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Joellen I Kenyon
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bothell, WA 98011
I enjoy utilizing play/game board therapy with my younger clients too.
I have 9 years' experience working with clients of all ages in the areas of Anxiety, ADHD, depression, Trauma and Grief. Recently I have chosen to focus my work with children and adolescents who are struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, transitions and trauma/abuse. I am currently accepting adults and couples with the above struggles too.
I enjoy utilizing play/game board therapy with my younger clients too.
I have 9 years' experience working with clients of all ages in the areas of Anxiety, ADHD, depression, Trauma and Grief. Recently I have chosen to focus my work with children and adolescents who are struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, transitions and trauma/abuse. I am currently accepting adults and couples with the above struggles too.
(425) 537-7648 View (425) 537-7648
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Insight Mental Health Group
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bothell, WA 98011
We work with all age groups, from pre-school-aged children (utilizing play therapy), through adolescence and adulthood, to elders.
Insight Mental Health Group is a network of skilled mental health professionals dedicated to providing individuals, couples, and families with a safe space to explore, understand, and evolve problematic perspectives, beliefs, and patterns of interaction. With values rooted in compassion, collaboration, integrity, and individuality; we are committed to providing each client with the individualized care needed to reach their mental health and relationship goals. To ensure our clients' needs and preferences are met, our providers offer both in-office and virtual visits. Whether it is to assist in addressing anxiety or depression, to help to resolve marital or family conflict, to facilitate healing from the effects of trauma and loss, to aid in dealing with grief or coping with stress, or to provide support and direction for any number of other issues arising from interpersonal relationships, the workplace, school, or self-exploration and personal growth, we are here for you.
We work with all age groups, from pre-school-aged children (utilizing play therapy), through adolescence and adulthood, to elders.
Insight Mental Health Group is a network of skilled mental health professionals dedicated to providing individuals, couples, and families with a safe space to explore, understand, and evolve problematic perspectives, beliefs, and patterns of interaction. With values rooted in compassion, collaboration, integrity, and individuality; we are committed to providing each client with the individualized care needed to reach their mental health and relationship goals. To ensure our clients' needs and preferences are met, our providers offer both in-office and virtual visits. Whether it is to assist in addressing anxiety or depression, to help to resolve marital or family conflict, to facilitate healing from the effects of trauma and loss, to aid in dealing with grief or coping with stress, or to provide support and direction for any number of other issues arising from interpersonal relationships, the workplace, school, or self-exploration and personal growth, we are here for you.
(425) 981-5455 View (425) 981-5455
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Neupathway (Maribel Aheran)
Counselor, EdD, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
Bothell, WA 98011
Accepting New Patients, same week availability................................... Maribel Aheran Ed.D, LMHC-QS, NCC, MCAP is a bilingual (English & Spanish) licensed clinical mental health counselor with over 12 years of experience treating children, adolescents, college students, and adults. She completed a bachelor's degree in education from Caribbean University, a master's degree in English for speakers of other languages from Turabo University, a master's degree in Counseling and Psychology from Troy University, and a doctorate degree in education from Edgewood College.
Accepting New Patients, same week availability................................... Maribel Aheran Ed.D, LMHC-QS, NCC, MCAP is a bilingual (English & Spanish) licensed clinical mental health counselor with over 12 years of experience treating children, adolescents, college students, and adults. She completed a bachelor's degree in education from Caribbean University, a master's degree in English for speakers of other languages from Turabo University, a master's degree in Counseling and Psychology from Troy University, and a doctorate degree in education from Edgewood College.
(425) 470-6819 View (425) 470-6819
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Crystal LaBass
Counselor, PsyD, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bothell, WA 98011  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
In my work with individuals, I work with my clients as a trusted confidant, partner in problem-solving, and empathetic witness to their lives. For many, therapy can be a powerful tool in establishing a more balanced and fulfilling life. It is an honor and a privilege to assist those working towards positive change in their lives. Issues commonly addressed include anxiety, difficulties with sustained attention, obsessive/compulsive thoughts and behaviors, and challenging life transitions.
In my work with individuals, I work with my clients as a trusted confidant, partner in problem-solving, and empathetic witness to their lives. For many, therapy can be a powerful tool in establishing a more balanced and fulfilling life. It is an honor and a privilege to assist those working towards positive change in their lives. Issues commonly addressed include anxiety, difficulties with sustained attention, obsessive/compulsive thoughts and behaviors, and challenging life transitions.
(206) 557-3810 View (206) 557-3810
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Anna Weinrank Psy D.
Counselor, PsyD, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bothell, WA 98011  (Online Only)
I am most skilled at working through trauma and helping clients understand why they have the issues they do. I can help you identify the real source of your issues, so you can begin to transform your life. I also do a lot of work around gender exploration.
I am most skilled at working through trauma and helping clients understand why they have the issues they do. I can help you identify the real source of your issues, so you can begin to transform your life. I also do a lot of work around gender exploration.
(425) 441-3023 View (425) 441-3023
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Nora Weiser
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSWAIC
Verified Verified
Bothell, WA 98011  (Online Only)
Trauma may increase physical, mental, and emotional distress, leading to symptoms of anxiety, depression, PTSD, and more. In my practice, I work to reduce distress to improve these symptoms by helping you find your inner strength and learn how to cope. I have experience and training helping individuals through trauma, anxiety, depression, PTSD, eating disorders, and more, utilizing a trauma-informed, strengths-based approach. I am also experienced working with survivors of sexual and domestic violence.
Trauma may increase physical, mental, and emotional distress, leading to symptoms of anxiety, depression, PTSD, and more. In my practice, I work to reduce distress to improve these symptoms by helping you find your inner strength and learn how to cope. I have experience and training helping individuals through trauma, anxiety, depression, PTSD, eating disorders, and more, utilizing a trauma-informed, strengths-based approach. I am also experienced working with survivors of sexual and domestic violence.
(425) 952-9146 View (425) 952-9146
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Healing & Restoration Counseling
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Bothell, WA 98011
Are you ready to be free of your anxiety and depression?? The Healing & Restoration Counseling team utilizes a life changing technique called Lifespan Integration which helps you become forever unstuck from past trauma and painful memories causing your anxiety and depression. The counseling team also specializes in Marriage Therapy utilizing Emotionally Focused Couples therapy. If you are finding yourself stuck in destructive patterns in your marriage, our team will help you and your mate get to the core of the issues and incorporate healthy ways of relating. We also have a very specific process for healing from Narcissistic abuse.
Are you ready to be free of your anxiety and depression?? The Healing & Restoration Counseling team utilizes a life changing technique called Lifespan Integration which helps you become forever unstuck from past trauma and painful memories causing your anxiety and depression. The counseling team also specializes in Marriage Therapy utilizing Emotionally Focused Couples therapy. If you are finding yourself stuck in destructive patterns in your marriage, our team will help you and your mate get to the core of the issues and incorporate healthy ways of relating. We also have a very specific process for healing from Narcissistic abuse.
(425) 276-6761 View (425) 276-6761
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Margarita Lalayan
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bothell, WA 98011  (Online Only)
When life is difficult, we need a place to explore how to regain our emotional balance of self. In therapy, we focus on how past experiences and relationships have shaped the way we interact with others and how we learned to negotiate the world around us.
When life is difficult, we need a place to explore how to regain our emotional balance of self. In therapy, we focus on how past experiences and relationships have shaped the way we interact with others and how we learned to negotiate the world around us.
(425) 522-8614 View (425) 522-8614
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Nicole Nagle
MS, LMHCA
Verified Verified
Bothell, WA 98011
Being a human can be hard work! Day-to-day challenges can range from the simply annoying to the downright overwhelming. By providing a safe and supportive environment, I help clients find answers, expand their perspectives, and build healthy habits. Using a mixture of assessment and therapeutic intervention, I am committed to assisting you in achieving your best life… and who knows, maybe we’ll have a little fun along the way!
Being a human can be hard work! Day-to-day challenges can range from the simply annoying to the downright overwhelming. By providing a safe and supportive environment, I help clients find answers, expand their perspectives, and build healthy habits. Using a mixture of assessment and therapeutic intervention, I am committed to assisting you in achieving your best life… and who knows, maybe we’ll have a little fun along the way!
(425) 409-5705 View (425) 409-5705
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Daniela Del Moral
Counselor, MS , LMHC
Verified Verified
Bothell, WA 98011
Waitlist for new clients
Do you feel like life is so overwhelming that it’s hard to focus? Do you feel like sometimes your only option is to hide or leave this life? Depression and or anxiety win most of the time? I get that. Your feelings matter. You matter. I work with several individuals whom struggle with these overwhelming emotions, together we can find desires of life, set goals, and figure out what matters to you individually.
Do you feel like life is so overwhelming that it’s hard to focus? Do you feel like sometimes your only option is to hide or leave this life? Depression and or anxiety win most of the time? I get that. Your feelings matter. You matter. I work with several individuals whom struggle with these overwhelming emotions, together we can find desires of life, set goals, and figure out what matters to you individually.
(425) 559-9541 View (425) 559-9541
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Wen Shao Lee
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bothell, WA 98011
If you have ever felt alone or out of place, I want to help you learn ways to interact with the world so that it doesn't seem so overwhelming or foreign. If you've struggled figuring out who you, where you belong, or what your values are, you're not alone - it's a natural part of the human experience!
If you have ever felt alone or out of place, I want to help you learn ways to interact with the world so that it doesn't seem so overwhelming or foreign. If you've struggled figuring out who you, where you belong, or what your values are, you're not alone - it's a natural part of the human experience!
(425) 475-2324 View (425) 475-2324
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Lindsay Marie Emerson
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMFT
Verified Verified
Bothell, WA 98011
People were created for meaningful relationships with one another. Everyone has a unique story they want to share, and therapy provides space and openness to explore this journey. Due to our environment, culture, family background and life circumstances, we look at life through a lens that shapes our present thoughts and behaviors. The psychotherapeutic modalities I use in treatment are Solution Focused Therapy, Emotion Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Experiential Therapy, Object Relations Therapy, and Structural and Strategic Family Therapy. Marriage and Family therapists look at the entire family system.
People were created for meaningful relationships with one another. Everyone has a unique story they want to share, and therapy provides space and openness to explore this journey. Due to our environment, culture, family background and life circumstances, we look at life through a lens that shapes our present thoughts and behaviors. The psychotherapeutic modalities I use in treatment are Solution Focused Therapy, Emotion Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Experiential Therapy, Object Relations Therapy, and Structural and Strategic Family Therapy. Marriage and Family therapists look at the entire family system.
(425) 598-0571 View (425) 598-0571
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Barefoot Therapy/Stacy Black
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, LMFTA
Verified Verified
Bothell, WA 98011  (Online Only)
Welcome to a relaxed, nonjudgmental environment. Due to my personality, children (ages 7+) including teenagers thrive in & out of sessions as well as adults. My approach to therapy is Strength Based, Collaborative, Evidence Based, & behavioral based. I incorporate these therapies in session: Cognitive Behavior, CBT+, Trauma-Focused, Narrative, Experiential and Expressive Arts, Emotional Focused and Solution-Focused.
Welcome to a relaxed, nonjudgmental environment. Due to my personality, children (ages 7+) including teenagers thrive in & out of sessions as well as adults. My approach to therapy is Strength Based, Collaborative, Evidence Based, & behavioral based. I incorporate these therapies in session: Cognitive Behavior, CBT+, Trauma-Focused, Narrative, Experiential and Expressive Arts, Emotional Focused and Solution-Focused.
(425) 212-1405 View (425) 212-1405
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Sarah Taylor
Counselor, MA, LMHCA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bothell, WA 98011
Hello! I am a client-centered therapist who believes we all have the tools and qualities to reach our goals. My role is to facilitate a safe space to share and experience your authentic self while exploring together the barriers towards healing. I have an eclectic approach, utilizing theory and interventions based on each client's individual needs including psychodynamic, systems, expressive arts, and narrative approaches.
Hello! I am a client-centered therapist who believes we all have the tools and qualities to reach our goals. My role is to facilitate a safe space to share and experience your authentic self while exploring together the barriers towards healing. I have an eclectic approach, utilizing theory and interventions based on each client's individual needs including psychodynamic, systems, expressive arts, and narrative approaches.
(425) 600-7823 View (425) 600-7823
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Tammette L Chitwood
Counselor, MS, CC, LMHCA
Verified Verified
Bothell, WA 98011
As your therapist, my goal is to provide you with a warm and welcoming environment where you are free to explore the areas of your life you wish to improve for holistic healing - physical, emotional, mental, relational, and spiritual. I offer a warm and empathetic environment as I use a person-centered approach that allows me to understand you through your own unique experiences and walk alongside you on this journey to achieve your personal goals. My primary focus is in child, individual, and couples/family counseling as well as working with neurodivergent populations using neurodiversity-affirming language and approach.
As your therapist, my goal is to provide you with a warm and welcoming environment where you are free to explore the areas of your life you wish to improve for holistic healing - physical, emotional, mental, relational, and spiritual. I offer a warm and empathetic environment as I use a person-centered approach that allows me to understand you through your own unique experiences and walk alongside you on this journey to achieve your personal goals. My primary focus is in child, individual, and couples/family counseling as well as working with neurodivergent populations using neurodiversity-affirming language and approach.
(360) 583-6961 View (360) 583-6961
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Karla Zavala
Mental Health Counselor, MA, LMHC, MHP
Verified Verified
Bothell, WA 98011  (Online Only)
Hola! Starting therapy is a big step, I am glad you’re taking this step with me. As your therapist, I will provide a safe, genuine and inclusive place for you to speak your own narrative. I believe everyone has their own unique experiences worthy of being heard. If you are currently experiencing challenging times, I am here to help you cope, grow and reach your full potential. Together, we can explore what overwhelms, disempowers and makes you feel unsafe. I will encourage you to be curious about yourself, find balance and empower your authentic being.
Hola! Starting therapy is a big step, I am glad you’re taking this step with me. As your therapist, I will provide a safe, genuine and inclusive place for you to speak your own narrative. I believe everyone has their own unique experiences worthy of being heard. If you are currently experiencing challenging times, I am here to help you cope, grow and reach your full potential. Together, we can explore what overwhelms, disempowers and makes you feel unsafe. I will encourage you to be curious about yourself, find balance and empower your authentic being.
(206) 558-9319 View (206) 558-9319
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Cecily Woodard
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bothell, WA 98011  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I'm a licensed mental health counselor who provides counseling to teens and young adults. I have experience working with individuals with anxiety, depression and trauma; neurodivergent individuals and people struggling with interpersonal relationships. My goal as a person-centered therapist is to meet my client where they are and provide a safe space while holding my clients in the utmost regard with empathy and compassion. Throughout my experience, I have found that individuals who are provided a safe, welcoming, and consistent environment will be better equipped to develop healthy coping skills to overcome obstacles in their life.
I'm a licensed mental health counselor who provides counseling to teens and young adults. I have experience working with individuals with anxiety, depression and trauma; neurodivergent individuals and people struggling with interpersonal relationships. My goal as a person-centered therapist is to meet my client where they are and provide a safe space while holding my clients in the utmost regard with empathy and compassion. Throughout my experience, I have found that individuals who are provided a safe, welcoming, and consistent environment will be better equipped to develop healthy coping skills to overcome obstacles in their life.
(425) 620-2336 View (425) 620-2336
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Lisa Lopez
Counselor, MA, LMHC, CMHS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bothell, WA 98011
Not accepting new clients
Hi, I'm Lisa! I offer counseling for adults, families, teens, and children. Yes, counseling works, and you and your family can change through this process. I am great with kids and teens; it comes naturally to me. Adults appreciate my down-to-earth nature and ability to meet them where they're at. Counseling techniques I like to use: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Lifespan Integration Therapy (LI certified), Motivational Interviewing, Family Systems Therapy, and Play Therapy (for children). I provide both traditional counseling and Christian counseling, upon request of the client.
Hi, I'm Lisa! I offer counseling for adults, families, teens, and children. Yes, counseling works, and you and your family can change through this process. I am great with kids and teens; it comes naturally to me. Adults appreciate my down-to-earth nature and ability to meet them where they're at. Counseling techniques I like to use: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Lifespan Integration Therapy (LI certified), Motivational Interviewing, Family Systems Therapy, and Play Therapy (for children). I provide both traditional counseling and Christian counseling, upon request of the client.
(425) 358-4901 View (425) 358-4901
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Kim Kauffman - Thrive Child & Family Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Bothell, WA 98011
Not accepting new clients
Childhood is a sacred time yet our children are facing many challenges and choices as they try to navigate growing into the best and healthiest version of themselves. I provide support and a safe place for parents to be real about their hopes and fears and work with children in a way that celebrates their strengths. In our sessions together I will bring over 25 yrs of experience as a counselor serving children and families (outpatient & in schools) and 23 yrs of learning and personal growth raising two children. I have hand-picked each item in my therapy office to help meet the needs of my clients.
Childhood is a sacred time yet our children are facing many challenges and choices as they try to navigate growing into the best and healthiest version of themselves. I provide support and a safe place for parents to be real about their hopes and fears and work with children in a way that celebrates their strengths. In our sessions together I will bring over 25 yrs of experience as a counselor serving children and families (outpatient & in schools) and 23 yrs of learning and personal growth raising two children. I have hand-picked each item in my therapy office to help meet the needs of my clients.
(206) 222-1106 View (206) 222-1106

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Play Therapy

Who is play therapy for?

Play therapy is generally targeted to children between the ages of 3 and 11 who have social, emotional, or behavioral difficulties. Play therapy has also been found helpful for children who have experienced physical or emotional abuse or witnessed atrocities. Play therapy is also often recommended for children who are undergoing major medical procedures or who are suffering from chronic illness; many children’s hospitals are equipped to offer play therapy on-site. Play therapy is also sometimes used for adults; creative writing, music, and art are expressive forms that can all be adapted for therapeutic purposes.

Why do people need play therapy?

Children often do not have the language skills or words to know or to express what is troubling them. Yet they often spontaneously draw or use playthings to depict scenarios that reflect problems in their everyday life. Play therapy provides children with an array of objects and play situations to act out their feelings or experiences so that therapists can get a clear picture of what children might be struggling with and help them find solutions. In addition, play therapists are skilled at helping children understand their inner experience and find words for them, necessary steps toward helping children learn to control their own behavior and come up with solutions to problems they encounter.

What happens in play therapy?

A child enters a comfortable playroom where they are free to choose the objects they want to play with. The play therapist will typically observe how they play with the toys—whether a sandbox, puppets, dolls and action figures, trucks, costumes, drawing and painting materials, or more—because such play provides clues to a child’s family and social relationships, difficulties they are encountering in the world, and what going on inside themselves. Sometimes the therapist may ask the child to use the play objects to tell a story about their family. Using the same instruments of play, therapists can help children discover more advantageous ways of thinking and behaving.

What kinds of problems do play therapists treat?

Play therapy can help children who display destructive or self-destructive impulses; children who seem angry, sad, or fearful; children who experience frequent social, emotional, family, or school difficulty. Play therapy is often of value to children who have experienced a loss or distressing family experience, who are regularly exposed to family conflict, or who have been physically or emotionally abused. Play therapy can help children who are perpetrators of bullying as well as those who are targets of bullying. It helps children learn to identify their feelings, to express them in constructive ways, and to regulate them so they can get on with the business of development.

How long does play therapy last?

Play therapy sessions may last for 30 to 45 minutes, and they usually occur weekly for about 20 sessions. Each session is tailored to the individual child and the kinds of problems they are struggling with. Play that is highly repetitive often indicates a problem requiring further exploration. Therapists typically measure progress through session-to-session changes in play behavior.