Therapists in Bellevue, WA
Azur Jafari
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bellevue, WA 98005 (Online Only)
As a queer, mixed second-generation immigrant, my passions and experiences are rooted in working with LGBTQIA2sNB+, BIPOC, and people living in marginalized bodies. Our work together will seek to unearth and honor your strengths, what you value, and who you want to be in this life. My hope for you is to feel liberated, to engage in play, patterns and relationships that nurture you, and to help you feel at home in your body and safe in community. I use a combination of approaches including ACT, DBT, IFS, exposure, and psychedelic preparation & integration. I provide therapy that is poly, kink, gender, and neurodivergent affirming.
As a queer, mixed second-generation immigrant, my passions and experiences are rooted in working with LGBTQIA2sNB+, BIPOC, and people living in marginalized bodies. Our work together will seek to unearth and honor your strengths, what you value, and who you want to be in this life. My hope for you is to feel liberated, to engage in play, patterns and relationships that nurture you, and to help you feel at home in your body and safe in community. I use a combination of approaches including ACT, DBT, IFS, exposure, and psychedelic preparation & integration. I provide therapy that is poly, kink, gender, and neurodivergent affirming.
Danny Kochanowski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSWAIC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Bellevue, WA 98004
You've come into adulthood as a queer or trans person and you’re realizing that everything is harder than you envisioned. Some of what’s happened in your past is coming back to affect you, or maybe it has for quite some time. You’re learning more and more that many places in the world haven’t been designed for you, or that the spaces you find yourself in don’t account for the real you. You don’t feel very good about yourself and everything you've tried so far hasn't made the impact that you've wanted it to. You’re stuck, anxious, overwhelmed, lonely, or scared...or all of the above.
You've come into adulthood as a queer or trans person and you’re realizing that everything is harder than you envisioned. Some of what’s happened in your past is coming back to affect you, or maybe it has for quite some time. You’re learning more and more that many places in the world haven’t been designed for you, or that the spaces you find yourself in don’t account for the real you. You don’t feel very good about yourself and everything you've tried so far hasn't made the impact that you've wanted it to. You’re stuck, anxious, overwhelmed, lonely, or scared...or all of the above.
Serena Stark
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSWAIC
Verified Verified
Bellevue, WA 98005
Serena’s areas of focus include gender-based violence, eating disorders (including ARFID), LGBTQ+ related struggles, and autism spectrum disorder. Serena also focuses on the commonly co-occurring experiences such as depression and anxiety. She uses a trauma-informed and feminist theory based approach in her sessions with clients.
Serena’s areas of focus include gender-based violence, eating disorders (including ARFID), LGBTQ+ related struggles, and autism spectrum disorder. Serena also focuses on the commonly co-occurring experiences such as depression and anxiety. She uses a trauma-informed and feminist theory based approach in her sessions with clients.
Dani Bohbot
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSWAIC
Verified Verified
Bellevue, WA 98005
I identity as LGBTQIA+ and work closely with my community.
Do you have anxious thoughts that keep you on a loop that spirals and feels exhausting? Maybe you struggle with indecision and confidence in your life. Anxiety shows up in many ways and without realizing it we often find ourselves coping in ways that distance us from who we are. Maybe that looks like avoiding social situations, obsessive thinking and actions, disorder eating, or perfectionism. Or maybe you find yourself exhausted first thing in the morning and struggle to get out of bed. Depression can feel like an invisible rain cloud following only you around, leading to feeling alone, hopeless, and angry at life.
I identity as LGBTQIA+ and work closely with my community.
Do you have anxious thoughts that keep you on a loop that spirals and feels exhausting? Maybe you struggle with indecision and confidence in your life. Anxiety shows up in many ways and without realizing it we often find ourselves coping in ways that distance us from who we are. Maybe that looks like avoiding social situations, obsessive thinking and actions, disorder eating, or perfectionism. Or maybe you find yourself exhausted first thing in the morning and struggle to get out of bed. Depression can feel like an invisible rain cloud following only you around, leading to feeling alone, hopeless, and angry at life.
Wayfinder Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, CMHS
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Bellevue, WA 98005 (Online Only)
I'm an individual and family therapist who enjoys helping adolescents and adults cope with life changes and traumatic experiences. Some issues I help clients with include: healing from abuse, divorce, school difficulties, parenting challenges, domestic violence, behavioral problems, anxiety, depression, and coping with chronic illness. I work to provide my clients with a safe and comfortable space to talk as well as to provide them with tools to help get through difficult times and situations. I am experienced in working with clients from the LGBTQ community, as well as those in non-traditional family/relationship structures.
I'm an individual and family therapist who enjoys helping adolescents and adults cope with life changes and traumatic experiences. Some issues I help clients with include: healing from abuse, divorce, school difficulties, parenting challenges, domestic violence, behavioral problems, anxiety, depression, and coping with chronic illness. I work to provide my clients with a safe and comfortable space to talk as well as to provide them with tools to help get through difficult times and situations. I am experienced in working with clients from the LGBTQ community, as well as those in non-traditional family/relationship structures.
Christy Forrester
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Bellevue, WA 98004 (Online Only)
I am LGBTQIA, kink, & poly friendly.
Are you wishing for better relationships? Feeling anxious, down, lost, or wondering about the meaning of life? Would you like to feel more confident? Hoping to heal after trauma? Going through loss or life transition? We need lots of self-compassion so we can heal and find a better approach to our lives and relationships. I offer a non-judgmental space to be open about your struggles and explore what it means to live in your values. It is through our common humanity that I relate to my clients. I believe the struggles we face also occur in the systems of race, class, gender, sexuality, age, ability, religion, and national identity.
I am LGBTQIA, kink, & poly friendly.
Are you wishing for better relationships? Feeling anxious, down, lost, or wondering about the meaning of life? Would you like to feel more confident? Hoping to heal after trauma? Going through loss or life transition? We need lots of self-compassion so we can heal and find a better approach to our lives and relationships. I offer a non-judgmental space to be open about your struggles and explore what it means to live in your values. It is through our common humanity that I relate to my clients. I believe the struggles we face also occur in the systems of race, class, gender, sexuality, age, ability, religion, and national identity.
Hannah Bliss
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Bellevue, WA 98006
I work with adults experiencing depression, anxiety, relationship issues, low self concept, and disordered eating. I connect well with LGBTQIA, ADHD/neurodivergent, highly sensitive people, and those ready to explore themselves deeply. In therapy with me, people often experience shifts toward acceptance and authenticity in how they relate to themselves, connect with others, and live in alignment with their values. I believe that "you are not a machine with broken parts, you are an animal whose needs have not been met." - Johann Hari.
I work with adults experiencing depression, anxiety, relationship issues, low self concept, and disordered eating. I connect well with LGBTQIA, ADHD/neurodivergent, highly sensitive people, and those ready to explore themselves deeply. In therapy with me, people often experience shifts toward acceptance and authenticity in how they relate to themselves, connect with others, and live in alignment with their values. I believe that "you are not a machine with broken parts, you are an animal whose needs have not been met." - Johann Hari.
Larissa Severson
Counselor, LMHCA, CN
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Bellevue, WA 98004
You don’t have to hold big things on your own. I help take off some of the burden that humans carry. The best part of my job is sitting with people through both challenging and exciting times in their lives. I am passionate about helping clients work through complex trauma, including medical trauma; women’s health and LGBTQ well-being; couples and non-traditional relationships; and anyone who finds it challenging to live in a neurotypical world.
You don’t have to hold big things on your own. I help take off some of the burden that humans carry. The best part of my job is sitting with people through both challenging and exciting times in their lives. I am passionate about helping clients work through complex trauma, including medical trauma; women’s health and LGBTQ well-being; couples and non-traditional relationships; and anyone who finds it challenging to live in a neurotypical world.
Rebecca J Eyre Therapy
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bellevue, WA 98004 (Online Only)
With 10+ years of clinical experience, I specialize in trauma, eating disorders, anxiety, and LGBTQ+ issues.
Imagine going through life being able to – emotionally, relationally, physically, truly – trust your gut. Therapy is an opportunity to learn how to do just that. My clients come from all walks of life, but they usually begin therapy with some version of the same core feeling: it’s all just too much. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed in daily life, navigating complicated relationships, wanting to heal your relationship with food or your body, or (re)discovering who you are – you're here because you need some support and you're daring to imagine that you deserve it. And you do!
With 10+ years of clinical experience, I specialize in trauma, eating disorders, anxiety, and LGBTQ+ issues.
Imagine going through life being able to – emotionally, relationally, physically, truly – trust your gut. Therapy is an opportunity to learn how to do just that. My clients come from all walks of life, but they usually begin therapy with some version of the same core feeling: it’s all just too much. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed in daily life, navigating complicated relationships, wanting to heal your relationship with food or your body, or (re)discovering who you are – you're here because you need some support and you're daring to imagine that you deserve it. And you do!
Jordan Rodgers, Liberated Self Counseling, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSWAIC
Verified Verified
Bellevue, WA 98008 (Online Only)
I am neurodivergent, Japanese-American and White, and am part of the LGBTQ+ community.
When we make time to listen to our bodies and emotions, we begin to reconnect with our inherent wisdom. We don't lose touch with this wisdom on our own. Trauma, unhealed wounds, and oppressive systems disconnect us from our wisdom and intuition, and impact our ability to feel at ease. You and your body carry so much, from the grief and resilience of those who came before you, to the stress of everyday life, and each story of pain, joy, and survival that has led you to seek care. It is normal to experience overwhelm, anxiety, disruption, and depression while carrying so much. You weren't meant to carry it all on your own.
I am neurodivergent, Japanese-American and White, and am part of the LGBTQ+ community.
When we make time to listen to our bodies and emotions, we begin to reconnect with our inherent wisdom. We don't lose touch with this wisdom on our own. Trauma, unhealed wounds, and oppressive systems disconnect us from our wisdom and intuition, and impact our ability to feel at ease. You and your body carry so much, from the grief and resilience of those who came before you, to the stress of everyday life, and each story of pain, joy, and survival that has led you to seek care. It is normal to experience overwhelm, anxiety, disruption, and depression while carrying so much. You weren't meant to carry it all on your own.
Andrea L Nguyen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA , LMFT, MHP
Verified Verified
Bellevue, WA 98004
Waitlist for new clients
Connection is essential to our survival as humans. Being truly seen & heard without judgment is connection in its truest form. No matter what has led you to seek out therapy…whether you going through a difficult life event, life changes, or are feeling "stuck" or disconnected in your life, therapy provides a safe space to be yourself. I seek to build a relationship of trust, curiosity, & exploration in which you feel empowered to use your autonomy to make choices that feel most supportive to you. i enjoy working with adults 18+ struggling with anxiety, depression, life transitions, LGBTQIA issues, & eating disorders.
Connection is essential to our survival as humans. Being truly seen & heard without judgment is connection in its truest form. No matter what has led you to seek out therapy…whether you going through a difficult life event, life changes, or are feeling "stuck" or disconnected in your life, therapy provides a safe space to be yourself. I seek to build a relationship of trust, curiosity, & exploration in which you feel empowered to use your autonomy to make choices that feel most supportive to you. i enjoy working with adults 18+ struggling with anxiety, depression, life transitions, LGBTQIA issues, & eating disorders.
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Counselor, LMHCA, MA, RD
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Bellevue, WA 98004 (Online Only)
As both a mental health counselor and registered dietitian, I offer holistic, mind-body connected mental health care for eating disorders, body image, & identity. My work centers around our relationships: our relationship with the self, with others, with food, our bodies and the world around us. This philosophy includes the therapeutic relationship, meaning I deeply prioritize ensuring that you feel connected, heard and seen in our work together. As a sex positive, multiculturally sensitive and LGBT+ allied provider, it is central to my work to affirm and normalize our human experiences in order to dissipate the burdens of shame.
As both a mental health counselor and registered dietitian, I offer holistic, mind-body connected mental health care for eating disorders, body image, & identity. My work centers around our relationships: our relationship with the self, with others, with food, our bodies and the world around us. This philosophy includes the therapeutic relationship, meaning I deeply prioritize ensuring that you feel connected, heard and seen in our work together. As a sex positive, multiculturally sensitive and LGBT+ allied provider, it is central to my work to affirm and normalize our human experiences in order to dissipate the burdens of shame.
Shuyang Liu
Counselor, LHMC, MA
Verified Verified
Bellevue, WA 98005 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I am a bicultural and a bilingual immigrant therapist with a passion for supporting and empowering people of color, LGBTQ individuals, and other marginalized groups, and my personal and professional goals include disrupting the oppression and creating an equitable and safe world for all. I practice under ACT and Person-Centered framework, and value establishing a therapeutic relationship that's based on trust, which is safe and warm to hold your emotions and experiences--I believe in the uniqueness for every client, and am dedicated to view the development of each client which is reflective of your own goals and values.
I am a bicultural and a bilingual immigrant therapist with a passion for supporting and empowering people of color, LGBTQ individuals, and other marginalized groups, and my personal and professional goals include disrupting the oppression and creating an equitable and safe world for all. I practice under ACT and Person-Centered framework, and value establishing a therapeutic relationship that's based on trust, which is safe and warm to hold your emotions and experiences--I believe in the uniqueness for every client, and am dedicated to view the development of each client which is reflective of your own goals and values.
Stories Of Hope - Tania Beaudet
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bellevue, WA 98004
Cultivating meaning in our life and connections with our loved ones serves as the cornerstones in discovering growth, purpose and happiness within our lives. As a trauma informed systemic relational therapist, I use narrative therapy, IFS, couples therapy, EMDR and mindfulness to assist clients working through life transitions, challenges, relationship/family/parenting issues, trauma, anxiety, depression and grief. I am dedicated to offering therapy that is inclusive and empathetic, as well as offering care to clients of systemically oppressed communities. I want to offer a safer environment for all. Accepting new clients
Cultivating meaning in our life and connections with our loved ones serves as the cornerstones in discovering growth, purpose and happiness within our lives. As a trauma informed systemic relational therapist, I use narrative therapy, IFS, couples therapy, EMDR and mindfulness to assist clients working through life transitions, challenges, relationship/family/parenting issues, trauma, anxiety, depression and grief. I am dedicated to offering therapy that is inclusive and empathetic, as well as offering care to clients of systemically oppressed communities. I want to offer a safer environment for all. Accepting new clients
Caitlin Elisabeth Pitchon
Counselor, MA, LMHCA
Verified Verified
Bellevue, WA 98004
Everyone has a story to tell and I'm here to listen to yours, to provide a warm, nonjudgmental space to reflect on your experiences and create lasting positive change that matters most to you. Anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, and major life changes can often make us feel detached from ourselves and those around us. It is an absolute privilege for me to provide a space where you can feel supported and understood. I specialize in my work with adolescents and young adults, with extensive experience in this demographic. I also assist adults with anxiety and addiction and help couples improve communication.
Everyone has a story to tell and I'm here to listen to yours, to provide a warm, nonjudgmental space to reflect on your experiences and create lasting positive change that matters most to you. Anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, and major life changes can often make us feel detached from ourselves and those around us. It is an absolute privilege for me to provide a space where you can feel supported and understood. I specialize in my work with adolescents and young adults, with extensive experience in this demographic. I also assist adults with anxiety and addiction and help couples improve communication.
Ashley Levien
Counselor, MA, LMHC, MHP
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Bellevue, WA 98004 (Online Only)
I am a holistic, integrative, person-centered, culturally considerate therapist for adolescents ages 13 & up, individuals, partners and families. I am curious, open-minded, and non-judgmental. I believe communication with yourself and others is at the heart of successful relationships. I also believe that you know what you need to heal and my job is to help you get more in touch with that part of yourself. As an empathetic witness, advocate, and guide, I will help you increase your self-awareness and sense of agency through mindful observation, personal exploration, and collaborative experimentation.
I am a holistic, integrative, person-centered, culturally considerate therapist for adolescents ages 13 & up, individuals, partners and families. I am curious, open-minded, and non-judgmental. I believe communication with yourself and others is at the heart of successful relationships. I also believe that you know what you need to heal and my job is to help you get more in touch with that part of yourself. As an empathetic witness, advocate, and guide, I will help you increase your self-awareness and sense of agency through mindful observation, personal exploration, and collaborative experimentation.
Natalie Upton
Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Bellevue, WA 98005 (Online Only)
Hey there, welcome! I'm Natalie. I see individuals (15+) and couples. Coming to therapy and being vulnerable with someone new is a decision no one makes lightly. Sadly, when it comes to mental health and personal growth, it's not unusual to feel stuck for months or years without experiencing a noteworthy change. If willpower were enough to pull anyone out of a tough spot, then no one would need therapy, ever! If you are interested in making a real difference in your quality of life, you've come to the right place. To achieve this, I am informed by evidence based therapies that maximize your effort and investment.
Hey there, welcome! I'm Natalie. I see individuals (15+) and couples. Coming to therapy and being vulnerable with someone new is a decision no one makes lightly. Sadly, when it comes to mental health and personal growth, it's not unusual to feel stuck for months or years without experiencing a noteworthy change. If willpower were enough to pull anyone out of a tough spot, then no one would need therapy, ever! If you are interested in making a real difference in your quality of life, you've come to the right place. To achieve this, I am informed by evidence based therapies that maximize your effort and investment.
Jessa White
Counselor, LMCHA, MA, RYT
Verified Verified
Bellevue, WA 98004
Monday at 4:00pm available in person or online- Thursday at 3:00 in person or online ———-I’ve found that therapy is most powerful when there is a combination of traditional western methodology and eastern philosophy practices. Together, we’ll discuss who you are. I’ll form questions that provide insight into your systems, and patterns. We’ll discuss family of origin. Time and time again. We’ll talk about diet; we’ll talk about love. We’ll discuss death. Together we’ll uncover aspects of your human experience and award you the opportunity to look further inward.
Monday at 4:00pm available in person or online- Thursday at 3:00 in person or online ———-I’ve found that therapy is most powerful when there is a combination of traditional western methodology and eastern philosophy practices. Together, we’ll discuss who you are. I’ll form questions that provide insight into your systems, and patterns. We’ll discuss family of origin. Time and time again. We’ll talk about diet; we’ll talk about love. We’ll discuss death. Together we’ll uncover aspects of your human experience and award you the opportunity to look further inward.
Bella Oshry
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bellevue, WA 98005
So, you know how there are those therapists who are calming, soothing, and usually have one of those freaking awesome rock formations with streaming water behind them? Yeah, well... I'm not one of those therapists! First off, I just used the word "freaking" in my intro, and that's when I'm trying to be my most professional self! Secondly, and more importantly, I'm just not into all the head bobbing and "tell me more." I'm more of a "what's going on? Talk to me" kind of therapist. I will listen, and never judge you. I will laugh (and sometimes cry) with you, and I will use every therapeutic tool at my disposal to help you!
So, you know how there are those therapists who are calming, soothing, and usually have one of those freaking awesome rock formations with streaming water behind them? Yeah, well... I'm not one of those therapists! First off, I just used the word "freaking" in my intro, and that's when I'm trying to be my most professional self! Secondly, and more importantly, I'm just not into all the head bobbing and "tell me more." I'm more of a "what's going on? Talk to me" kind of therapist. I will listen, and never judge you. I will laugh (and sometimes cry) with you, and I will use every therapeutic tool at my disposal to help you!
Kasey Taylor
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFTA
Verified Verified
Bellevue, WA 98004
Waitlist for new clients
Are you a young adult or teen struggling with life transitions, self esteem, anxiety, or depression? Have you been experiencing stress, burnout, or overwhelm? During teen and young adult years, coping with emotions, relationships, and the pressures of daily life can be particularly challenging. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate, I support clients in navigating teen and young adult issues, while emphasizing mindfulness, connection, the creation of meaning, and holistic well-being. I help clients learn to balance self-compassion with goal-oriented change.
Are you a young adult or teen struggling with life transitions, self esteem, anxiety, or depression? Have you been experiencing stress, burnout, or overwhelm? During teen and young adult years, coping with emotions, relationships, and the pressures of daily life can be particularly challenging. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate, I support clients in navigating teen and young adult issues, while emphasizing mindfulness, connection, the creation of meaning, and holistic well-being. I help clients learn to balance self-compassion with goal-oriented change.
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LGBTQ+ Therapists
Do LGBTQ-affirmative therapists receive special training?
Yes. Many therapists who practice LGBTQ-affirmative therapy have completed specialized training, either during their degree program or as continuing education, to learn the core principles of affirmative therapy and how to best support their LGBTQ clients; some have received certifications in LGBTQ-affirmative therapy. Prospective clients should inquire as to a clinician’s background and training to ensure a good fit.
Why might I want to see an LGBTQ-affirming or LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
Queer and gender-non-conforming individuals frequently experience bias and marginalization in day-to-day life. Working with a therapist who understands these unique challenges, as well as accepts and affirms their identity, can help LGBTQ clients feel safe and supported during therapy—allowing them to better navigate their relationships, mental health, and anything else that they wish to explore during therapy. It is important to note that many therapists can be effective in their work with LGBTQ+ individuals, even in the absence of specific training or background knowledge. The most important component in therapy is the alliance between therapist and client, and this alliance can exist between individuals with very different backgrounds.
How can I find an LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
You may wish to inquire about a therapist’s expertise with your specific challenges or concerns—depression, for example, or relationship strife—as well as their past experiences treating LGBTQ+ clients. Prospective clients may also ask whether a therapist has obtained additional training and/or certification in LGBTQ-affirmative techniques.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience with LGBTQ issues?
Prospective clients should feel empowered to directly ask therapists whether they have received training or been certified in LGBTQ-affirming therapy; competent therapists will be happy to explain their educational background and preferred approach(es) to help a client find the best match for them. Clients may also wish to ask how a therapist has treated clients with their particular challenges in the past and what they expect treatment to look like.
Are all the therapists listed in the LGBTQ directory themselves members of the LGBTQ community?
While therapists may choose to disclose their sexual orientation or gender identity in their profiles, the LGBTQ directory features not only those who have shared this information but also those who assert specialized training or experience in providing support to queer individuals, couples or families.