Briana Pontious

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA

Briana Pontious

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today

3 Endorsed

Federal Way, WA 98023

(206) 486-6679

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Accepting Premera, BCBS, and Lifewise! Accepting New Clients! Do you feel overwhelmed by anxiety, constantly second-guessing yourself or fearing the worst? Maybe perfectionism keeps you stuck—pushing for impossibly high standards yet never feeling “good enough.” Or perhaps self-doubt makes you question your worth. You’re not alone and don’t have to navigate this alone. I offer a supportive space to explore your thoughts without judgment. Together, we’ll uncover the roots of your anxiety, quiet your inner critic, and break free from perfectionism.

Using practical tools, I’ll help you manage emotions, shift unhelpful thoughts, and build confidence and self-trust. Anxiety, perfectionism, and self-doubt can feel like barriers between you and the life you want, but they don’t have to define you. Change is possible, and you are capable of growth and healing.

Therapy is a step toward self-acceptance, resilience, and learning to embrace imperfection. If you’re ready to let go of the pressure to be perfect, feel more at ease with yourself, and move forward with confidence, I’d love to help. Reach out today, and let’s take the first step together toward a more balanced and fulfilling life.

Call or Email Briana Pontious now for a free 15 minute consultation - (206) 486-6679

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Choosing Change Therapy, PLLC

Federal Way, WA 98023

(206) 486-6679

I am currently accepting new clients - all sessions are offered virtually. Please reach out for a free 15-min consultation to get started!

I specialize in Relationship Issues, Marital and Premarital and Anxiety

$150 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals, couples and families

Please watch my video to learn more about me and my practice.

Let's Connect (206) 486-6679

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Choosing Change Therapy, PLLC

Federal Way, WA 98023

(206) 486-6679

I am currently accepting new clients - all sessions are offered virtually. Please reach out for a free 15-min consultation to get started!

I specialize in Relationship Issues, Marital and Premarital and Anxiety

$150 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals, couples and families

Please watch my video to learn more about me and my practice.

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $150
Couple Sessions $175

Payment Methods

ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Paypal, Visa, Zelle

Insurance

BlueCross and BlueShield
LifeWise
Premera Blue Cross
Out of Network

Accepting Premera BCBS and Lifewise insurance. Superbill available upon request for services paid for. Check with your insurance about out-of-network benefits, including reimbursement

Briana Pontious

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (206) 486-6679

Accepting Premera BCBS and Lifewise insurance. Superbill available upon request for services paid for. Check with your insurance about out-of-network benefits, including reimbursement

Briana Pontious

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (206) 486-6679

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Prelicense by State of Washington / MG61386290 Supervised by Jessica Scales (Washington / LF60591454) Briana Pontious

Education and Years In Practice

In Practice for 4 years

Attended Northcentral University, Masters of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy, Graduated 2022

Additional Credentials

Membership with American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy 199851 / 2020

I have years of experience working with individuals, couples, and families utilizing a blend of evidence-based practices with a warm and compassionate collaborative style. I have specialized training in anxiety treatment in addition to my background in Marriage and Family Therapy.

Briana Pontious

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (206) 486-6679

Briana Pontious

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (206) 486-6679

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Relationship Issues
Marital and Premarital
Anxiety

Expertise

Bisexual
Body Image
Codependency
Coping Skills
Depression
Divorce
Emotional Disturbance
Family Conflict
Infertility
Lesbian
LGBTQ+
Life Transitions
Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
Peer Relationships
Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
Racial Identity
School Issues
Self Esteem
Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
Spirituality
Stress
Women's Issues

I help clients struggling with connections, be it within themselves manifesting in low self-esteem/self-confidence or anxiety, or with others such as family, friends, or partners. Collaboratively, we uncover their wants, needs, and desired life. Most of my clients have been able to connect with themselves and those around them to start uncovering and living their dreams.

Briana Pontious

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (206) 486-6679

Briana Pontious

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (206) 486-6679

3 Endorsements

Nicole Stack

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MPA, MPH

Briana creates a safe space for clients to speak their truth. With her calm presence, it's no wonder she has clients who've followed her along her career path. It's a pleasure to know Briana and connect with her as a trusted colleague!

Katie Gilbertson

Counselor, MA, LMHC

There's so much joy in how Briana speaks about her work with clients. She really connects with clients and genuinely wants them to find hope, create change, and heal from their struggles and traumas. I highly recommend Briana for creating positive change.

Allie Ash

Clinical Social Work/Therapist

Briana is highly skilled in working with individuals and couples navigating anxiety and life transitions. Their grounded presence and evidence-based approach offer clients a safe, supportive environment to grow and heal.

Client Focus

Age

Teen ,

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples ,

Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

HIV / AIDS Allied ,

Intersex Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Sex Worker Allied ,

Single Parent ,

Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Asian ,

Native American

Age

Teen ,

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples ,

Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

HIV / AIDS Allied ,

Intersex Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Sex Worker Allied ,

Single Parent ,

Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Asian ,

Native American

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Attachment-based
Compassion Focused
Culturally Sensitive
Emotionally Focused
Family / Marital
Family Systems
Feminist
Gottman Method
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Multicultural
Narrative
Positive Psychology
Relational
Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Strength-Based

I love working with individuals, couples, and families integrating various modalities that best fit each client. I believe therapy should be a relaxed and collaborative process. I hope to help you identify your strengths and dreams to create the life you want. My role is to help guide you through this process while yours is being the expert of your life.

Briana Pontious

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (206) 486-6679

Briana Pontious

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (206) 486-6679

Location

Primary Location

Choosing Change Therapy, PLLC

Federal Way, WA 98023

(206) 486-6679

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Cities

Counties

Zips

Neighborhoods

I am currently accepting new clients - all sessions are offered virtually. Please reach out for a free 15-min consultation to get started!

Briana Pontious

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA

Call for a free consultation now - (206) 486-6679

I am currently accepting new clients - all sessions are offered virtually. Please reach out for a free 15-min consultation to get started!

Briana Pontious

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA

Call for a free consultation now - (206) 486-6679

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