Adoption Therapists in Langley, WA
Nancy M Kaplan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, DCSW
Verified Verified
Langley, WA 98260
Waitlist for new clients
My special interests include working with multi-cultural clients, child guidance work, divorce counseling, adoption and foster care issues, mediation, and work with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, and stress.
I have many years experience counseling children, youth, and adults. I work with individuals, couples, families, and groups. I am also experienced in working with people from multi-cultural backgrounds. I offer a broad spectrum of approaches to help you understand yourself and make positive changes that will make your life a more fulfilling experience. I use a variety of techniques including psychodynamic, behavioral, and cognitive therapy as well as mediation and conflict resolution techniques.
My special interests include working with multi-cultural clients, child guidance work, divorce counseling, adoption and foster care issues, mediation, and work with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, and stress.
I have many years experience counseling children, youth, and adults. I work with individuals, couples, families, and groups. I am also experienced in working with people from multi-cultural backgrounds. I offer a broad spectrum of approaches to help you understand yourself and make positive changes that will make your life a more fulfilling experience. I use a variety of techniques including psychodynamic, behavioral, and cognitive therapy as well as mediation and conflict resolution techniques.
Accepting new clients. Is conversations with loved ones leaving you feeling hurt, misunderstood or sad? I am here to support you to better communicate your needs and to navigate through challenging periods in your relationships. I support individuals, families and couples to better understand the patterns in their relationships that may be the cause of stress, anxiety or unhappiness. I enjoy working with blended families as well as queer families. I’m a first generation immigrant and enjoy supporting other immigrants with acculturation as well as parenting.
Accepting new clients. Is conversations with loved ones leaving you feeling hurt, misunderstood or sad? I am here to support you to better communicate your needs and to navigate through challenging periods in your relationships. I support individuals, families and couples to better understand the patterns in their relationships that may be the cause of stress, anxiety or unhappiness. I enjoy working with blended families as well as queer families. I’m a first generation immigrant and enjoy supporting other immigrants with acculturation as well as parenting.
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I have specific experience working with individuals and families who have experienced:
Anxiety, Depression, Relationship Problems (divorce/separation/child reunification), Adjustment Disorders, Domestic and Dating Violence, Sexual Assault, Adults Molested as Children, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Personality Disorders, Adoption and Foster Care Issues.
I have been working with families and individuals in the behavioral health field since 1998. I was originally licensed in California after completing my Masters Degree in Counseling and meeting California's thorough and rigid licensing requirements in 2005. In 2007 I received my license in Washington. I value the Therapist/Client relationship and promote a safe and validating environment to heal and process through life's difficult times. I have worked in a variety of settings and with a multitude of populations and challenges. I have faith in people's ability to change and overcome challenges and adversity.
I have specific experience working with individuals and families who have experienced:
Anxiety, Depression, Relationship Problems (divorce/separation/child reunification), Adjustment Disorders, Domestic and Dating Violence, Sexual Assault, Adults Molested as Children, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Personality Disorders, Adoption and Foster Care Issues.
I have been working with families and individuals in the behavioral health field since 1998. I was originally licensed in California after completing my Masters Degree in Counseling and meeting California's thorough and rigid licensing requirements in 2005. In 2007 I received my license in Washington. I value the Therapist/Client relationship and promote a safe and validating environment to heal and process through life's difficult times. I have worked in a variety of settings and with a multitude of populations and challenges. I have faith in people's ability to change and overcome challenges and adversity.
As a multicultural therapist, I help individuals and couples recognize how institutions of power, environment, family dynamics and personal histories influence and shape identity, values and decision making. My approach supports clients to identify and challenge narratives negatively impacting their life, allowing them to uncover their path for transformation. I work with individuals and couples of all identities and relationship types, who are wanting a change and a desire to deepen their awareness and connection, work through trauma, explore setbacks, and build a safe space for liberation, empowerment, and resilience.
As a multicultural therapist, I help individuals and couples recognize how institutions of power, environment, family dynamics and personal histories influence and shape identity, values and decision making. My approach supports clients to identify and challenge narratives negatively impacting their life, allowing them to uncover their path for transformation. I work with individuals and couples of all identities and relationship types, who are wanting a change and a desire to deepen their awareness and connection, work through trauma, explore setbacks, and build a safe space for liberation, empowerment, and resilience.
Terry Villacruz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Camano Island, WA 98282 (Online Only)
Needing help with a particular issue or concern is not a sign of weakness. In fact, I believe that reaching out for help is actually a sign of strength! As a Clinical Social Worker for more than 30 years, I would be honored to help you move through whatever it is that is holding you back from learning who your “best self” really is.
Needing help with a particular issue or concern is not a sign of weakness. In fact, I believe that reaching out for help is actually a sign of strength! As a Clinical Social Worker for more than 30 years, I would be honored to help you move through whatever it is that is holding you back from learning who your “best self” really is.
Geoffrey M. Simkins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Mukilteo, WA 98275 (Online Only)
My focus is on helping people improve themselves and help them enjoy their lives. I think sometimes to get better outcomes, if we might want to change our behaviors/thoughts/feelings. Typically I use DBT, CBT and behavioral techniques that might help us make some changes. An engaged client that puts in some effort during session and/or towards their treatment plan that usually does best. Only sees adults, over +18.
My focus is on helping people improve themselves and help them enjoy their lives. I think sometimes to get better outcomes, if we might want to change our behaviors/thoughts/feelings. Typically I use DBT, CBT and behavioral techniques that might help us make some changes. An engaged client that puts in some effort during session and/or towards their treatment plan that usually does best. Only sees adults, over +18.
I draw on several approaches for treatment including EMDR, mindfulness-based CBT, and traditional talk therapy, tailoring my practice toward the needs of each person. I use a humanistic attachment lens informed by interpersonal neurobiology. I primarily work with people who have complex intersections of identity and those who have experienced trauma. The trauma may surface through symptoms of depression, anxiety, PTSD, or difficulty managing relationships. I work with a lot of individuals who have experienced complex trauma, developmental trauma, a single traumatic event, emotional neglect, and physical neglect.
I draw on several approaches for treatment including EMDR, mindfulness-based CBT, and traditional talk therapy, tailoring my practice toward the needs of each person. I use a humanistic attachment lens informed by interpersonal neurobiology. I primarily work with people who have complex intersections of identity and those who have experienced trauma. The trauma may surface through symptoms of depression, anxiety, PTSD, or difficulty managing relationships. I work with a lot of individuals who have experienced complex trauma, developmental trauma, a single traumatic event, emotional neglect, and physical neglect.
Jenna Abrams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Mukilteo, WA 98275 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Hi there! I am currently accepting new WA and NC Telehealth clients. Learning to trust someone is hard, but having to face difficult experiences alone can be even harder. I am here to help you make that journey (feel) easier, and help you grow at the same time. Using a holistic, person-centered approach, I will learn what makes you who you are, and will develop a unique treatment plan tailored to your needs. I enjoy working with individuals and couples, people of all orientations, and with military members and their families. I value support and validation but encourage solutions and change.
Hi there! I am currently accepting new WA and NC Telehealth clients. Learning to trust someone is hard, but having to face difficult experiences alone can be even harder. I am here to help you make that journey (feel) easier, and help you grow at the same time. Using a holistic, person-centered approach, I will learn what makes you who you are, and will develop a unique treatment plan tailored to your needs. I enjoy working with individuals and couples, people of all orientations, and with military members and their families. I value support and validation but encourage solutions and change.
Michelle Sells
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Mukilteo, WA 98275 (Online Only)
I have an extensive background and many years of experience working with children, teens, families, LGBTQIA+ folks, adults, and those who are retired. I have done work around complex trauma, stress, depression, anxiety, transitions, self-esteem, parenting issues, as well as a specialty in grief/loss, anticipatory grief, end of life, hospice and chronic medical issues.
I have an extensive background and many years of experience working with children, teens, families, LGBTQIA+ folks, adults, and those who are retired. I have done work around complex trauma, stress, depression, anxiety, transitions, self-esteem, parenting issues, as well as a specialty in grief/loss, anticipatory grief, end of life, hospice and chronic medical issues.
Clarity Counseling-Joan Forest LICSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, L, I, C, S, W
Verified Verified
Greenbank, WA 98253
Not accepting new clients
Each client has unique circumstances, challenges and goals, and I adapt my treatment to best fit the particular needs of the individual, couple or family. I am experienced in helping clients with difficult life transitions, depression, anxiety, PTSD, and marital problems. I am currently seeing children age five and up, teens and adults. My office is located in Greenbank, WA, and I provide telehealth as well as in person therapy.
Each client has unique circumstances, challenges and goals, and I adapt my treatment to best fit the particular needs of the individual, couple or family. I am experienced in helping clients with difficult life transitions, depression, anxiety, PTSD, and marital problems. I am currently seeing children age five and up, teens and adults. My office is located in Greenbank, WA, and I provide telehealth as well as in person therapy.
Cynthia Jolly
Counselor, MA, LMHC, AT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Mukilteo, WA 98275
Not accepting new clients
Working together to create a better now.
I am your ally in helping to break behavior and thought patterns that do not serve you. I am non-judgmental, supportive and direct in my relationships with clients and strive to always be truly present as we work to together to navigate your life's challenges.
Working together to create a better now.
I am your ally in helping to break behavior and thought patterns that do not serve you. I am non-judgmental, supportive and direct in my relationships with clients and strive to always be truly present as we work to together to navigate your life's challenges.
Online Therapists
Heather Goldy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Woodinville, WA 98072 (Online Only)
Sometimes we find ourselves stuck, facing unexpected life experiences. Without knowing which way to go or how to make sense of things, we are left seeking answers, options, and direction. I specialize in guiding people through their family-building options, fertility challenges, reproductive assistance, surrogacy, adoption, and pregnancy/postpartum adjustment. These life transitions can bring grief, loss, stress, anxiety, and depression. Together, we will work to identify your goals and increase your awareness, insight, and understanding so that life feels more manageable and fulfilling.
Sometimes we find ourselves stuck, facing unexpected life experiences. Without knowing which way to go or how to make sense of things, we are left seeking answers, options, and direction. I specialize in guiding people through their family-building options, fertility challenges, reproductive assistance, surrogacy, adoption, and pregnancy/postpartum adjustment. These life transitions can bring grief, loss, stress, anxiety, and depression. Together, we will work to identify your goals and increase your awareness, insight, and understanding so that life feels more manageable and fulfilling.
David supports individuals and groups during changes such as loss, career shifts, traumatic divorce, criminal/legal, (in)justice, parenting, co-parenting, reunification, stepparenting, adoption, aging, heartbreak, as well as partnering and marriage.
David works with clients to understand challenges, to develop specific goals, and to promote wellness using a variety of tools from therapeutic modalities including empathetic Person-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT), and Motivational Interviewing (MI). David draws from experience working with individuals and families as an educator, birth doula, Guardian ad Litem, mediator, and counselor. David is also approved by WA State to complete DVIT Domestic Violence Assessments and Treatment.
David supports individuals and groups during changes such as loss, career shifts, traumatic divorce, criminal/legal, (in)justice, parenting, co-parenting, reunification, stepparenting, adoption, aging, heartbreak, as well as partnering and marriage.
David works with clients to understand challenges, to develop specific goals, and to promote wellness using a variety of tools from therapeutic modalities including empathetic Person-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT), and Motivational Interviewing (MI). David draws from experience working with individuals and families as an educator, birth doula, Guardian ad Litem, mediator, and counselor. David is also approved by WA State to complete DVIT Domestic Violence Assessments and Treatment.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with a private practice on Mercer Island, Washington. I have experience in providing therapy for a variety of mental health concerns with children, adolescents, and adults, including those associated with adoption, depression, anxiety and trauma. My services might be particularly suited to those individuals with long-standing mental health concerns.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with a private practice on Mercer Island, Washington. I have experience in providing therapy for a variety of mental health concerns with children, adolescents, and adults, including those associated with adoption, depression, anxiety and trauma. My services might be particularly suited to those individuals with long-standing mental health concerns.
Pamela Fuller
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Bellingham, WA 98225 (Online Only)
I am passionate about supporting families (and individual adults) challenged by experiences of childhood trauma, divorce, adoption, grief, and/or other relationship ruptures.
Every parent dreams of raising their children in ways that enable them to not only survive, but to thrive. As life unfolds, parents may encounter personal difficulties, or problems related to their children, that compromise their ability to provide consistent, responsive care. They may then be susceptible to feelings of overwhelm, discouragement, and/or guilt. I accompany families, individual adults, and couples with kindness, warmth, and compassion. With a gentle but steady eye on strengths and resources, I respectfully join with them in the belief that "We are in this together, and together, we will find our way through."
I am passionate about supporting families (and individual adults) challenged by experiences of childhood trauma, divorce, adoption, grief, and/or other relationship ruptures.
Every parent dreams of raising their children in ways that enable them to not only survive, but to thrive. As life unfolds, parents may encounter personal difficulties, or problems related to their children, that compromise their ability to provide consistent, responsive care. They may then be susceptible to feelings of overwhelm, discouragement, and/or guilt. I accompany families, individual adults, and couples with kindness, warmth, and compassion. With a gentle but steady eye on strengths and resources, I respectfully join with them in the belief that "We are in this together, and together, we will find our way through."
More therapists should be transparent with their outcomes because you deserve to know exactly what quality of service you'll be receiving. I provide an in-depth look at my success rate on my site. I'm a psychologist that provides therapy, but I also specialize in testing for clinical diagnoses, adult ADHD, pre-surgery bariatric assessment, parental pre adoption evaluations, psychological hardship for immigration matters involving I-601 waivers, and asylum application evaluations for the I-589. I'm available on Saturdays and in the weekday evenings.
More therapists should be transparent with their outcomes because you deserve to know exactly what quality of service you'll be receiving. I provide an in-depth look at my success rate on my site. I'm a psychologist that provides therapy, but I also specialize in testing for clinical diagnoses, adult ADHD, pre-surgery bariatric assessment, parental pre adoption evaluations, psychological hardship for immigration matters involving I-601 waivers, and asylum application evaluations for the I-589. I'm available on Saturdays and in the weekday evenings.
Beth Yu Simpson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98109 (Online Only)
I’m especially interested in supporting those affected by adoption, ambiguous loss, transitions, empaths, students and people of color.
I am a Korean transracial adoptee raised in the Pacific Northwest, grateful to be living on the traditional land of the Duwamish people. Passionate about holistic emotional and spiritual healing, I create client-led, safe spaces for your healing journey. Believing in the power of understanding our stories, embracing our strengths, self-love, and ancestral gifts, I integrate CBT and EMDR (trained in both) into my practice. I offer free 15-minute consultations and resource consultations for adoptees.
I’m especially interested in supporting those affected by adoption, ambiguous loss, transitions, empaths, students and people of color.
I am a Korean transracial adoptee raised in the Pacific Northwest, grateful to be living on the traditional land of the Duwamish people. Passionate about holistic emotional and spiritual healing, I create client-led, safe spaces for your healing journey. Believing in the power of understanding our stories, embracing our strengths, self-love, and ancestral gifts, I integrate CBT and EMDR (trained in both) into my practice. I offer free 15-minute consultations and resource consultations for adoptees.
Ivy Davis Zolle
Counselor, MA, LMHC, CDBT, CATP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
University Place, WA 98466
I work with adolescents and adults who struggle with depression, anxiety, PTSD, trauma and all members of the of adoption triad.
I believe one of the bravest things you can do is begin to understand your own story. Perhaps you are wanting to discover more about who you really are. Therapy is not a one-sided conversation, with little opportunity for interaction or getting to experience each other as real people. I can assure you that I am as real as it gets! I will work with you to create a supportive relationship that will allow us to face the problems you are experiencing and create a path to healing. It is through connection and trust that healing happens.
I work with adolescents and adults who struggle with depression, anxiety, PTSD, trauma and all members of the of adoption triad.
I believe one of the bravest things you can do is begin to understand your own story. Perhaps you are wanting to discover more about who you really are. Therapy is not a one-sided conversation, with little opportunity for interaction or getting to experience each other as real people. I can assure you that I am as real as it gets! I will work with you to create a supportive relationship that will allow us to face the problems you are experiencing and create a path to healing. It is through connection and trust that healing happens.
I specialize in working with people affected by adoption.
My name is Becky Daughtry and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Washington. I have been providing psychotherapy to adults, youth, families and children in a variety of outpatient and inpatient settings over the past 30 years. Everyone has their own story waiting to be told. My hope is to create safe space where you can lean into your own story to create meaning and joy. Movement from “stuck” spots in our process can often occur in the context of a warm, empathetic relationship characterized by support, education, skill enhancement, and discovery.
I specialize in working with people affected by adoption.
My name is Becky Daughtry and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Washington. I have been providing psychotherapy to adults, youth, families and children in a variety of outpatient and inpatient settings over the past 30 years. Everyone has their own story waiting to be told. My hope is to create safe space where you can lean into your own story to create meaning and joy. Movement from “stuck” spots in our process can often occur in the context of a warm, empathetic relationship characterized by support, education, skill enhancement, and discovery.
Reason To Believe Therapy LLC
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Federal Way, WA 98003
I work mainly with women who are experiencing trauma, both physical and emotional, as well as grief and loss, adoption-related issues, and major life transitions. If you identify with any of these, chances are you're struggling with anxiety, stress, self-esteem issues, feelings of guilt and shame, depression, grief, self-doubt, or loss of identity, and possibly all of the above. Therapy can help you sort through the chaos of emotions and quiet the turmoil of your thoughts so you can find yourself again and map your path forward.
I work mainly with women who are experiencing trauma, both physical and emotional, as well as grief and loss, adoption-related issues, and major life transitions. If you identify with any of these, chances are you're struggling with anxiety, stress, self-esteem issues, feelings of guilt and shame, depression, grief, self-doubt, or loss of identity, and possibly all of the above. Therapy can help you sort through the chaos of emotions and quiet the turmoil of your thoughts so you can find yourself again and map your path forward.
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Adoption Therapists
Does my adopted child need therapy?
Not every adopted child needs therapy. However, many can benefit from seeing an adoption-informed therapist, especially if they were victims of abuse or neglect, appear withdrawn or disconnected, have behavioral or developmental issues (which may or may not be related to their adoption), are struggling with feelings of grief or loss surrounding their birth parents, or find it difficult to establish an identity, a challenge that often becomes most apparent during adolescence.
When should adoptive parents seek therapy?
Prospective parents can benefit from therapy even before an adoption—for example, to voice worries and fears; to reconcile infertility struggles, if relevant; or simply to prepare themselves for parenthood. After the adoption, parents who are struggling to bond with their child; are unsure how to talk about adoption or related issues, such as race; or whose child is dealing with developmental, behavioral, or psychiatric concerns can address these and other issues with the help of an adoption-competent therapist.
Is family therapy appropriate for adoptive families?
Family therapy can be invaluable for strengthening the bond between adoptive parents and children, helping the latter feel more secure in their place in the family. Family therapy can also help adoptive families navigate complex communication issues—for example, parents who feel uncomfortable discussing race with their child, who in turn feels invalidated by their silence, or a child who has questions about his birth parents but avoids asking them out of fear of hurting his adoptive parents’ feelings.
What therapy is not appropriate for adoption issues?
A discredited therapy known as “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy” or “rebirthing therapy”) should not be used to treat adopted and foster children, though it was largely designed for this population. Attachment therapy involves restraining, coercing, and punishing the child in order for them to “release” negative emotions and attach to their new caregivers—techniques that are abusive and dangerous and have even proven fatal in some cases.