Therapists in Millwood, WA

Do you struggle with feeling disconnected from yourself and others? Do you put your needs at the bottom of your list? Do you wonder if life should feel better? Happier? More fulfilled? Do you long for more connection in your romantic relationship? Has your relationship been ruptured by betrayal or infidelity or have you grown apart? Now more than ever, people are feeling anxious, overwhelmed and uncertain about how they are supposed to manage their lives, relationships and careers. Pushing away your needs and not taking time for yourself and your relationships can lead to long term issues for your mind and body.

Our patient's want freedom. They want to reclaim their dignity and restore life balance. Our staff are proficient in a variety of different approaches such as CBT, Affirmative Therapy, DBT, and EMDR. Our areas of practice including substance use disorders, co-occurring disorders, major depressive disorder, trauma, anxiety and panic disorders, bipolar type 1 and 2, couples, PTSD, children, teens, and many LGBTQ related needs. We also proudly offer medication management for our community members.

If you find yourself struggling with life and relationships, in need of someone to come alongside you, I would like to offer support and aid on your healing journey. I will help you approach your challenges in safety and with compassion. I have 20+ years of experience providing counseling to hurting and broken people and specialize in trauma, anxiety, PTSD, relapse prevention, and relational issues. Your past does not define you and your future is hopeful. Sometimes the present seems uncertain. My desire is to help peel back the layers so you can be free to be who you were made to be and function out of your true and noble self.

Does it feel like your emotions are controlling you rather than the other way around? Do you have a sense that some of your past experiences are affecting your current life, but you aren’t sure what to do or how to fix it? Do you want to feel more balanced and at ease? I offer treatments that can help. Whether you are struggling with work, academics, friendships, or intimate relationships, focused, goal-oriented therapy can provide the foundation for creating the life you want.

My name is Cassandra Nolan, and I am a Marriage and Family Therapist Associate. I enjoy working with individuals and couples of various age groups, backgrounds, and identities. I work with people who attend therapy for various reasons including depression, anxiety, relational difficulties, trauma, family concerns, stress, and life changes. I work through a systemic lens and integrate attachment work with techniques from various theoretical models. My goal is to offer a safe, non-judgmental space for my clients to identify and confront patterns in their lives that are not serving them.

Accepting New Clients! Reframing the way you think can be a life long process. My goal is help you change the way you look at yourself, life, goals, and even counseling. I take a more down to earth approach, and do my best to help relate therapeutic subject matter to a topic you can understand. I work to build a therapeutic alliance with you in order to meet your mental health needs and give you the tools necessary to improve your life. My areas of clinical focus are depression, anxiety, grief, life transitions (new job, or school transitions) and interpersonal communication between family, coworkers, and/or friends.

Welcome to my page and congratulations on taking the first step towards investing in your well-being. I hope to hear from you. Human experiences such as anxiety, depression, grief and loss, life transitions, family of origin issues, relational issues, trauma, abuse, and neglect can often lead to feelings of being stuck, social isolation, struggles with meaning making and spirituality, unmet needs, lack of self-awareness, incongruence, and hopelessness. Counseling can be an amazing resource in such times because we all deserve to be heard and seen in a safe place.

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate; drawing from various therapeutic models like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma Focused-CBT, Motivational Interviewing, and using elements from DBT, CPT, Play-Therapy, and IFS, I tailor our sessions to your unique needs. I have experience working with individuals who have anxiety, depression, sexual assault/childhood sexual assault survivors, and complex PTSD. Gottman Institute Level 2 Certified therapist and I'm trained in Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT) core skills. Furthermore, my ongoing training in EMDR.

With unconditional acceptance and positive regard, I welcome my clients into a judgement-free and safe space. Whether you're dealing with anger, anxiety, a death, depression, discrimination, life stressors, parenting challenges, relationship problems, or trauma, hope and healing is possible and within reach.

Life can be beautiful, challenging, inspiring, overwhelming, everything in between. Through life’s challenges, I believe there are opportunities for growth and healing through self-compassion, flexibility, and courage. As a counselor, I strive to step in and walk with you, wherever you are in your journey. Just as life is unique to the individual, the counseling journey is also personal to you. believe through exploring past patterns and creating flexibility to lean into the discomfort. Together we can dismantle disenfranchising stories and replace them with new and empowering stories that are aligned with your personal values.

I have worked with a variety of different clients with unique and diverse walks of life. I became a counselor because I believe in people's ability to grow, learn and heal. I am here to help guide and facilitate that growth, to meet you where you are to help you heal, learn and grow. I provide a space of non-judgment, that is safe to walk on your path of discovery and recovery. Life can be a difficult journey at times and for different reasons, but it helps to have someone walk along side you as you persevere through these trials. I believe in hope, that even in our darkest of days, hope is on the horizon.

As a parent, you're deeply invested in your child's well-being, constantly ensuring their needs are met. Yet, it's disheartening when you see them struggling emotionally or behaviorally, leaving you feeling anxious and questioning your own abilities. Parenting is undeniably challenging, full of unexpected hurdles that can leave you feeling out of your depth. Seeking help is a sign of strength, and you're here because you're ready to make a positive change for your child. You're committed to helping your child gain confidence, emotional intelligence, and grit. Let's embark on this journey together.

We specialize in serving folks who are caring for aging family members, older adults and those living with chronic medical conditions. Our clients report that they feel lost and alone and have a hard time seeing an end to the stress they are experiencing. We recognize the unique loss and grief that can come with aging and caring for aging loved ones. Sometimes, the right support can be a lifeline when you are navigating complex decisions. You are trying to do your best to provide care and support to your loved one and not lose yourself in the process. We understand that sometimes, even reaching out for help can feel overwhelming.

Let’s nourish and find clarity within ourselves by healing. Through your life experiences you have gained the ability to manage these life challenges. Today you may find yourself struggling with the skills that once helped you overcome your Anxiety, Depression, Grief, and Traumatic Event’s. Through therapeutic approach’s together we can find your healing. Together we will learn and process these life challenges no matter what your life-stage might be. Let’s empower your deeper scene of hope, purpose, and positive self-esteem. Allowing yourself to live your best possible life.

I am passionate about working with individuals, couples, families, and children who are seeking healing and restoration. Whether you’re dealing with relationship issues, difficult family circumstances, trauma recovery, depression, anxiety, or other concerns, it would be my pleasure to walk with you in your journey. There is no circumstance to small to seek out professional help. Counseling can increase one's own understanding of their behaviors and thoughts, while also increasing their self-esteem and ability to communicate with those around them.

I have journeyed with adults experiencing a wide variety of issues, in practice for 20+ years. Although I spend time exploring the specific problem that brings you into counseling or therapy, I will also explore in depth the nature of your relationships with other significant people in your life. I will do this in such a way as to challenge ineffective ways of living and provide for personal change to occur. Change at this level requires more than new skills or understanding. I will help you work through and take responsibility for the specific situations you are facing.

Here at Wellness Encompassed we believe in treating the human and not the symptom. We see the client as an individual on a path that we embark on together, where we walk along side them, to support, advocate, and to provide guidance to as we meet them with compassion and understanding. We work with our clients to meet their needs and connect them to our community partners if requested, such as nutritional counseling, medication management, physical therapy, chiropractic care and even massage therapy. We believe we grow as a community the more we support one another in the spirit of compassion.

I’m Sarah. I specialize in helping women in any stage of life who are struggling with anxiety, burnout and their relationships to learn to put themselves first by identifying wants, desires and setting healthy boundaries. I can help you feel more in control of your emotions, connect with yourself and others on a deeper level, increase self confidence and self compassion, heal past wounds, develop new understanding in areas where you feel stuck, and learn ways to express your needs and communicate with others. I am a great fit for anyone who is ready to strengthen their relationship with themself and their important loved ones.

If you are struggling with a relationship, familial issues, a difficult life transition, or just struggling to get through the day-to-day then it is a good time to ask for help.I believe that it is never too late to start counseling and that counseling is a unique experience for everyone.Some people might go to counseling weekly for years, some might go to sessions weekly for 6 months and then transition to biweekly, some might be going to counseling for the first time, and some might be looking for a new counselor.All these experiences are valid, and my goal is to help you figure out what works for you and what you want to achieve.