Therapists in 98020
Jeanette Thorson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edmonds, WA 98020 (Online Only)
Whether working with couples or individuals, I embrace a family systems perspective, which means I recognize the powerful impact that relationships have on our lives.
Welcome to LiveWell Counseling. I enjoy working with adults and couples at various stages of their lives by helping them recognize their strengths and needs in order to solve problems and build stronger relationships. My approach to therapy is curious and client-centered, with an emphasis on the role that emotions, beliefs, and narratives play in shaping identity and behavior. In addition to helping people work through difficult issues, I also enjoy working with individuals who are interested in therapy as a process for facilitating personal growth and wholeness.
Whether working with couples or individuals, I embrace a family systems perspective, which means I recognize the powerful impact that relationships have on our lives.
Welcome to LiveWell Counseling. I enjoy working with adults and couples at various stages of their lives by helping them recognize their strengths and needs in order to solve problems and build stronger relationships. My approach to therapy is curious and client-centered, with an emphasis on the role that emotions, beliefs, and narratives play in shaping identity and behavior. In addition to helping people work through difficult issues, I also enjoy working with individuals who are interested in therapy as a process for facilitating personal growth and wholeness.
Linda Simmons
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Edmonds, WA 98020 (Online Only)
My approach to therapy is eclectic and I utilize theoretical frameworks that include mindfulness, psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, developmental and family systems theory.
I am a Licensed Marriage and family Therapist (LMFT) with a Master's Degree in Human Development and Family Studies. I have worked with individuals, couples, children and families for over 20 years in private practice and other settings. I offer a variety of treatment options including play therapy, sand tray therapy, mindfulness practices and EMDR.
My approach to therapy is eclectic and I utilize theoretical frameworks that include mindfulness, psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, developmental and family systems theory.
I am a Licensed Marriage and family Therapist (LMFT) with a Master's Degree in Human Development and Family Studies. I have worked with individuals, couples, children and families for over 20 years in private practice and other settings. I offer a variety of treatment options including play therapy, sand tray therapy, mindfulness practices and EMDR.
Heather Fisher
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MedFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Edmonds, WA 98020 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
First and foremost I believe that you are the expert on your life, not me. I will begin with openness about what you are bringing to counseling, respect for you and your family, curiosity about who you are and what you believe, as well as accountability to my power in the room. I emphasize the strengths I see in each individual and system and encourage you to draw on experiences from your past in order to help you better understand your current narratives, choices, feelings, and relationships.
First and foremost I believe that you are the expert on your life, not me. I will begin with openness about what you are bringing to counseling, respect for you and your family, curiosity about who you are and what you believe, as well as accountability to my power in the room. I emphasize the strengths I see in each individual and system and encourage you to draw on experiences from your past in order to help you better understand your current narratives, choices, feelings, and relationships.
Laura Lee Montavon
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edmonds, WA 98020
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist working primarily via televideo. I graduated with my Master of Science in Marriage and Family therapy in 2016 from Friends University in Wichita, KS. I currently work at Snohomish Psychology Associates, PLLC in Edmonds, WA, serving adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I tailor evidence-based treatment to each client and the specific needs of that client. Collaboratively with the client, we work towards goals that the client would like to achieve in their life.
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist working primarily via televideo. I graduated with my Master of Science in Marriage and Family therapy in 2016 from Friends University in Wichita, KS. I currently work at Snohomish Psychology Associates, PLLC in Edmonds, WA, serving adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I tailor evidence-based treatment to each client and the specific needs of that client. Collaboratively with the client, we work towards goals that the client would like to achieve in their life.
Hillary Bucher-Brown
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, LMFTA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edmonds, WA 98020
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I help families, couples, and individuals work through difficult emotions and dynamics to find healing. I fundamentally believe that all people are resilient and have what they need to face the inevitable challenges in life and relationships. By helping my clients build security within themselves and in their relationships, I believe change in possible. Anything can be renewed; there is always hope.
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I help families, couples, and individuals work through difficult emotions and dynamics to find healing. I fundamentally believe that all people are resilient and have what they need to face the inevitable challenges in life and relationships. By helping my clients build security within themselves and in their relationships, I believe change in possible. Anything can be renewed; there is always hope.
Jessica Wong Life Healing Therapy And Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Edmonds, WA 98020
Waitlist for new clients
Please email to join the waitlist. Life can be meaningful even when painful events happen. I believe the path out of suffering is when we pass through our struggles, instead of running away from them. I am honored to be your secure emotional support through your personal and relational struggles. I hold a Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy and work with a broad spectrum of challenges including depression, anxiety, trauma, and substance addiction. I help my clients improve their self-esteem, process grief, and heal from painful events. My clients often find strength, relief, acceptance, and growth from working with me.
Please email to join the waitlist. Life can be meaningful even when painful events happen. I believe the path out of suffering is when we pass through our struggles, instead of running away from them. I am honored to be your secure emotional support through your personal and relational struggles. I hold a Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy and work with a broad spectrum of challenges including depression, anxiety, trauma, and substance addiction. I help my clients improve their self-esteem, process grief, and heal from painful events. My clients often find strength, relief, acceptance, and growth from working with me.
I also utilize principles from Internal Family Systems therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Depth Psychology and Mindfulness practices.
My areas of focus for therapy include the treatment of Anxiety, Depression, grief and loss, stress management, parenting skills, life transitions, personal growth, spiritual exploration and healing from religious trauma. I provide an LGBTQIA-friendly environment for individual and family therapy treatment.
I also utilize principles from Internal Family Systems therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Depth Psychology and Mindfulness practices.
My areas of focus for therapy include the treatment of Anxiety, Depression, grief and loss, stress management, parenting skills, life transitions, personal growth, spiritual exploration and healing from religious trauma. I provide an LGBTQIA-friendly environment for individual and family therapy treatment.
Paulette M Caswell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edmonds, WA 98020
Waitlist for new clients
My goal is to help my clients find their path through trauma legacy within their environment, whether it be their own or that of a family member.
I know life is complicated and you would not be seeking therapy if you were not in one of those complicated moments in life, whether it be about a relationship with your spouse, your child or simply with yourself. My goal is to help you find a way to navigate those muddy waters and to make life not quite so rocky. I personally have a passion for parents and kids. I have worked in the field of child welfare and adoption and have seen the impact trauma has on the young and the old. I recognize how early childhood trauma impacts an individual throughout their life and impacts all relationships.
My goal is to help my clients find their path through trauma legacy within their environment, whether it be their own or that of a family member.
I know life is complicated and you would not be seeking therapy if you were not in one of those complicated moments in life, whether it be about a relationship with your spouse, your child or simply with yourself. My goal is to help you find a way to navigate those muddy waters and to make life not quite so rocky. I personally have a passion for parents and kids. I have worked in the field of child welfare and adoption and have seen the impact trauma has on the young and the old. I recognize how early childhood trauma impacts an individual throughout their life and impacts all relationships.
Emma Krygsman
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFTA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edmonds, WA 98020 (Online Only)
Outside of work I enjoy spending time with my dog, traveling with my family, trying new restaurants, and planning my next road trip.
Hello! My name is Emma and I'm so excited that you are here! As we all try to navigate life’s highs and lows, I believe it is important to remember that we don’t have to do it alone. I am here to help you in exploring whatever stage of life you are in through a holistic lens. Together, we can explore what you would like to work on within therapy. I work from a strengths based and trauma informed approach to help you explore and heal your full unique self. When working with clients I help build meaning around your life and help heal your relationship with yourself and others.
Outside of work I enjoy spending time with my dog, traveling with my family, trying new restaurants, and planning my next road trip.
Hello! My name is Emma and I'm so excited that you are here! As we all try to navigate life’s highs and lows, I believe it is important to remember that we don’t have to do it alone. I am here to help you in exploring whatever stage of life you are in through a holistic lens. Together, we can explore what you would like to work on within therapy. I work from a strengths based and trauma informed approach to help you explore and heal your full unique self. When working with clients I help build meaning around your life and help heal your relationship with yourself and others.
I believe that the world is a beautifully complex, and yet sometimes concerning place. Within our human connections we are able to lighten the load and free ourselves from the burdens we carry. I offer compassionate and individually designed sessions. My approach is strengths based and garnered to find hope and inspiration. In my work I also incorporate theoretical perspectives such as expressive arts therapy, narrative therapy, existential therapy and mindfulness.
I believe that the world is a beautifully complex, and yet sometimes concerning place. Within our human connections we are able to lighten the load and free ourselves from the burdens we carry. I offer compassionate and individually designed sessions. My approach is strengths based and garnered to find hope and inspiration. In my work I also incorporate theoretical perspectives such as expressive arts therapy, narrative therapy, existential therapy and mindfulness.
Tiffany Classen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edmonds, WA 98020
Life has many obstacles and challenges, and at times, it can be overwhelming. In these moments, we need support and guidance, but it can be difficult to reach out and ask for help. You’ve taken a very important step by being here and searching for therapeutic support. I invite you to explore my website to learn more about me and my practice. If my approach feels like it may be a good fit for you, send me a message to inquire about availability.
Life has many obstacles and challenges, and at times, it can be overwhelming. In these moments, we need support and guidance, but it can be difficult to reach out and ask for help. You’ve taken a very important step by being here and searching for therapeutic support. I invite you to explore my website to learn more about me and my practice. If my approach feels like it may be a good fit for you, send me a message to inquire about availability.
Niko Palacios
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CMHS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edmonds, WA 98020
Sometimes we struggle to make meaning where life has thrown us a curveball: a death, a divorce, coming out, or even a pandemic. It’s overwhelming trying to bring order to chaos, at times having to impossibly reconcile competing truths. “It gets better” fails to appreciate the acute pain of the moment, only going so far in moving the needle towards hope. In an age where humans are increasingly polarized, buoyed by deeply held beliefs, there remains a need for something more than personal happiness alone. As a relational Therapist, I help clients find sustainable wellness; prioritizing relationship with self and others over ideology.
Sometimes we struggle to make meaning where life has thrown us a curveball: a death, a divorce, coming out, or even a pandemic. It’s overwhelming trying to bring order to chaos, at times having to impossibly reconcile competing truths. “It gets better” fails to appreciate the acute pain of the moment, only going so far in moving the needle towards hope. In an age where humans are increasingly polarized, buoyed by deeply held beliefs, there remains a need for something more than personal happiness alone. As a relational Therapist, I help clients find sustainable wellness; prioritizing relationship with self and others over ideology.
Miranda Santisteban
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFTA
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Edmonds, WA 98020
Waitlist for new clients
I work with kids, families and adults who are looking for practical ways manage powerful emotions while feeling cared for and understood. Some areas of focus include trauma, relationship conflict, low self-esteem, ADHD/Autism/PDA, parent-child connection, friendship therapy, and high achieving teens and young adults. Therapy is an investment, and I understand the need to have effective and efficient care. I'll focus on goals that are important to you while providing a warm and curious space where we can explore your strengths, challenges, and what will help you move forward into confidence, peace and clarity.
I work with kids, families and adults who are looking for practical ways manage powerful emotions while feeling cared for and understood. Some areas of focus include trauma, relationship conflict, low self-esteem, ADHD/Autism/PDA, parent-child connection, friendship therapy, and high achieving teens and young adults. Therapy is an investment, and I understand the need to have effective and efficient care. I'll focus on goals that are important to you while providing a warm and curious space where we can explore your strengths, challenges, and what will help you move forward into confidence, peace and clarity.
I am accepting new clients. My clients are adults, children, and families. Adult clients are usually motivated to enter therapy by intrapersonal or interpersonal issues. Children often present internalized or externalized behavior problems and are brought into therapy by a concerned caregiver. Children may be depressed, withdrawn, angry, defiant, or underachieving. Therapy with children is very different from therapy with adults and requires an approach that is developmentally appropriate. I provide a confidential, safe place to explore psychodynamic issues and collaborate on approaches that feel right for you.
I am accepting new clients. My clients are adults, children, and families. Adult clients are usually motivated to enter therapy by intrapersonal or interpersonal issues. Children often present internalized or externalized behavior problems and are brought into therapy by a concerned caregiver. Children may be depressed, withdrawn, angry, defiant, or underachieving. Therapy with children is very different from therapy with adults and requires an approach that is developmentally appropriate. I provide a confidential, safe place to explore psychodynamic issues and collaborate on approaches that feel right for you.
Healing Grief And Anxiety Monique Ngo
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edmonds, WA 98020 (Online Only)
I am an integrative and culturally sensitive driven therapist who works with adults to unlearn systemic inequalities and process intergenerational trauma, grief, and anxiety, so you can confidently befriend your feelings, navigate life transitions, step into authenticity, and feel more at home in yourself. Often times when we are going through something difficult, it can be hard to see our way out. This may lead to spiraling thoughts, a lost sense of security and safety, thinking "I'm not good enough", consistently feeling on edge, and feeling disconnected from ourselves and others.
I am an integrative and culturally sensitive driven therapist who works with adults to unlearn systemic inequalities and process intergenerational trauma, grief, and anxiety, so you can confidently befriend your feelings, navigate life transitions, step into authenticity, and feel more at home in yourself. Often times when we are going through something difficult, it can be hard to see our way out. This may lead to spiraling thoughts, a lost sense of security and safety, thinking "I'm not good enough", consistently feeling on edge, and feeling disconnected from ourselves and others.
Kelly M Ellingson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edmonds, WA 98020 (Online Only)
Experiences. They create meaning, create beliefs, create rules, created your views of self and other. Your lived experiences influence the choices you make, how you show up in your relationships, and how you interact with the world. Experiences can leave you exhausted, depleted, and void of hope. Like a wave that crashes over you, pulling you under, tumbling and tossing you beneath its power, leaving you frantic for the way up, searching for that breath of hope.
Experiences. They create meaning, create beliefs, create rules, created your views of self and other. Your lived experiences influence the choices you make, how you show up in your relationships, and how you interact with the world. Experiences can leave you exhausted, depleted, and void of hope. Like a wave that crashes over you, pulling you under, tumbling and tossing you beneath its power, leaving you frantic for the way up, searching for that breath of hope.
Are you feeling trapped in an unending cycle that leads to frustration and pain? Whether it's the patterns within you, your relationships with your partner, children, colleagues, or friends, life can start to feel like a relentless struggle. I specialize in guiding individuals, couples, and families through breaking free from the grip of inevitable loneliness. I approach my work with unwavering empathy. My ultimate aim in each session is to provide a secure haven where you can confront these negative cycles and delve into the narrative of your life.
Are you feeling trapped in an unending cycle that leads to frustration and pain? Whether it's the patterns within you, your relationships with your partner, children, colleagues, or friends, life can start to feel like a relentless struggle. I specialize in guiding individuals, couples, and families through breaking free from the grip of inevitable loneliness. I approach my work with unwavering empathy. My ultimate aim in each session is to provide a secure haven where you can confront these negative cycles and delve into the narrative of your life.
Caitlin MacKintosh
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Edmonds, WA 98020 (Online Only)
Seeking clarity? Whether you are making an important decision, wanting to understand relationships, or trying to find peace, having a place where you can sort your thoughts can be paramount to making impactful decisions in your life. I offer a nonjudgmental space where I validate your struggle, offer insight to life's challenges, and empower you to believe in your great capacity to live as your authentic self. Becoming your true self means doing the bold work of facing the past and looking inward. Understanding the past gives clarity to the present. A more clear present allows you to build a life filled with intention and purpose.
Seeking clarity? Whether you are making an important decision, wanting to understand relationships, or trying to find peace, having a place where you can sort your thoughts can be paramount to making impactful decisions in your life. I offer a nonjudgmental space where I validate your struggle, offer insight to life's challenges, and empower you to believe in your great capacity to live as your authentic self. Becoming your true self means doing the bold work of facing the past and looking inward. Understanding the past gives clarity to the present. A more clear present allows you to build a life filled with intention and purpose.
Carina Catalano
Marriage & Family Therapist, MPA, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Edmonds, WA 98020 (Online Only)
How do you know it is time for therapy? You can't get traction. You have unmanageable stress. Relationships aren't working. You need different, but don't know what or how. You can't make changes stick. You need answers***Come explore your situation through a different lens and let's work to find REAL solutions. My approach is direct, honest, and curious. You are the expert in your life but I am there to support and shine the light on your path so you can create lifelong change, using all of the tools and resources available to you. The first step can be hard, but together, we'll walk, create insight, and empower you on your journey.
How do you know it is time for therapy? You can't get traction. You have unmanageable stress. Relationships aren't working. You need different, but don't know what or how. You can't make changes stick. You need answers***Come explore your situation through a different lens and let's work to find REAL solutions. My approach is direct, honest, and curious. You are the expert in your life but I am there to support and shine the light on your path so you can create lifelong change, using all of the tools and resources available to you. The first step can be hard, but together, we'll walk, create insight, and empower you on your 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.