Experiential Therapy in 99223
Jillian Jessup
Counselor, MS, LMHCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Spokane, WA 99223
Drawing from evidence-based practices and a diverse therapeutic toolkit, I blend modalities such as Person-Centered Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Experiential Therapy to empower clients on their journey towards mental wellness.
Welcome! I'm dedicated to fostering a compassionate, authentic, & supportive environment for individuals seeking healing and personal growth. Life's journey can present challenges that feel overwhelming, but I firmly believe that with support, we can navigate these obstacles & emerge stronger. With over 12 years of experience spanning across children, adolescents, and adults, my approach is tailored to meet each client's unique needs and goals. While specializing in anxiety & depressive disorders, I also have extensive experience supporting clients through various challenges, including relationship difficulties, & life transitions.
Drawing from evidence-based practices and a diverse therapeutic toolkit, I blend modalities such as Person-Centered Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Experiential Therapy to empower clients on their journey towards mental wellness.
Welcome! I'm dedicated to fostering a compassionate, authentic, & supportive environment for individuals seeking healing and personal growth. Life's journey can present challenges that feel overwhelming, but I firmly believe that with support, we can navigate these obstacles & emerge stronger. With over 12 years of experience spanning across children, adolescents, and adults, my approach is tailored to meet each client's unique needs and goals. While specializing in anxiety & depressive disorders, I also have extensive experience supporting clients through various challenges, including relationship difficulties, & life transitions.
Taneille Smith
Counselor, LMHC, LMFT, KAP
Verified Verified
Spokane, WA 99223 (Online Only)
Lately, life feels like an endless grind. You have lots of responsibilities and you don't see them vanishing anytime soon. You can identify with some or all of these feelings – depressed, anxious, emotionally volatile, flat, heavy, exhausted, nervous, depleted, unmotivated. It’s likely that you’ve tried a number of different things to help yourself – self-help books, “wellness” podcasts, yoga, medication, even therapy. While these things may have helped somewhat, you still find yourself struggling to feel joy, ease and contentment on a consistent basis. In fact, you hate to admit it but hopelessness is a familiar friend.
Lately, life feels like an endless grind. You have lots of responsibilities and you don't see them vanishing anytime soon. You can identify with some or all of these feelings – depressed, anxious, emotionally volatile, flat, heavy, exhausted, nervous, depleted, unmotivated. It’s likely that you’ve tried a number of different things to help yourself – self-help books, “wellness” podcasts, yoga, medication, even therapy. While these things may have helped somewhat, you still find yourself struggling to feel joy, ease and contentment on a consistent basis. In fact, you hate to admit it but hopelessness is a familiar friend.
Anchor Counseling Services Spokane
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Spokane, WA 99223
I believe that beginning therapy doesn't mean that something is wrong with you. It can be that safe hour you take to nourish yourself and find clarity. With this self-care it is possible to begin the changes that seemed overwhelming by yourself. Children and adolescents are often surprised to find therapy a fun hour where they enjoy new ways of telling their story and being heard. You don't have to go it alone. Together we can find healing.
I believe that beginning therapy doesn't mean that something is wrong with you. It can be that safe hour you take to nourish yourself and find clarity. With this self-care it is possible to begin the changes that seemed overwhelming by yourself. Children and adolescents are often surprised to find therapy a fun hour where they enjoy new ways of telling their story and being heard. You don't have to go it alone. Together we can find healing.
Matt Kinder
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSWAIC
Verified Verified
Spokane, WA 99223
After working in Hospice care for over 20 years I have a unique perspective on how people view life, what has mattered, the impact of choices made, and the shared wisdom from life’s experiences. You can expect from me authenticity, kindness, and professionalism. My hope is that you will genuinely feel cared about, listened to, and understood.
After working in Hospice care for over 20 years I have a unique perspective on how people view life, what has mattered, the impact of choices made, and the shared wisdom from life’s experiences. You can expect from me authenticity, kindness, and professionalism. My hope is that you will genuinely feel cared about, listened to, and understood.
Tiffany London Riddle
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFTA, MBA
Verified Verified
Spokane, WA 99223
I am confident people can experience and live within healthy relationships showing up self-assured of who they are and how they communicate with the ability to create change and heal within themselves. My psychotherapy practice focuses on relationships. I enjoy helping people understand the complexities of their human interactions using simple words. I like to help people feel understood, look at their joys and pains, and be motivated to change which all leads to a life experiencing Jagged Joy.
I am confident people can experience and live within healthy relationships showing up self-assured of who they are and how they communicate with the ability to create change and heal within themselves. My psychotherapy practice focuses on relationships. I enjoy helping people understand the complexities of their human interactions using simple words. I like to help people feel understood, look at their joys and pains, and be motivated to change which all leads to a life experiencing Jagged Joy.
Lindy Turner - Life Tango Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Spokane, WA 99223
Life can take many a difficult turn. A sudden tragedy, abrupt life change, or physical loss can leave us not knowing how to handle the emotional distress. Sometimes we find ourselves struggling to cope in a relationship that once was beautiful. Young families with developing children can begin experiencing great conflict for no apparent reason. The anxiety and depression we feel because of past neglect, abuse, or trauma can become overwhelming even years after the fact. Some of us feel like we have always been broken. Good news! There is healing. There is hope. There is a brighter tomorrow with a new, joyful outlook on life.
Life can take many a difficult turn. A sudden tragedy, abrupt life change, or physical loss can leave us not knowing how to handle the emotional distress. Sometimes we find ourselves struggling to cope in a relationship that once was beautiful. Young families with developing children can begin experiencing great conflict for no apparent reason. The anxiety and depression we feel because of past neglect, abuse, or trauma can become overwhelming even years after the fact. Some of us feel like we have always been broken. Good news! There is healing. There is hope. There is a brighter tomorrow with a new, joyful outlook on life.
Samme Newman
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Spokane, WA 99223 (Online Only)
Life can be hard but what’s even harder is trying to figure it out on your own. Trauma, depression, anxiety among other difficulties can be challenging to understand and cause chaos to our lives and relationships. We want to feel better, but feel as if everything and everyone is letting us down. What we want most is to feel strong and free from the burdens of life. Every person’s struggle is unique, but so are their strengths. My goal as a counselor is to help clients find their unique strengths and freedom from pain. I place great importance on assisting clients in finding the tools to succeed and find peace in their world.
Life can be hard but what’s even harder is trying to figure it out on your own. Trauma, depression, anxiety among other difficulties can be challenging to understand and cause chaos to our lives and relationships. We want to feel better, but feel as if everything and everyone is letting us down. What we want most is to feel strong and free from the burdens of life. Every person’s struggle is unique, but so are their strengths. My goal as a counselor is to help clients find their unique strengths and freedom from pain. I place great importance on assisting clients in finding the tools to succeed and find peace in their world.
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Experiential Therapy
How does experiential therapy work?
Experiential therapy works by allowing an individual to use their creativity to re-imagine themselves and their lives in an effort to process their emotions. Experiential therapy may take many forms, including engaging clients through art, re-enactments, role-playing, music, or forms of physical recreation. By focusing on these activities, experiential therapists help individuals identify the emotions they associate with previous experiences and work together to cope with negative reactions, like fear, anger, or shame.
Is experiential therapy evidence-based?
Experiential therapy incorporates many therapy modalities, some of which have been more closely researched than others. Music therapy, for example, has been shown to help with sleep problems. Some studies find that art therapy can be beneficial for those with eating disorders or personality disorders, while other research suggests that such approaches have little impact.
How long does experiential therapy last?
The duration of experiential therapy will depend on the type of therapy used as well as the severity of the challenges an individual faces. Play therapy sessions may last for 30 to 45 minutes, and usually occur weekly for about 20 sessions. Art therapy may comprise 10 to 15 weekly sessions. Music therapy sessions generally last between 30 and 50 minutes and can be scheduled weekly or on an as-needed basis. For each therapy type, clients should periodically discuss their goals with their therapist to make sure the two are aligned on process and progress.
Does experiential therapy help with trauma?
Trauma is one area where experiential therapy may be useful. Traumatic experiences such as combat or childhood abuse can be so painful that articulating them can be too scary or painful; creating visual art allows people to express themselves without words, and tell their story in a different way. Listening to music can be relaxing, while making music as part of a group provides plenty of opportunities to connect with other people. Play therapy is often of value to children who have experienced a loss or distressing family experience, or who have been physically or emotionally abused.