Therapists in Seattle, WA
Kelly Mulligan
Counselor, MA, LMHC, MIT
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98112
Are you experiencing anxiety, depression, grief and loss, or struggling in relationships or in a life transition? Seeking therapy is a courageous first step towards creating change in one’s life. With over 25 years of experience, my life’s work has been focused on helping individuals of all ages, and families, build resilience, increase self awareness of behavior and thinking patterns, while strengthening connection. Therapy can lead to a significant reduction in feelings of distress, improve coping skills as well as help you learn to live in the present.
Are you experiencing anxiety, depression, grief and loss, or struggling in relationships or in a life transition? Seeking therapy is a courageous first step towards creating change in one’s life. With over 25 years of experience, my life’s work has been focused on helping individuals of all ages, and families, build resilience, increase self awareness of behavior and thinking patterns, while strengthening connection. Therapy can lead to a significant reduction in feelings of distress, improve coping skills as well as help you learn to live in the present.
Catherine Wetzel Larkin
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98107 (Online Only)
I am a licensed Mental Health therapist ( WA license number: 00010994) with twenty five years of experience counseling individuals, couples, families, and adolescents. I have a special interest in neuroscience and attachment theory in the context of helping individuals cope and heal from stress, trauma, and grief. I am also passionate about assisting people in developing healthy, authentic relationships, and in carving out their own unique life course. I believe that the relationship that is built between client and therapist is an important part of therapeutic growth and change.
I am a licensed Mental Health therapist ( WA license number: 00010994) with twenty five years of experience counseling individuals, couples, families, and adolescents. I have a special interest in neuroscience and attachment theory in the context of helping individuals cope and heal from stress, trauma, and grief. I am also passionate about assisting people in developing healthy, authentic relationships, and in carving out their own unique life course. I believe that the relationship that is built between client and therapist is an important part of therapeutic growth and change.
Arynn Prescott
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFTA
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98107 (Online Only)
You may notice self-doubt, overwhelm, or disconnection showing up in your life. Anxieties like these often overflow into our relationships too, which can feel like a lot to untangle. Thankfully, relationships can be a powerful place for growth. Our close relationships can even be the mirrors that help us see deeper pain and patterns we couldn't see before. I offer support to reconnect with yourself or your partner, lower relationship anxiety, understand your anger, rebuild trust and intimacy, heal after loss, or untangle old patterns that keep you from fully living. You don't have to carry the weight of this stress alone.
You may notice self-doubt, overwhelm, or disconnection showing up in your life. Anxieties like these often overflow into our relationships too, which can feel like a lot to untangle. Thankfully, relationships can be a powerful place for growth. Our close relationships can even be the mirrors that help us see deeper pain and patterns we couldn't see before. I offer support to reconnect with yourself or your partner, lower relationship anxiety, understand your anger, rebuild trust and intimacy, heal after loss, or untangle old patterns that keep you from fully living. You don't have to carry the weight of this stress alone.
Marie Marotta
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98107
Anxiety Depression Grief and Loss Chronic and life changing medical conditions Death and living with terminal illnesses Life stage transitions Elders Young Adults (18+) Mid Life Shifts Parenting and family stressors Pregnancy and Post Partum Depression and Anxiety Strengths based care.
My passion lies in supporting people to learn the skills necessary to live their best life at every stage. There are times in life when a professional perspective is needed, and my goal is to provide for psychosocial and emotional healing, helping to navigate difficult circumstances and provide for a supportive environment where each individual can achieve growth and fulfillment on their terms.
Anxiety Depression Grief and Loss Chronic and life changing medical conditions Death and living with terminal illnesses Life stage transitions Elders Young Adults (18+) Mid Life Shifts Parenting and family stressors Pregnancy and Post Partum Depression and Anxiety Strengths based care.
My passion lies in supporting people to learn the skills necessary to live their best life at every stage. There are times in life when a professional perspective is needed, and my goal is to provide for psychosocial and emotional healing, helping to navigate difficult circumstances and provide for a supportive environment where each individual can achieve growth and fulfillment on their terms.
Kathryn Hamilton
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98103
Welcome to my practice. People often seek out a therapist at a time of crisis such as a loss, transition, career change, or relationship problem. Therapy can be helpful with many such situations, and can also serve to cast a wider view on recurring themes in our lives. Thus, it can be just a few sessions, or a longer-term working relationship. I welcome, and honor, clients of all backgrounds and identities. I strive to provide a safe, open, respectful, and warm environment for you to explore your concerns. As a licensed psychologist, it is my privilege and my responsibility to offer a professional perspective on your concerns.
Welcome to my practice. People often seek out a therapist at a time of crisis such as a loss, transition, career change, or relationship problem. Therapy can be helpful with many such situations, and can also serve to cast a wider view on recurring themes in our lives. Thus, it can be just a few sessions, or a longer-term working relationship. I welcome, and honor, clients of all backgrounds and identities. I strive to provide a safe, open, respectful, and warm environment for you to explore your concerns. As a licensed psychologist, it is my privilege and my responsibility to offer a professional perspective on your concerns.
Kevin Klevjer
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98134
I am especially drawn to work with individuals struggling with relationship issues, grief, and with those whom have suffered under spiritual abuse.
Depression, anxiety, and the impact of trauma in our life and story often prevents us from living the life we yearn for. Martin Buber once said, “All real living is meeting.” We humans seem built for connection, for meeting, for encounter. We thrive when we are able to deeply see and be seen by another. Yet, all humans also experience barriers to connection. How can psychotherapy help? Psychotherapy can become a place to experience belonging and attunement, to discover ways there have been maladaptive patterns of disconnection in your life, and to imagine new ways of living that will bring you relational healing.
I am especially drawn to work with individuals struggling with relationship issues, grief, and with those whom have suffered under spiritual abuse.
Depression, anxiety, and the impact of trauma in our life and story often prevents us from living the life we yearn for. Martin Buber once said, “All real living is meeting.” We humans seem built for connection, for meeting, for encounter. We thrive when we are able to deeply see and be seen by another. Yet, all humans also experience barriers to connection. How can psychotherapy help? Psychotherapy can become a place to experience belonging and attunement, to discover ways there have been maladaptive patterns of disconnection in your life, and to imagine new ways of living that will bring you relational healing.
Carla Ann Kleefeld
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, PhD, LPCC, LMHC
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98119 (Online Only)
My expertise is in working with interpersonal neurobiology and grief, as well as mindfulness, Archetypal Psychology and dreams.
I am a warm and engaged therapist and bring a deep curiosity and playfulness as well as deep listening and feeling to our process. I have over 30 years of training and experience in the field of clinical and depth psychology. Whether you are an individual or couple, struggling with communication issues or reevaluating your relationship needs and history, I bring an engaged and informed perspective to our work together. I am extensively trained in early attachment, relational trauma, sexuality and intimacy and bring a compassionate collaborative presence to the therapeutic process.
My expertise is in working with interpersonal neurobiology and grief, as well as mindfulness, Archetypal Psychology and dreams.
I am a warm and engaged therapist and bring a deep curiosity and playfulness as well as deep listening and feeling to our process. I have over 30 years of training and experience in the field of clinical and depth psychology. Whether you are an individual or couple, struggling with communication issues or reevaluating your relationship needs and history, I bring an engaged and informed perspective to our work together. I am extensively trained in early attachment, relational trauma, sexuality and intimacy and bring a compassionate collaborative presence to the therapeutic process.
McKenzie Hoyt
Counselor, MA, LMHCA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98115 (Online Only)
I have worked with children, teens, adults, individuals and groups experiencing a variety of struggles including gender and sexuality discovery, grief, trauma, neurodiversity, disordered eating, anxiety, and depression.
Seeking counseling can be scary, it is hard to take that first step. Congratulations, by reading this and contemplating therapy, you have taken that first step already!
I have worked with children, teens, adults, individuals and groups experiencing a variety of struggles including gender and sexuality discovery, grief, trauma, neurodiversity, disordered eating, anxiety, and depression.
Seeking counseling can be scary, it is hard to take that first step. Congratulations, by reading this and contemplating therapy, you have taken that first step already!
Max Zhvanetsky
Counselor, MA, LMHCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98122
Are you finding yourself burnt out? Feeling stuck, isolated, or traumatized by current or historical events? We feel the pressure to better this world, but struggle with feelings of hopelessness and powerlessness. At times like these it is vital to reclaim spaces of joy, safety, and connection within ourselves and the world around us. I am a queer, Jewish, immigrant with firsthand experience of needing to reclaim self within larger narratives of oppression and isolation. I know that this process can often involve navigating trauma and grief. None of us can do this alone.
Are you finding yourself burnt out? Feeling stuck, isolated, or traumatized by current or historical events? We feel the pressure to better this world, but struggle with feelings of hopelessness and powerlessness. At times like these it is vital to reclaim spaces of joy, safety, and connection within ourselves and the world around us. I am a queer, Jewish, immigrant with firsthand experience of needing to reclaim self within larger narratives of oppression and isolation. I know that this process can often involve navigating trauma and grief. None of us can do this alone.
Michelle Sells
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98104 (Online Only)
I have many years of experience working with children, teens, adults and families in varying situations. I have an extensive background in working with children, teens, families, LGBTQIA+ folks, adults, and those who are retired. I have done work around complex trauma, stress, depression, anxiety, transitions, self-esteem, parenting issues, as well as a specialty in grief/loss, anticipatory grief, end of life, hospice and chronic medical issues.
I have many years of experience working with children, teens, adults and families in varying situations. I have an extensive background in working with children, teens, families, LGBTQIA+ folks, adults, and those who are retired. I have done work around complex trauma, stress, depression, anxiety, transitions, self-esteem, parenting issues, as well as a specialty in grief/loss, anticipatory grief, end of life, hospice and chronic medical issues.
Dragonfly Counseling Center
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98102 (Online Only)
Hello and welcome to Dragonfly Counseling Center. If you are looking for trauma-informed counselors to work through some things you are dealing with in your life, you have come to the right place. We are a group of humanistic counselors who specialize in trauma, childhood trauma, grief, loss, and attachment, We listen to what our client's specific needs are and build a treatment plan using the modality that best fits you. Building a supportive relationship with your therapist is key. Research shows that building a relationship with unconditional positive regard helps aid in the healing process as well as attachment.
Hello and welcome to Dragonfly Counseling Center. If you are looking for trauma-informed counselors to work through some things you are dealing with in your life, you have come to the right place. We are a group of humanistic counselors who specialize in trauma, childhood trauma, grief, loss, and attachment, We listen to what our client's specific needs are and build a treatment plan using the modality that best fits you. Building a supportive relationship with your therapist is key. Research shows that building a relationship with unconditional positive regard helps aid in the healing process as well as attachment.
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Counselor, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98101
I am especially passionate about working with trauma, grief, and chronic pain.
I believe that something powerful happens when we are seen, heard, and equipped with dignity and support. Counseling is a transformative process that can promote healing, hope, and change as we navigate the challenges that come with being human. I approach therapy through a person-centered, narrative, and family-systems framework. This means that the therapeutic process is centered around your story, your context, and your intersecting identities. I also prioritize trauma-informed care and will work to ensure that you feel safe and empowered during our time together.
I am especially passionate about working with trauma, grief, and chronic pain.
I believe that something powerful happens when we are seen, heard, and equipped with dignity and support. Counseling is a transformative process that can promote healing, hope, and change as we navigate the challenges that come with being human. I approach therapy through a person-centered, narrative, and family-systems framework. This means that the therapeutic process is centered around your story, your context, and your intersecting identities. I also prioritize trauma-informed care and will work to ensure that you feel safe and empowered during our time together.
Great Lakes Perinatal Wellness
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, LMHC, LCPC
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98101 (Online Only)
I see therapy as a gateway to strengthening our authentic self through healing, learning, acceptance and growth. It is often through our self-proclaimed imperfections that we find the greatest gifts, insights and points of focus that help us understand and become clear about the path we are walking and the possibilities that are before us. We have all known suffering, loss, trauma and despair. These experiences may shape us but they do not have to define us.
I see therapy as a gateway to strengthening our authentic self through healing, learning, acceptance and growth. It is often through our self-proclaimed imperfections that we find the greatest gifts, insights and points of focus that help us understand and become clear about the path we are walking and the possibilities that are before us. We have all known suffering, loss, trauma and despair. These experiences may shape us but they do not have to define us.
Neupathway (Amber Ford)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, EeD, LCSW
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98101 (Online Only)
We all need support throughout our lives, and you may be looking for an additional resource to help you process lived experiences, problem-solve, or understand yourself in a deeper way. You may be struggling with anxiety, the challenges of caregiving, work stress and burnout, relationship challenges, or working through grief, loss, or bereavement. You want to engage in healthy coping skills and develop self-care habits to better support the vision you have for your life.
We all need support throughout our lives, and you may be looking for an additional resource to help you process lived experiences, problem-solve, or understand yourself in a deeper way. You may be struggling with anxiety, the challenges of caregiving, work stress and burnout, relationship challenges, or working through grief, loss, or bereavement. You want to engage in healthy coping skills and develop self-care habits to better support the vision you have for your life.
Linda Meadows
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98121 (Online Only)
I highly respect and believe in the therapeutic process and relationship. I specialize in individual therapy with a focus on depression, anxiety, ADHD, grief, and relationships. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 30 years’ experience working with adults of all ages. I am genuine, intuitive, and bring compassion and presence to my practice. Therapy is about self-discovery, self-acceptance, and figuring out how to get from here to there. I look forward to seeing and getting to know you. I am providing telehealth therapy to all Oregon and Washington residents.
I highly respect and believe in the therapeutic process and relationship. I specialize in individual therapy with a focus on depression, anxiety, ADHD, grief, and relationships. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 30 years’ experience working with adults of all ages. I am genuine, intuitive, and bring compassion and presence to my practice. Therapy is about self-discovery, self-acceptance, and figuring out how to get from here to there. I look forward to seeing and getting to know you. I am providing telehealth therapy to all Oregon and Washington residents.
Jules M. Young
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSWAIC, MSW/MPH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98115 (Online Only)
Understanding how our brains function and why we behave a certain way can empower us to make informed choices about our lives, health, and relationships. I am an open and out queer therapist. I support clients in navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, family of origin challenges, identity, disability and chronic illness, grief, substance use and dependence, and life transitions. I work with youth (age 13+) and adults. I am also a young adult breast cancer survivor and provide services to those who are or have been affected by cancer, particularly families impacted by cancer-causing genetic mutations.
Understanding how our brains function and why we behave a certain way can empower us to make informed choices about our lives, health, and relationships. I am an open and out queer therapist. I support clients in navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, family of origin challenges, identity, disability and chronic illness, grief, substance use and dependence, and life transitions. I work with youth (age 13+) and adults. I am also a young adult breast cancer survivor and provide services to those who are or have been affected by cancer, particularly families impacted by cancer-causing genetic mutations.
Vision Seekers of America PLLC
LPC Associate, MS, LPC-A, LMHC-A
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98122 (Online Only)
Going through rough transitions in life such as dealing with a disability, loss of someone, family conflict, relationship issues, self-esteem issues, or identity issues can take a toll on your mind, body, and spirit. It is extremely challenging to have to deal with all these emotions with nobody to vent to and explore positive ways to deal with these issues. My ideal client is someone who understands and desires a better outlook on life and a better perspective of themselves. Even though you may be going through adjustment to new challenges that create stress, anxiety, or depression, there is always hope.
Going through rough transitions in life such as dealing with a disability, loss of someone, family conflict, relationship issues, self-esteem issues, or identity issues can take a toll on your mind, body, and spirit. It is extremely challenging to have to deal with all these emotions with nobody to vent to and explore positive ways to deal with these issues. My ideal client is someone who understands and desires a better outlook on life and a better perspective of themselves. Even though you may be going through adjustment to new challenges that create stress, anxiety, or depression, there is always hope.
Lizette Arroyo-Dillard
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98144
I wish to serve people of color and other marginalized groups who have experienced chronic oppression and injustices. I would love to work with individuals, couples and families who are ready to step into their power and reclaim their voice. I wish to serve those who are in need of healing and need assistance processing grief, loss, frustration and exhaustion from life's trials and adversities. Being a person of color poses many challenges in this country and seeking help from professionals who look or talk nothing like you makes it far more difficult. I see you and I'm here for you.
I wish to serve people of color and other marginalized groups who have experienced chronic oppression and injustices. I would love to work with individuals, couples and families who are ready to step into their power and reclaim their voice. I wish to serve those who are in need of healing and need assistance processing grief, loss, frustration and exhaustion from life's trials and adversities. Being a person of color poses many challenges in this country and seeking help from professionals who look or talk nothing like you makes it far more difficult. I see you and I'm here for you.
Matthew J Sorg
Counselor, MA, LMHCA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98102
Are you impacted by trauma and unsure how to escape its grip on your life? Perhaps you experience the past invading the present – along with the original sensations, emotions, images, and thoughts – in the form of PTSD symptoms when you encounter triggers. You might find yourself trapped in the throes of depression or an existential crisis, grappling with a profound loss of meaning and purpose that has left you feeling uncertain or without a sense of the future. It is possible to heal from the past and regain a sense of peace, meaning, and joy.
Are you impacted by trauma and unsure how to escape its grip on your life? Perhaps you experience the past invading the present – along with the original sensations, emotions, images, and thoughts – in the form of PTSD symptoms when you encounter triggers. You might find yourself trapped in the throes of depression or an existential crisis, grappling with a profound loss of meaning and purpose that has left you feeling uncertain or without a sense of the future. It is possible to heal from the past and regain a sense of peace, meaning, and joy.
Hannah Andrist
Counselor, MA, LMHCA, MT-BC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98104
I work with people experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, conflict, or issues of identity, especially those in the queer and/or neurodiverse communities. My goal for clinical work together is to provide a safe space to build upon existing strengths, foster self-compassion and self-understanding, and be a true collaborator in the exploration of conscious or unconscious thoughts, behaviors, feelings and reactions that may be holding you back from feeling well. I hope to promote true change together through a supportive, accepting, caring, educational and encouraging therapeutic relationship.
I work with people experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, conflict, or issues of identity, especially those in the queer and/or neurodiverse communities. My goal for clinical work together is to provide a safe space to build upon existing strengths, foster self-compassion and self-understanding, and be a true collaborator in the exploration of conscious or unconscious thoughts, behaviors, feelings and reactions that may be holding you back from feeling well. I hope to promote true change together through a supportive, accepting, caring, educational and encouraging therapeutic relationship.
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Grief Therapists
How long does therapy take for grief?
There is no exact timeline for grief counseling. Some people may start to feel better after just a few sessions, while others may take months or longer to feel relief. Some specific approaches, including some types of CBT, may involve a set number of sessions, or therapy may be open-ended until the patient determines they are ready to wrap up. Just as there is no right or wrong way to grieve, there is no right or wrong way to seek therapy for grief.
When should you seek therapy for grief?
Many people mistakenly believe that their grief needs to be debilitating or all-encompassing to warrant therapy. This is not the case. While people who experience severe, prolonged grief—particularly those who are considering self-harm or engaging in unhealthy substance use—are especially likely to benefit from therapy, so too are people whose grief is less intense but still interfering with well-being or daily functioning. In practice, almost anyone struggling to process a loss could benefit from grief counseling.
Can grief be managed without therapy?
Oftentimes, yes. Grief is a near-universal part of being human, and many find that their grief, while profound, does not stop them from participating in day-to-day life and steadily eases over time without outside help. For others, however, the harsh pain of early grief persists for months or years or leaves them unable to function. This group is especially likely to benefit from seeing a therapist, who can guide them through their grief and help them reconnect with the world.
What happens if grief is left untreated?
Because grief does not in itself necessitate therapy, untreated grief will often resolve on its own. However, for some people—particularly those who would qualify for a diagnosis of prolonged grief disorder—untreated grief can be a source of seemingly endless pain or lead them to withdraw from the world. In such cases, treatment can be indispensable, as it can help an individual adapt to the loss and start living again.