"Maybe anxiety, depression, and self-defeating thoughts are all trying to communicate something important. I offer a space, a process and an eclectic blend of therapeutic modalities to help you listen differently. Letting go, giving yourself what you truly need, and allowing change is often easier said than done; but it is possible."

"If you have struggled to find a therapist who understands the intersection of race/ethnicity, culture, and sexuality can have on your life and your mental health. If you're feeling lonely, depressed, and lost and confused about who you are. I want you to know that there is hope for you and you can make changes towards understanding all of you. You can boldly discover your inner self and find healing through discovery of your personal strengths and embracing what makes you unique."

"My patients are usually hard working adults who have run into some tough times or are experiencing difficult emotional issues such as anxiety, depression, grief, relationship problems or professional stress. I also help patients identify and treat addictions. My style is warm, collaborative and supportive, but also forward-moving and goal oriented. My work encourages healing, growth and making practical, lasting and positive change in your life. I primarily use evidence-based cognitive behavioral and mindfulness therapies such as ACT and DBT. My practice is culturally inclusive and LGBTQ friendly."

"I believe in the importance of providing a therapeutic environment that is safe, supportive and non-judgmental. As a therapist, I am actively involved helping clients explore issues to gain new understanding, identify strengths, and learn coping skills. Additionally, I work to be genuine, accepting and empathic because my experience has been clients are better able to make healthy changes when these factors are present. I am comfortable working with a range of clinical issues including trauma, depression, anxiety, chronic pain, relationship difficulties and addiction. I am experienced working with diverse ethnic, racial, and socio-economic client populations."

"As your therapist, I will work with you in order to alleviate suffering and develop insight. Sessions take place in a confidential and safe space where you will be met with empathy, compassion, and acceptance. I believe people can change and that times of crisis may offer the opportunity to experience new ways of being in the world, new relationships, and a more authentic and meaningful life. Professional membership and affiliation: -The Alliance for Psychoanalytic Study: Member of the Education Committee - Northwestern Psychoanalytic Society & Institute - PSG Psychotherapy Network - The Center for Object Relations - Northwest Family Development Center"

"Whether you are dealing with stressors related to past trauma or current life challenges, you don't have to work through the emotional struggles alone. As we face complex challenges unique to the multiple roles that we hold in your life, it's easy to get lost in everyday responsibilities, ignoring the potential warning signs of depression and anxiety. If you find yourself feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, angry, restless, racing thoughts, exhausted, stressed; give yourself permission to heal and take a mindful approach to an awake and poised you."

"I am a licensed psychologist with more than 15 years of experience treating clients with anxiety, chronic pain, substance dependence, chronic illness, trauma, depression, mania, and relationship concerns."

"It takes strength and courage to face your problems head on yet, if we don't we will only continue to live in doubt of ourselves and the world around us. Starting therapy is not an easy choice but, hiding behind our fears will ultimately just leave us feeling stuck. I believe we all have a warrior inside of us that can get us through anything life has to offer and I would like to be a part of the process in your discovery of this internal strength."

"If what you are doing is no longer working then it's time to do something different. Research shows that clients have therapeutic success with multiple approaches and theories. Therefore my approach integrates different therapeutic styles and techniques. I specialize in sexual addiction, spiritual direction and spiritual and person-centered therapies. I will help you understand yourself better so you may have happier relationships, communicate better, build true intimacy and restore trust. I will provide a safe and sacred place for you in which to explore your needs, frustrations, fears and as importantly your joys and successes!"

"What hurts? You are bright, inquisitive, sensitive. You desire wholeness and fulfillment for yourself along with healthy relationships with important people in your life. Yet you may have experienced past traumas or losses in life that seem to keep you stuck, or you find that you are repeating the same patterns or are attracting the wrong people. You may feel anxious or depressed, and you want to know why, and how to find relief. I can help you unravel destructive stories from the past and lay out new pathways to your 'becoming'."

"I help people emerge from patterns of inner chaos. Beyond coping, we can work together to support meaningful transformation from the nervous system up. Previous overwhelming or under-nourishing experiences can leave you feeling divorced from your body and distant from the present moment. I can help you come out of the stress cycles of fight, flight and freeze and gain a new sense of self-knowing and self-trust. As your nervous system settles and resilient rhythms return, you can enter the wilderness of your inner life with less fear and more curiosity."

"My background balances research-driven and scientifically minded psychology with a holistic, systemic, and presence-based approach to therapy. I use this background to help my clients expand their understanding of self by tuning in to the notes of their experience they may not be used to hearing. For some that may look like guiding a highly cognitive person into their emotional world, and for others that may look like guiding a highly emotive person into a new way of thinking. But whatever patterns you find yourself in, I can be a guide in expanding your range."

"My approach to counseling is evidence based and client-centered. I hold the belief that every person is inherently good, lovable, capable, and resilient; thus, I draw upon the client's perception and wisdom to inform the use of interventions. I believe in the importance of meeting each individual where they are at, and working collaboratively with clients to reach their goals."

"I have been counseling since 1981 and opened my private practice in 1988. I have expertise in working with individuals around their history of sexual victimization, people healing from trauma and LGBTQ life issues. I also specialize in working with couples whether poly, open, heterosexual and/or gay. Included within my expertise is the breadth of issues surrounding sexuality and attachment. I also specialize in helping people become aware of and channel their emotions in a healthy way. Moreover, people who are grappling with existential issues, developmental transitions or life changes find meaning in working with me as well."

"I am an integrative therapist serving individuals and couples, and maintain a private practice in both the historic Pioneer Square neighborhood of Seattle, WA and Bellingham, WA. While I have extensive experience in the specialization of eating disorders, issues related to food, physical wellness, and body image, I am currently serving as a private practitioner and work with a broad spectrum of clients."

"Seeking therapy can feel scary, but I believe it is a courageous and empowering step. I believe that everyone can benefit from therapy and that therapy can be a means for personal growth. I have a family systems approach to my counseling, that is, I see how our upbringing shaped and molded us into who we are today. I believe that some of the difficulties we have with others is rooted in the learned relationships we have with our family members."

"The decision to pursue psychotherapy, counseling or life coaching is an important and personal one. I offer a free 20-minute phone consultation to help you decide if the services that I provide will meet your needs. As a therapist, I will offer you an objective perspective and a safe environment for you to explore the aspects of your life that are challenging or creating you hardship. My primary goal is to help you to internalize your optimal values & innate strengths to empower you and enable you to live the life you desire and deserve."

"My path to the study of nutrition and counseling began in 2008 when my doctor helped me realize the connection between my mood and my choices in food. She suggested a dietary shift that changed my life. After many years of study and clinical work I've learned many other ways to help the brain and body through nutrition and counseling. From 2012-2014 I worked as an intern therapist at Seattle Counseling Service where I taught an ongoing Food & Mood group. Since then I have worked in private practice helping people with food and mental health issues."

"I am passionate about providing a safe and nonjudgmental place for you to grow, discover your voice and live the life you want. I tailor my approach to each individual client based on your interests, needs and goals that we discuss together."

"I work with men, women and couples who have been affected by unwanted sexual behavior, be that pornography, affairs, or buying sex. I've found that these behaviors offer a sense of escape from the difficulties of life, but far more, they attempt to ruin the aspects of our lives that hold the most potential for goodness - your family, relationships, and identity. The struggles we face are not random or capricious. Therapy will explore the unique reasons that set up your behavior and journey with you into a new, desired future."