Asuris Northwest Health Therapists in 99201

I have a deep respect for human life and interest in empowering you to face and transcend your pains and sorrows. My primary objective is to provide a safe environment for you to engage authentically so that you may face your life in all reality. It is my firm belief that the therapeutic relationship is the most important change agent and I offer to partner in your personal quest. As such, I employ cognitive-behavioral interventions, utilize motivational interviewing techniques and provide psychoeducation in order to enable you to gain the insight and awareness necessary to transcend in to greater maturity, wisdom and freedom.

Ally to ALL. Sometimes people feel alone and life can present challenges that make it lonely and difficult to focus on what you really want and where to go next. I’d be honored to sit with you, hear your story and learn about what you want to accomplish in therapy.

Welcome! I am glad that you’re choosing to prioritize yourself by looking for ways to create the change that you desire and deserve. It would be my pleasure to partner with you in your journey and assist in finding the path to change that is fitting for you. My experience includes work with individuals, children, and families in a variety of settings. I have also been trained as a sexual assault advocate, in domestic violence/relationship issues, and co-parenting.

I have the education, personal experience and compassion to help clients deal with difficult personal and family issues. I enjoy working with you individually or as a couple. My life experiences have given me the empathy and understanding needed to be a trusted psychotherapist. We can work on relationship issues, decision making, struggling through grief or divorce, PTSD, past trauma, or sexuality concerns. I have been a therapist, business woman, teacher, school counselor, university professor and mother for over 40 years, and I understand how challenging life can be!

Hello, my name is Venette and I am a transplant from San Diego. My primary areas of focus are anxiety/panic disorders, mood disorders, PTSD, adjustment disorder, cultural and ethnic issues, spiritual and faith-based counseling, and working with the veteran/military connected population. As a 20-year Marine Corps veteran myself, I am both confident and comfortable serving this population that I have proudly identified with for the last three decades. I have witnessed through my own children, stepchildren, spouse, and fellow veterans, the psychological distress that comes from serving in the military.

I work with an eclectic approach to therapy. By forming a strong, therapeutic alliance the client and counselor embark on a journey toward shared treatment goals. My theoretical approach to counseling enlists pieces of cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and interpersonal psychotherapy. With evidence-based treatment practices, the client can learn new methods of coping with mental health distress. One main area of focus is the treatment of trauma. Too often, clients have attended counseling with no relief of symptoms and have revealed that the trauma they experienced was unaddressed. As a Certified Trauma Specialist, I am passionate about helping clients heal from traumatic experiences.

Whether you are struggling with a particular issue, or just can't shake the feeling that there should be more to life,  I can help. I have a strong commitment to making treatment accessible to adults seeking to improve their functioning and relationships. This includes offering an inviting, safe, affordable, and confidential setting to do the healing work and growth my clients desire. With compassion and understanding, I work with each individual to help them build on their strengths and attain the personal growth they are committed to accomplishing.

I am a licensed mental health counselor, and have enjoyed doing this work for 21 years. I am extensively trained in object relations, attachment, Circle of Security, and EMDR. I value each person I see as an individual with unique history, needs, and approach to life. I don't feel that it is ever my job to tell you what to do in your life. It is my job to help you discover what is blocking you from living life the way you want to live it, and then help you to clear those blocks out of the way.

These days life's challenges can feel overwhelming. Recognizing that we need support can feel daunting. Therapy offers a safe and compassionate environment for you to explore your strengths, learn tools for healing, develop resilience, and gain insight and clarity for moving forward in your life and your realtionships. I practice a strengths-based approach where clients are empowered to build upon their strengths, learn new skills, and achieve their best self.

There is no substitute for tending to our personal and relational experiences; it is likely the reason you are reading this. Welcome! From my experience, when we desire a deeper engagement with life or significant problems arise, often something within us wants our attention. When we pay attention to our feelings and actions rather than focus on events or people, we frequently discover the "How" of creative change. Sometimes change means behaving in unfamiliar ways, adapting to limitations, or relating differently to our partner. Hence, my approach embraces the wisdom and direction that problems and desires provide within each person.

Years ago I grew increasingly aware of how anxiety affects our behaviors that are not representative of who we are. I studied mindfulness interventions that came from Positive Psychology and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. After personal practice and assistance to my clients in group and individual settings we experienced and witnessed decreased stress, improved self-regulation, and a quicker way to access joy, acceptance, and peace with ourselves and others.

We ALL need a therapist, whether we like to admit it or not. We’re either struggling with our internal dialogue or external actions and behaviors, having the space and freedom to say what we wish to but can’t/won’t goes a long way in helping us feel more like us.

Are you feeling the weight of expectations and demands as an athlete? Wrestling with performance anxiety or navigating the complex dynamics of relationships? I get it. Life as an athlete is a unique journey filled with incredible highs and challenging lows. If you find yourself caught in the whirlwind of stress, anxiety, or relationship struggles, know that you're not alone. I'm Sara Milliron, and I've walked the path you're on. As a therapist with a Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy, I specialize in supporting athletes like you. The demands of being an athlete, the stress of performance, relationship intricacies—I understand.

These days, it can feel like life is moving too fast for us to keep up. This is made all the more challenging when we struggle with such things as unhealthy relationships, intense negative feelings, poor self-image, or trauma. You may worry that getting help means enduring an uncomfortable process that may not result in any notable change. I believe that therapy does not have to be painful to be successful, that it can be infused with moments of laughter and insight. It is about determining why we are stuck as well as figuring out how to create and maintain practical positive changes.

I created Beyond Mountains Counseling with the goal to intentionally give space to each person that comes into my office. My goal is to have everyone I interact with feel seen, heard and on the path they desire after our sessions. You're the expert in your life and I hope I can be someone you trust to walk alongside to help guide you and give you ideas on next steps.

Circumstances in life can sometimes be heavy, but you don’t have to hold them alone. Perhaps you are struggling to tune into your emotions and you feel disconnected from yourself. Maybe you are finding it difficult to identify your needs and honor them in a way that feels genuine. You may even be trying to pick up the pieces after a life event and feel stuck in the process. Whatever it is that you’re facing at this time, I'm glad you found your way here.

Everyone has a unique journey, and I want to hear yours. Our journeys come with experiences, challenges, and unexpected surprises that impact our everyday well-being and functioning, and sometimes, we find ourselves merely surviving, not thriving. I have experience working with diverse client concerns, including stress and trauma, anxiety, depression, LGBTQIA+, life transitions, and more.

I work with every person on an individual basis; tailoring your therapy to fit your unique personality. I offer a relaxed and comfortable space where you can feel at ease sharing your thoughts, feelings and experiences, with a touch of humor on the side.

It can be so difficult to open up to new people and build the trust needed for therapy. My focus is on creating a calming, safe environment that will support you in developing new skills and meeting your goals. In my experience, a healthy, working relationship has been key to creating an opportunity for my clients to improve their mental health. I specialize in providing therapy to children, but also have experience working with adolescents and young adults.