Emily Lutz
Counselor, LMHCA
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Let's Connect (360) 312-4682

Available both in-person and online
Centralia, WA 98531
Do you often find yourself overwhelmed by the need to please others, putting your own needs last in order to avoid conflict or rejection? Perhaps you’re caught in a cycle of worry, constantly anticipating the worst, or struggling to stay grounded amidst the chaos of your thoughts. Maybe past trauma continues to haunt your present, leaving you feeling disconnected, stuck, or unsafe. If you’ve been grappling with any of these challenges, know that you’re not alone and that healing is possible. My goal is to support you in understanding and transforming these painful patterns.
I believe that healing begins with understanding yourself and your story. Working together, we’ll explore the root causes of your struggles, helping you to develop deeper self-awareness and greater resilience. By examining the thoughts, emotions, and behaviors that are no longer serving you, you will discover new ways to function that bring more flourishing.
Through a combination of Mindfulness, Relational Psychodynamic Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Family Systems, and Self-Compassion practices, we will work to foster balance, integration, and adaptability in your life. If you are ready to move towards healing, I invite you to reach out for a complimentary consultation!
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $145
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
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- Aetna
- Blue Cross
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
- First Choice Health | FCH
- First Health
- Kaiser (Out-of-Network)
- Kaiser PPO
- LifeWise
- Moda Health
- MultiPlan
- Optum
- PacificSource
- Premera Blue Cross
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
- Out of Network
Emily Lutz
Counselor, LMHCA
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (360) 312-4682
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Washington / MC61556807 Emily Lutz
- Attended The Seattle School of Theology & Psychology , M.A. Counseling Psychology
- Certificate from The Allender Center at The Seattle School Narrative Focused Trauma Care Level III / 2024
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Emily Lutz
Counselor, LMHCA
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (360) 312-4682
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- Self Esteem
- Trauma and PTSD
Expertise
- Body Image
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- LGBTQ+
- Life Transitions
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Relationship Issues
- Sexual Abuse
- Spirituality
- Stress
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- Compassion Focused
- Family Systems
- Mindfulness
- Narrative
- Person-Centered
- Psychodynamic
- Relational
- Trauma Focused