Therapists in Port Orchard, WA

I am a Master’s level Licensed Marriage and Family Therapy (LMFT) and co-occurring disorders therapist, who is trained in Family Systems and Substance Use/Dependency (SUDP) with the background in Human Biochemistry. I practice with a Holistic view and will focus on your overall well-being and not only emotional and mental health. My specialties are anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, insecurities and stress management. I support my clients and families on a level that is approachable, sensitive & humane, working with employees from; Google, Microsoft, FaceBook, AMZ, Boeing, Starbucks + others. Video sessions or in person meetings.

***Serving all of Washington state via Telehealth*** Much of adolescence and adulthood is reprogramming systems that have been put in place since childhood. I help individuals adapt to challenging life transitions as well as those wanting to understand and reconnect with themselves to find their sense of meaning in the world. My main purpose is to help others reach their potential in living a happy, healthy, and satisfying life.

Where are you trying to go? Is your past or fear for the future like a ball and chain, shackling you from the freedom you crave? Can you imagine your ideal life? I love to help my clients find a way toward living the life they envision. We all need a little help sometimes when life gets complicated. I always commit to working as hard as my clients in the time we spend together in sessions. I help clients gain practical skills and confidence for whatever challenges they are facing. Call me today and we will work together to break through to your best life!

In a world that can often feel heavy with forces pushing and pulling us downward in so many directions it can feel all too easy to lose track of your true self. Feeling confused and asking how did I get here? Or why me? Or, I just want to get back to myself, but I don’t even know who I am anymore. You are not alone and there is a way. I work with individuals who struggle with these same questions. Questions that arise from the struggles with trauma, anxiety, depression, attention, autism, and others. My counseling services focus on addressing the integrated person.

Everyone no matter who they are are able to move past the darkness and trauma of their past, I am here to help rebuild and reshape thoughts and behaviors that have kept you in the dark. I enjoy collaborating with my clients to achieve their best version of themselves. Reaching out for help is the hardest step in therapy a person can take. By having an open mind and free space to help clients feel safe to express past traumas is essential to build a foundation to become the version each person has the right to show the world.

My style of therapy is warm, accepting, and compassionate. After having trained extensively and been witness to countless stories of transformation, I can say with certainty that healing is absolutely possible. This is an invitation to break free from painful experiences, beliefs, and thought patterns that keep you from living the life you want, and leave you feeling hopeless or weary. I am guided by the belief that what you need to heal is already within you. Together, we will discover your internal source of strength and wisdom.

Have you been impacted by problematic relationships, infidelity, or sex addiction? You might feel lost, betrayed, and alone. Do you ask yourself, "How do I keep ending up in these relationships?". Are you afraid to be alone even when your partner is clearly unhealthy? Core beliefs are the foundation of our being but when they cause us pain, embarrassment, and shame we can become depressed, anxious, fake, and withdrawn. Do you compare yourself to others (I call this Comparanoia)? Do you tell yourself “I am stupid”, “I am worthless”, or “I am not good enough”? If so, then your core beliefs may be contributing to your pain today.

We don't have to travel the path of change alone. Choosing a therapist is the first step. My goal is to build trust and safety so that you can sink into the work. Whatever is drawing you to therapy, you deserve an active and supportive therapist. My role: to provide witness and guideposts as you put words to your experience. Anxiety, depression and other symptoms may feel like they are keeping you from your life. Our work can help you discover what will serve you moving forward and let go of what does not.

My purpose is to help individuals, couples, and families overcome adversity in their lives and relationships. I use a solution-focused approach to understand each person’s unique set of values, and direction. Together, we will strengthen and heal your relationships with yourself, and the people important to you. We will find meaning out of your past experiences, and use this to create a change for your future. To identify what is truly important to you.

Couples/Families: Close relationships can be difficult. Top issues that bring couples into counseling include: Money, In-Laws, Parenting, Housework, Sex, and Emotional Intimacy. Relational issues left untreated often cause couples to live in "quiet desperation" or all-out warfare. Couple and familial relationships don't have to be a series of endless arguments or giving up and feeling alone. With awareness, skills, and practice relationships can change for the better. I would be honored to help in this journey so that you and your loved ones can recover the joy, fun, and deep connection that first drew you together.

Are you struggling to communicate effectively with your spouse, partner, children or co-workers? Are you confused by the current circumstances you find yourself in? Life isn't easy, but finding someone to talk to about life's challenges should be. As a licensed Marriage and Family therapist, I am passionate about relationships and I am committed to helping individuals, couples and families reach their greatest potential. Using a collaborative approach, I offer my clients a safe environment to learn practical skills to help improve communication and decrease negativity in their relationships.