Therapists in 97140

Navigating life's twists and turns can feel overwhelming. My role, as a therapist, is to join my clients on their journey toward greater self-discovery and healing. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate who is committed to creating a space where children and youth are heard and caregivers feel understood.

Losing someone you love is full of contradictory and upsetting emotions. In one day you may be feeling overwhelmed with sadness and then overwhelmed with disbelief that this is your new reality. I am here to support you through the confusion and pain of your grief. Together we will find tools to help you cope and heal from your loss and help you find hope again.

Hi! I'm Megan and I'm so glad you've found my page. I see myself as someone who can encourage, teach, guide, empower, collaborate, and just "sit" with my clients. I will provide a nonjudgmental space to support you, provide problem solving and practical strategies, offer new perspectives, challenge unhelpful thought patterns, and help you gain clarity and confidence. I have a direct approach to therapy; I aim to be forthcoming in our sessions, yet in a way that is honoring to you. My clients are experts on their own lives and I aim to draw on their expertise to facilitate change.

Please note- I do not take any insurances at this time. Reaching out for help in any capacity can feel incredibly difficult and scary. My goal is to welcome you into a space where you feel safe, seen and heard, and to work with you right where you are at. This is your journey, and I am here to offer support and resources to guide you in the direction you desire to go. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, have unhealed wounds and trauma from the past, or are currently struggling with issues such as infertility, grief and loss (not just death experiences), or just need a safe space to feel, process and heal, I am here for you.

Do you feel anxious, overwhelmed, or stuck? Are you grieving a loss? Would you like help navigating life's ups and downs? Therapy can help you gain self-awareness so you can make good decisions and improve relationships. As you tell your story, I will listen for core issues and help you find meaning out of your experiences. We are all striving to do our best, but sometimes we need help finding productive thought patterns and successful paths.

I am a solution focused therapist who provides treatment for a variety of emotional-social difficulties, including mood disorders, couples counseling, parenting, work conflict and addictions. I have a tremendous amount of respect for clients and their courage to share vulnerable aspects of their lives. I work with men, women, college students, couples, and families to help develop healthy coping skills. I appreciate and respect my clients in their journey to understand themselves and find greater peace in their lives.

I have had over 25 years of therapeutic experience and strive to provide professional and affordable counseling, integrating Biblical and Psychological principles into the counseling session.

Accepting new clients in PERSON and Telehealth. Deciding to go to therapy is a brave and vulnerable decision. My goal is to provide a safe collaborative space to provide you with support. I believe that our need to belong and have healthy relationships is fundamental to the human experience. Oftentimes we do not feel seen or valued for who we are or what we have gone through. My goal is to guide people to explore their authentic selves. Through a safe and transparent therapeutic relationship, we can unpack personal experiences and understand how they shape the present.

The LifeSTAR program is a treatment program to help individuals who struggle with sexual addiction and other unwanted sexually compulsive behaviors. Each phase builds on the previous one for a long-term and comprehensive approach to eliminating compulsive sexual behaviors. The LifeSTAR program is a nationally recognized treatment program that is run by licensed therapists who are trained in sexual addiction recovery. Participants receive workbooks and other materials to help them in their recovery work. The phases are designed to gently uncover and heal those patterns that create and maintain addictive behaviors.

Technically, I am a Cognitive Behavioral Therapist (CBT). Relationally, I am an empathetic listener and encourager. I listen and then collaborate with you to discover the opportunities for progress and growth. I believe immediate change IS possible albeit often in small steps. Change can lead to improvement. Improvement brings more change and the cycle continues. Breaking out of the old dead-end cycle and entering a cycle of growth and change is what I am all about.

Our human spirit is geared toward resiliency and we have an incredible amount of personal resources available to us that can help us to overcome hardships, we just need to discover them. It is my goal, to help you discover these resources and to improve your quality of life as a result. I seek to create a safe space for my clients, free from judgement where you are able to explore your deepest values and goals. Together we can help you determine what aspects of your life are working well for you and which areas in your life you would like to fine tune in order to bring an increased sense of well-being and peace.

Do you feel anxious, angry, depressed, lonely, unmotivated or overwhelmed? You are not alone. Life can be stressful, and we all need guidance and support sometimes. My therapeutic style is calm, genuine, and compassionate. My aim is to help you learn practical solutions for growth and change by identifying unhealthy patterns and setting realistic goals, as well as understanding the underlying causes of your thoughts, feelings, and actions.

Currently - Waitlisting - Clients - I tend to work well with clients struggling with relational issues, anxiety, depression, & trauma who are looking to improve the authenticity of their relationships. I believe everyone has the capacity to grow & thrive with the right support. My approach to therapy is based on the idea that relationships are fundamental to the health & well-being of my clients. My role is to collaborate with & challenge my clients to help them change their life perspectives & exist in ways that bring them both happiness & empowerment.

I believe therapy is about a therapist and a client collaborating together to address mental health issues and or deal with life problems. I believe the client (You) is the expert about themselves concerning strengths, weaknesses, and issues of concern. I believe it is my purpose as a therapist to build a therapeutic relationship which supports the development of your insights, and life skills; including the identification of strengths, and support systems that may aid in the reduction of negative symptoms and improve quality. I do tele-health and I am hoping to be in person by summer 2023 and joined by Mason my therapy dog.