Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) Therapists in Bellingham, WA
Kelsie Wheeler
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Bellingham, WA 98225
As a dedicated mental health therapist, I specialize in Family Systems therapy and Somatic Experiencing. My approach is rooted in creating a safe and collaborative space for individuals and families to explore, understand, and navigate the challenges they face. Family Systems therapy allows us to delve into the interconnected dynamics within relationships, fostering healing and growth. Additionally, my training in Somatic Experiencing enables me to guide clients in reconnecting with their body's wisdom, promoting resilience in the face of trauma and stress.
As a dedicated mental health therapist, I specialize in Family Systems therapy and Somatic Experiencing. My approach is rooted in creating a safe and collaborative space for individuals and families to explore, understand, and navigate the challenges they face. Family Systems therapy allows us to delve into the interconnected dynamics within relationships, fostering healing and growth. Additionally, my training in Somatic Experiencing enables me to guide clients in reconnecting with their body's wisdom, promoting resilience in the face of trauma and stress.
Marion Murray
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Bellingham, WA 98225
As a LMFT I have worked over the past 15 years extensively with adults and adolescents experiencing traumas. Trauma can spill over onto family systems, causing pain and suffering to those we love and who love us. Whether our focus together is healing past traumas, unhappiness in relationships, or finding a way to navigate bringing together a new family system - lets start. I strongly believe in the ability of people to heal, grow, and improve their lives within a safe therapeutic environment, to explore their feelings and experiences. I would be honored to be the person you choose to help the healing begin.
As a LMFT I have worked over the past 15 years extensively with adults and adolescents experiencing traumas. Trauma can spill over onto family systems, causing pain and suffering to those we love and who love us. Whether our focus together is healing past traumas, unhappiness in relationships, or finding a way to navigate bringing together a new family system - lets start. I strongly believe in the ability of people to heal, grow, and improve their lives within a safe therapeutic environment, to explore their feelings and experiences. I would be honored to be the person you choose to help the healing begin.
Kendra Wills
MS, BCBA, LBA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bellingham, WA 98229
I specialize in nurturing growth and fostering meaningful connections from the tender age of toddlerhood to the threshold of early adulthood, extending up to age 45. With a compassionate approach, I partner with individuals and their families to navigate personal aspirations, social dynamics, and developmental landmarks, My mission is to equip families with the tools and structure necessary to amplify desired outcomes and promote harmony within the family unit. I empower individuals by imparting essential emotion regulation techniques, facilitating a pathway toward serenity and resilience in their daily lives.
I specialize in nurturing growth and fostering meaningful connections from the tender age of toddlerhood to the threshold of early adulthood, extending up to age 45. With a compassionate approach, I partner with individuals and their families to navigate personal aspirations, social dynamics, and developmental landmarks, My mission is to equip families with the tools and structure necessary to amplify desired outcomes and promote harmony within the family unit. I empower individuals by imparting essential emotion regulation techniques, facilitating a pathway toward serenity and resilience in their daily lives.
Jessica Graf
Counselor, LSWAIC, LMHCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bellingham, WA 98226
Not accepting new clients
People who are deemed as "unique" or "different" often see themselves as misunderstood. This can lead to many different issues such as isolation/loneliness, anxiety, depression, stress, self-esteem issues, and many others. The teenage and young adult life stages can be especially tough.
People who are deemed as "unique" or "different" often see themselves as misunderstood. This can lead to many different issues such as isolation/loneliness, anxiety, depression, stress, self-esteem issues, and many others. The teenage and young adult life stages can be especially tough.
Online Therapists
Kids and Family Counseling PLLC.
Counselor, MS, MA, LMHC, BCBA, MHP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Duvall, WA 98019
Empowering children, teens and adults to overcome challenges in their everyday life and help them rediscover their strengths and interpersonal competencies is the focus of my practice. Are you or someone you know, experiencing lack of motivation, facing friendship and self worth challenges, are defiant, aggressive, anxious, depressed, moody and lonely? Is your family in crisis? If so, do give me a call. People come to me for help with mood/ anxiety issues, Autism, ADHD, Anger problems, depression, OCD, PTSD , stress., multicultural and relational issues, social skills support and behavioral, parenting and school based challenges.
Empowering children, teens and adults to overcome challenges in their everyday life and help them rediscover their strengths and interpersonal competencies is the focus of my practice. Are you or someone you know, experiencing lack of motivation, facing friendship and self worth challenges, are defiant, aggressive, anxious, depressed, moody and lonely? Is your family in crisis? If so, do give me a call. People come to me for help with mood/ anxiety issues, Autism, ADHD, Anger problems, depression, OCD, PTSD , stress., multicultural and relational issues, social skills support and behavioral, parenting and school based challenges.
Alexander Johnson
Counselor, MA, , LMHC, CDP, MHP
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98115
Congratulations, you have just found my profile on Psychology Today! I truly appreciate your choice in arriving at my profile. I am a duel credentialed clinician. Originally from Chicago, I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and a Certified Substance Use Disorder Professional in the State of Washington. I completed my undergraduate psychology degree at the University Of San Francisco. Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology from Seattle University. I have been in the behavioral health field since 2007. I provide direct clinical service; intake evaluations; diagnosis; individual, group, and family psychotherapy,Psychoeducation
Congratulations, you have just found my profile on Psychology Today! I truly appreciate your choice in arriving at my profile. I am a duel credentialed clinician. Originally from Chicago, I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and a Certified Substance Use Disorder Professional in the State of Washington. I completed my undergraduate psychology degree at the University Of San Francisco. Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology from Seattle University. I have been in the behavioral health field since 2007. I provide direct clinical service; intake evaluations; diagnosis; individual, group, and family psychotherapy,Psychoeducation
Victoria Baker
Counselor, LPC, LMHCA
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98104 (Online Only)
Hello! I'm Victoria Baker, a dedicated and empathetic therapist who enjoys working with adolescents and adults. Witnessing transformation and growth during pivotal life stages is incredibly rewarding. My goal is to empower clients, foster healthy coping, and build skills for fulfilling lives. I create a safe, non-judgmental space where clients are heard and understood. Tailoring each session to individual needs, preferences, and goals, I view clients as experts in their lives.
Hello! I'm Victoria Baker, a dedicated and empathetic therapist who enjoys working with adolescents and adults. Witnessing transformation and growth during pivotal life stages is incredibly rewarding. My goal is to empower clients, foster healthy coping, and build skills for fulfilling lives. I create a safe, non-judgmental space where clients are heard and understood. Tailoring each session to individual needs, preferences, and goals, I view clients as experts in their lives.
Andrei Dandescu Behavioral Care, LLC
Counselor, MA, LMHC, CSOTP
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98103
Waitlist for new clients
The current focus is on time-effective cognitive-behavioral, psychosomatic and depth psychology approaches individually tailored for each patient.
The current focus is on time-effective cognitive-behavioral, psychosomatic and depth psychology approaches individually tailored for each patient.
Rachel Halberstadt
Pre-Licensed Professional, BS
Verified Verified
Lynnwood, WA 98036
Coming from the emergency medical field, I’ve seen firsthand how the mind, body, and soul are connected. We are all intersectional beings that encompass a vast amount of love and kindness, to give to ourselves and share with others.
Coming from the emergency medical field, I’ve seen firsthand how the mind, body, and soul are connected. We are all intersectional beings that encompass a vast amount of love and kindness, to give to ourselves and share with others.
Yaffa Cohen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Issaquah, WA 98027
As a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker. my approach is patient-centered care with a focus on helping clients draw on their strengths and life experiences to make desired changes in their lives. Under the right condition, daily challenges stress and strain our coping skills triggering emotional responses . These challenges impact our personal and professional lives leaving us with opportunities to open new doors and grow resilience and emotional fortitude. When you change the way you look at things, the things you look at and experience changes.
As a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker. my approach is patient-centered care with a focus on helping clients draw on their strengths and life experiences to make desired changes in their lives. Under the right condition, daily challenges stress and strain our coping skills triggering emotional responses . These challenges impact our personal and professional lives leaving us with opportunities to open new doors and grow resilience and emotional fortitude. When you change the way you look at things, the things you look at and experience changes.
Jonathan N Goodman
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Woodinville, WA 98072
Jonathan has been providing assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and psychotherapy services to individuals and families for over 25 years. He has worked as a licensed psychologist or psychotherapist in Ohio, Michigan, the United Kingdom, and Washington. He has worked with clients of all ages and with a variety of mental health issues. However, he has had specialized training and experience working with clients dealing with personality disorders, eating disorders, resistant depression, and in managing clients in crisis. Additionally, he has extensive experience in areas including anxiety disorders, family/couples therapy, clients managing severe mental illness, and in working with adolescents. Learn More
Jonathan has been providing assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and psychotherapy services to individuals and families for over 25 years. He has worked as a licensed psychologist or psychotherapist in Ohio, Michigan, the United Kingdom, and Washington. He has worked with clients of all ages and with a variety of mental health issues. However, he has had specialized training and experience working with clients dealing with personality disorders, eating disorders, resistant depression, and in managing clients in crisis. Additionally, he has extensive experience in areas including anxiety disorders, family/couples therapy, clients managing severe mental illness, and in working with adolescents. Learn More
Alexander Johnson
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98133 (Online Only)
Alexander Johnson is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) who has over 14 years of experience working with clients of all ages. He specializes in treating depression, anxiety, anger issues, stress, life transitions, women's issues, men's issues, personality disorders, and much more.
Alexander Johnson is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) who has over 14 years of experience working with clients of all ages. He specializes in treating depression, anxiety, anger issues, stress, life transitions, women's issues, men's issues, personality disorders, and much more.
Daniel Figueira
Counselor, LMHC, NBCC, MS
Verified Verified
Gig Harbor, WA 98335
I believe that all of us have the ability to be great, but there are challenges that get in the way. My passion is to help you realize who you are and what you can accomplish despite those challenges. I want to motivate and help you to do the work you need to be a better person, spouse, partner, parent, or friend. I know that we all have things going on, my goal is to be there for you through it, good or bad. Building you up or being there through a tough time that's what therapy is for.
I believe that all of us have the ability to be great, but there are challenges that get in the way. My passion is to help you realize who you are and what you can accomplish despite those challenges. I want to motivate and help you to do the work you need to be a better person, spouse, partner, parent, or friend. I know that we all have things going on, my goal is to be there for you through it, good or bad. Building you up or being there through a tough time that's what therapy is for.
Life Skills Management Services LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MBA, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Federal Way, WA 98003 (Online Only)
We are licensed in Washington, Utah, Oregon, Maine, Minnesota, Florida, Pennsylvania, New York, New Jersey, North Carolina and Colorado. We currently offer telehealth and virtual therapeutic services. We work with individuals with a wide range of concerns including depression, mood disorders, family relations issues, substance use disorders, and co-occurring disorders. We combine different therapeutic approaches based on client's presenting concerns, goals, and motivation, such as, cognitive-behavioral, brief therapy, mindfulness, client-centered, solution-focused therapy.
We are licensed in Washington, Utah, Oregon, Maine, Minnesota, Florida, Pennsylvania, New York, New Jersey, North Carolina and Colorado. We currently offer telehealth and virtual therapeutic services. We work with individuals with a wide range of concerns including depression, mood disorders, family relations issues, substance use disorders, and co-occurring disorders. We combine different therapeutic approaches based on client's presenting concerns, goals, and motivation, such as, cognitive-behavioral, brief therapy, mindfulness, client-centered, solution-focused therapy.
Madeline Frank
PhD, BCBA-D, LBA
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98125
My experience as a behavior analyst spans educational, clinical, and home/community settings. I worked for several years as a special education classroom teacher and I feel strongly that parent involvement/training is critical for a child's success. I aim to provide children and families with tools to rapidly improve language comprehension and vocalization, replace problem behaviors, teach self-help skills, and enhance age-appropriate social skills. I primarily work with children between 2-10 years old, but have experience working with clients up to 21 years old.
My experience as a behavior analyst spans educational, clinical, and home/community settings. I worked for several years as a special education classroom teacher and I feel strongly that parent involvement/training is critical for a child's success. I aim to provide children and families with tools to rapidly improve language comprehension and vocalization, replace problem behaviors, teach self-help skills, and enhance age-appropriate social skills. I primarily work with children between 2-10 years old, but have experience working with clients up to 21 years old.
Kez Mayers
Counselor, MA, LMHCA, NCC, CCTP
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98109 (Online Only)
Do you struggle to feel arousal or pleasure during sex? Have you lost the sexual spark and excitement in your relationship? Do you struggle with desires, thoughts, and behaviors that you feel as though you can’t share with others for fear of shame, stigma, ignorance, or violence? Have you struggled to understand yourself as a sexual being due to stigmatizing beliefs and messages? Navigating the nuances of relationships, sex, sexual health, sexual identity, and gender identity can be difficult and exhausting on its own. Through open-minded, compassionate, and culturally competent care, I am committed to help you meet your goals.
Do you struggle to feel arousal or pleasure during sex? Have you lost the sexual spark and excitement in your relationship? Do you struggle with desires, thoughts, and behaviors that you feel as though you can’t share with others for fear of shame, stigma, ignorance, or violence? Have you struggled to understand yourself as a sexual being due to stigmatizing beliefs and messages? Navigating the nuances of relationships, sex, sexual health, sexual identity, and gender identity can be difficult and exhausting on its own. Through open-minded, compassionate, and culturally competent care, I am committed to help you meet your goals.
Sarah A Fiskness
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98112
Skills for Life offers therapy for children, adolescents, young adults, and the families that support them. We are located in Madison Valley by Cafe Flora and also offer HIPAA compliant telehealth. Call for a free 15 minute consultation to see if counseling can help your family.
Skills for Life offers therapy for children, adolescents, young adults, and the families that support them. We are located in Madison Valley by Cafe Flora and also offer HIPAA compliant telehealth. Call for a free 15 minute consultation to see if counseling can help your family.
Daniel Gagnon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, ESA, MPH
Verified Verified
Kirkland, WA 98033
No issue is too small or too large to benefit from therapy. In addition to alleviating the symptoms of emotional pain and stress, one of the greatest benefits of therapy is personal and emotional growth. I specialize in creating a space for my clients to share their stories, identify dependable strengths, clarify values, and establish healthy ways of coping with struggles in life. My areas of expertise are in addressing critical life events, anxiety and ADHD.
No issue is too small or too large to benefit from therapy. In addition to alleviating the symptoms of emotional pain and stress, one of the greatest benefits of therapy is personal and emotional growth. I specialize in creating a space for my clients to share their stories, identify dependable strengths, clarify values, and establish healthy ways of coping with struggles in life. My areas of expertise are in addressing critical life events, anxiety and ADHD.
Kelly Woods
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, MHP
Verified Verified
Issaquah, WA 98027
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!
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!
Charity Hansen
Counselor, MHCA, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Everett, WA 98204
**Accepting New Clients** My approach focuses on you and is specialized to help you heal. I believe that "when we apply love to hurt we heal". My sessions are all about you with no pressure, no guilt, and no shame. My specialties are treating addiction, depression, anxiety, and mood disorders. I can work with a wide variety of mental health issues. I believe that there is a root cause for the issues that we go through in life and I work with you to find it. Each client receives a treatment plan that is designed just for them and their goals. My approach is educational. I use 13 different therapy approaches in my practice.
**Accepting New Clients** My approach focuses on you and is specialized to help you heal. I believe that "when we apply love to hurt we heal". My sessions are all about you with no pressure, no guilt, and no shame. My specialties are treating addiction, depression, anxiety, and mood disorders. I can work with a wide variety of mental health issues. I believe that there is a root cause for the issues that we go through in life and I work with you to find it. Each client receives a treatment plan that is designed just for them and their goals. My approach is educational. I use 13 different therapy approaches in my practice.
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Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) Therapists
Who is ABA therapy for?
ABA therapy is most widely applied to teach basic behavioral, communication, and social skills to children with autism spectrum disorder and other developmental disorders. It may also be used to help people undergoing rehabilitation following brain injury. It uses reward-based learning techniques to impart essential life skills. ABA is also used in the treatment of some other conditions. One is Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) , to help children overcome difficulties with concentration and controlling impulsive behaviors. For people with Obsessive Compulsive Disorders, it is sometimes used to help them overcome compulsive behavior. ABA therapy is also sometimes used in cases of PTSD, to help people turn to positive behaviours when they have experiences that trigger distressing memories.
Why do people need ABA?
Children with autism and other developmental disorders need ABA therapy as a way to learn how to communicate and engage with others, improve their general ability to function and lead fulfilling lives, and diminish dangerous behaviors. The techniques used in ABA therapy are based on established principles of learning, and positive reinforcement—supplying earned rewards—is an important strategy for motivating positive behaviour change.
What happens in ABA therapy?
The first thing that happens in ABA therapy is an evaluation of the child in service of developing a treatment plan. The therapist meets with the child’s parent(s) in order to learn about the family and the child, assesses the child’s behavior and ability level, and then creates a plan tailored to the specific needs of that person. Once the treatment goals are established, the skills to be learned are broken down into small, component steps. Treatment sessions focus on learning and practicing each step, and furnishing meaningful rewards as steps are learned, behaviors are spontaneously implemented, and goals are accomplished. ABA therapists also train caregivers and families so that behavioral progress occurs beyond the clinical setting.
What problems does ABA therapy treat?
One of the primary goals of ABA therapy is to decrease the outbursts and other nonproductive behaviors of children with autism. At the same time, ABA aims to remedy language deficits and help such children learn how to communicate successfully. ABA therapy helps children learn age-appropriate social skills and gain skills, such as attention and focus, that are necessary for school.