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Heather Varnau
Counselor, MA, LMHC

Heather Varnau

Counselor, MA, LMHC (she, her)

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1319 Cornwall Ave, Suite 200, Bellingham, WA 98225
Let's Connect (360) 205-2569
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You long for deep and profound healing. You've tried traditional therapy and had some success - but can't seem to unlock certain patterns or heal from certain traumas. You've heard of IFS (Internal Family Systems) Therapy - your friend recommended it - you've listened to some podcasts, read No Bad Parts. Instead of going to weekly therapy and waiting months for meaningful progress, what if you could set aside 2 or 3 days, just to focus on yourself and your healing? What if you could finally free yourself from limiting beliefs, raw and painful emotional wounds, and coping in unhealthy ways?
I offer IFS Therapy Intensives to help you make meaningful progress toward your therapy goals and accelerate your therapy journey. Experience 3-6 months of therapy in 2-3 days. As a Certified Level 3 IFS Therapist and Approved Clinical Consultant, I have over 15 years of practicing IFS and over 20 years as a professional psychotherapist.
You don't have to struggle alone. I am honored to come alongside you and guide you in your healing journey. Call today to learn more about my IFS Therapy Intensives.
Take the first step to help. Call or Heather Varnau now - (360) 205-2569

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Inside Passage Counseling

1319 Cornwall Ave

Suite 200

Bellingham, WA 98225 map

(360) 205-2569
I offer Individual IFS Therapy Intensives over 2 or 3-days at my practice, Inside Passage Counseling in Fairhaven.
I specialize in Self Esteem, Anxiety and Relationship Issues 
$200 Per Session  
I see individuals and couples  
Let's Connect (360) 205-2569
Photo of Heather Varnau, Counselor, MA, LMHC

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Inside Passage Counseling

1319 Cornwall Ave

Suite 200

Bellingham, WA 98225 map

(360) 205-2569
I offer Individual IFS Therapy Intensives over 2 or 3-days at my practice, Inside Passage Counseling in Fairhaven.
I specialize in Self Esteem, Anxiety and Relationship Issues 
$200 Per Session  
I see individuals and couples  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $200
  • Couple Sessions $225

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Out of Network
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Contact us for cost, scheduling, and billing questions.
Photo of Heather Varnau, Counselor, MA, LMHC
Heather Varnau
Counselor, MA, LMHC
or call with questions - (360) 205-2569
"
Contact us for cost, scheduling, and billing questions.
Photo of Heather Varnau, Counselor, MA, LMHC
Heather Varnau
Counselor, MA, LMHC
or call with questions - (360) 205-2569

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Washington / LH60102386 Heather Varnau
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 20 years
  • Attended Naropa University, Graduated 2006
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I have over 20 years of experience as professional counselor and am the founder of Inside Passage Counseling. I am a Level 3 and Certified IFS Therapist, an Approved IFS Clinical Consultant, Certified Emotionally Focused Couples Therapist and Supervisor, and a Level 3 Gottman Couples Therapist.
Photo of Heather Varnau, Counselor, MA, LMHC
Heather Varnau
Counselor, MA, LMHC
or call with questions - (360) 205-2569
"
I have over 20 years of experience as professional counselor and am the founder of Inside Passage Counseling. I am a Level 3 and Certified IFS Therapist, an Approved IFS Clinical Consultant, Certified Emotionally Focused Couples Therapist and Supervisor, and a Level 3 Gottman Couples Therapist.
Photo of Heather Varnau, Counselor, MA, LMHC
Heather Varnau
Counselor, MA, LMHC
or call with questions - (360) 205-2569

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Self Esteem
  • Anxiety
  • Relationship Issues

Expertise

  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Infidelity
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Mood Disorders
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Peer Relationships
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
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At this time, I am exclusively offering Individual IFS Therapy Intensives in Bellingham, WA.
Photo of Heather Varnau, Counselor, MA, LMHC
Heather Varnau
Counselor, MA, LMHC
or call with questions - (360) 205-2569
"
At this time, I am exclusively offering Individual IFS Therapy Intensives in Bellingham, WA.
Photo of Heather Varnau, Counselor, MA, LMHC
Heather Varnau
Counselor, MA, LMHC
or call with questions - (360) 205-2569

Endorsement

Jeni Quigg
Jeni Quigg
CounselorMSLMHC
I send so many couples to Inside Passage Counseling. I know their training is excellent! The best. We are so lucky to have them in Bellingham.

Client Focus

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Emotionally-Focused Couples Therapy
  • Experiential Therapy
  • Family / Marital
  • Family Systems
  • Gottman Method
  • Gottman Method Couples Therapy
  • Humanistic
  • Integrative
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Interpersonal
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Relational
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I am a Certified IFS Therapist. I'm also an IFS Institute Approved Clinical Consultant and supervise other therapists in the IFS model. Additionally, I'm a Certified EFT Couples Therapist and supervisor, as well as a Level 3 trained Gottman Method Couples Therapist.
Photo of Heather Varnau, Counselor, MA, LMHC
Heather Varnau
Counselor, MA, LMHC
or call with questions - (360) 205-2569
"
I am a Certified IFS Therapist. I'm also an IFS Institute Approved Clinical Consultant and supervise other therapists in the IFS model. Additionally, I'm a Certified EFT Couples Therapist and supervisor, as well as a Level 3 trained Gottman Method Couples Therapist.
Photo of Heather Varnau, Counselor, MA, LMHC
Heather Varnau
Counselor, MA, LMHC
or call with questions - (360) 205-2569

Location

Primary Location

Inside Passage Counseling

1319 Cornwall Ave

Suite 200

Bellingham, WA 98225

(360) 205-2569
"
I offer Individual IFS Therapy Intensives over 2 or 3-days at my practice, Inside Passage Counseling in Fairhaven.
Photo of Heather Varnau, Counselor, MA, LMHC
Heather Varnau
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Take the first step to help. Call now - (360) 205-2569
"
I offer Individual IFS Therapy Intensives over 2 or 3-days at my practice, Inside Passage Counseling in Fairhaven.
Photo of Heather Varnau, Counselor, MA, LMHC
Heather Varnau
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Take the first step to help. Call now - (360) 205-2569