Therapists in 98109

Whether you're grappling with overwhelming emotions, seeking clarity in the midst of chaos, or simply longing for someone to share your burdens with, I'm here to offer support and guidance. Together, we'll unpack the layers of your story, identify patterns that may be holding you back, and co-create personalized strategies to help you move towards greater clarity, resilience, and well-being. While I draw from several theories in my work, I tailor each session to your needs. Mainly, I work from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Person-Centered Therapy, and feminist/system based theory. I also incorporate somatics and mindfulness.

Do you struggle to feel arousal or pleasure during sex? Have you lost the sexual spark and excitement in your relationship? Do you struggle with desires, thoughts, and behaviors that you feel as though you can’t share with others for fear of shame, stigma, ignorance, or violence? Have you struggled to understand yourself as a sexual being due to stigmatizing beliefs and messages? Navigating the nuances of relationships, sex, sexual health, sexual identity, and gender identity can be difficult and exhausting on its own. Through open-minded, compassionate, and culturally competent care, I am committed to help you meet your goals.

Now accepting Premera, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, and LifeWise! Whatever forms of hardship we may be experiencing, it takes courage and commitment to seek positive change. Therapy is just one of many ways to express this courage and to process experiences in life. I provide a safe and supportive space rooted in the foundation of collaboration and compassion for you to reflect, discover, and receive support. I am a dedicated Licensed Mental Health Clinician Associate and am Nationally Certified to provide support to those seeking therapy services in Washington State.

Now accepting new clients! Immediate early morning availability! I believe that everyone can develop the skills necessary to live the life they’ve always wanted, and it begins with their mental health. My goal as a therapist is to help clients explore their past, their patterns of thinking, and their behaviors in order to adapt and overcome their trauma. Using an individualized and integrative approach, clients will develop the skills needed to reach their goals and become drivers of change. I often use EMDR as a therapy modality and would be happy to discuss how EMDR can help you heal!

Our bodies hold deep wisdom, but for many, as the result of trauma, relationship wounds, and oppression, that connection gets interrupted. This means we learn to ignore our needs, wants, and feelings, and turn to strategies such as perfectionism, eating disorders, and dissociation to help manage. You might notice you have difficulty connecting to your feelings or feel overwhelmed by them, and while people might think you are “ok” on the outside, it feels much different on the inside. I believe that healing this disconnection can happen in the context of a safe, supportive relationship, like therapy.

Every journey is unique. My person-centered, culturally conscious, approach to therapy aims to honor every individual’s personal path that leads them to today. My therapeutic method is based in Drama Therapy, emphasizing the collaborative nature of the therapeutic relationship. With Drama Therapy, we utilize story and embodiment to connect to our feelings, ourselves, and the world and relationships around us. I offer a holistic approach to therapy that leans into clients' strengths and creativity to set goals and enhance individual abilities and 'tool kits' to cope with struggles and explore new paths and potential solutions.

I'm accepting new in-person clients at Mindful Therapy Group's Fremont location on Tuesdays to Fridays. I work with folks from ages 16 to 35. My main focus is adolescents and young adults. I use nontraditional approaches such as expressive arts therapy, poetry writing, and narrative therapy. I believe one of the bravest things you can do is begin to understand your story and how you came be the way you are today. So, are you a creative person who feels stuck with the rigid expectations of school or work stressors? Together, we can identify your internal strengths and what motivates you to form a path to healing and anxiety relief.

You find yourself repeating the same cycles but can’t figure out how to break free. Your relationship is strained, or you struggle to pick the ‘right’ person. Perhaps, you’re in a time of transition and feel unanchored or dysregulated. Whatever the reason, you’re here because something needs to change. You’re ready to create a better, more fulfilling life for yourself.

Life can be challenging and stressful. Therapy is a place where you safely address and process through your internal responses to life’s obstacles. If you feel out of touch with your authentic self, problems can seem insurmountable. I work with individuals to explore and develop insight around your own thought patterns and responses to life events. We work together to overcome those things that are stopping you from having a full life and bring you into alignment with your authentic self.

I work with people who have been deeply hurt and heartbroken. I work with those who have suffered loss and abandonment. I work with those who have learned to survive in the best ways they know how, but may be coming to a place where these survival skills just don't seem to be working anymore. I offer a safe space for you to begin where you are; even if you don't quite know exactly what it is that you need, we can explore that together.

Accepting New Clients in MID-JUNE 2024. Are you looking for a compassionate and socially conscious therapist who provides trauma-informed care? Then we might be a good fit to work together! Sometimes we need guidance to resolve our conflicts and difficulties. Talking through our thoughts and putting words to our deeply held emotions can give us a sense of relief, clarity, and direction. This is what I offer in therapy.

I approach my counseling with a belief that all children and young people have the potential to make positive change for themselves and for the world around them. I adapt my therapeutic approach to the client but often utilize strength-based counseling, positive talk therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy techniques to encourage personal growth while I coach and help guide the way. I believe counseling has the power to change the direction of your life, by developing techniques, skills, and perspective that builds confidence and creates social emotional growth that lasts a lifetime.

Accepting new patients as of 06/01/2024. Now offering EMDR&Brainspotting Intensives (weekend/in-person appointments). I'm here to help you reclaim your life from the effects of depression, anxiety, and trauma and assist you on your journey towards self-discovery, personal growth, and improved performance in all aspects of life. Whether you're an athlete aiming to excel, an individual seeking self-awareness, or someone desiring fulfilling relationships, I am passionate about guiding you towards a meaningful and fulfilling life. We'll work together to overcome past experiences, unlock your full potential, and achieve your goals.

I'm a solution-focused, results-oriented counselor with a passion for helping people in the most efficient yet comprehensive manner possible. My clients and I identify opportunities for growth in all three aspects of mental health: behaviors, thoughts and emotions. I then suggest evidence-based treatment methods to match our specified goals. This often includes lifestyle change, healthy habit formation and cognitive therapy. Most often, I work with clients' present-day experiences, with less focus on the past. Many of my clients tell me that traditional talk therapy has not worked for them, and they want to try something different.

I help my clients address their anger, relationship conflict, trauma, codependency, depression and breaking cycles of generational trauma. Together, we can figure out what to do with the resentment, frustration, or loneliness you might feel. I will bring into session my honesty and respect for you. I believe you deserve a place free of judgment or expectations. In that safety, my clients will often interact with the root of the conflict in their lives, their patterns, and their emotional experiences.

Please note: I'm only accepting new client couples or families at this time. On your journey of self-improvement, I hope to provide you with a safe and empathetic space to be your most authentic self. Both past and present challenges can affect individuals in so many different and powerful ways. Through building a genuine and collaborative therapeutic relationship, I hope to help you explore your life experiences in an environment free from judgement or assumption. While therapy can be challenging, we will work together to unpack internalized burdens and emotions, leading to increased clarity and sense of purpose.

Have you ever felt alone or misunderstood, or perhaps you're feeling stuck? As a compassionate therapist, you've already taken the brave first step by seeking help. Welcome! I'm Halima, and I'm grateful for your presence here. With a background rooted in empathy and cultural understanding as a Muslim Somali woman, I'm dedicated to creating a nurturing and safe space for healing. Every individual deserves a therapist who understands their unique journey and honors their cultural background. My approach emphasizes acceptance and empowerment, recognizing the significance of both past experiences and present goals in your journey.

The fear that takes you down rabbit-holes, all-consuming obsessions, compulsions, avoidance, & hours of spiraling. Thoughts that you may know are illogical but feel SO real and rob you from a value-driven life. I want you to know that you're not alone, it's not your fault, & there is hope. You are not destined to live a life controlled by worry, panic, & fear. Your thoughts do NOT represent who you are! You will receive acceptance & nonjudgement in our sessions. Your fears & insecurities are safe here! I specialize in treating OCD, anxiety, low self worth, and phobias. As someone who has personally experienced these, I get it!

Boundaries, communication, self-advocacy are my specialities with adult clients. Many of the clients I see begin therapy with a good amount of insight into what's going on with them but uncertainty and confusion over what to do about it or what to change. Many struggle in their social or romantic relationships, managing work related stress, or say they feel depressed, stressed, or sad. Often, they may be doing very well in one or more areas of their lives but struggle to feel their best in another area.