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Mary Picardal
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Bellevue, WA 98005  (Online Only)
I offer 100% teletherapy for adults (individuals and couples). The foundation of my practice is based on attachment and guided by research and work by Dr. Sue Johnson and Dr. John Gottman. I am passionate about helping others strengthen and build secure attachments. My work is centered around treating anxiety, depression, women’s issues, self-esteem issues, trauma, grief, and attachment disorders. The treatment modalities I utilize are attachment-based, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), feminist perspective, the Gottman Method, motivational interviewing, and Trauma Focused-CBT to name a few.
I offer 100% teletherapy for adults (individuals and couples). The foundation of my practice is based on attachment and guided by research and work by Dr. Sue Johnson and Dr. John Gottman. I am passionate about helping others strengthen and build secure attachments. My work is centered around treating anxiety, depression, women’s issues, self-esteem issues, trauma, grief, and attachment disorders. The treatment modalities I utilize are attachment-based, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), feminist perspective, the Gottman Method, motivational interviewing, and Trauma Focused-CBT to name a few.
(206) 203-3403 View (206) 203-3403
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Deena Eastern
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
Bellevue, WA 98004
Thank you for visiting the referral website and researching this important decision. You have accomplished the difficult first step to creating change in your life. As a therapist I draw from the best evidence based practices to provide a holistic treatment approach for my clients.I work with children, teens and young adults. With all clients I aspire to create therapeutic relationships founded in connection, understanding, acceptance and compassion. I would love to sit down with you, your child or family and listen to whatever struggle you are facing and work collaboratively with you to reach a solution.
Thank you for visiting the referral website and researching this important decision. You have accomplished the difficult first step to creating change in your life. As a therapist I draw from the best evidence based practices to provide a holistic treatment approach for my clients.I work with children, teens and young adults. With all clients I aspire to create therapeutic relationships founded in connection, understanding, acceptance and compassion. I would love to sit down with you, your child or family and listen to whatever struggle you are facing and work collaboratively with you to reach a solution.
(206) 339-3389 View (206) 339-3389
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Zoe Posner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bellevue, WA 98007
Hi there! My strongest source of learning as a therapist has been getting to witness remarkable acts of courage by people facing seemingly insurmountable odds. It takes bravery to look within. I believe in helping people feel safe in their bodies again, safe to feel and express their emotions, and trust in their inner wisdom. I value truly understanding and connecting with those I see, and cultivating a space where you are free and comfortable to let your guard down. Whether you’re looking for concrete skills, wanting to dive deep into territory uncharted, or a bit of both, I will tailor my approach to meet your needs and goals.
Hi there! My strongest source of learning as a therapist has been getting to witness remarkable acts of courage by people facing seemingly insurmountable odds. It takes bravery to look within. I believe in helping people feel safe in their bodies again, safe to feel and express their emotions, and trust in their inner wisdom. I value truly understanding and connecting with those I see, and cultivating a space where you are free and comfortable to let your guard down. Whether you’re looking for concrete skills, wanting to dive deep into territory uncharted, or a bit of both, I will tailor my approach to meet your needs and goals.
(425) 537-7122 View (425) 537-7122
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Minju Kim
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Bellevue, WA 98004
My specialties include low self-esteem, anxiety, trauma-related issues, insecurity, attachment styles, and FOO (Family of origin) issues. I tend to work well with clients who appreciate connection, honesty, and humor; who are interested in learning new things; who are into music and arts; who possess sensitivity, intuition, and a spiritual inclination. I particularly enjoy working with bilingual/bicultural individuals experiencing an identity crisis; college students or young professionals feeling stuck; and parents/couples who wish to improve their parenting/partnership by healing their own emotional wounds.
My specialties include low self-esteem, anxiety, trauma-related issues, insecurity, attachment styles, and FOO (Family of origin) issues. I tend to work well with clients who appreciate connection, honesty, and humor; who are interested in learning new things; who are into music and arts; who possess sensitivity, intuition, and a spiritual inclination. I particularly enjoy working with bilingual/bicultural individuals experiencing an identity crisis; college students or young professionals feeling stuck; and parents/couples who wish to improve their parenting/partnership by healing their own emotional wounds.
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Kathleen L. Anderson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Bellevue, WA 98004
My focus as a psychotherapist is to provide a safe, structured, and supportive environment in which we can work together to discover the underlying issues which affect your quality of life.
My focus as a psychotherapist is to provide a safe, structured, and supportive environment in which we can work together to discover the underlying issues which affect your quality of life.
(425) 954-3902 View (425) 954-3902
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Stephen Lee
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA
Verified Verified
Bellevue, WA 98005
Hello, my name is Stephen. Recognizing how important, yet difficult, it can be to cultivate and work through meaningful relationships in our lives, my goal is to help others experience relationally enriching lives. Thinking about how important my relationships are to my own life and well-being, I can’t help but feel for those who are really struggling through the most important relationships in theirs. I’m reminded especially of those clients I've worked with who've felt alone and unloved due to the lack of connection in their own lives.
Hello, my name is Stephen. Recognizing how important, yet difficult, it can be to cultivate and work through meaningful relationships in our lives, my goal is to help others experience relationally enriching lives. Thinking about how important my relationships are to my own life and well-being, I can’t help but feel for those who are really struggling through the most important relationships in theirs. I’m reminded especially of those clients I've worked with who've felt alone and unloved due to the lack of connection in their own lives.
(425) 517-3523 View (425) 517-3523
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And Still We Rise, LLC
PsyD
Verified Verified
Bellevue, WA 98006  (Online Only)
ASWR is Now Accepting New Clients! I am a psychoanalytically and trauma-informed black feminist and womanist psychologist with training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, Attachment Theory, and Feminist Therapy.
ASWR is Now Accepting New Clients! I am a psychoanalytically and trauma-informed black feminist and womanist psychologist with training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, Attachment Theory, and Feminist Therapy.
(425) 629-8923 View (425) 629-8923
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Janet Kowalski, PhD
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bellevue, WA 98004  (Online Only)
Through an authentic therapeutic relationship, my goal as a clinician is to help clients reverse maladaptive coping mechanisms and provide helpful tools to relieve anxiety and/or depression. As a specialist treating eating disorders for all ages and genders, I provide education and guidance through the recovery process. With specific training in Family Based Treatment from Stanford, I guide and support caregivers to help their adolescent normalize their relationship with food and body.
Through an authentic therapeutic relationship, my goal as a clinician is to help clients reverse maladaptive coping mechanisms and provide helpful tools to relieve anxiety and/or depression. As a specialist treating eating disorders for all ages and genders, I provide education and guidance through the recovery process. With specific training in Family Based Treatment from Stanford, I guide and support caregivers to help their adolescent normalize their relationship with food and body.
(425) 385-0030 View (425) 385-0030
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Pacific Therapy Group, PLLC
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Bellevue, WA 98005
At Pacific Therapy Group, PLLC we are here to help you with your psychological and mental health needs. We provide comprehensive psychological testing services, including testing for Attention Deficit/Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD), Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) for teens and adults, mood disorders, and trauma. We also provide mental health counseling on a weekly basis for those interested in uncovering how personal, relational, and emotional issues have surfaced and how to process them and resolve them. With over 25 years experience in the field, we're happy to help.
At Pacific Therapy Group, PLLC we are here to help you with your psychological and mental health needs. We provide comprehensive psychological testing services, including testing for Attention Deficit/Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD), Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) for teens and adults, mood disorders, and trauma. We also provide mental health counseling on a weekly basis for those interested in uncovering how personal, relational, and emotional issues have surfaced and how to process them and resolve them. With over 25 years experience in the field, we're happy to help.
(425) 292-6280 View (425) 292-6280
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Adam Sullivan
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Bellevue, WA 98005
I am a person-centered therapist who sees adult individual clients in person & presently expanding my hours so there may be openings now. My approach integrates a number of perspectives, including the connection of mind, body and emotions, and empathy-based communication. As one example, I sometimes use motivational interviewing, positive psychology, non-violent communication, and mindfulness to help clients make deeper contact with feelings, identify needs, and find expression. This can help to alleviate anxiety or depression in some people, towards increased connection and satisfaction. Feel free to contact me to explore more.
I am a person-centered therapist who sees adult individual clients in person & presently expanding my hours so there may be openings now. My approach integrates a number of perspectives, including the connection of mind, body and emotions, and empathy-based communication. As one example, I sometimes use motivational interviewing, positive psychology, non-violent communication, and mindfulness to help clients make deeper contact with feelings, identify needs, and find expression. This can help to alleviate anxiety or depression in some people, towards increased connection and satisfaction. Feel free to contact me to explore more.
(425) 365-0873 View (425) 365-0873
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Ashley Levien
Counselor, MA, LMHC, MHP
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Bellevue, WA 98004  (Online Only)
I am a holistic, integrative, person-centered, culturally considerate therapist for adolescents ages 13 & up, individuals, partners and families. I am curious, open-minded, and non-judgmental. I believe communication with yourself and others is at the heart of successful relationships. I also believe that you know what you need to heal and my job is to help you get more in touch with that part of yourself. As an empathetic witness, advocate, and guide, I will help you increase your self-awareness and sense of agency through mindful observation, personal exploration, and collaborative experimentation.
I am a holistic, integrative, person-centered, culturally considerate therapist for adolescents ages 13 & up, individuals, partners and families. I am curious, open-minded, and non-judgmental. I believe communication with yourself and others is at the heart of successful relationships. I also believe that you know what you need to heal and my job is to help you get more in touch with that part of yourself. As an empathetic witness, advocate, and guide, I will help you increase your self-awareness and sense of agency through mindful observation, personal exploration, and collaborative experimentation.
(425) 970-9186 View (425) 970-9186
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Samantha Gibb
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Bellevue, WA 98004  (Online Only)
I believe that meeting people where they are in life, the inherent strength that every client possesses, and a strong therapeutic relationship are the most important aspects of therapy. I work with people seeking help with healing from trauma, who are experiencing dissociation, who are trans/gender non-conforming, who have queer identities, who are military or military families, and anyone else who wants to work through their anxiety, depression, or other emotional difficulties. I believe in body positivity/neutrality, sex positivity, and anti-racism/sexism. I'm offering online therapy in Washington State.
I believe that meeting people where they are in life, the inherent strength that every client possesses, and a strong therapeutic relationship are the most important aspects of therapy. I work with people seeking help with healing from trauma, who are experiencing dissociation, who are trans/gender non-conforming, who have queer identities, who are military or military families, and anyone else who wants to work through their anxiety, depression, or other emotional difficulties. I believe in body positivity/neutrality, sex positivity, and anti-racism/sexism. I'm offering online therapy in Washington State.
(360) 345-3596 View (360) 345-3596
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Alignwell Modern Therapy
Counselor, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bellevue, WA 98004
We are founded on the belief that the genuine relationship we have with our clients is our most important priority. Our relatable therapists are here to deeply listen and work with you to create a customized plan that meets your needs, by applying our training and expertise. You're in the right place for authentic and specialized support!
We are founded on the belief that the genuine relationship we have with our clients is our most important priority. Our relatable therapists are here to deeply listen and work with you to create a customized plan that meets your needs, by applying our training and expertise. You're in the right place for authentic and specialized support!
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Christina Yranela
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Bellevue, WA 98004  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
You may be trying to face your emotional scars alone. Yet together, we can explore these topics that may be difficult for you. I want to encourage your growth in self-compassion and self-worth as we work to reframe your unfavorable coping mechanisms. Life is a journey with plenty of obstacles to overcome, yet taking this step to live differently, with more hope, and to live more authentically, is worthwhile.
You may be trying to face your emotional scars alone. Yet together, we can explore these topics that may be difficult for you. I want to encourage your growth in self-compassion and self-worth as we work to reframe your unfavorable coping mechanisms. Life is a journey with plenty of obstacles to overcome, yet taking this step to live differently, with more hope, and to live more authentically, is worthwhile.
(425) 382-8735 View (425) 382-8735
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Shar Kunovsky
Counselor, JD, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Bellevue, WA 98004  (Online Only)
**NEW CLIENTS - Please email me** No one deserves to live in pain. For therapy to work, you need three things: curiosity about yourself and your interactions with others, an authentic connection with your therapist, and concrete, practical tools and skills to promote real and lasting change. My job is to facilitate an understanding of what is causing you pain and getting in your way of creating your best life. As your therapist, I don’t “just listen.” I use an integrative approach, combining several modalities to create the most effective treatment for each client. I practice remote therapy with individual adults.
**NEW CLIENTS - Please email me** No one deserves to live in pain. For therapy to work, you need three things: curiosity about yourself and your interactions with others, an authentic connection with your therapist, and concrete, practical tools and skills to promote real and lasting change. My job is to facilitate an understanding of what is causing you pain and getting in your way of creating your best life. As your therapist, I don’t “just listen.” I use an integrative approach, combining several modalities to create the most effective treatment for each client. I practice remote therapy with individual adults.
(425) 264-8713 View (425) 264-8713
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Ju-Yi 'joyce' Fu
Counselor, LMHC, ATR
Verified Verified
Bellevue, WA 98007
My counseling approach is to first help you clarify your presenting problems from an integrated mind-body-spirit-environment perspective. I utilize mindfulness to help you to develop clarity in the present moment, and with depth psychology, psychodynamic, EMDR, art therapy, Jungian psychology, and focusing-oriented psychotherapy to help you explore and embrace your, SELF, inner wisdom, and unconscious awareness for healing. Through processing unhealed wounds in the past, we can unveil the authentic SELF, and finding life meanings to journey on.
My counseling approach is to first help you clarify your presenting problems from an integrated mind-body-spirit-environment perspective. I utilize mindfulness to help you to develop clarity in the present moment, and with depth psychology, psychodynamic, EMDR, art therapy, Jungian psychology, and focusing-oriented psychotherapy to help you explore and embrace your, SELF, inner wisdom, and unconscious awareness for healing. Through processing unhealed wounds in the past, we can unveil the authentic SELF, and finding life meanings to journey on.
(360) 525-9224 View (360) 525-9224
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Serena Stark
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSWAIC
Verified Verified
Bellevue, WA 98005
Serena’s areas of focus include gender-based violence, eating disorders (including ARFID), LGBTQ+ related struggles, and autism spectrum disorder. Serena also focuses on the commonly co-occurring experiences such as depression and anxiety. She uses a trauma-informed and feminist theory based approach in her sessions with clients.
Serena’s areas of focus include gender-based violence, eating disorders (including ARFID), LGBTQ+ related struggles, and autism spectrum disorder. Serena also focuses on the commonly co-occurring experiences such as depression and anxiety. She uses a trauma-informed and feminist theory based approach in her sessions with clients.
(425) 242-3522 View (425) 242-3522
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Next Level Counseling, PLLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, RPT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bellevue, WA 98006  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I am Lisa Brawn, a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, trained Play Therapist, and am currently pursuing a Geek Therapy certification. I am a Gamer & Geek friendly, LGBTQ+ friendly, Sex-Positive therapist. My focus is on helping my clients navigate their lives and relationships. I treat older children/teens, and adults of all ages. Much of my work has focused on anxiety, depression, trauma & post trauma, relationship and family issues, parenting skills, school difficulties, teen/adult ADHD, life transition difficulties, behavioral issues, and self-acceptance.
I am Lisa Brawn, a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, trained Play Therapist, and am currently pursuing a Geek Therapy certification. I am a Gamer & Geek friendly, LGBTQ+ friendly, Sex-Positive therapist. My focus is on helping my clients navigate their lives and relationships. I treat older children/teens, and adults of all ages. Much of my work has focused on anxiety, depression, trauma & post trauma, relationship and family issues, parenting skills, school difficulties, teen/adult ADHD, life transition difficulties, behavioral issues, and self-acceptance.
(360) 226-8864 View (360) 226-8864
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Sean MacGugan
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Bellevue, WA 98007  (Online Only)
Reaching out is an important step and I'm glad that you have found your way here! As an integrative therapist I utilize multiple different approaches to tailor therapy to your individual needs. Some of the main approaches I use are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (Challenge thoughts and habits), Dialectical Behavioral therapy (To regulate emotions and improve relationships), Internal Family Systems (To help the various "parts" of ourselves learn to support each other), Narrative Therapy (To help change the story you tell yourself about your life). Often blending these approaches together to help you get the most out of therapy.
Reaching out is an important step and I'm glad that you have found your way here! As an integrative therapist I utilize multiple different approaches to tailor therapy to your individual needs. Some of the main approaches I use are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (Challenge thoughts and habits), Dialectical Behavioral therapy (To regulate emotions and improve relationships), Internal Family Systems (To help the various "parts" of ourselves learn to support each other), Narrative Therapy (To help change the story you tell yourself about your life). Often blending these approaches together to help you get the most out of therapy.
(425) 537-7403 View (425) 537-7403
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Traverse Therapy Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSWAIC
Verified Verified
Bellevue, WA 98005
We are accepting new clients. My name is Kelly Merdinger. I specialize in recovery-oriented therapy for clients experiencing complex trauma, depression, anxiety, psychosis, and interpersonal violence and abuse. I work with clients in cultivating self-compassion and empowering beliefs by processing and understanding past painful experiences. It's normal to feel "stuck" when our bodies and minds are overwhelmed. My goal is to provide an affirming and safe space to slow down as your emotions are expressed, validated, and integrated into a new and healthier understanding of self.
We are accepting new clients. My name is Kelly Merdinger. I specialize in recovery-oriented therapy for clients experiencing complex trauma, depression, anxiety, psychosis, and interpersonal violence and abuse. I work with clients in cultivating self-compassion and empowering beliefs by processing and understanding past painful experiences. It's normal to feel "stuck" when our bodies and minds are overwhelmed. My goal is to provide an affirming and safe space to slow down as your emotions are expressed, validated, and integrated into a new and healthier understanding of self.
(425) 648-1207 View (425) 648-1207
Attachment-based Therapists

Is attachment-based therapy the same as attachment therapy?

Attachment-based therapy may be confused with what is called “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy”), a discredited and dangerous approach to treating children with attachment disorders, autism, or other mental health concerns. Attachment therapy—not attachment-based therapy—may involve restraining a child, forcing eye contact, and other coercive or abusive techniques. None of these practices are used in attachment-based therapy and the two modalities are in no way related.

What should I expect from attachment-based therapy?

Attachment-based therapy is based on attachment theory, which posits that children’s early relationships with their caregivers strongly influence their ability to navigate the world later in life. Thus, adults who seek attachment-based therapy should expect to deeply explore their childhood, identifying the dynamics or experiences that disrupted their attachment and the steps necessary to overcome challenges that arose as a result. Parents and children should expect to explore the possible factors that disrupted the parent-child relationship and work toward restoring trust and connection.

How long does attachment-based therapy last?

Certain forms of attachment-based therapy, especially those designed for parents and children, last for a set number of sessions; for example, Attachment and Biobehavioral Catch-Up, a specific attachment-based approach for young children who have undergone early adversity, unfolds over 10 one-hour sessions. When attachment-based therapy is practiced on adults or combined with other modalities, it may not last a specific length of time; clients may wish to ask prospective therapists how long they expect treatment to take.

Does attachment-based therapy work?

Most of the research on attachment-based therapy focuses on children and adolescents. Some of this research shows a positive effect, especially for attachment-based family therapy (ABFT). Other studies, however, have found that attachment-based therapy is no more effective than other approaches to childhood depression, anxiety, or suicidality. Less is known about the therapy’s efficacy on adult populations.