are you struggling with boundaries, expectations that are self-imposed, exhaustion and feeling "not enough"? If you are having difficulty navigating your relationships, parenting, life transitions - there is a way for you to orient back to yourself so you can make decisions from a place of clarity and find more connection and meaning in your life. Whether you're trying to connect better within or with others - It’s hard to remember who you are in when you are burning from both ends of the candle. Contact me to further your connection with your body, with others & relationships.
NOW ENROLLING! Join our virtual skill building & support group for adults with ADHD. An 8 week journey to: Build skills for your ADHD. Make behavior changes. Learn, grow, and be challenged. Be part of a community/group space. Be uncomfortable, try new things, and find what works for you! Visit our website www.adhd-skills.com to learn more and join now! Group begins Oct 1st and runs 8 weeks.
Hosted by Elizabeth (Lizz) Jenkins
Counselor, MEd, LMHCA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Tacoma, WA 98405
As a therapist, I believe we all deserve the space to heal, grow, and awaken to our authentic selves. It can be challenging in our culture and society to listen to our own inner-knowings. Even more challenging if we struggle with anxiety, ADHD, trauma, life transitions, and issues with self-esteem. You are not broken; you are learning and healing in a broken world. That's why I believe in helping clients access their inherent strength and wisdom. Through somatic and experiential therapies that draw on nervous system regulation, mindfulness, and self-compassion, I help my folks meet reality with more resilience and self-trust.
Dungeons and Dragons is a fantasy tabletop role-playing game. Studies have shown that tabletop roleplaying games can have positive impacts on mental health. Players work together to explore a limitless world full of quests, storytelling, puzzles, and adventure. Each game is completely unique and full of endless possibilities! We will also focus on building social / communication skills, and learning about mental health and wellness. **Starting 8/6/24 and running every other Tuesday 5:30-6pm (in person). This is a drop-in group, but registration is required prior to attending.**
Please note, I am NOT currently accepting new clients for individual psychotherapy. However my D&D Social Skills and Psychoed group is open. - First, I would like to acknowledge what it has taken for you to come this far. Searching for a therapist can be challenging, and it often brings up feelings of uncertainty, fear, vulnerability, or anxiety. I hope that you will soon be able to experience some relief and comfort in finding a therapist that meets your needs.
This is a 90 minute group for 18+ men court ordered for sex offense therapy. I use DBT, CBT, motivational interviewing, and the Good Lives Model in my approach. Clients are accepted on a rolling basis until groups reach their maximum capacity.
Hosted by Shamyka SD Sutton
Psychologist, PhD, MSCP, CSOTP, SUDPT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Lakewood, WA 98498
I work with each person through a holistic and integrative lens. Whether I am completing an evaluation or providing therapy, it is not one size fits all. I take a lot of pride when a client tells me, “you’re not like my other therapist.” I’ve heard all sorts of reasons I’m not like others. Most often, I hear appreciation about my ability to validate and push for change at the same time. I provide individual and group therapy; working with older teenage and adult men and women. I also provide evaluation services in various areas, such as behavioral, emotional, personality, cognitive, sexual, and memory domains.
Research shows that approximately 2/3 of couples experience a significant decrease in relationship satisfaction after the birth of their baby. Furthermore, this conflict can have profound negative effects on infants and toddlers. BBH is a research based program created by The Gottman Institute to prepare couples for life with a baby and help them be the best parenting team possible. In a relaxed and supportive environment, parents learn to strengthen their relationship and foster their baby’s development. *Check out humanitypsychotherapy.com for current dates and locations!*
Hosted by Kendra Foisie Rice
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LMHC, NCC, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Group meets in Gig Harbor, WA 98335
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.
Our Study Skills Group is designed to teach study skills while providing preteens and teens with opportunities to socialize and connect with others. Each session begins with a group mini-lesson or skill-building activity, then members take turns meeting individually with an executive function coach for support and guidance. While the coach is meeting with individuals, the remaining members are encouraged to socialize, play games, and work on creative projects together. Group members will learn and practice strategies for staying organized, using a planner, taking notes, studying, managing time, tackling big projects, maintaining motivation, and more.
Hosted by Casi Woods
Counselor, MEd, MS, LMHC, RPT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Gig Harbor, WA 98332
Hi, I'm Casi. As a mental health counselor and Registered Play Therapist with a background in teaching, I bring extensive experience and advanced training in child development, mental health, and social-emotional learning to each session. Creating a nurturing space for children and teens is at the heart of what I do. Whether it's understanding complex emotions, navigating the maze of social dynamics, managing the swirl of anxiety, or finding a way through ADHD challenges, I offer techniques and tools tailored especially for young minds. For parents of child clients, our journey includes insights, guidance, and unwavering support.
Join the Social Savvy Squad, an 8-week empowering IN-PERSON therapy group for teens aged 13-17! Discover the art of healthy coping and social skills through engaging activities and interactive discussions. Boost your confidence, build resilience, and forge meaningful connections with fellow members. Together, we'll navigate the challenges of adolescence, equipping you with the tools to thrive in a supportive and inclusive environment.
Hosted by 253 Therapy and Consult
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in University Place, WA 98466
Accepting NEW clients for in-person and telehealth sessions! Give us a call today at 2537786636. Have you been dealing with anxiety or depression that has interfered with living your best life? Are you going through the stages of grief and feel stuck? ...“I don’t want to disappoint my family so I always say yes....“I am trying so hard to stay sober. If I fail at this, I will be a failure for the rest of my life” If these words resonate with you, you are in the right place!
This is a drop in style therapeutic support group for teens via telehealth only right now. Whether transgender, gender expansive, gender non-conforming, or some other gender divergent identity, all are welcome in this group. As transgender and gender divergent individuals, isolation and loneliness are significant contributors to the suicide rates for this population. It is our goal to use Group Art Therapy to support these individuals in creating a sense of community and peer relationships. In group, teens will learn how to navigate the world and advocate for themselves in a safe and supported manner.
Hosted by Makael L White
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFT, ATR, MA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Puyallup, WA 98372
I am onboarding clients for interns under my supervision only. My waitlist is CLOSED - Ideal clients for my expertise are LGBTQIA+ families, individuals, or relationships. Therapy focus can include (not limited to): navigating the world as a queer or transgender person; navigating neurodivergence; working with a chronic illness and degenerative disorders. Whether this is a work relationship, monogamous marriage, parent/teen relationship in a blended family, or one of the relationships in your polycule, we can find solutions together. The single greatest protective/healing factor in all of these are our supportive relationships.
Date: 11/05/23 This 3 hour virtual parent/caregiver workshop will focus on the child parent relationship and how to effectively respond to different ages and stages of development. Parents and caregivers will learn how their own experiences influence parenting/caregiving, learn how to be a safe haven and create a circle of emotional security for your child, and learn how to prepare and support your child's academic and emotional success in the classroom. Email: TIPS@turninginwardps.com for more information. Please no phone calls.
Hosted by Aimee Acebedo
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in University Place, WA 98466
A strong belief in prevention and early intervention of adverse childhood experiences inspires my work with children, parents, and families. Adverse childhood experiences can have lasting impact and influence our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors in the present. A strong component of my clinical practice is finding and building resiliency in the presence of adverse childhood experiences.
This is a partner betrayal trauma recovery group for women who are or have been in relationships with spouses/partners who are sexual/porn addicts/compulsives. All group members are in regular therapy with Matt at least 3 months prior to membership (exceptions are considered).
Hosted by Matt Gullett
Counselor, MA, LMHC, CSAT, CPTT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Tacoma, WA 98405
This may not be the time or place you thought or wanted to be in your life right now, and that can be a sad, frustrating and heartbreaking reality. In that reality, you need someone who can listen, understand and help you sift through the problems of a sexual/porn compulsion/addiction and/or the betrayal trauma from the reveal of your partner’s hidden sexual life, and I offer that service. I've worked for the past 8 years with men in their recovery from active sex/porn addiction, and for the past 5 years I've been working with partners/spouses who've been traumatized by such hidden behavior, and its relational damage.
We offer a group where you can come and receive support and encouragement, as well as education regarding audism (or discrimination against those with hearing loss). Audism is wrong and should be stopped. Our support group will equip you with the tools needed to succeed in overcoming audism!
Hosted by Wilson Clinical Services, PLLC. (Psychiatric Meds)
Psychologist, PhD, ABN, ABPP, MSCP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Tacoma, WA 98402
For a quicker response time, please email us instead of calling- Thank You! Wilson Clinical Services (WCS) provides psychotropic medication prescriptions (for Idaho residents) and neuropsychological exams. WCS also accepts referrals for all individuals for psychotherapy (including couples, family, & group) sessions. WCS has several clinicians, both male and female, who work with a variety of individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Estrangement between parents and their teen and adult children has become epidemic. Find the path to not only surviving the pain, but partnering with God and a tribe of people who truly understand to create a life worth living in the aftermath of losing a living child. My training and personal experience combined with my interactions with hundreds of hurting parents and grandparents uniquely qualifies me to address this issue and provide hope. My workshop is one hour long with a Q & A.
Hosted by Renovation Biblical Counseling Services, PLLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Lakewood, WA 98499
Remember the saying," Two heads are better than one?" I believe counseling should be collaborative. Both counselor and client bring knowledge and experience to the table. Together we can go over what strategies have not worked and implement new ones. Many life problems are complex, having biological, psychological, and/or social factors, but all are spiritually implicated in some way. My Christ-centered approach emphasizes Biblical renewing of the mind and spiritual growth, in addition to practical, proven strategies to help you overcome. I will support and care for you, strive to restore hope, and walk with you on your journey!
DVIT Men's Group. Assessment required prior to joining.
Hosted by Steffanee Holt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in University Place, WA 98466
As a WA State Certified DV Provider, I am now offering Court Ordered Evaluations. I believe there are times in a person's life when they need a trusted and confidential ally who can help a person explore the causes of his/her thoughts, feelings, or behaviors and develop new ways of thinking, acting and feeling. I am committed to helping individuals, couples and families achieve these goals in an environment that emphasizes confidentiality, respect, trust and compassion.
Interactive group aimed to explore therapy skills and concepts. Psychoeducation on the nervous system and how it impacts our interactions and connections with others. Opportunities to practice skills in real time as a group and gain support. Safe and supportive environment to explore your internal experience in social interactions.
Hosted by Kassandrea E Manuele
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Gig Harbor, WA 98335
In a world that can often feel heavy with forces pushing and pulling us downward in so many directions it can feel all too easy to lose track of your true self. Feeling confused and asking how did I get here? Or why me? Or, I just want to get back to myself, but I don’t even know who I am anymore. You are not alone and there is a way. I work with individuals who struggle with these same questions. Questions that arise from the struggles with trauma, anxiety, depression, attention, autism, and others. My counseling services focus on addressing the integrated person.
A group offering tools and strategies to help overcome depression and anxiety. Also a group giving support to each other and helping each other transcend fears, depression, and anxiety.
Hosted by Lou Hallie
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CHT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Tacoma, WA 98403
Life is worth living well. Our biggest obstacle to living a life we love is the constant and habitual ramblings of our minds: the judgments, the doubt, the dwelling in past suffering and the negative predictions of what the future will bring. True freedom comes when we break free from the thoughts that create pain, dissatisfaction and frustration. There are also situations where we have negative feelings that seem to "come out of nowhere". This is due to unconscious processes that trigger painful emotions. I provide tools that effectively work with the unconscious and direct it toward healthy outcomes.
