Therapists in Issaquah, WA

Welcome! Life can be challenging and can lead us to unexpected places sometimes. Whether you’re feeling stuck or experiencing stress, grief and loss, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, life transitions, parenting issues, trauma, or other concerns, I will come alongside you to help navigate your journey towards hope and healing. With my gentle, yet direct, compassionate, and non-judgmental approach, I can help you discover the tools that you have within yourself for learning new skills that serve you better to create lasting, positive change. Let's work together to help you set and achieve your goals!

You Matter. You are not broken. You may be struggling with past or present trauma, abuse, religious trauma, failures, depression, anxiety, panic attacks, life transitions, or toxic family relationships – but this does not equate to brokenness. My approach to therapy is specific to who you are and what you need at this point in time. I love the work that I do and I am looking forward to helping you find your way to peace and comfort.

As a family systems therapist with an interest in couples reconciliation therapy and healing relational trauma from infidelity, I am passionate about walking beside you to work through the pain and confusion of your life situation.  Intimate betrayal is one of the most devastating and disorienting events that can happen to a relationship.  The betrayed partner is left questioning fundamental beliefs and wrestling with the very existence of truth, love and relationship history. I also work with couples who long to enhance communication, connection, and build shared long term goals and values.

I work with individuals, couples, and families impacted by addiction and compulsive behavior, relational betrayals, sexual abuse, recurring conflict, spiritual/religious abuse, relationship problems, and family of origin issues. Working with me you can expect an open, non-shaming, collaborative stance and a clinical approach that is trauma-informed, attachment-based, and tailored to your needs. I am a research-oriented practitioner and I use empirically tested tools and interventions. I am a passionate advocate for equity and social justice.

Immediate openings available! I specialize in perinatal mental health, but enjoy supporting parents all along the spectrum of their journey to growing a family. I have specialized training and experience working with people that are facing the challenges of trying to conceive, pregnancy/postpartum, unexpected birth experiences, parenting small children, and loss. In addition to this speciality, I have focused my work in supporting children and adults around themes of trauma, attachment challenges, mood issues (depression/anxiety), identity exploration, self-esteem, relationships, body image, parenting, spirituality, and grief/loss.

Now accepting NEW clients! Individuals and couples need to discover new ways of dealing with life's stressors. Working from a family systems and trauma focused perspective, clients explore healthier ways of interacting with themselves, friends, family, and work associates. Change occurs when people recognize their relationship patterns. This allows people to improve communications and interpersonal connections. Having worked extensively with Amazon.com, Microsoft, and Google employees and executives from other high tech or start up companies, I help people manage work expectations and develop a healthy home life.

We offer assistance through compassionate and respectful Drug and Alcohol Addiction Intervention services, Recovery/Sober Coaching, Family Coaching, and individualized treatment for substance abuse. Addiction tears families apart, leaving you feeling powerless to help your loved one. You want to support them, but you're unsure how to proceed. We understand the impact on both the individual and their loved ones. Our approach provides a compassionate and non-judgmental environment conducive to healing and insight. An addiction Intervention is an act of love, we will assist you in helping your loved one get the help they need.

Accepting New Patients, same week availability................................... Louis Poeltl Ed.S, NCC, C-DBT, LMHC, LPC is a clinical mental health counselor with over 15 years of experience providing therapeutic services to diverse populations, including children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. With a Master’s Degree in Mental Health Counseling and an Education Specialist Degree in Family Counseling, Louis is especially suited to incorporate clients’ familial and cultural backgrounds to uncover negative internalized beliefs that are holding back clients from living their best lives now.

I believe a person is often presented with challenges in his or her life and that sometimes we need help in facing those challenges. I am passionate about working with individuals and couples to overcome these obstacles and find solutions that lead to a balanced life. These challenges often arise from relationships, both personal and professional, from past experiences, from depression or anxiety, as well as from physical challenges such as chronic pain or illness, among many other factors.

I bring a unique and valuable set of skills. My expertise lies in understanding and addressing the intricate dynamics within interpersonal relationships while also recognizing the impact of addiction on individuals and couples. With my background in addiction, I am well-versed in the challenges individuals face when trying to overcome substance abuse or behavioral addictions. This knowledge enables me to tailor your therapeutic interventions to address the specific issues related to addiction within the context of relationships. I have received training in relational life therapy, emotion-focused therapy, and models of counseling.

As a therapist, I take pride in helping clients who are dealing with life stressors, that lead to increased anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation and constant unsettling out of body sensations leaving one feeling fearful and alone on a daily basis. Often, clients may wonder, "will I ever feel normal again." My goal is to form a positive alliance and rapport with my clients so you feel heard, understood, and comfortable in safe and secure setting. Finding the right fit with your therapist is hugely beneficial and often leads to better outcomes and return to a life of inner peace and overall functioning. IT DOES GET BETTER!

Everyone needs help sometimes. When it feels like circumstances and life-pressures are causing you to feel sad, hopeless, stuck, and/or afraid, counseling may help you regain emotional traction and move through the challenges of your life. I believe every person has great internal resources/strengths to uncover or discover solutions for life..I specialize in helping couples/families/individuals improve their relationships and also those who experience anxiety, depression, ADHD, grief, self-worth, divorce, blended-families, healing from infidelity, parenting, and many other individual and relationship issues. I work from a variety of theories, including Cognitive Behavioral, Solution-Focused, and Gottman Relationship Therapy.

Are you feeling alone and disconnected in your intimate relationship? Do you wonder why you're in the same stuck pattern with your loved one and want to get some clarity and get out of the pattern? Are you also looking for practical tools to improve your communication with your partner/spouse/family members? Are also looking for a professional to help you express your emotional truth so that you feel more empowered and final emotional balance in everyday life. Or you may struggle with anxiety and depression and want to find ways to cope. I work frequently with couples where one or both are Asian descents or inter-racial couples.

Thank you for visiting my page on Therapy Locator! I very much appreciate your interest in my practice. I see individuals (adults and children 11 years old and older), couples and families. I aim to be open-hearted, respectful and accepting while helping you identify the patterns in your life that seem to keep you stuck in an experience you no longer find tolerable, comfortable or acceptable. I strive to help you fundamentally accept yourself with loving kindness while making the changes you seek.

Do you feel scared, angry, tired, and ashamed holding your real self hidden, wondering if you'll ever feel truly loved and comfortable in your skin? If you are struggling with past chaos, trauma, abuse, or dysfunction I will help you overcome your history. I provide a safe, supportive environment to help you heal, let go of fear and defensiveness, and learn how to love with confidence. I work with "nice girls" and "angry women," to uncover your needs and teach you how how to get them met.

Have you drawn your last straw? I work with couples in distress regarding sexual issues, chronic conflict, and diagnoses such as anxiety, depression, or ADHD. My focus in couple therapy is to understand and give space to even the ugliest parts of you and your partner that have been preventing the connection you once felt. As we contextualize parts and patterns in your experience, we can uncover the stuck-ness that is keeping you from feeling the satisfaction and safety you seek. While I see many wonderful, burned-out mothers and wives, I also have extensive experience with courageous men who also enter the "feeling" space.

Hi, and thank you for being here. I commend you for considering therapy. I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) in Washington with 18 years of working with children, youth and adults. I have worked with people of all ages affected by depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, loss, chronic medical conditions, life changes, children/parents/foster parents who experienced the child welfare system, and First Responders, friends and family.

Each of us have our unique history and background that shape our experience and life decision. Every individual develops unique coping skills that help them get through tough times and that they are experts of their lives. I believe individuals seek therapy to work through their hard issues, learning new ways to cope with life challenges, develop positive relationship with others, and finding meaning in life. I am a multicultural Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist experienced working with children, youth, adults, parents/caregivers, and families.

Something needs to change, you can feel it! The confusion, loss, and flashes from one emotion to another seem to turn every day upside down. Gratefully, stepping from where you and your loved ones are to where you long to be is so much more possible than you may now realize! Together we can create a better way forward.