Family Therapy in 98004
I work closely with other sexual addiction professionals as we treat the entire system (acting out partner, affected partner and family).
At it's core, therapy is a process of healing and change. The decision to address an addiction, change your struggling marriage or address the other issues that hold you back is a difficult, but important step. I work with you to strengthen your relationships, create intimate connections, and sort through the baggage of life. My approach is positive, supportive and challenging when needed. In addition to addiction work, I also do "general practitioner" work like depression, anxiety, couple/marital therapy, and other mental health issues. My office is a safe and affirming space for all gender and sexual orientations.
I work closely with other sexual addiction professionals as we treat the entire system (acting out partner, affected partner and family).
At it's core, therapy is a process of healing and change. The decision to address an addiction, change your struggling marriage or address the other issues that hold you back is a difficult, but important step. I work with you to strengthen your relationships, create intimate connections, and sort through the baggage of life. My approach is positive, supportive and challenging when needed. In addition to addiction work, I also do "general practitioner" work like depression, anxiety, couple/marital therapy, and other mental health issues. My office is a safe and affirming space for all gender and sexual orientations.
Madeline Berry
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bellevue, WA 98004
Evidence-based modalities of treatment are foundational to my practice, such as CBT, DBT and Family Systems Theory.
Overwhelmed by anxious thoughts? Wondering if your relationship with food and body image is healthy? Wanting to unlearn the harmful thought patterns you seem to find yourself in over and over? I offer a space to explore and process emotions, and learn more about yourself and the internal narratives that are keeping you from your fullest, healthiest life. I provide tangible coping skills and a supportive partner beside you as you walk along your therapy path. I believe the relationship I build with my clients is important, because making sure you feel safe and heard matters greatly to me.
Evidence-based modalities of treatment are foundational to my practice, such as CBT, DBT and Family Systems Theory.
Overwhelmed by anxious thoughts? Wondering if your relationship with food and body image is healthy? Wanting to unlearn the harmful thought patterns you seem to find yourself in over and over? I offer a space to explore and process emotions, and learn more about yourself and the internal narratives that are keeping you from your fullest, healthiest life. I provide tangible coping skills and a supportive partner beside you as you walk along your therapy path. I believe the relationship I build with my clients is important, because making sure you feel safe and heard matters greatly to me.
Tina Ensminger
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CST
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Bellevue, WA 98004
It would be my privilege to walk beside you and your family toward greater wholeness.
Are you feeling "stuck" as a result of painful life circumstances or relationships? Do you have sexual intimacy concerns and unsure where to turn for help? Are you struggling to cope with issues related to parenting, illness, aging or other life transitions? Do you desire something different in your life, but are not quite sure where to start? I work with individual adults and couples who want to feel better and create deeper, more satisfying relationships.
It would be my privilege to walk beside you and your family toward greater wholeness.
Are you feeling "stuck" as a result of painful life circumstances or relationships? Do you have sexual intimacy concerns and unsure where to turn for help? Are you struggling to cope with issues related to parenting, illness, aging or other life transitions? Do you desire something different in your life, but are not quite sure where to start? I work with individual adults and couples who want to feel better and create deeper, more satisfying relationships.
Ellen Bovarnick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MBA, MSW, MHP, LICSW
Verified Verified
Bellevue, WA 98004 (Online Only)
As a therapist, I focus on supporting clients in navigating the unique challenges in their lives. I draw on my training and 20+ years of experience in many treatment techniques including family systems, psychodynamic, gestalt, transactional analysis, EFT, mindfulness, bereavement and cognitive behavioral therapies in my work. I tailor my work to the client's needs while building on their existing skill sets and supporting their innate strengths.
As a therapist, I focus on supporting clients in navigating the unique challenges in their lives. I draw on my training and 20+ years of experience in many treatment techniques including family systems, psychodynamic, gestalt, transactional analysis, EFT, mindfulness, bereavement and cognitive behavioral therapies in my work. I tailor my work to the client's needs while building on their existing skill sets and supporting their innate strengths.
You thought that you were going to have a great marriage, but so far that hasn't been working out. You hate the idea of divorce, but also hate the idea of coming home from work and having a big fight, so maybe you just avoid each other in order to keep the peace. You've perfected how to go through the motions with your friends and family, but behind closed doors, the two of you can hardly look each other in the eye. Or maybe you are struggling with a job you don't like, being too busy and stressed out all the time, or feeling stuck in a life you know should be better. You were created to live a dynamic life, and this isn't it.
You thought that you were going to have a great marriage, but so far that hasn't been working out. You hate the idea of divorce, but also hate the idea of coming home from work and having a big fight, so maybe you just avoid each other in order to keep the peace. You've perfected how to go through the motions with your friends and family, but behind closed doors, the two of you can hardly look each other in the eye. Or maybe you are struggling with a job you don't like, being too busy and stressed out all the time, or feeling stuck in a life you know should be better. You were created to live a dynamic life, and this isn't it.
Everyone faces challenges in their lives that may cause stress, concerns, or behaviors that lead to a desire for change. In these times of transition it can be helpful to have a guide who is not a family member or friend; someone who can help by offering new ideas & help to create concrete goals to move toward positive change. My intent is to facilitate that process. I believe in addressing the “whole person”: mentally, physically, emotionally & spiritually, in ways that fit you & your needs because it's You, by Us.
Everyone faces challenges in their lives that may cause stress, concerns, or behaviors that lead to a desire for change. In these times of transition it can be helpful to have a guide who is not a family member or friend; someone who can help by offering new ideas & help to create concrete goals to move toward positive change. My intent is to facilitate that process. I believe in addressing the “whole person”: mentally, physically, emotionally & spiritually, in ways that fit you & your needs because it's You, by Us.
Kristin M Kalning
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMTA
Verified Verified
Bellevue, WA 98004
I am trained as a family therapist, and am keenly aware of the ways in which anxiety and OCD can affect important relationships.
I work primarily with adolescents and adults experiencing obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), and a wide range of anxiety disorders including Generalized Anxiety Disorder and Social Anxiety Disorder. I recognize that reaching out for help can be a scary and vulnerable experience. My first priority is to ensure that my clients feel safe, respected, and accepted. My style is direct, compassionate, curious, and playful.
I am trained as a family therapist, and am keenly aware of the ways in which anxiety and OCD can affect important relationships.
I work primarily with adolescents and adults experiencing obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), and a wide range of anxiety disorders including Generalized Anxiety Disorder and Social Anxiety Disorder. I recognize that reaching out for help can be a scary and vulnerable experience. My first priority is to ensure that my clients feel safe, respected, and accepted. My style is direct, compassionate, curious, and playful.
Welcome. I apply my 37 plus years of experience to assist adults, adolescents, and children who are seeking happier, better balanced lives. My approach is accepting, hopeful, creative, and sometimes humorous. I use different techniques according to my client's needs, preferences and age. I am influenced by Positive Psychology and Adlerian Psychology. Within this framework, sessions may include cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, play, art, and the exploration of existential themes. I use an Adlerian approach to child / family therapy. This approach is the basis of the popular "Positive Discipline" series.
Welcome. I apply my 37 plus years of experience to assist adults, adolescents, and children who are seeking happier, better balanced lives. My approach is accepting, hopeful, creative, and sometimes humorous. I use different techniques according to my client's needs, preferences and age. I am influenced by Positive Psychology and Adlerian Psychology. Within this framework, sessions may include cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, play, art, and the exploration of existential themes. I use an Adlerian approach to child / family therapy. This approach is the basis of the popular "Positive Discipline" series.
Do you ever feel like you're not in control of yourself? Do you find yourself wrestling with unwanted thoughts or images that just won't go away? Do you have to constantly distract yourself to ease your thoughts or emotions? Are you often held back from doing things you genuinely want to do because of a fear of failure or judgment? Do you feel like balancing school, work, family, and parenting is too much to handle?
Do you ever feel like you're not in control of yourself? Do you find yourself wrestling with unwanted thoughts or images that just won't go away? Do you have to constantly distract yourself to ease your thoughts or emotions? Are you often held back from doing things you genuinely want to do because of a fear of failure or judgment? Do you feel like balancing school, work, family, and parenting is too much to handle?
Molly Reback
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISCW
Verified Verified
Bellevue, WA 98004 (Online Only)
I would be honored to spend some time getting to know you or your family, hearing about what you are experiencing, and how I might be able to support you.
I come to the therapy room with extensive training and experience. I have worked in both top rated healthcare organizations with adults and their families as well treatment centers for children and adolescents. I truly enjoy working with people throughout the lifespan. In addition, I have extensive background working with physicians and nurses navigating the myriad of stressors that come with working in healthcare. I have a unique understanding of what it means to work on the front lines - whether we are the leader during a crisis, the primary emotional support person in our family or the head of an organization.
I would be honored to spend some time getting to know you or your family, hearing about what you are experiencing, and how I might be able to support you.
I come to the therapy room with extensive training and experience. I have worked in both top rated healthcare organizations with adults and their families as well treatment centers for children and adolescents. I truly enjoy working with people throughout the lifespan. In addition, I have extensive background working with physicians and nurses navigating the myriad of stressors that come with working in healthcare. I have a unique understanding of what it means to work on the front lines - whether we are the leader during a crisis, the primary emotional support person in our family or the head of an organization.
Please get in touch for a free phone consultation to discuss your needs and goals to help you determine if I'm the right fit for you and your family.
I have over 10 years experience providing mental health services across outpatient, school, and residential settings. My work is guided by well researched approaches shown to be effective for the problems that I treat, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP). As a former school psychologist, I welcome and emphasize collaboration with my client's school districts to create effective wrap-around support. I aim to incorporating real world experience into treatment where possible and meet clients outdoors or for activities on a case-by-case basis.
Please get in touch for a free phone consultation to discuss your needs and goals to help you determine if I'm the right fit for you and your family.
I have over 10 years experience providing mental health services across outpatient, school, and residential settings. My work is guided by well researched approaches shown to be effective for the problems that I treat, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP). As a former school psychologist, I welcome and emphasize collaboration with my client's school districts to create effective wrap-around support. I aim to incorporating real world experience into treatment where possible and meet clients outdoors or for activities on a case-by-case basis.
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Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bellevue, WA 98004 (Online Only)
Creating an engaged therapeutic relationship is where we start. I became a therapist because I believe in the power of relationships. Moved by my own experiences, I wanted to guide others to push past perceived limitations, obstacles, and fear to live a full and meaningful life. We all have the ability to grow, heal, and move forward. I have over 20 years of experience providing individual and group therapy, focusing on parent coaching, family systems work, and navigating depression and anxiety. I have sat across and heard many stories of loss and courage with an open heart - let's work together to explore yours.
Creating an engaged therapeutic relationship is where we start. I became a therapist because I believe in the power of relationships. Moved by my own experiences, I wanted to guide others to push past perceived limitations, obstacles, and fear to live a full and meaningful life. We all have the ability to grow, heal, and move forward. I have over 20 years of experience providing individual and group therapy, focusing on parent coaching, family systems work, and navigating depression and anxiety. I have sat across and heard many stories of loss and courage with an open heart - let's work together to explore yours.
I provide therapeutic services for adults, adolescents and children. I incorporate aspects of applied behavior analysis, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, psycho-education, and family systems theories. I work with a broad spectrum of people with diverse neurological makeup including but not limited to those diagnosed with developmental disabilities, ADHD, Autism, Depression and Anxiety.
I provide therapeutic services for adults, adolescents and children. I incorporate aspects of applied behavior analysis, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, psycho-education, and family systems theories. I work with a broad spectrum of people with diverse neurological makeup including but not limited to those diagnosed with developmental disabilities, ADHD, Autism, Depression and Anxiety.
If you are seeking help for yourself or your family, I encourage you to get in touch.
Welcome to a space where you are empowered to navigate the depths of your experiences and emerge transformed. My clients are artists, writers, execs, adoptees, neurodivergent folx, and others ready to embark on the Work. We co-create tailored therapy to resolve traumatic stress, nurture attachments, and cultivate ways of being that honor Self. Through IFS, EMDR, Safe & Sound Protocol, Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy & Psychedelic Integration, we develop a comprehensive approach to healing and embodying new ways of being. I also offer adoptive parent support on attachment, trauma, emotional dysregulation, identity, & separation.
If you are seeking help for yourself or your family, I encourage you to get in touch.
Welcome to a space where you are empowered to navigate the depths of your experiences and emerge transformed. My clients are artists, writers, execs, adoptees, neurodivergent folx, and others ready to embark on the Work. We co-create tailored therapy to resolve traumatic stress, nurture attachments, and cultivate ways of being that honor Self. Through IFS, EMDR, Safe & Sound Protocol, Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy & Psychedelic Integration, we develop a comprehensive approach to healing and embodying new ways of being. I also offer adoptive parent support on attachment, trauma, emotional dysregulation, identity, & separation.
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adolescents and adults. Sometimes, it is difficult to talk to our family
or friends about our problems. Meeting with Dr. Janet can help you to
assess the seriousness of a problem and the best way to cope with it. Dr.
Look is trained in assessment and psychotherapeutic techniques that can
help you to answer your questions and manage your problems. You will
learn to develop an individualized plan based on your strengths for dealing with your personal, educational and occupational needs.
Dr. Look provides individual, family and group psychotherapy for children,
adolescents and adults. Sometimes, it is difficult to talk to our family
or friends about our problems. Meeting with Dr. Janet can help you to
assess the seriousness of a problem and the best way to cope with it. Dr.
Look is trained in assessment and psychotherapeutic techniques that can
help you to answer your questions and manage your problems. You will
learn to develop an individualized plan based on your strengths for dealing with your personal, educational and occupational needs.
* At present I am only seeing only existing clients, and only via telehealth. I am a positive and approachable mental health professional. I utilize current research and best practices to help you to relieve distress and live a productive, meaningful, and satisfying life. I work with you to determine outcome goals which may include reducing challenging behaviors getting in the way of your success, improving work or school performance, navigating painful transitions, and/or making family time more enjoyable.
* At present I am only seeing only existing clients, and only via telehealth. I am a positive and approachable mental health professional. I utilize current research and best practices to help you to relieve distress and live a productive, meaningful, and satisfying life. I work with you to determine outcome goals which may include reducing challenging behaviors getting in the way of your success, improving work or school performance, navigating painful transitions, and/or making family time more enjoyable.
With a background in education, life certificate in school psychology and neuropsychology and training at the University of Washington Medical Center and Children's Hospital Los Angeles, I work with all ages 6-96. My unique interests include Non Verbal Learning Differences and family interventions that assist for a lifetime. Creativity, science, and disciplined application are the tools in a cognitive behavioral, object relations approach that moves the client forward with responsibility, boundaries, and wise choices.
With a background in education, life certificate in school psychology and neuropsychology and training at the University of Washington Medical Center and Children's Hospital Los Angeles, I work with all ages 6-96. My unique interests include Non Verbal Learning Differences and family interventions that assist for a lifetime. Creativity, science, and disciplined application are the tools in a cognitive behavioral, object relations approach that moves the client forward with responsibility, boundaries, and wise choices.
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Psychologist, EdD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bellevue, WA 98004
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You can have closer relationships with your partner, family, and friends!.
Is it sometimes a struggle for you to feel comfortable being yourself around others? Maybe you tend to keep your opinions and feelings to yourself unless you’re sure you won’t be judged by family and friends? Loyalty and being there for loved ones is important to you and you’ll often drop what you’re doing when it feels you’re needed by a friend or family member. Unfortunately, it may not seem that they do the same for you when you’re the one feeling upset or overwhelmed. You may be afraid to bring this up, worried that they'll think you're overreacting. Deep down, you want to share your feelings without it becoming an argument.
You can have closer relationships with your partner, family, and friends!.
Is it sometimes a struggle for you to feel comfortable being yourself around others? Maybe you tend to keep your opinions and feelings to yourself unless you’re sure you won’t be judged by family and friends? Loyalty and being there for loved ones is important to you and you’ll often drop what you’re doing when it feels you’re needed by a friend or family member. Unfortunately, it may not seem that they do the same for you when you’re the one feeling upset or overwhelmed. You may be afraid to bring this up, worried that they'll think you're overreacting. Deep down, you want to share your feelings without it becoming an argument.
My specialty areas include: adolescent and adult men; mood disorders including depression and seasonal affective disorder, anxiety disorders; couples counseling; adjustment disorders; family problems; and relationship issues.
The alliance we build as client and therapist is a necessary and very important part of the therapeutic process. I carefully assess each individuals or couples strengths, history of relationships, sense of self, developmental status, learning styles, symptoms and readiness to change. I believe that what you find helpful to talk about in each session is most important. You and I will develop a treatment plan based upon these factors, your experience, my professional experience, research findings and what you would like to accomplish in therapy. I have a general practice and also have areas of specialty.
My specialty areas include: adolescent and adult men; mood disorders including depression and seasonal affective disorder, anxiety disorders; couples counseling; adjustment disorders; family problems; and relationship issues.
The alliance we build as client and therapist is a necessary and very important part of the therapeutic process. I carefully assess each individuals or couples strengths, history of relationships, sense of self, developmental status, learning styles, symptoms and readiness to change. I believe that what you find helpful to talk about in each session is most important. You and I will develop a treatment plan based upon these factors, your experience, my professional experience, research findings and what you would like to accomplish in therapy. I have a general practice and also have areas of specialty.
Zosia Whittaker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bellevue, WA 98004
I consider it a true honor to be invited into someone's emotional space during a difficult time. Many of my clients manage grief, loss, chronic illness, and family conflict. My clients are their own experts in how to cope with adversity in their own lives and I always feel privileged to be invited to walk beside them on this journey.
I consider it a true honor to be invited into someone's emotional space during a difficult time. Many of my clients manage grief, loss, chronic illness, and family conflict. My clients are their own experts in how to cope with adversity in their own lives and I always feel privileged to be invited to walk beside them on this journey.
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Family Therapy
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.