Therapists in Kent, WA
Sarah Goodale
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, MTh, LSWAIC
Verified Verified
Kent, WA 98042
Do you feel stuck? Are you looking for resources to help you/your child overcome anxiety, depression, social issues, anger, trauma, grief, or loneliness? Have you seen a change in your child and you are not sure how to support them? Are they acting out in school, isolating themselves, appear angry for no reason, or have stopped sharing their thoughts with you. I want to help you or your loved one to have a safe place to process, be equipped, identify & obtain your goals. I work with children (6 and up), teenagers, and adults of all ages.
Do you feel stuck? Are you looking for resources to help you/your child overcome anxiety, depression, social issues, anger, trauma, grief, or loneliness? Have you seen a change in your child and you are not sure how to support them? Are they acting out in school, isolating themselves, appear angry for no reason, or have stopped sharing their thoughts with you. I want to help you or your loved one to have a safe place to process, be equipped, identify & obtain your goals. I work with children (6 and up), teenagers, and adults of all ages.
Julie Barta
Licensed Educational Psychologist, PsyD, LEP, NCSP, LMHCA
Verified Verified
Kent, WA 98042
Dr. Barta offers evaluation and therapy services for children and adults who are neurodiverse and/or have a trauma history. Her expertise assessing with a neuropsychological lens allows gives a quick "map" to better understand yourself or your child. Her skillsets are perfect for tired parents, parents seeking an initial diagnosis/second opinion, children/adolescents in need of support, or for adults seeking relief or clarity of their own functioning. Her work was acknowledged in 2016 for School Psychologist of the Year.
Dr. Barta offers evaluation and therapy services for children and adults who are neurodiverse and/or have a trauma history. Her expertise assessing with a neuropsychological lens allows gives a quick "map" to better understand yourself or your child. Her skillsets are perfect for tired parents, parents seeking an initial diagnosis/second opinion, children/adolescents in need of support, or for adults seeking relief or clarity of their own functioning. Her work was acknowledged in 2016 for School Psychologist of the Year.
Alicia Christian
Pre-Licensed Professional, BA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kent, WA 98032
Waitlist for new clients
I work with individuals of all ages, but I particularly love working with children/teens! I also enjoy doing therapy in various formats. In addition to providing individual therapy, I offer parent coaching, family therapy, and couples counseling. My work utilizes therapeutic approaches such as Play Therapy, CBT, DBT, Hypnotherapy, Narrative Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy and Existential Therapy. My clients find me to be nonjudgemental, supportive and encouraging. I am a firm believer in the power of vulnerability, introspection and growth, and strive to create a safe and nonjudgemental space for all clients.
I work with individuals of all ages, but I particularly love working with children/teens! I also enjoy doing therapy in various formats. In addition to providing individual therapy, I offer parent coaching, family therapy, and couples counseling. My work utilizes therapeutic approaches such as Play Therapy, CBT, DBT, Hypnotherapy, Narrative Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy and Existential Therapy. My clients find me to be nonjudgemental, supportive and encouraging. I am a firm believer in the power of vulnerability, introspection and growth, and strive to create a safe and nonjudgemental space for all clients.
Angel Asuncion-Reed
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFTA, EMDR
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Kent, WA 98042
Waitlist for new clients
I practice Narrative Therapy, EMDR-trained (trauma-focused), Internal Family Systems Therapy, Child-Centered Play Therapy, Multicultural Therapy, Family Constellations (Ancestral Healing) Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy; also, integrating art & experiential therapy modalities.
My therapy work is rooted in a systemic approach with children, adolescents, couples, and families experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, parenting challenges, grief, etc... . Through my own identities and experiences as a 1.5 generation immigrant from the Philippines, being raised in Los Angeles, and as an educator for over 20 years, I understand the impact of harm and losses that carry from generation to generation caused by systems that are not made for us. They surface in our lives and within our relationships.
I practice Narrative Therapy, EMDR-trained (trauma-focused), Internal Family Systems Therapy, Child-Centered Play Therapy, Multicultural Therapy, Family Constellations (Ancestral Healing) Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy; also, integrating art & experiential therapy modalities.
My therapy work is rooted in a systemic approach with children, adolescents, couples, and families experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, parenting challenges, grief, etc... . Through my own identities and experiences as a 1.5 generation immigrant from the Philippines, being raised in Los Angeles, and as an educator for over 20 years, I understand the impact of harm and losses that carry from generation to generation caused by systems that are not made for us. They surface in our lives and within our relationships.
Neupathway (Maribel Aheran)
Counselor, EdD, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
Kent, WA 98031
Accepting New Patients, same week availability................................... Maribel Aheran Ed.D, LMHC-QS, NCC, MCAP is a bilingual (English & Spanish) licensed clinical mental health counselor with over 12 years of experience treating children, adolescents, college students, and adults. She completed a bachelor's degree in education from Caribbean University, a master's degree in English for speakers of other languages from Turabo University, a master's degree in Counseling and Psychology from Troy University, and a doctorate degree in education from Edgewood College.
Accepting New Patients, same week availability................................... Maribel Aheran Ed.D, LMHC-QS, NCC, MCAP is a bilingual (English & Spanish) licensed clinical mental health counselor with over 12 years of experience treating children, adolescents, college students, and adults. She completed a bachelor's degree in education from Caribbean University, a master's degree in English for speakers of other languages from Turabo University, a master's degree in Counseling and Psychology from Troy University, and a doctorate degree in education from Edgewood College.
Niashay Whitaker
Counselor, LMHC , MHP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Kent, WA 98032 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I aim to provide a supportive, judgement free environment. As my client, your wants and needs will become a priority. As a team we will work together to reach your goals. I work hard to understand my clients worldview while also maintaining the ability to share outside perspective. I believe that with the right support everyone has the ability to live a fulfilling life. If you are searching for support, healing, understanding, perspective, or challenge I would love to help you with your journey.
I aim to provide a supportive, judgement free environment. As my client, your wants and needs will become a priority. As a team we will work together to reach your goals. I work hard to understand my clients worldview while also maintaining the ability to share outside perspective. I believe that with the right support everyone has the ability to live a fulfilling life. If you are searching for support, healing, understanding, perspective, or challenge I would love to help you with your journey.
Owl's Well Counseling
Counselor, JD, MA, LMHC, CMHS, GMHS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Kent, WA 98030
Not accepting new clients
My clients are individuals, couples, families and groups across the life span. I work with children, youth, adults and elders. If you are facing a difficult life transition, I will accompany you through your anxiety, grief, depression, trauma or other challenges. I offer services to Veterans and their families through a grant from King County. I offer teletherapy.
My clients are individuals, couples, families and groups across the life span. I work with children, youth, adults and elders. If you are facing a difficult life transition, I will accompany you through your anxiety, grief, depression, trauma or other challenges. I offer services to Veterans and their families through a grant from King County. I offer teletherapy.
Bonnie Harvey
Counselor, MEd, ESA, LMHCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kent, WA 98042
Not accepting new clients
I love working with both children and adults.
**My caseload is full and I am not taking new clients at this time.** Are you missing your joy? Has your “little light” stopped shining? Does life seem harder than it used to? For 18 years, I have helped children and families cope with loss, trauma, and stressful life transitions including illness, family changes, and problems with schooling. My office is a safe space where you can share your story, explore problems, and discover solutions. When we get distracted and disconnected by stress, self-doubt, or traumatic events, we can wind up feeling confused, overwhelmed, frustrated, fearful, and alone. You are not alone.
I love working with both children and adults.
**My caseload is full and I am not taking new clients at this time.** Are you missing your joy? Has your “little light” stopped shining? Does life seem harder than it used to? For 18 years, I have helped children and families cope with loss, trauma, and stressful life transitions including illness, family changes, and problems with schooling. My office is a safe space where you can share your story, explore problems, and discover solutions. When we get distracted and disconnected by stress, self-doubt, or traumatic events, we can wind up feeling confused, overwhelmed, frustrated, fearful, and alone. You are not alone.
Perry Sage
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Kent, WA 98030
Not accepting new clients
Everyone has something amazing and wonderful about themselves! My approach to therapy is to help my clients find what this is and then use it to overcome their challenges and difficulties in life. I work with adolescents, and adults with a wide range of mental health issues from anxiety, depression, and difficult life events to everyday struggles.
Everyone has something amazing and wonderful about themselves! My approach to therapy is to help my clients find what this is and then use it to overcome their challenges and difficulties in life. I work with adolescents, and adults with a wide range of mental health issues from anxiety, depression, and difficult life events to everyday struggles.
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Tiffany Alexis Leal
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Federal Way, WA 98023 (Online Only)
My desire is to collaborate with clients on navigating their journey through life, relationships, and with themselves. I work with all identities and partnerships and affirm LGBTQIA+, BIPOC, and all marginalized communities. I work with individuals, couples, and families including children, adolescents, and young adults, who are experiencing a variety of stressors and mental health conditions including depression, anxiety, stress, relational conflict, and life transitions.
My desire is to collaborate with clients on navigating their journey through life, relationships, and with themselves. I work with all identities and partnerships and affirm LGBTQIA+, BIPOC, and all marginalized communities. I work with individuals, couples, and families including children, adolescents, and young adults, who are experiencing a variety of stressors and mental health conditions including depression, anxiety, stress, relational conflict, and life transitions.
Kate Wright, Child, Teen & Adult Psychotherapist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, RN, PMH-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tukwila, WA 98168
I encourage you to contact me with questions or worries you have, and we can talk about whether this would be a good fit for you or your child.
Therapy is a brave undertaking, and many people seek out therapy at a time in their life when they feel particularly vulnerable, confused, and stuck. Together we will explore areas of your life where patterns seem to repeat themselves, and think about new ways of understanding your experiences. I am a psychotherapist that serves children, teens and adults at my practice in Tukwila. I primarily provide individual psychotherapy to all ages, and supportive parenting sessions. I am also able to work with infants and toddlers and their caregivers together with a focus on the attachment relationship.
I encourage you to contact me with questions or worries you have, and we can talk about whether this would be a good fit for you or your child.
Therapy is a brave undertaking, and many people seek out therapy at a time in their life when they feel particularly vulnerable, confused, and stuck. Together we will explore areas of your life where patterns seem to repeat themselves, and think about new ways of understanding your experiences. I am a psychotherapist that serves children, teens and adults at my practice in Tukwila. I primarily provide individual psychotherapy to all ages, and supportive parenting sessions. I am also able to work with infants and toddlers and their caregivers together with a focus on the attachment relationship.
Richie Terry
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Renton, WA 98057
I have a wide variety of experience with children, teens, and adults. I especially enjoy working with people who are exploring identity development or need help with challenging experiences.
I have a wide variety of experience with children, teens, and adults. I especially enjoy working with people who are exploring identity development or need help with challenging experiences.
Krystal Wilson
Counselor, MS, LMHCA
Verified Verified
Lake Tapps, WA 98391
I have experience working with children, adults, and families.
I understand that relationships and connections with others can sometimes be difficult. My purpose is to help clients explore their frustrations and help them make meaningful connections with their natural supports. Communication and trust are important qualities to me as a therapist and in all aspects of life. They are the foundation of my work and drive therapy towards healing and positive outcomes. .
I have experience working with children, adults, and families.
I understand that relationships and connections with others can sometimes be difficult. My purpose is to help clients explore their frustrations and help them make meaningful connections with their natural supports. Communication and trust are important qualities to me as a therapist and in all aspects of life. They are the foundation of my work and drive therapy towards healing and positive outcomes. .
Michelle Hillar
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Renton, WA 98055 (Online Only)
Whether you're looking for counseling for a child or yourself, please call me for a free initial phone or video consultation.
Currently accepting new clients. Welcome! I have been working in the mental health field for many years, mostly devoted to helping treat anxiety, depression, and family issues. Mental health issues can be frightening and exhausting to deal with, so we will create goals for you to successfully achieve based on your own strengths. I believe we all have the ability within us to help heal our scars, pain, or trauma. We will work together to tap into this potential.
Whether you're looking for counseling for a child or yourself, please call me for a free initial phone or video consultation.
Currently accepting new clients. Welcome! I have been working in the mental health field for many years, mostly devoted to helping treat anxiety, depression, and family issues. Mental health issues can be frightening and exhausting to deal with, so we will create goals for you to successfully achieve based on your own strengths. I believe we all have the ability within us to help heal our scars, pain, or trauma. We will work together to tap into this potential.
Carly Pascoe
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Federal Way, WA 98003
I enjoy working with children, teens, young adults, parents, families, and groups. In addition, I also act as a consultant to various schools in the King County area. My education and clinical training is focused on providing treatment and assessment services to children, adults, and families presenting with a diverse range of emotional, medical, and neuro-psychological difficulties. Furthermore, I have worked extensively with children on the autism spectrum for over 15 years. I utilize both a Cognitive Behavioral & Family Systems approach in my clinical work.
I enjoy working with children, teens, young adults, parents, families, and groups. In addition, I also act as a consultant to various schools in the King County area. My education and clinical training is focused on providing treatment and assessment services to children, adults, and families presenting with a diverse range of emotional, medical, and neuro-psychological difficulties. Furthermore, I have worked extensively with children on the autism spectrum for over 15 years. I utilize both a Cognitive Behavioral & Family Systems approach in my clinical work.
Amy Schaller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Renton, WA 98055 (Online Only)
Are you wanting to find joy and ease in your parenting, but instead encountering frustration? If your child joined your family through adoption or has a trauma history, challenging moments can sometimes crowd out the joy. Maybe you find yourself yelling or losing your patience more than you would like. Maybe you’d like to get to the roots of your child’s baffling behaviors, but you don’t know where to start. Together, we can shift your perspective and see your child through a new lens. Underneath the big behaviors is your child's true self, a struggling child who wants to feel regulated, connected, and safe.
Are you wanting to find joy and ease in your parenting, but instead encountering frustration? If your child joined your family through adoption or has a trauma history, challenging moments can sometimes crowd out the joy. Maybe you find yourself yelling or losing your patience more than you would like. Maybe you’d like to get to the roots of your child’s baffling behaviors, but you don’t know where to start. Together, we can shift your perspective and see your child through a new lens. Underneath the big behaviors is your child's true self, a struggling child who wants to feel regulated, connected, and safe.
Sarah Ramstad
Counselor, MA, LMHC, PLLC
Verified Verified
Maple Valley, WA 98038
Often the struggles and barriers we face are opportunities to envision what we really want for our lives. I am here as a child & family therapist to join with you and your family where you are at in the moment, and to walk beside you towards where you hope to be. TOGETHER we will get to the heart of what really matters. I believe that each individual, from child to adult, has unique strengths to build upon. My approach establishes the foundation of treatment on these innate strengths to overcome challenges, as to move towards increased life satisfaction & healthy relationships.
Often the struggles and barriers we face are opportunities to envision what we really want for our lives. I am here as a child & family therapist to join with you and your family where you are at in the moment, and to walk beside you towards where you hope to be. TOGETHER we will get to the heart of what really matters. I believe that each individual, from child to adult, has unique strengths to build upon. My approach establishes the foundation of treatment on these innate strengths to overcome challenges, as to move towards increased life satisfaction & healthy relationships.
Susan Moynihan
Counselor, LMHC, CSAT
Not Verified Not Verified
2 Endorsed
Renton, WA 98057
My client profile consists of 1/3 children/adolescents, 1/3 trauma focused therapy due to sexual assault and/or sexual addiction impact, and 1/3 females over 40 who would like to explore making changes in life. I enjoy the diversity of my practice as all the above mentioned areas enable me to work with both childhood disorders and relational challenges into adulthood. My focus on sexual addiction/trauma and family of origin issues is to provide supportive and therapeutic space for partners and children/teens who have been impacted by someone who has either a confirmed or suspected sexual addiction.
My client profile consists of 1/3 children/adolescents, 1/3 trauma focused therapy due to sexual assault and/or sexual addiction impact, and 1/3 females over 40 who would like to explore making changes in life. I enjoy the diversity of my practice as all the above mentioned areas enable me to work with both childhood disorders and relational challenges into adulthood. My focus on sexual addiction/trauma and family of origin issues is to provide supportive and therapeutic space for partners and children/teens who have been impacted by someone who has either a confirmed or suspected sexual addiction.
Jill Cole
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Tukwila, WA 98178
My initial training was in family therapy, and I later completed Seattle's first ever child therapy program.
I am a licensed clinical social worker (with a doctorate from Columbia University) with over 40 years of practice experience with children, families, couples, and adults. My approach to our work is "psychodynamic" and I believe in the power of the therapeutic relationship. I am open to consultation, crisis intervention, short term therapy, and more intensive, insight oriented treatment. The "ideal client" is the one who is willing to work hard. So am I!
My initial training was in family therapy, and I later completed Seattle's first ever child therapy program.
I am a licensed clinical social worker (with a doctorate from Columbia University) with over 40 years of practice experience with children, families, couples, and adults. My approach to our work is "psychodynamic" and I believe in the power of the therapeutic relationship. I am open to consultation, crisis intervention, short term therapy, and more intensive, insight oriented treatment. The "ideal client" is the one who is willing to work hard. So am I!
Ed Aronwald
Counselor, MEd, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Renton, WA 98056
I work with children and adolescents struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, grief and loss, family changes, challenging peer relationships and the behaviors that can result from these issues. I have training and experience using Play Therapy and Sandplay, which employ children's natural way of communicating and learning, as well as other therapeutic modalities as appropriate to each individual. My approach is client centered and often non-directive, believing that when children experience emotional safety in a non-judgmental relationship, their inner wisdom naturally emerges to guide their learning, healing and growth.
I work with children and adolescents struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, grief and loss, family changes, challenging peer relationships and the behaviors that can result from these issues. I have training and experience using Play Therapy and Sandplay, which employ children's natural way of communicating and learning, as well as other therapeutic modalities as appropriate to each individual. My approach is client centered and often non-directive, believing that when children experience emotional safety in a non-judgmental relationship, their inner wisdom naturally emerges to guide their learning, healing and growth.
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Child psychologists in Kent, WA provide mental health therapy to children and are experts in child development.
Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Kent build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.
Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Kent build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.