Therapists in 98117
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Megan B Kessler
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified
Verified
I have extensive experience with supporting people process the loss of a child or a pregnancy. I specialize in helping parents who have a child with special needs, medical trauma or learning disabilities. All of these life events bring with it sadness, grief and anger. It is so common to feel alone and isolated and like you are the only one who has ever experienced these challenges. It is so hard to not have answers of what the future holds and to grieve what you thought your life would look like. It is normal to feel depressed, anxious and overwhelmed. These are things that I can help you process through therapy.
Caitlin MacKintosh
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFTA
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I work with individuals and couples who are ready to do the hard work of creating change. I believe all people have the capacity to slow down and be more mindful; both in how we talk to ourselves and others, and in how we choose our next steps. I support the process of creating helpful coping skills and affirmations, while also getting to the root of what created the thoughts and behavior in the first place. Patterns of behavior are often carried out unintentionally, and learned at a young age. Understanding the past gives clarity to the present. A clearer present allows us to build a life with more intention and purpose.
Caroline Petters
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFTA
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My approach is rooted in the belief that how we relate to ourselves mirrors how we experience life and develop relationships. Not many of us were taught how to compassionately attend to our painful feelings, critical thoughts, or impulsive behaviors. Instead, we may have been scolded, shamed, or sent away for showing big feelings such as anger or sadness, praised for being self-reliant, or withdrawn from by parents who did not have the capacity to be with our feelings. When we can begin to shift from judgment and avoidance of the parts of ourselves that we may not approve of to curiosity; healing can begin.
Not accepting new clients
Agnes Kwong
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
5 Endorsed
Verified
5 Endorsed
[My schedule is full. Please contact my group practice's Get In Touch form to see if other clinicians may have openings] You may be considering therapy because you feel stuck or dissatisfied about some parts of your life. You might be aware of the person you want to be and can be, but something is getting in the way of that and you would like to understand what. Or, you might need a place to talk about difficult experiences so you can make sense of them. As someone who truly believes in the healing power of therapy, I am glad you are considering it as a way of reaching your potential, regardless of whom you choose as your therapist.
Not accepting new clients
Jennifer Jacyszyn
Counselor, MA, LMHC, NCC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Working with the thoughts and feelings you're holding on the inside really can help loosen their grip on you. I help people manage things like stress, anxiety, depression, ferocious inner critics and the effects of trauma-- whether recent or experienced earlier in life. We'll focus on finding you some symptom relief in addition to deeper understanding and healing in an open, accepting place for self-exploration and growth.
Waitlist for new clients
Tereza Jelenova
Counselor, MA, LMHC, LPC
Verified
7 Endorsed
Verified
7 Endorsed
Have you been feeling detached from your life? Are you ready to feel more connected but unsure how to get there? Perhaps I can be of service. Contact me so that we can start exploring patterns that are no longer serving you. Whether it is learning to sit with uncomfortable emotions, processing grief and loss, or developing tools to handle depression and anxiety, my goal is to support you in your process. I am licensed in both Washington a Oregon and work via Telehealth (virtual counseling). Please know that I currently see clients via secure online portal and do not offer in office sessions.
Shayla Nawrocki
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFTA, MHP
Verified
5 Endorsed
Verified
5 Endorsed
“A walk in nature, walks the soul back home”- Mary Davis. Do you feel happiest and most like yourself when you slow down and enter nature to smell the sweet air, talk to the majestic trees, listen to the wisdom of the wind, feel the energy of Earth below your feet, and make space to marvel at the world? You are not alone. Just like you, I believe that nature is the path to greater wellbeing. Our work together revolves around discovering your root issues and traumas as well as connecting to the Earth, using Her wisdom as a guide to cultivate self-discovery, intuition, innate healing, and connecting to your unique life spark.
Carla Grace
Counselor, LMHC, LPC, DBTC, CAMF
Verified
Verified
Hi, my name is Carla Grace. My therapeutic style is interactive, inclusive and supportive. I facilitate my client's exploration of the root of traumatic events from a nurturing and empowering perspective. I view the healing process as a sacred and vulnerable experience and create a safe and empowering environment for exploration and healing. Initially, I help the client create supportive scaffolding by identifying and implementing healthy effective coping skills and identifying triggers. It is a privilege to walk alongside a person through their healing journey.
Bil Kareta
Counselor, MAPC, LMHC, SD
Verified
Verified
Life is a difficult and confusing journey for all of us. Occasionally we get "stuck" along the path. Sometimes that growth is blocked because of issues, patterns and behaviors from the past which affect the way we feel, do or react in the present. If you are experiencing issues such as depression, anxiety, stress and relationship concerns. I can offer you: a combination of heart, skill, and understanding to help you find your own solutions to these problems that face you. Through the use of solution-oriented, emotionally focused, and reality based techniques, can help you and your relationships overcome obstacles and achieve your goals.
Dawn Dickson Psychotherapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, OSW-C
Verified
Verified
Choosing the right therapist is important. I have twenty-four years experience providing counseling, therapy, and group process in multiple settings. I provide respectful, compassionate, and nonjudgmental psychotherapy where engaging in authentic dialogue can lead to lasting change. If you are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, depressed, anxious, or stressed, I believe you can change your life and become whole and happy. I provide Jungian therapy to individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, life transitions, grief, trauma, and relationship concerns. Inner work can be transformational allowing one to release old ways of being.
Brenda Xu
Counselor, MA, LMHCA
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I work with individuals 16+ and couples who would like to dive deeper into understanding themselves and how they relate to others. Perhaps you're having difficulty balancing work, relationships, or establishing healthy boundaries. You might be feeling stuck in a life path that is no longer serving you, and are struggling to see a way to change your situation. You may also be succeeding in various aspects of life, but would like some guidance to help you thrive in other areas. We can work together to find ways that allow you to move through life more intentionally and show up as your authentic self.
Waitlist for new clients
Dongwon Park
Counselor, LMHCA, MAC, MDiv
Verified
Verified
Are you struggling with loneliness, conflicts, burdens from the past, troublesome behaviors, and cultural baggage? Maybe there are strong feelings you long to process or you are in the middle of a relationship that seeks reconciliation. These experiences can leave you with anxiety, confusion, and stress. If you are seeking a person who would listen to your stories, I want to create a safe space and time with you.
Jan Santora-Farrar
Counselor, MA, LMHC, EMDR, BSP, CTC
Verified
Verified
Psychotherapy and counseling for individuals and groups regarding life issues: work, aging, health, body, personal relationships, finances and experiencing the Self. My integrative approach can reduce anxiety and depression; move blocked cellular energy; heal loss and grief; transform relationship. Coping skills are formed early to survive in family-of-origin and the culture. As we age, these coping skills become less adaptive, causing pain. Successful transition through life involves changing our ways of coping to keep what works and release what does not, replacing with skills which enhance life.
Sarah Lynne Poole
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BA, MSW, LSWAIC
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Seeking support from a therapist can be intimidating and challenging. I am so glad you are taking the first step. Are you struggling with with body-image, sexuality, disordered eating, anxiety, depression, PTSD or self-harm? Are you and your partner challenged with with desire discrepancy, communication, intimacy, sexuality & connection? Regardless of what you want to work on in therapy, I treat my clients with respect, compassion, and empathy. In session you can expect active and reflective listening, compassionate curiosity and authentic observations.
The Healing Linck - Madison Linck
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMHC, LSWAIC, MSW
Verified
Verified
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS: INDIVIDUALS & COUPLES! As a therapist, I don’t think therapy should be too stiff. We will build a therapeutic relationship by getting to know each other and building trust. I will be direct, compassionate, and challenge you (gently). I’m a regular person. You may hear me use a cuss word or a few or a lot. I will laugh at your jokes and I would love to meet your pets! Since I provide online therapy, that’s actually possible. I will show you how to be vulnerable and authentic by being that way myself. I will give you direct feedback. You can say whatever you want and I will listen without judgement!
Anna Rhodes
Counselor, MA, LMHC, LMFTA
Verified
Verified
I am an interactive, solution-focused therapist dedicated to providing psychotherapy, EMDR, counseling, education, and support services to individuals, couples and professionals. I specialize in areas regarding the impact of stress, illness and loss, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, post-traumatic stress, life transitions, phobias, conflict resolution and all areas pertaining to creating and maintaining healthy relationships. Clients experience support, practical feedback, empathy, and insight to help them address life's challenges.
Waitlist for new clients
Jordan Brand
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Our stories contain places of both profound beauty and deep pain. Maybe you're feeling stuck in the places of pain. Maybe it feels difficult to see any beauty at all, and the hope for things to be different feels fleeting at best. It is my hope that through building a safe trusting relationship, we can work together to bring greater flourishing and holistic healing in your relationship with yourself and with others. I enjoy working with all ages utilizing an attachment theory and family systems theory framework while integrating elements from modalities such as Emotion-Focused Therapy and behavioral therapies such as CBT.
Not accepting new clients
Ann De Lancey
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Working together we can help you with what gets you into trouble, being stuck, a loss, difficulties in a relationship, and achieving your goals. If you are a parent, we will work together to reestablish optimal development and family functioning. Therapy works in many ways. It helps us surrender unhelpful ways of protecting ourselves, learn how to be increasingly self-reflective, develop greater capacities to repair ourselves and our relationships, and augment resilience and happiness. I believe that the deepest understanding and change comes from knowing oneself better, becoming increasingly self-reflective, and experiencing oneself differently in the context of a relationship.
Katie Ribera
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, LMHCA
Verified
Verified
You are likely searching for a therapist because there is something in your life that is not working well. You may be feeling overwhelmed, distressed, hopeless, or noticing things in your life or in your relationships that you no longer find satisfying. Therapy provides time to consider who you are; it is a collaborative conversation that helps you to explore the ways your experiences have shaped your beliefs, feelings, and assumptions, and to identify the factors which prevent you from making the changes you desire in your life.
Michael Kulfan
Psychologist, PsyD, MS
Verified
Verified
The primary focus of my work is providing diagnostic, neuropsychological, psycho-educational, and psychological assessments and intervention planning for children, adolescents, and families. Assessment services are available to most school-aged children, teenagers, and young adults. I offer psychotherapeutic services to children, adolescents and young adults with social, emotional and behavioral challenges and a wide range of diagnostic issues including (but not limited to): Depression, ADHD, Anxiety Disorders, Issues related to Sexual Identity, Autism Spectrum Disorders, OCD, and Tourette's Syndrome. I use evidence-based treatments (including CBT) and incorporate various therapeutic styles in my work with children and families.
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What type of 98117 mental health professional is right for me?
While most types of therapy have a lot in common, they also fall into clusters that share core features, such as cognitive therapies or psychodynamic approaches. It is important to seek someone who practices evidence-based therapy, meaning one or more forms of treatment that have been scientifically evaluated and tested, and demonstrate consistent improvement for a majority of patients.
If you are unsure about choosing the right therapist, it might be useful to first learn more about therapy types and modalities.
If you are unsure about choosing the right therapist, it might be useful to first learn more about therapy types and modalities.
How to find a therapist in 98117?
When looking to find a therapist, it is certainly important to consider training and credentials. Studies also indicate that the therapeutic alliance, or the relationship the client develops with the therapist, is an important factor in their ability to work together to achieve the client’s goals.
What method of therapy is right for me?
When it comes to treatment methods, there's no 'right way.’ Each method of therapy can be beneficial for a variety of issues. Finding a psychologist or therapist who is a good fit for you is the most important step to discovering what type of therapy, or combination of therapeutic approaches, will meet your individual needs. Learn what to expect from different types of therapy and how they work.
How to use my insurance?
Understanding cost and insurance coverage is an important concern for many people. With some basic research and conversations with prospective therapists, you should be able to have a good understanding of the best way to afford therapy.