Therapists in College Place, WA

For the last 10 years, I've been working with people who are seeking relief from anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and life transitions. I work with clients who are looking for a supportive space for self-reflection and growth, with the goal of building relationship skills and coping strategies that can help them move through life in a more skillful way. I love working with people, and I use a warm and compassionate approach, not without direct and honest feedback, candor and humor. I'm often described as kind, spacious, and encouraging, providing a comfortable space for therapy.

I believe we are all doing the best we can and with a little support and feedback we can continue to grow to be the person we want to be. I have experience working with those struggling with depression, anxiety, traumatic events, grief, parenting and more. The therapeutic models I use most often are Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing. I am also trained in evidence-based practices for working with children and families.

Have the challenges in life become overwhelming? Are you looking for helpful support for making positive changes? Do you need someone who will listen and allow you to process your own thoughts and feelings without judgement? Begin a healing journey with me through counseling. Many difficulties are effectively addressed with counseling, including depression, grief, anxiety, trauma, communication skills, decision making, and relationships with others. I will tailor my approach to help you meet your goals, in your own time, on your terms, with a caring, non-judgmental, and practical approach, in a safe and confidential environment.

As a therapist, I believe my role is to provide person-centered support and guidance for individuals, couples and families of all ages. Together we can begin to tackle some of life’s most tough challenges and develop concrete skills to cope and grow. Struggles in family/couple dynamics, work/academic stress, parenting, communication, grief, anger, gender/sexuality and addictions are just a few areas of which we could focus along with personal growth and self-esteem.

Many couples want to communicate better, and at the core, partners want to feel emotionally connected to each other. Oftentimes, the negative interaction cycles of blame-withdraw, attack-defend, demand-withdraw are actually indicators of emotional disconnection between partners. By identifying the cycle, couples can become more open to and engaged, can create new emotionally attuned connections, and can revitalize their relationship. Attention to the couples sexual relationship is interwoven throughout the couples therapy. Visit my website to connect with me more.

Our life can leave residual effects, based on experiences, leaving us feeling wounded, unheard and alienated from others and ourselves. Therapy is a private space to explore these effects and develop skills to move toward connection and fulfilment in our life. I am motivated by being witness to transformation and recovery. I have had the privilege of being part of someone’s journey of exploring experiences which have created distress in their life. I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW), with 15 years of experience in the mental health field. I graduated from Boise State University with a Masters of Social Work.

Stepping into your journey of healing takes courage. Whether your goal is to build stronger connection in relationships, achieve greater self awareness, heal past wounds, or simply to feel better about yourself, I can help you on your path. Counseling involves self-discovery. I provide a safe space to confront barriers impacting your progress, helping you create a life you can thrive in instead of escape from. Whether you’re struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, substance use, relational issues, or the stressors of life changes, I will help you see your strengths, face your fears, and recognize your own unlimited potential.

You’ve grown up wondering if you’re weird, wrong, or at fault. You feel like you don’t align with your family, your assigned gender, or traditional relationships. You wonder if you speak the same language as others in your world. You’ve tried to fit in, get things done, and meet others’ standards, but have always felt like you’re missing the mark. You feel stuck, like everyone else knows something you don’t. Now, you want guidance, support, and a deeper understanding of yourself and your ideal life.

Our Behavioral Health Practice experience enables us to offer individualized and effective outpatient and psychological services. We treat a number of mental health disorders, and provide a neutral ground to individuals, families, and couples. Our treatment focus is to help individuals heal, energize, and become aware of their inner strengths. We achieve this by providing a neutral safe space, listening to your concerns, and customizing a treatment plan. We promise to be there for you every step of your journey. Our goal is to help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain, and move forward.

Weeks, months, or possibly years pass while ignoring a nagging sensation in our minds, bodies, and souls. The sensation is communicating to us that something is not right. When we listen, we might notice a few things. In our work, we might feel overwhelmed or dissatisfied. In our day-to-day life, we might feel irritated or uncertain. Maybe we notice overall feelings of worry and fatigue. Maybe we feel disconnected spiritually. We may have chronic stress, depressive feelings, and anxiety. We may not have a clear path or plan for our life. We want to be free and have more meaning in our lives, but we don’t know how to start.

Therapy can be a challenging journey of self awareness and processing. This path becomes increasingly difficulty when you don't feel seen and heard. We are black female identifying mental health providers offering a wide range of mental health services. Our goal is to be a one-stop shop for culturally sensitive mental health treatment for all. Our patients come from a range of backgrounds, and participate in services such as medication management, psychological assessment, therapy, and PRP. At One Heartt, Inc. we specialize in providing holistic healthcare in a soothing indoor/outdoor environment.

We are here to support you and your family. We welcome your questions and voice into this therapeutic journey. As systemic therapists, we work to explore all that is impacting your life at this difficult time. We will tap into your strengths and will work to heal wounds. Jessica, our clinical supervisor and therapist, has over 10 years of experience working with families and adolescents. Her previous role was supporting youth in schools. She is dedicated to supporting families, couples, and adolescents.

If you are looking for help with setting boundaries, addressing symptoms of depression, anxiety, OCD, bipolar disorder, or hoping to address trauma, I can help! I am LGTBQ+ friendly and some of my most favorite clients are transgender children or adolescents and their families.