Therapists in 97321

Are you feeling overwhelmed or facing a difficult transition in your life? I provide counseling to individuals and couples. I specialize in working on couple’s relationship issues and individuals wanting to bring harmony and stability into their lives. I am a licensed social worker with more than 10 years of experience working with couples and families. Con mucho gusto atiendo a las familias que hablan español.

Dynamic Self Recovery has a variety of therapist and counselors. Our Clinic offers: Mental Health, Outpatient Dug & Alcohol services, Parenting and our FAIR program. Our staff have worked in addiction recovery and trauma for many years. We are passionate about helping others to access their inner resources to move toward recovery, wholeness, and health. Additionally, we offer CSWA supervision for individuals working toward licensure.

My approach to therapy is based on building a collaborative, mutually respectful therapeutic alliance that provides a container for safe and creative growth. By improving our mental wellness, we can experience new levels of connecting with ourselves, the world around us and others we love, thereby gaining access to a life we may yet have imagined. Although my work is grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), I use Narrative Therapy and Mindfulness-based Somatic therapy.

Are you experiencing life changes, relationship issues or suffering from anxiety or depression? Are you struggling with chronic pain or illness, or feeling stuck in patterns that are no longer serving you well? Choosing to pursue counseling is a courageous step towards addressing the issues that you are facing and I aim to honor your courage by providing a space for you to be heard and understood and to help you in identifying your personal goals. I use evidence-based modalities to facilitate forward growth and change.

My goal is to help clients discover what works best in their individual situation to feel in control of their lives and "back on track." In many cases this can be accomplished through a solution-oriented counseling approach, with warmth and respect for clients as unique individuals. Clients often examine and make choices regarding new ways of thinking about themselves, others and the world. In addition, I use cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), and eye-movement desensitization reprocessing (EMDR) therapy to assist clients with PTSD, depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, low self-esteem, or an abuse history or trauma.

I am currently welcoming new clients, both individuals and couples. Going to a counselor or therapist when you are feeling sad, anxious, overwhelmed, depressed, or simply out of sorts should be as normal as going to the doctor when you have the flu. I see myself partnering with you in a therapeutic relationship as guide and counselor, providing empathy and compassion as we explore issues and concerns, together, along the way. My approach is holistic, based upon the impact of the mind-body connection on well-being. My work background includes ten years as a teacher and twelve years as a hospice medical social worker.

Are you feeling isolated or alone with the challenges that life has been throwing at you? Are you dealing with overwhelming feelings of sadness, anger, or anxiety? Do you want to live with a clearer sense of self and freedom in who you are? Sharing these concerns with someone are challenging for most of us. I will honor your courage to reach out and seek help with giving you space to be heard and seen where you are.

Through counseling individuals learn to cope with feelings and situations ; seek to improve communication and coping skills; strengthen self-esteem; and promote behavior change and optimal mental health. Make simple daily changes to your life in order to live your best life.

I am excited to work with all different kinds of clients but have especially focused thus far on working with teenagers and young adults and clients who are dealing with anxiety, depression, or trauma.

Our Therapist: Deidre Lafferty, LCSW, & Mick Fredrickson, LCSW, & Annie Mattox, LCSW, & Michelle La Casse, Professional Counselor Assoc., & Natalie Haight, CSWA, & Autumn Acey, CSWA. We help our clients feel accepted, understood, and supported so they can explore and organize their experiences and create new ways of coping. We are here to help support you through the journey. Whether you are struggling with anxious thoughts, relationships, family conflict, or other emotional pain, you have the ability to take hold of your life and make those changes you may want or need to thrive.

Are you feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or hopeless? My role as your counselor is to provide you with an environment where you can share your concerns and feelings safely. I strive to create an atmosphere of mutual respect. I will serve you with kindness, respect, honesty and professionalism. Trust is essential to the counseling relationship. I understand that trust is something that develops over time and I make it my priority to gain your trust through listening, being authentic, non-judgmental, affirming, and empathetic.