Therapists in Mercer Island, WA
Renee Kubota
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mercer Island, WA 98040 (Online Only)
I most often weave in the following: psychodynamic exploration, Somatic Experiencing (SE), parts work informed by Internal Family Systems (IFS), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skill-building and mindfulness.
My therapeutic style that is warm, collaborative, relational, and strengths-based and informed by values of compassion and anti-oppression. I view my role as collaborating with clients as they move towards their goals and desires. Many clients I work with are finding ways to strengthen their relationships, heal trauma, tend to anxiety, depression and neurodivergence (often late-diagnosed ADHD and/or autism), explore identity (racial, gender, sexual etc.), and cultivate a stronger sense of self-worth. If you would like to learn more, I would be happy to schedule a free consultation call where we can explore if we're a good fit!
I most often weave in the following: psychodynamic exploration, Somatic Experiencing (SE), parts work informed by Internal Family Systems (IFS), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skill-building and mindfulness.
My therapeutic style that is warm, collaborative, relational, and strengths-based and informed by values of compassion and anti-oppression. I view my role as collaborating with clients as they move towards their goals and desires. Many clients I work with are finding ways to strengthen their relationships, heal trauma, tend to anxiety, depression and neurodivergence (often late-diagnosed ADHD and/or autism), explore identity (racial, gender, sexual etc.), and cultivate a stronger sense of self-worth. If you would like to learn more, I would be happy to schedule a free consultation call where we can explore if we're a good fit!
Nancy M Kaplan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, DCSW
Verified Verified
Mercer Island, WA 98040
Waitlist for new clients
Our family is a multi-cultural one, and we have experienced many issues that are common for people of color.
I have many years experience counseling children, youth, and adults. I work with individuals, couples, families, and groups. I am also experienced in working with people from multi-cultural backgrounds. I offer a broad spectrum of approaches to help you understand yourself and make positive changes that will make your life a more fulfilling experience. I use a variety of techniques including psychodynamic, behavioral, and cognitive therapy as well as mediation and conflict resolution techniques.
Our family is a multi-cultural one, and we have experienced many issues that are common for people of color.
I have many years experience counseling children, youth, and adults. I work with individuals, couples, families, and groups. I am also experienced in working with people from multi-cultural backgrounds. I offer a broad spectrum of approaches to help you understand yourself and make positive changes that will make your life a more fulfilling experience. I use a variety of techniques including psychodynamic, behavioral, and cognitive therapy as well as mediation and conflict resolution techniques.
Alina Olaru
Mental Health Counselor, MA, LMHCA
Verified Verified
Mercer Island, WA 98040
As a long-time teacher, I love the energy that children and teens bring to their world. When changes in the family or challenges in the child or teen's social or academic world arise, difficult emotions and related behaviors can be a problem. No matter what age, children, teens, and even parents are always learning and need support to manage those challenges.
As a long-time teacher, I love the energy that children and teens bring to their world. When changes in the family or challenges in the child or teen's social or academic world arise, difficult emotions and related behaviors can be a problem. No matter what age, children, teens, and even parents are always learning and need support to manage those challenges.
Jonathan Assouline at Align Mental Health PLLC
Counselor, LMHCA, MA, MPH
Verified Verified
Mercer Island, WA 98040 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Life is a constant battle and we do what we can to power through every day. We can't control everything that comes our way but we can learn to control how to process our environment in a way that is more constructive and less overwhelming. Is stress permeating your days? Are the smallest things causing anxiety? Do you feel easily attacked, targeted, on the defensive? When something bad happens around you, do you usually believe you are partially to blame? Difficult jobs, heavy workload, relationship struggles, family issues, and more concerns can be eased with talking it out in a safe and judgment-free space.
Life is a constant battle and we do what we can to power through every day. We can't control everything that comes our way but we can learn to control how to process our environment in a way that is more constructive and less overwhelming. Is stress permeating your days? Are the smallest things causing anxiety? Do you feel easily attacked, targeted, on the defensive? When something bad happens around you, do you usually believe you are partially to blame? Difficult jobs, heavy workload, relationship struggles, family issues, and more concerns can be eased with talking it out in a safe and judgment-free space.
Max Tsymbalau MS, LMHC | Anxiety and Trauma
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mercer Island, WA 98040 (Online Only)
I am well-versed in a number of therapy approaches, including internal family systems therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and trauma-informed care.
Folks I work with describe me as warm and nonjudgmental, yet assertive and highly engaged. Our work will be an active collaboration - while I will continuously strive to deeply understand your inner experience, I will also point out things in your behavior or thinking that you may not be aware of and offer potential explanations of your challenges as well as practical suggestions about achieving your goals. As you gain more understanding and compassion towards the anxious, depressed, angry, or hurting parts of yourself, you will feel increasingly more grounded and empowered to lead the life that you desire.
I am well-versed in a number of therapy approaches, including internal family systems therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and trauma-informed care.
Folks I work with describe me as warm and nonjudgmental, yet assertive and highly engaged. Our work will be an active collaboration - while I will continuously strive to deeply understand your inner experience, I will also point out things in your behavior or thinking that you may not be aware of and offer potential explanations of your challenges as well as practical suggestions about achieving your goals. As you gain more understanding and compassion towards the anxious, depressed, angry, or hurting parts of yourself, you will feel increasingly more grounded and empowered to lead the life that you desire.
Carmen E. Visan, MA, LMHC
Counselor, MA, LMHC, CFRC
Verified Verified
Mercer Island, WA 98040
Waitlist for new clients
You're here for two reasons: 1. Either to work on a persistent challenge or 2. To work through the repercussions of COVID. Either situation presents strong emotion. I will talk with you about both - they're connected - but I will gently (and insistently) remind you of the good things that are or that should be. Fundamentally, psychology twins with philosophy by asking the big questions (Who am I? What do I need? Why is it so? Could it be otherwise?). It carves a different path, however, in that it offers answers. I want to help you fall in love (again? the first time?) with your journey and, by extension, with the human journey.
You're here for two reasons: 1. Either to work on a persistent challenge or 2. To work through the repercussions of COVID. Either situation presents strong emotion. I will talk with you about both - they're connected - but I will gently (and insistently) remind you of the good things that are or that should be. Fundamentally, psychology twins with philosophy by asking the big questions (Who am I? What do I need? Why is it so? Could it be otherwise?). It carves a different path, however, in that it offers answers. I want to help you fall in love (again? the first time?) with your journey and, by extension, with the human journey.
Matthew J Bennett
Psychologist, PsyD, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Mercer Island, WA 98040 (Online Only)
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over 20 years of experience as a psychotherapist. Passion for my work, empathy, and excellence in clinical training (several years at University of Pennsylvania) allow me to provide effective, lasting results. I use an integrative, eclectic approach combining psychodynamic and interpersonal therapies to help adolescents and adults gain insight and work through varied life concerns. I see symptoms such as depression, anxiety, and relationship conflict as opportunities for change and personal growth.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over 20 years of experience as a psychotherapist. Passion for my work, empathy, and excellence in clinical training (several years at University of Pennsylvania) allow me to provide effective, lasting results. I use an integrative, eclectic approach combining psychodynamic and interpersonal therapies to help adolescents and adults gain insight and work through varied life concerns. I see symptoms such as depression, anxiety, and relationship conflict as opportunities for change and personal growth.
Dr. Laura Preciado
Psychologist, PhD, MA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Mercer Island, WA 98040 (Online Only)
Accepting New Clients in MAY 2024. Are you looking for a compassionate and socially conscious therapist who provides trauma-informed care? Then we might be a good fit to work together! Sometimes we need guidance to resolve our conflicts and difficulties. Talking through our thoughts and putting words to our deeply held emotions can give us a sense of relief, clarity, and direction. This is what I offer in therapy.
Accepting New Clients in MAY 2024. Are you looking for a compassionate and socially conscious therapist who provides trauma-informed care? Then we might be a good fit to work together! Sometimes we need guidance to resolve our conflicts and difficulties. Talking through our thoughts and putting words to our deeply held emotions can give us a sense of relief, clarity, and direction. This is what I offer in therapy.
Nashra Rahman
Counselor, JD, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mercer Island, WA 98040 (Online Only)
Life is complicated and we are all products of our upbringing, life experiences, and personal coping mechanisms. We are aware of some of these mechanisms and others, we are not. Whether it is a temporary set-back or a chronic condition, helping to uncover what lays beyond our consciousness and how that affects our thoughts, feelings, and behavior is a process that will lead to greater well-being, increased self-awareness, and fulfilling personal potential. I will work to understand your worldview, current constraints, existing resources and strengths, and apply an integrative theoretical approach.
Life is complicated and we are all products of our upbringing, life experiences, and personal coping mechanisms. We are aware of some of these mechanisms and others, we are not. Whether it is a temporary set-back or a chronic condition, helping to uncover what lays beyond our consciousness and how that affects our thoughts, feelings, and behavior is a process that will lead to greater well-being, increased self-awareness, and fulfilling personal potential. I will work to understand your worldview, current constraints, existing resources and strengths, and apply an integrative theoretical approach.
Sarah Jurrens
LMHC, LPCA, MCoun
Verified Verified
Mercer Island, WA 98040 (Online Only)
Accepting clients in Oregon and Washington! I specialize in working with women 16 and older who suffer from a history of trauma, self-confidence issues, depression, anxiety, anger issues, lack of motivation, feeling disconnected from their body, isolation/loneliness, brain fog …and more.
Accepting clients in Oregon and Washington! I specialize in working with women 16 and older who suffer from a history of trauma, self-confidence issues, depression, anxiety, anger issues, lack of motivation, feeling disconnected from their body, isolation/loneliness, brain fog …and more.
Ashely Hill
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mercer Island, WA 98040 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Are you often overwhelmed with feelings of hopelessness, low self-esteem, indecisiveness, frustration? Or maybe you feel unfulfilled in your daily routine, your work, or your relationships. The world is a challenging place to navigate right now, and you don’t have to do it alone. With mental health awareness at the forefront of the national conversation, therapy is becoming less and less taboo to seek out. I hope to join you on your journey of healing and embracing your authentic self.
Are you often overwhelmed with feelings of hopelessness, low self-esteem, indecisiveness, frustration? Or maybe you feel unfulfilled in your daily routine, your work, or your relationships. The world is a challenging place to navigate right now, and you don’t have to do it alone. With mental health awareness at the forefront of the national conversation, therapy is becoming less and less taboo to seek out. I hope to join you on your journey of healing and embracing your authentic self.
Miro Colcha
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Mercer Island, WA 98040
Not accepting new clients
I believe therapy is most effective when clinicians welcome the expertise clients have about their own lives. Treatment is collaborative! My hope is to take the relationship we build and extend it to the rest of your life outside of the therapy room. I approach therapy with the assumption that clients aren’t trying to make their lives harder, but often that our attempts to manage distress may increase suffering. Through our work together, we will focus on identifying strengths and values that are guiding behavior, and then challenging and changing the unhelpful aspects and thought patterns that make reaching your goals difficult.
I believe therapy is most effective when clinicians welcome the expertise clients have about their own lives. Treatment is collaborative! My hope is to take the relationship we build and extend it to the rest of your life outside of the therapy room. I approach therapy with the assumption that clients aren’t trying to make their lives harder, but often that our attempts to manage distress may increase suffering. Through our work together, we will focus on identifying strengths and values that are guiding behavior, and then challenging and changing the unhelpful aspects and thought patterns that make reaching your goals difficult.
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Nichelle Alderson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, FNTP, LICSW
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98118
Life Happens! Sometimes it helps to have compassionate and non-judgmental support as you work through life issues and transitions. I offer a client centered and holistic therapeutic approach that aims to bring to light the associations between: nutrition/diet; stress; family history; support systems & resources; life experiences; environment; and issues related to current and/or historical oppression; and how YOUR body, mind, and spirit have been reacting. I believe in encouraging and empowering my clients towards achieving the results they seek. I help clients identify and utilize their strengths and to identify and release unhealthy practices or defense mechanisms.
Life Happens! Sometimes it helps to have compassionate and non-judgmental support as you work through life issues and transitions. I offer a client centered and holistic therapeutic approach that aims to bring to light the associations between: nutrition/diet; stress; family history; support systems & resources; life experiences; environment; and issues related to current and/or historical oppression; and how YOUR body, mind, and spirit have been reacting. I believe in encouraging and empowering my clients towards achieving the results they seek. I help clients identify and utilize their strengths and to identify and release unhealthy practices or defense mechanisms.
Micheal Kane
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PsyD, MSW, MA, LICSW, CTTS
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98118
Micheal Kane brings an empathetic, understanding, and supportive approach to individual, couples, and family therapy that specializes in the unique challenges that face people of color, the LGBTQ+ community, and veterans.
Emotional pain distorts our view of the world. The longer our pain lasts, the more unhappy we become. Unlike a well meaning friend or relative, a therapist can consider your concerns from a fresh, objective, perspective. But a therapist will not solve your problems for you; he will guide you by listening, questioning and observing—- so that you can find your own answers when extreme unhappiness, overwhelming anxiety or fear, feelings of inadequacy and low self esteem, sexual problems, and traumatic events interfere with your life or relationships with others.
Micheal Kane brings an empathetic, understanding, and supportive approach to individual, couples, and family therapy that specializes in the unique challenges that face people of color, the LGBTQ+ community, and veterans.
Emotional pain distorts our view of the world. The longer our pain lasts, the more unhappy we become. Unlike a well meaning friend or relative, a therapist can consider your concerns from a fresh, objective, perspective. But a therapist will not solve your problems for you; he will guide you by listening, questioning and observing—- so that you can find your own answers when extreme unhappiness, overwhelming anxiety or fear, feelings of inadequacy and low self esteem, sexual problems, and traumatic events interfere with your life or relationships with others.
Sarah R Orihu
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MFTA
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98118 (Online Only)
With training in family systems theory, I address the needs of individuals in the context of family, social & cultural systems while working from a strength-based perspective.
As people of color, we have not always been given the opportunity to address the intricacies of our mental health. We need to remind ourselves that we deserve to have a voice and tend to the vulnerable parts of who we are and what we experience in our life. I focus my work on the lived experiences of my clients as I aim to decolonize therapy with a justice-oriented and strengths-based approach. I work with individuals to develop positive tools and resources to help improve their relational and individual wellbeing.
With training in family systems theory, I address the needs of individuals in the context of family, social & cultural systems while working from a strength-based perspective.
As people of color, we have not always been given the opportunity to address the intricacies of our mental health. We need to remind ourselves that we deserve to have a voice and tend to the vulnerable parts of who we are and what we experience in our life. I focus my work on the lived experiences of my clients as I aim to decolonize therapy with a justice-oriented and strengths-based approach. I work with individuals to develop positive tools and resources to help improve their relational and individual wellbeing.
Sarah Kardelen
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98118
You may be feeling that the strands of your life are unraveling and you want to make sense of it all. My private practice, Tapestry Therapy, is founded upon the belief that your life is like a tapestry, consisting of strands of stories that have been woven together to make one larger story. Our story is part of the larger tapestry of our family, race, culture, country and world. Through the work of therapy, we come to understand our stories and be empowered to decide how we will write future chapters. I utilize process therapy and Lifespan Integration, which is a somatic therapy, to help my clients reach their goals.
You may be feeling that the strands of your life are unraveling and you want to make sense of it all. My private practice, Tapestry Therapy, is founded upon the belief that your life is like a tapestry, consisting of strands of stories that have been woven together to make one larger story. Our story is part of the larger tapestry of our family, race, culture, country and world. Through the work of therapy, we come to understand our stories and be empowered to decide how we will write future chapters. I utilize process therapy and Lifespan Integration, which is a somatic therapy, to help my clients reach their goals.
Brandon Tripp, MS, LMHC, SUDP, MAC, SAP
Counselor, MS, LMHC, SUDP, MAC, SAP
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98118
My Clients: I regularly work with clients on common issues such as: major life transitions, depression, anxiety, struggles with work-life balance, racial identity, family of origin issues, grief, trauma, and addiction recovery. I am passionate about working with: People of color, Students, people who identify as possessing multiple minority identities, LGBTQIA+, relationship problems, bicultural stress, cultural adjustment, sexual trauma, and issues related to sexual identity and gender. I am also comfortable working with non-heteronormative relationship lifestyles; particularly navigating issues related to open/poly relationships.
My Clients: I regularly work with clients on common issues such as: major life transitions, depression, anxiety, struggles with work-life balance, racial identity, family of origin issues, grief, trauma, and addiction recovery. I am passionate about working with: People of color, Students, people who identify as possessing multiple minority identities, LGBTQIA+, relationship problems, bicultural stress, cultural adjustment, sexual trauma, and issues related to sexual identity and gender. I am also comfortable working with non-heteronormative relationship lifestyles; particularly navigating issues related to open/poly relationships.
Kyla Burford
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, ESA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98118 (Online Only)
Often times, the only way out is through. You don’t have to make that journey alone. I will teach you skills to cope with your immediate challenges and I’ll support you with identifying and processing past experiences that are getting in the way of the life you want to live. Real change can be a scary, & sometimes painful, process but I will be in your corner, cheering you on & helping you access your strengths to move forward. Whether you are experiencing issues related to depression, anxiety, racial identity, ADHD, trauma, blended family, parenting, or something else, I would be honored to be part of your journey.
Often times, the only way out is through. You don’t have to make that journey alone. I will teach you skills to cope with your immediate challenges and I’ll support you with identifying and processing past experiences that are getting in the way of the life you want to live. Real change can be a scary, & sometimes painful, process but I will be in your corner, cheering you on & helping you access your strengths to move forward. Whether you are experiencing issues related to depression, anxiety, racial identity, ADHD, trauma, blended family, parenting, or something else, I would be honored to be part of your journey.
Danielle Jenkins Henry
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA
Verified Verified
Renton, WA 98056
As a former 6-year marketing executive at Microsoft, I empower women and people of color to heal from negative gender and racial experiences, particularly in a family/couple context and the workplace.
When life throws you curve balls, it can be hard to realize when you need support; especially when you've learned to cope by pushing through. You may not even recognize the signs, but deep down you feel yourself loosing your grounding. You may even fear the vulnerability in asking for help. Well, vulnerability is power and your bravery and courage are the first steps to getting what you need to walk down a new path. My goal is to walk beside you - through whatever mess is in the way, empowering you to envision where you'd like to be and guiding you through the journey of healing and growth.
As a former 6-year marketing executive at Microsoft, I empower women and people of color to heal from negative gender and racial experiences, particularly in a family/couple context and the workplace.
When life throws you curve balls, it can be hard to realize when you need support; especially when you've learned to cope by pushing through. You may not even recognize the signs, but deep down you feel yourself loosing your grounding. You may even fear the vulnerability in asking for help. Well, vulnerability is power and your bravery and courage are the first steps to getting what you need to walk down a new path. My goal is to walk beside you - through whatever mess is in the way, empowering you to envision where you'd like to be and guiding you through the journey of healing and growth.
Laurel Lum
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98118
I work with a range of issues including depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, abuse, codependency and relationship issues. I do not pathologize issues, challenges, problems or people. The soul is always seeking expression, not just with joy and happiness, but also through challenges and sorrows. When we honor all aspects of our life stories, healing pathways begin to open up for us.
I work with a range of issues including depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, abuse, codependency and relationship issues. I do not pathologize issues, challenges, problems or people. The soul is always seeking expression, not just with joy and happiness, but also through challenges and sorrows. When we honor all aspects of our life stories, healing pathways begin to open up for us.
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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.