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Matthew A Johnson
Psychologist, PsyD, MSW
Verified Verified
Chehalis, WA 98532
I've spoken in all 50 States several times, most of Canada, and at the World Family Therapy Conference in Europe.
I have worked in the Mental Health Field for 40 years. I've been a Licensed Clinical Psychologist for 27 of those 40 years. I work with children, adolescents, couples, and families. I work with clients of all ages who struggle with ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), PTSD, Alcohol/Drug Addictions, Family/Parenting, Marital, Sex Abuse, Sexual Addiction, Career Concerns, Self-Esteem Issues, Spirituality Issues, Law Enforcement Personnel Issues, Military Personnel Issues, Athletics, and much more.
I've spoken in all 50 States several times, most of Canada, and at the World Family Therapy Conference in Europe.
I have worked in the Mental Health Field for 40 years. I've been a Licensed Clinical Psychologist for 27 of those 40 years. I work with children, adolescents, couples, and families. I work with clients of all ages who struggle with ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), PTSD, Alcohol/Drug Addictions, Family/Parenting, Marital, Sex Abuse, Sexual Addiction, Career Concerns, Self-Esteem Issues, Spirituality Issues, Law Enforcement Personnel Issues, Military Personnel Issues, Athletics, and much more.
(360) 226-7339 View (360) 226-7339

Online Therapists

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Sable Elizabeth Bruce
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Olympia, WA 98512
My therapeutic training is in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), attachment theory, mindfulness, expressive and narrative therapy, internal family systems, anti-oppression theory, dream work, traditional healing, and liberation psychology.
I offer land-based therapy. This work entails an embodied experience of healing through a collaboration with nature and myself. I believe wholeheartedly that our wellness is interwoven with the health of our environment and remembering we are also nature. My office is outdoors, on land being stewarded to enhance the prairie ecosystem and support sustainable food practices. A typical session will include mindfulness practices to regulate the nervous system, activity that supports a relationship not just with self, but also connecting to land, typically through gardening and other land stewarding practices.
My therapeutic training is in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), attachment theory, mindfulness, expressive and narrative therapy, internal family systems, anti-oppression theory, dream work, traditional healing, and liberation psychology.
I offer land-based therapy. This work entails an embodied experience of healing through a collaboration with nature and myself. I believe wholeheartedly that our wellness is interwoven with the health of our environment and remembering we are also nature. My office is outdoors, on land being stewarded to enhance the prairie ecosystem and support sustainable food practices. A typical session will include mindfulness practices to regulate the nervous system, activity that supports a relationship not just with self, but also connecting to land, typically through gardening and other land stewarding practices.
(360) 614-2102 View (360) 614-2102
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Elisabeth Esmiol Wilson
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Federal Way, WA 98023  (Online Only)
As a published author, a current clinical supervisor, a former tenured professor of Sex Therapy and Marriage and Family Therapy, and a regular speaker at various workshops, I find that my experience training therapists and community members keeps me current and continually learning how to best serve the people I work with.
Do you want to improve communication and understanding, work through past hurts such as infidelity, rebuild trust or increase intimacy? I am committed to helping people connect, heal and build mutually respectful, loving relationships. I work from a relational-experiential perspective which gives each person room to voice their desires and needs while learning to engage in new patterns and ways of being together. I enjoy working with people in any stage of relationship and I am committed to working together to help you reach your goals.
As a published author, a current clinical supervisor, a former tenured professor of Sex Therapy and Marriage and Family Therapy, and a regular speaker at various workshops, I find that my experience training therapists and community members keeps me current and continually learning how to best serve the people I work with.
Do you want to improve communication and understanding, work through past hurts such as infidelity, rebuild trust or increase intimacy? I am committed to helping people connect, heal and build mutually respectful, loving relationships. I work from a relational-experiential perspective which gives each person room to voice their desires and needs while learning to engage in new patterns and ways of being together. I enjoy working with people in any stage of relationship and I am committed to working together to help you reach your goals.
(253) 655-0633 View (253) 655-0633
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Tammette Chitwood
Counselor, LMCHA
Verified Verified
Bellevue, WA 98004  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
As your therapist, my goal is to provide you with a warm and welcoming environment where you are free to explore the areas of your life you wish to improve for holistic healing - physical, emotional, mental, relational, and spiritual. I offer a warm and empathetic environment as I use a person-centered approach that allows me to understand you through your own unique experiences and walk alongside you on this journey to achieve your personal goals. My primary focus is in child, individual, and couples/family counseling as well as working with neurodivergent populations using neurodiversity-affirming language and approach.
As your therapist, my goal is to provide you with a warm and welcoming environment where you are free to explore the areas of your life you wish to improve for holistic healing - physical, emotional, mental, relational, and spiritual. I offer a warm and empathetic environment as I use a person-centered approach that allows me to understand you through your own unique experiences and walk alongside you on this journey to achieve your personal goals. My primary focus is in child, individual, and couples/family counseling as well as working with neurodivergent populations using neurodiversity-affirming language and approach.
(206) 759-8035 View (206) 759-8035
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Integrated Therapy Services NW, PLLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
University Place, WA 98466
Integrated Therapy Services (ITS) is dedicated to serving our community by supporting individuals, couples, and families through their lifelong journey of emotional growth and personal development. Our providers come together from the fields of Marriage and Family Therapy, Social Work, and Mental Health Counseling to provide the highest quality mental health services based in the most advance research in a warm and inviting environment. We deliver innovative and personalized treatment with compassion and care. Telehealth or in-person available.
Integrated Therapy Services (ITS) is dedicated to serving our community by supporting individuals, couples, and families through their lifelong journey of emotional growth and personal development. Our providers come together from the fields of Marriage and Family Therapy, Social Work, and Mental Health Counseling to provide the highest quality mental health services based in the most advance research in a warm and inviting environment. We deliver innovative and personalized treatment with compassion and care. Telehealth or in-person available.
(253) 214-9742 View (253) 214-9742
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Jessica Butts
MA, LLC, MBTI
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Bellevue, WA 98007
Now accepting new in person in Bellevue, Washington as well as online. I see individuals and couples. Are you struggling to understand why you are the way you are? I can help you to see it clearly and then provide tangible tools to get you tools to get to a new healed place. I help with family of origin issues, codependency, menopause, all relationship issues, and have experience with plant medicine. Seeing me is a little like seeing Gaby from Shrinking, I believe deeply in compassion while also telling it like it is. I am honored to do this important work with you.
Now accepting new in person in Bellevue, Washington as well as online. I see individuals and couples. Are you struggling to understand why you are the way you are? I can help you to see it clearly and then provide tangible tools to get you tools to get to a new healed place. I help with family of origin issues, codependency, menopause, all relationship issues, and have experience with plant medicine. Seeing me is a little like seeing Gaby from Shrinking, I believe deeply in compassion while also telling it like it is. I am honored to do this important work with you.
(425) 532-3167 View (425) 532-3167
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Dr. Danny
Counselor, MA, DMin, MHC
Verified Verified
Bainbridge Island, WA 98110
Rooted in Attachment Theory, and informed and affirmed by Internal Family Systems methodology (not to mention other relational psychotherapies), I help folks know their powerful presence amidst, and not absent, the glory of vulnerability.
Who, really, is able to hear, feel, and see you . . . bless and name your glory and shame? Only those who continue to do their own courageous work of daring to be truly heard, felt, and seen. Simple but not easy! The journey, however, is worth it. Life changing . . . with the right guide, i.e., presence. A favorite quote comes to mind: "We all come into this world looking for someone looking for us." If that resonates with your heart (courageous or not) then I hope to hear from you. We might just be a good fit? Please email me at: drdanny(at)doc-danny(dot com). Or call: two-zero-six...four-two-nine...four-five-seven-nine.
Rooted in Attachment Theory, and informed and affirmed by Internal Family Systems methodology (not to mention other relational psychotherapies), I help folks know their powerful presence amidst, and not absent, the glory of vulnerability.
Who, really, is able to hear, feel, and see you . . . bless and name your glory and shame? Only those who continue to do their own courageous work of daring to be truly heard, felt, and seen. Simple but not easy! The journey, however, is worth it. Life changing . . . with the right guide, i.e., presence. A favorite quote comes to mind: "We all come into this world looking for someone looking for us." If that resonates with your heart (courageous or not) then I hope to hear from you. We might just be a good fit? Please email me at: drdanny(at)doc-danny(dot com). Or call: two-zero-six...four-two-nine...four-five-seven-nine.
(206) 429-4579 View (206) 429-4579
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Katherine Ibis
Mental Health Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Olympia, WA 98506
I work with clients who are ready for transformative work. My focus is to guide each client/s towards building a sense of competency, resourcefulness and helping them recognize that they hold the key to their own healing. I will explore current behaviors and life situations with clients and help them figure out which ones are inhibiting progress, which ones are serving them, and which are ready to be evolved into something else. I also like to look at the past, and family of origin to find what the patterns are that are ready to be broken and how to move forward in an empowered way. I help clients bring to life their next self.
I work with clients who are ready for transformative work. My focus is to guide each client/s towards building a sense of competency, resourcefulness and helping them recognize that they hold the key to their own healing. I will explore current behaviors and life situations with clients and help them figure out which ones are inhibiting progress, which ones are serving them, and which are ready to be evolved into something else. I also like to look at the past, and family of origin to find what the patterns are that are ready to be broken and how to move forward in an empowered way. I help clients bring to life their next self.
(360) 763-0534 View (360) 763-0534
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Brian Garrison
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98103
I work from a relational psychodynamic foundation, and integrate other compatible modalities including Somatic awareness, Existential, and Internal Family Systems therapy.
Behind so much of how we think, what we long for, and how we relate to ourselves and others lies unacknowledged shame, trauma, and the strategies we developed, sometimes very early on, to cope with and hide these realities from ourselves. These make up the “muscle memory” of our emotional worlds, which cannot always be easily recalled, but determine our lives nonetheless. Therapy aims to cultivate awareness of what lies underneath in disconnected, dissociated ways, and provides a space to move through the pain, accept, and integrate the past so that it no longer repeats itself in our lives.
I work from a relational psychodynamic foundation, and integrate other compatible modalities including Somatic awareness, Existential, and Internal Family Systems therapy.
Behind so much of how we think, what we long for, and how we relate to ourselves and others lies unacknowledged shame, trauma, and the strategies we developed, sometimes very early on, to cope with and hide these realities from ourselves. These make up the “muscle memory” of our emotional worlds, which cannot always be easily recalled, but determine our lives nonetheless. Therapy aims to cultivate awareness of what lies underneath in disconnected, dissociated ways, and provides a space to move through the pain, accept, and integrate the past so that it no longer repeats itself in our lives.
(206) 337-0756 View (206) 337-0756
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Cait King
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Not Verified Not Verified
1 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98109
As a Couple and Family Therapist, I am honored to collaborate with clients in deciphering what may be holding you back from the freedom to live a more whole, robust life. A concentration of mine is in working with those who have attentional difficulties or learning differences such as ADHD, whether in a couple, family, or individual setting.
As a Couple and Family Therapist, I am honored to collaborate with clients in deciphering what may be holding you back from the freedom to live a more whole, robust life. A concentration of mine is in working with those who have attentional difficulties or learning differences such as ADHD, whether in a couple, family, or individual setting.
(267) 953-8094 View (267) 953-8094
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Haley Boscolo
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98119
Working from a family systems perspective and informed by EFT and attachment frameworks as well as the Gottman method, I will consider your situation in the context of your family, community, and culture.
Currently only accepting new couples. Conflict in interpersonal relationships is one of the most difficult challenges we may face. If you are looking to overcome a communication rut and get back on the same team with your partner, I am here to help! I can help you rekindle your connection and see a future again. I want you to feel safe to openly explore your challenges as we collaborate on a plan toward change.
Working from a family systems perspective and informed by EFT and attachment frameworks as well as the Gottman method, I will consider your situation in the context of your family, community, and culture.
Currently only accepting new couples. Conflict in interpersonal relationships is one of the most difficult challenges we may face. If you are looking to overcome a communication rut and get back on the same team with your partner, I am here to help! I can help you rekindle your connection and see a future again. I want you to feel safe to openly explore your challenges as we collaborate on a plan toward change.
(206) 312-4936 View (206) 312-4936
Summit Health Management, PLLC
Counselor, LMHC, CMHS
Verified Verified
Gig Harbor, WA 98335
I am a partner in Summit Health Management, a group founded by an eclectic partnership of four established, experienced providers with the vision of offering a variety of therapeutic services to meet the needs of children, adolescents, adults, elders, couples, and families in our community. Our group’s mission is to provide the region with experienced, compassionate, professional, and proficient mental and behavioral health care. We offer a therapy and psychiatric care for all ages, presentations, relationships and disorders, including individual, couples, family and group therapy, as well as substance abuse recovery for all ages.
I am a partner in Summit Health Management, a group founded by an eclectic partnership of four established, experienced providers with the vision of offering a variety of therapeutic services to meet the needs of children, adolescents, adults, elders, couples, and families in our community. Our group’s mission is to provide the region with experienced, compassionate, professional, and proficient mental and behavioral health care. We offer a therapy and psychiatric care for all ages, presentations, relationships and disorders, including individual, couples, family and group therapy, as well as substance abuse recovery for all ages.
(253) 215-8451 View (253) 215-8451
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Isha Aggarwal
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98134  (Online Only)
I also use Internal Family Systems (parts work)and somatic (body-based) work to connect to the body.
Are you feeling alone in navigating your mental health struggles? Are you struggling with depression, trauma, bipolar disorder, spiritual crisis, or another issue where you feel stuck? I offer sensitive and responsive therapy to help you understand yourself better and navigate through challenging times. I have expertise in mental illness and approach your issues from a gentle, non judgmental place. I’ve worked in severe mental health settings, trauma research, and with refugees. I’ve also facilitated support groups in bipolar disorder and depression.
I also use Internal Family Systems (parts work)and somatic (body-based) work to connect to the body.
Are you feeling alone in navigating your mental health struggles? Are you struggling with depression, trauma, bipolar disorder, spiritual crisis, or another issue where you feel stuck? I offer sensitive and responsive therapy to help you understand yourself better and navigate through challenging times. I have expertise in mental illness and approach your issues from a gentle, non judgmental place. I’ve worked in severe mental health settings, trauma research, and with refugees. I’ve also facilitated support groups in bipolar disorder and depression.
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Tammette L Chitwood
Counselor, MS, CC, LMHCA
Verified Verified
Mill Creek, WA 98012
As your therapist, my goal is to provide you with a warm and welcoming environment where you are free to explore the areas of your life you wish to improve for holistic healing - physical, emotional, mental, relational, and spiritual. I offer a warm and empathetic environment as I use a person-centered approach that allows me to understand you through your own unique experiences and walk alongside you on this journey to achieve your personal goals. My primary focus is in child, individual, and couples/family counseling as well as working with neurodivergent populations using neurodiversity-affirming language and approach.
As your therapist, my goal is to provide you with a warm and welcoming environment where you are free to explore the areas of your life you wish to improve for holistic healing - physical, emotional, mental, relational, and spiritual. I offer a warm and empathetic environment as I use a person-centered approach that allows me to understand you through your own unique experiences and walk alongside you on this journey to achieve your personal goals. My primary focus is in child, individual, and couples/family counseling as well as working with neurodivergent populations using neurodiversity-affirming language and approach.
(360) 583-6961 View (360) 583-6961
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Jim Morley - Reflections Counseling
Counselor, MA, LMHC, SUDP
Verified Verified
North Bend, WA 98045
Waitlist for new clients
I enjoy working with individuals and families struggling with issues pertaining to addiction and substance abuse, as well as family conflict.
I enjoy working with individuals age 15 and older as well as couples and families. My style of counseling is an integrative one, combining humor, education, and interventions encompassing a broad range of therapeutic approaches. My experience includes a strong background in mental health and addiction counseling. I have training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Mindfulness based practices. I bring with me an array of life experiences working and traveling abroad. I believe change can happen in a few focused sessions. Therapy does not necessarily have to be long term to be effective.
I enjoy working with individuals and families struggling with issues pertaining to addiction and substance abuse, as well as family conflict.
I enjoy working with individuals age 15 and older as well as couples and families. My style of counseling is an integrative one, combining humor, education, and interventions encompassing a broad range of therapeutic approaches. My experience includes a strong background in mental health and addiction counseling. I have training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Mindfulness based practices. I bring with me an array of life experiences working and traveling abroad. I believe change can happen in a few focused sessions. Therapy does not necessarily have to be long term to be effective.
(425) 209-8216 View (425) 209-8216
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Siena Tenisci
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, LMHCA
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98101  (Online Only)
I draw largely from Internal Family Systems (ISF) informed parts work, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), body-based therapies.
For many, reaching out for support can feel vulnerable and overwhelming at times. I have enormous compassion for people going through life’s challenges and transitions and strive to create an inclusive and non-judgemental space where all parts of you are welcome. I've been working therapeutically with adults for a decade struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, grief/loss, trauma/PTSD, life transitions, self-esteem, relationship difficulties, boundaries, spirituality, and/or working toward personal growth. I'd be happy to guide you through the process of finding the right support.
I draw largely from Internal Family Systems (ISF) informed parts work, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), body-based therapies.
For many, reaching out for support can feel vulnerable and overwhelming at times. I have enormous compassion for people going through life’s challenges and transitions and strive to create an inclusive and non-judgemental space where all parts of you are welcome. I've been working therapeutically with adults for a decade struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, grief/loss, trauma/PTSD, life transitions, self-esteem, relationship difficulties, boundaries, spirituality, and/or working toward personal growth. I'd be happy to guide you through the process of finding the right support.
(206) 672-0814 View (206) 672-0814
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Alagna Valsesia
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98112  (Online Only)
Hi, my name is Alagna (pronounced Ah-lah-nya), I work with individuals, adolescents, couples, and families interested in finding meaningful support as they navigate personal and relational challenges. I take a deeply systemic approach to therapy, considering you as an individual and conceptualizing the influence of familial and social systems in your life. I view healing as a holistic journey encompassing awareness, reflection, and embodiment. I take special pride in working with folks who have experienced complex family trauma, or sexual trauma, or feel a sense of existential meaninglessness in their life.
Hi, my name is Alagna (pronounced Ah-lah-nya), I work with individuals, adolescents, couples, and families interested in finding meaningful support as they navigate personal and relational challenges. I take a deeply systemic approach to therapy, considering you as an individual and conceptualizing the influence of familial and social systems in your life. I view healing as a holistic journey encompassing awareness, reflection, and embodiment. I take special pride in working with folks who have experienced complex family trauma, or sexual trauma, or feel a sense of existential meaninglessness in their life.
(206) 594-5325 View (206) 594-5325
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Maya Perez
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98102
My practice is person-centered and trauma-informed, and I integrate a variety of theories such as liberation psychology, attachment, polyvagal, and internal family systems theory into my work.
Accepting new clients with weekly availability! I offer therapy that seeks to unearth the ways systems of oppression impact your self worth, embodiment of values, and wellbeing. As a queer therapist, with a a history of supporting LGBTQ+ survivors of violence, I am practiced in examining power dynamics and supporting folks through traumatic experiences, major transitions, anxiety, and relationship challenges. I work to co-create a safe container for you to explore and learn from various parts of yourself, your relationships, emotions, and bodily experiences. I offer services for individuals, relationships, youth and young adults!
My practice is person-centered and trauma-informed, and I integrate a variety of theories such as liberation psychology, attachment, polyvagal, and internal family systems theory into my work.
Accepting new clients with weekly availability! I offer therapy that seeks to unearth the ways systems of oppression impact your self worth, embodiment of values, and wellbeing. As a queer therapist, with a a history of supporting LGBTQ+ survivors of violence, I am practiced in examining power dynamics and supporting folks through traumatic experiences, major transitions, anxiety, and relationship challenges. I work to co-create a safe container for you to explore and learn from various parts of yourself, your relationships, emotions, and bodily experiences. I offer services for individuals, relationships, youth and young adults!
(425) 541-8929 View (425) 541-8929
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Kelsey McComas
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98112
Waitlist for new clients
Being from Appalachia, I also love working with folks who have moved from rural communities and/or are far from family.
Hello, I'm glad you've made it to my profile! I work with adult individuals and relationships, treating issues of relational distress, adjustments to life transitions, struggles with anxiety and depression, and identity development. My practice is founded on the belief that every person has a place in their core where they experience clarity, curiosity, confidence, and calm. And yet, life is difficult. Sometimes we need support to get us back into that place of confidence and clarity—or to find it for the first time. My hope is that our work together can serve as a key support system to bring about the change you’re looking for.
Being from Appalachia, I also love working with folks who have moved from rural communities and/or are far from family.
Hello, I'm glad you've made it to my profile! I work with adult individuals and relationships, treating issues of relational distress, adjustments to life transitions, struggles with anxiety and depression, and identity development. My practice is founded on the belief that every person has a place in their core where they experience clarity, curiosity, confidence, and calm. And yet, life is difficult. Sometimes we need support to get us back into that place of confidence and clarity—or to find it for the first time. My hope is that our work together can serve as a key support system to bring about the change you’re looking for.
(206) 594-4375 View (206) 594-4375
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Claire Hipkens
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98105  (Online Only)
I'm open to a broad client base but my predominant experience is with first gen college students, pro athletes & their family members. I ran the mental health services for UW athletics and am currently the consulting clinician for the Seattle Mariners and the NHL. I work best with driven people experiencing a big change. Perhaps, despite your best efforts, things aren’t working out as you’d hoped. Or perhaps you’ve gotten all you wanted and it doesn’t satisfy the way you thought it might. Though I often work with athletes I am not a Sports Psych. In fact, I don’t even follow sports! I’m here for the rest of your life and identity.
I'm open to a broad client base but my predominant experience is with first gen college students, pro athletes & their family members. I ran the mental health services for UW athletics and am currently the consulting clinician for the Seattle Mariners and the NHL. I work best with driven people experiencing a big change. Perhaps, despite your best efforts, things aren’t working out as you’d hoped. Or perhaps you’ve gotten all you wanted and it doesn’t satisfy the way you thought it might. Though I often work with athletes I am not a Sports Psych. In fact, I don’t even follow sports! I’m here for the rest of your life and identity.
(206) 752-2461 View (206) 752-2461

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.