"Skilled therapy is a collaborative process between client and therapist in which we identify individual strengths and skills, as well as the challenges that bring the client to therapy. My approach is an integration of support, respect, and sometimes challenging feedback towards personal growth, balanced living, improved relationships, and emotional stability. Areas of focus in my practice for improving psychological well-being include self-esteem challenges, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, mid-life transitions, grief and loss, codependency, and stress management."

"Thank you for considering me as a safe and trusted person to walk alongside you in your journey. I am here for you, to create a judgment free space for personal exploration and growth. Working together we can build strength to face painful truths that are hurting you and your relationship. We can work to give you freedom to see yourself and find the happiness you deserve. "

"I am experienced in individual and family therapy and utilize evidence based practices along with empathy, collaboration and humor to address your unique concerns, needs and circumstances. I have a wide range of experience with many different issues, including depression, anxiety, substance use disorders, trauma, grief and loss, relationship struggles, behavioral issues and parenting skills. I primarily work with clients from school age to middle adulthood. "

"We all have our challenges in life and sometimes we need a little (or a lot) of help to get through. You are not alone, I can help. Therapy can take on a wide variety of forms depending on each client's individual needs and preferences. My job as a therapist is to create a safe, nonjudgmental environment in which to facilitate change and help you reach your goals."

"I am a marriage and family therapist. I specialize in working with PTSD, complex trauma and couples therapy. My desire is to create a safe space that will provide a gateway to hope and an invitation to believe in yourself and your worthiness to be happy, loved, and respected. It is important to me to support a feeling of safety and of honoring and respecting that you are totally in control of what happens, while providing the utmost confidence in my knowledge and level of skill in working in these areas. I will also be happy to curate sessions that meet your unique spiritual goals, if desired."

"Perhaps you’re starting something new… Or ending something long-standing in your life. You’ve exited a relationship or have begun work in a new setting. You’re overwhelmed by symptoms or situations that feel beyond your control and simply need a place of rest. A place to recharge yourself, step back and then come back to the task-at-hand renewed. You may be new to therapy or have had multiple counselors in the past. Your symptoms may range from frequent anxiety and past regret to significant apathy and depression, or even past traumas that you’d like to sort through and find some sense of dealing with them in your current life."

"Are you feeling down? Have you noticed yourself being irritable or anxious for reasons you can't fully explain? You might be like most of my clients - a normally well adjusted, intelligent person, struggling with anxiety or depression. For people like you, counseling really works. If you try counseling, you will know if its working within the first 3-5 sessions. Some people need just a handful of sessions to get back to their old selves, others choose to stay involved to deepen their growth. Whichever you choose is up to you, but taking the first step is most important."

"Are you looking for a therapist that thinks outside of the box? I combine art and other creative therapies with talk therapy to enhance the therapeutic process. My passion is helping others discover the depths of their strength and resiliency. Do you feel like you are struggling in one or more areas of your life? I can help..."

"My experience is primarily with children, young adults and couples. I also work with depression, anxiety and traumatic experiences. I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy and have extensive training in couples counseling techniques. I enjoy humor and like to use it in therapy when appropriate."

"Do You Want the Pain to Stop? From time to time, life gives us difficult issues. Having someone who will listen, and who has the ability to offer useful guidance, can be helpful. We work together to end your turmoil and pain in as brief amount of time as possible. Gaining new insights and skills can help resolve tough issues, even long-standing ones. - Please Share Your Story With Me - The issues in our lives that cause us emotional pain or that we struggle with fall into some general categories."

"You're here. You may be feeling overwhelmed, stressed or even lonely. You don't have to do it alone. I provide a safe and supportive environment to discuss your concerns, discover your inner strengths and resources, and develop goals that focus on what matters most to you. I believe counseling is a collaborative relationship built on trust, authenticity and empathy. My goal is to help you get to a place of wellness and understanding. In my practice, I am very passionate about mental health issues or trauma impacting pregnant/postpartum women and their families. I also provide services for: anxiety, PTSD/trauma, teens, and OCD. "

"I deeply enjoy being a therapist and working with all types of people. Relationship issues and eating disorders are a couple of areas that I specialize. I have an attachment focused approach that integrates several interventions such as ACT, DBT and mindfulness."

"I am a Licensed Mental Health therapist and have had my own private practice for 14 years. I have worked with children, adolescents and families for 20 years. I received my Masters in Mental Health Counseling from Gonzaga University and I utilize cognitive behavioral therapy, family systems, and art/ sand tray therapy for children. I see therapy as creating a safe atmosphere to explore awareness and affirm the unique gifts of individuals toward healing and wholeness. Visit my website at www.marycaruso.com"

"I believe that clients succeed best when they feel respected, heard, and understood. I work to create an open and comfortable place where clients can work through their struggles to better their lives. I will work to empower you to help you become stronger in your life by working through difficulties, helping you to move forward with fulfillment and joy. I work to help you understand what drives you and normalize your emotional experience with empathy and understanding. "

"I specialize in couple and family therapy, and in working with college students. I also work with individuals experiencing professional burnout, depression, anxiety, and life transitions. My style is authentic and practical. I work collaboratively with you to help you gain clarity, perhaps think differently, and ultimately improve your quality of life. I use clinical methods informed by neuroscience that bring about symptom resolution and coherence."

"Therapy is a time of discovering who you truly are and how to live with more freedom, creativity, and enjoyment in relationships. I work hard to create a safe, collaborative environment where we can explore the physical, emotional, and relational issues that cause distress in your life. I will work with you to restore a sense of hope and empowerment in your life. Through our time together, you can learn how to change your unwanted behaviors, manage life's difficult emotions and stresses, and develop a sense of voice and freedom in your relationships. For more info - www.korucounseling.org"

"I enjoy working with a variety of different people. I became a counselor because I believe in the fundamental ability of people to change. I am here to help guide and facilitate that change in a safe, non-judgemental environment. I especially enjoy working with people going through major life transitions and those coping with grief/loss. I believe strongly in the power of hope... that despite our darkest days, hope is on the horizon."

"If you are looking to make changes, or to improve certain areas of your life (relationships, self esteem, family), counseling is a great way to get started. I have worked with a variety of people with varying concerns, but feel that I am particularly experienced in working with those who are struggling with depression, anxiety, or trauma, are attempting to improve interpersonal relationships, or identify solutions. I enjoy working with children, teens, college students, women, and families. I highly value the counseling relationship and feel it is a place of respect, acceptance, and compassion."

"James has served Spokane for over thirty years. He is dually licensed as a Mental Health Counselor and Marriage and Family Therapist. He holds a Washington State designation as a Child Mental Health Specialist. He is a National Certified Counselor and a Clinical Fellow of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapists. Evening and some Saturday appointments are available."