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Yoko Shibata
Psychologist, PhD, NCSP
Verified Verified
Shoreline, WA 98155
自分らしく生きる、成長するって結構大変。 表面では笑顔を見せてるけど、本当は泣きたいんだ。なんだか一生懸命生きるのがつらい。世界はでかいのに、自分は押しつぶされそうな米粒の様に小さく感じる。そんな時に、一緒に悩んで、寄り添える、そんなカウンセラーでありたいと思っています。
自分らしく生きる、成長するって結構大変。 表面では笑顔を見せてるけど、本当は泣きたいんだ。なんだか一生懸命生きるのがつらい。世界はでかいのに、自分は押しつぶされそうな米粒の様に小さく感じる。そんな時に、一緒に悩んで、寄り添える、そんなカウンセラーでありたいと思っています。
(206) 672-9265 View (206) 672-9265
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Elisha Geers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Mountlake Terrace, WA 98043  (Online Only)
不眠、ストレス、不安などに悩まされていませんか?人間関係、憂鬱、不安、トラウマ、 女性特有の悩み(性的虐待、月経前不快気分障害、精神的な性機能不全など)、外国人移住者特有の悩み(カルチャーショック、孤独感、役割/アイデンティティの形成と変化、キャリア再構築、コミュニティ作り、福祉へのアクセス、対人関係・差別など)、物質使用・薬物乱用、境界性パーソナリティー障害(希死念慮も含む)などへ関するお悩みに対して日本語でのカウンセリングを行っております。
不眠、ストレス、不安などに悩まされていませんか?人間関係、憂鬱、不安、トラウマ、 女性特有の悩み(性的虐待、月経前不快気分障害、精神的な性機能不全など)、外国人移住者特有の悩み(カルチャーショック、孤独感、役割/アイデンティティの形成と変化、キャリア再構築、コミュニティ作り、福祉へのアクセス、対人関係・差別など)、物質使用・薬物乱用、境界性パーソナリティー障害(希死念慮も含む)などへ関するお悩みに対して日本語でのカウンセリングを行っております。
(425) 946-2517 View (425) 946-2517
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Makoto Fujisaki
Counselor, LMHCA, MS, MPhilEd
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98105  (Online Only)
I work with many clients who struggle understanding emotions, managing anxiety and stress, depressed moods, career uncertainties, and relationship/family issues.
Accepting new clients. Asian therapist who understands and will work with you to manage anxiety, relationship issues, boost your confidence and guide you to identify deeper root causes. Accepting Premera, BCBS, Anthem and Lifewise. Japanese available. Are you feeling overwhelmed and stressed? Are you struggling with low self-esteem? Have you ever wondered where your anxieties and other challenges are coming from? I understand the toll that these hurdles can take on your well-being. Whether you’re facing challenges dealing with and understanding your emotions or everyday life struggles, you are not alone and I’m here for you.
I work with many clients who struggle understanding emotions, managing anxiety and stress, depressed moods, career uncertainties, and relationship/family issues.
Accepting new clients. Asian therapist who understands and will work with you to manage anxiety, relationship issues, boost your confidence and guide you to identify deeper root causes. Accepting Premera, BCBS, Anthem and Lifewise. Japanese available. Are you feeling overwhelmed and stressed? Are you struggling with low self-esteem? Have you ever wondered where your anxieties and other challenges are coming from? I understand the toll that these hurdles can take on your well-being. Whether you’re facing challenges dealing with and understanding your emotions or everyday life struggles, you are not alone and I’m here for you.
(206) 401-5763 View (206) 401-5763
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Korean Christian Family Counseling Network
Counselor, MA, LMHCA, MDiv
Verified Verified
Kirkland, WA 98034
My counselings as Solution- focused, Person-centered & Biblical approaches for individual, couple & Family conflict issues.
My counselings as Solution- focused, Person-centered & Biblical approaches for individual, couple & Family conflict issues.
(425) 728-2539 View (425) 728-2539
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Rie Takeuchi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Issaquah, WA 98027
While I am trained in and certified in a number of different individual and family therapy modalities, I believe it is important to cater the approach to your needs.
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!
While I am trained in and certified in a number of different individual and family therapy modalities, I believe it is important to cater the approach to your needs.
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!
(425) 600-9219 View (425) 600-9219
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Yi-An Lo Burleson
Psychologist, PhD, MA
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98102  (Online Only)
My collectivist cultural background (Taiwan) and cross-cultural experience, allow me to assist clients both in exploring self and improving interpersonal and family relationships.
I believe that everyone can explore internally and foster potential to create a brighter outlook of life. Through open-minded and non-judgmental collaboration, I work with many individuals dealing with depression, anxiety, interpersonal, family dynamic issues, career concerns, trauma, grief, parenting, and body image issues. Almost 20 years of experience, I assist children, adults, families, and couples exploring self-understanding, identifying emotional and behavioral patterns, develop new perspectives and emotion and stress management skills, making meaningful interpersonal connections, and making career decisions.
My collectivist cultural background (Taiwan) and cross-cultural experience, allow me to assist clients both in exploring self and improving interpersonal and family relationships.
I believe that everyone can explore internally and foster potential to create a brighter outlook of life. Through open-minded and non-judgmental collaboration, I work with many individuals dealing with depression, anxiety, interpersonal, family dynamic issues, career concerns, trauma, grief, parenting, and body image issues. Almost 20 years of experience, I assist children, adults, families, and couples exploring self-understanding, identifying emotional and behavioral patterns, develop new perspectives and emotion and stress management skills, making meaningful interpersonal connections, and making career decisions.
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Yvonne Huber-Ito
Counselor, MSW, MHP, SWAIC, MHCA, DSW
Verified Verified
Arlington, WA 98223  (Online Only)
I am a Native American descendant and I am very passionate in working with Native Americans regarding Historic Trauma, strengthening the family unit, parenting issues, adolescent issues, loss and grief .
When I am introduced to a new client, I want to know why the client has chosen therapy and what needs and goals the client has. Once we discuss this then we will determine the path that we should use to meet those goals. Normally I use Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior therapy or Cognitive Behavior Therapy because I feel that these two types of therapy work well with a variety of issues. I strongly believe in a strength based client focused type of therapy. Everyone has inner strength and I would help you identify those strengths
I am a Native American descendant and I am very passionate in working with Native Americans regarding Historic Trauma, strengthening the family unit, parenting issues, adolescent issues, loss and grief .
When I am introduced to a new client, I want to know why the client has chosen therapy and what needs and goals the client has. Once we discuss this then we will determine the path that we should use to meet those goals. Normally I use Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior therapy or Cognitive Behavior Therapy because I feel that these two types of therapy work well with a variety of issues. I strongly believe in a strength based client focused type of therapy. Everyone has inner strength and I would help you identify those strengths
(360) 531-7842 View (360) 531-7842
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Yoshimi Pelczarski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98117
I HELP INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES NAVIGATE CHALLENGING TIMES : Are you feeling overwhelmed, stressed and anxious? Are you struggling with family of origin or relationship issues? Do you want to rebuild your new life or perhaps a new career, but don't know where to start or paralyzed by fear? It is imperative to tackle the root causes of your suffering in order for you to move forward. When your regular support system is not enough, it may be time to talk with a professional. As an experienced psychotherapist and coach, I can help you move past self-doubt and fear so that you can be excited about living your life again.
I HELP INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES NAVIGATE CHALLENGING TIMES : Are you feeling overwhelmed, stressed and anxious? Are you struggling with family of origin or relationship issues? Do you want to rebuild your new life or perhaps a new career, but don't know where to start or paralyzed by fear? It is imperative to tackle the root causes of your suffering in order for you to move forward. When your regular support system is not enough, it may be time to talk with a professional. As an experienced psychotherapist and coach, I can help you move past self-doubt and fear so that you can be excited about living your life again.
(206) 203-5839 View (206) 203-5839
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CH Counseling- Mandah Gombosuren
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Monroe, WA 98272
Current Openings! At CH Counseling, the clients we work with come into therapy with a variety of symptoms and concerns that are interfering with their every day life. I love the work of therapy because it can help people to heal. Life can be stressful and we find ourselves lonely in it. I believe we humans need to have a safe environment where we are heard and validated. In today’s busy world it is not easy to find that someone who can be there for you to listen to your struggles in life and help you to heal.
Current Openings! At CH Counseling, the clients we work with come into therapy with a variety of symptoms and concerns that are interfering with their every day life. I love the work of therapy because it can help people to heal. Life can be stressful and we find ourselves lonely in it. I believe we humans need to have a safe environment where we are heard and validated. In today’s busy world it is not easy to find that someone who can be there for you to listen to your struggles in life and help you to heal.
(360) 512-7411 View (360) 512-7411
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Traverse Therapy Services
Pre-Licensed Professional, LSCWA, MSW
Verified Verified
Lynnwood, WA 98036
We are currently accepting new clients! My name is Kendra M, I am a therapist at Traverse Therapy Services. My goal as a therapist is to work together with you collaboratively to find treatments and solutions to the issues and needs that you are facing. Whether you feel like you’re not understood or no one truly understands what you are trying to say or are struggling with anxiety, depression or other mental health needs I have experience and success in helping people on their journey to living healthy, fulfilling lives whether it is their first step or their last. My main goal is to support and help you in any way I can.
We are currently accepting new clients! My name is Kendra M, I am a therapist at Traverse Therapy Services. My goal as a therapist is to work together with you collaboratively to find treatments and solutions to the issues and needs that you are facing. Whether you feel like you’re not understood or no one truly understands what you are trying to say or are struggling with anxiety, depression or other mental health needs I have experience and success in helping people on their journey to living healthy, fulfilling lives whether it is their first step or their last. My main goal is to support and help you in any way I can.
(425) 587-8304 View (425) 587-8304
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Front Street Clinic, Inc
Verified Verified
Poulsbo, WA 98370
Seeking help in the face of personal, family’s psychological troubles requires courage.
Front Street Clinic Inc is a locally owned business offering comprehensive mental health services. We have convenient locations in Poulsbo, Silverdale, Port Orchard, Bainbridge Island, and Seattle, Washington. Our office works with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues and provides services that include medication management, transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), psychological testing and counseling. In a comfortable and supportive atmosphere, our treatment providers offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each of our clients individual needs to help attain the personal growth they need.
Seeking help in the face of personal, family’s psychological troubles requires courage.
Front Street Clinic Inc is a locally owned business offering comprehensive mental health services. We have convenient locations in Poulsbo, Silverdale, Port Orchard, Bainbridge Island, and Seattle, Washington. Our office works with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues and provides services that include medication management, transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), psychological testing and counseling. In a comfortable and supportive atmosphere, our treatment providers offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each of our clients individual needs to help attain the personal growth they need.
(360) 200-6167 View (360) 200-6167
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Amy Chilcote MA LMHC
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98101
In Person Appointments Available. In times of trouble, our thoughts and emotions can become overwhelming and painful. Talking with a counselor can reduce confusion and help you feel better. I will listen carefully to your point of view, ask questions about your life - past and present - and provide input on issues you raise. Over time, this process can provide perspective, insight, and tools for meaningful change.
In Person Appointments Available. In times of trouble, our thoughts and emotions can become overwhelming and painful. Talking with a counselor can reduce confusion and help you feel better. I will listen carefully to your point of view, ask questions about your life - past and present - and provide input on issues you raise. Over time, this process can provide perspective, insight, and tools for meaningful change.
(206) 535-1825 x206818 View (206) 535-1825 x206818
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Naoko Kaneda
Counselor, LHMC, SUDP, MA
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98107  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I believe therapy begins within a genuine connection where your unique story can truly be heard and validated. My role as a therapist is to provide space and support with attunement, compassion, and sensitivity to your specific needs. I believe that change occurs within the context of a trusting, respectful, and collaborative relationship in which you feel safe to speak freely about the challenges you are facing.
I believe therapy begins within a genuine connection where your unique story can truly be heard and validated. My role as a therapist is to provide space and support with attunement, compassion, and sensitivity to your specific needs. I believe that change occurs within the context of a trusting, respectful, and collaborative relationship in which you feel safe to speak freely about the challenges you are facing.
(206) 589-1239 x2347 View (206) 589-1239 x2347
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Junko Kozu
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98119
I am a licensed psychologist who is skilled in Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Solution Focused Therapy. I also integrate client-centered, existential, and gestalt approaches, and tailor them to client’s unique needs and goals. My specialties include relationship difficulties, depression, career concerns, work stress, anxiety/panic attacks, identity issues (sexual, developmental, racial), and cross-cultural relationship.
I am a licensed psychologist who is skilled in Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Solution Focused Therapy. I also integrate client-centered, existential, and gestalt approaches, and tailor them to client’s unique needs and goals. My specialties include relationship difficulties, depression, career concerns, work stress, anxiety/panic attacks, identity issues (sexual, developmental, racial), and cross-cultural relationship.
(206) 316-9348 View (206) 316-9348
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Wen Shao Lee
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Woodinville, WA 98072
If you have ever felt alone or out of place, I want to help you learn ways to interact with the world so that it doesn't seem so overwhelming or foreign. If you've struggled figuring out who you, where you belong, or what your values are, you're not alone - it's a natural part of the human experience!
If you have ever felt alone or out of place, I want to help you learn ways to interact with the world so that it doesn't seem so overwhelming or foreign. If you've struggled figuring out who you, where you belong, or what your values are, you're not alone - it's a natural part of the human experience!
(425) 475-2324 View (425) 475-2324
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Daniel Masler
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Bellingham, WA 98226  (Online Only)
I am passionate about helping people make sense of their lives in complicated times. I am an actively involved psychotherapist. I believe in developing a strongly collaborative relationship. With mutual curiosity, we can explore meaningful ways to find relief and make lasting, positive changes. I do psychotherapy with children, teens, families, and adults in English, Spanish, French, Italian, and in Japanese. I also do psychological evaluations for Attention Deficit Disorder.
I am passionate about helping people make sense of their lives in complicated times. I am an actively involved psychotherapist. I believe in developing a strongly collaborative relationship. With mutual curiosity, we can explore meaningful ways to find relief and make lasting, positive changes. I do psychotherapy with children, teens, families, and adults in English, Spanish, French, Italian, and in Japanese. I also do psychological evaluations for Attention Deficit Disorder.
(206) 460-1404 View (206) 460-1404
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Dianne Graham
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98103
Emotional pain, fear, and problems in life can propel someone into therapy. Distress can feel deep-rooted, and in actuality, often does reflect early, 'ancient' issues. I believe that also in our deepest roots, we may tap into powers of resilience and of amazing, unique selfhood that nourish us in development toward our human potentialities. In courageous exploration of, and work through life's challenges, we can find, and bring to light, marvelous, hard-won gifts of self-actualization, and well-being.
Emotional pain, fear, and problems in life can propel someone into therapy. Distress can feel deep-rooted, and in actuality, often does reflect early, 'ancient' issues. I believe that also in our deepest roots, we may tap into powers of resilience and of amazing, unique selfhood that nourish us in development toward our human potentialities. In courageous exploration of, and work through life's challenges, we can find, and bring to light, marvelous, hard-won gifts of self-actualization, and well-being.
(206) 489-3174 View (206) 489-3174
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Makiko Guji
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98101
Waitlist for new clients
As you are in the process of looking for a therapist, you may already be half-way through resolving your issues. It is said that client's readiness and willingness to make changes is the strongest indicator of successful therapy outcome. As a therapist, I will accompany you in the journey of actualizing your fullest potential by assisting you to develop internal and external resources such as the sense of freedom, choices, healthy sense of self, responsibility, managing life balance, and strong support systems and relationships.
As you are in the process of looking for a therapist, you may already be half-way through resolving your issues. It is said that client's readiness and willingness to make changes is the strongest indicator of successful therapy outcome. As a therapist, I will accompany you in the journey of actualizing your fullest potential by assisting you to develop internal and external resources such as the sense of freedom, choices, healthy sense of self, responsibility, managing life balance, and strong support systems and relationships.
(206) 370-4237 View (206) 370-4237
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Emmaus Counseling Center
Psychologist, PhD, LMFT, LMHC, LICSW, CSAT
Verified Verified
Redmond, WA 98052
Our psychologists and therapists are among the most respected in the area and have been selected because of their expertise in a variety of presenting issues and vast experience of therapeutic approaches. And because each of our clients are unique, our therapists offer an exciting and varied approach for each of their clients struggling with issues preventing them from living their best life.
Our psychologists and therapists are among the most respected in the area and have been selected because of their expertise in a variety of presenting issues and vast experience of therapeutic approaches. And because each of our clients are unique, our therapists offer an exciting and varied approach for each of their clients struggling with issues preventing them from living their best life.
(206) 309-4583 View (206) 309-4583
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Elizabeth Anne Rightor
Counselor, MA, MEd, MHCA, CRM
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bainbridge Island, WA 98110  (Online Only)
Are you living the life you desire? Are you paralyzed by anxiety or depression? Do you want to find more peace, fun, and intimacy in your personal relationships? Anais Nin once said, "There came a time when the risk to remain tight in the bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom." This quote underscores my belief that change and growth are available to us all; we simply have to be willing for the process to unfold. You can create the life that you want. I will help you get there.
Are you living the life you desire? Are you paralyzed by anxiety or depression? Do you want to find more peace, fun, and intimacy in your personal relationships? Anais Nin once said, "There came a time when the risk to remain tight in the bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom." This quote underscores my belief that change and growth are available to us all; we simply have to be willing for the process to unfold. You can create the life that you want. I will help you get there.
(206) 535-1409 View (206) 535-1409
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.