We all experience distressing emotions and are faced with challenging times in our lives. Sometimes additional support is needed because these experiences can be overwhelming and too much to handle on our own. Sharing your thoughts, feelings, and personal experiences can feel uncomfortable. This is why it is so important to me to provide a safe and caring environment for clients to feel understood and respected. It is my primary goal to build trust and provide support to my clients.

I believe the power to change, grow, and overcome obstacles lies within each one of us. Sometimes, for many different reasons, we need additional support to identify, and build on the strengths we have within us to accomplish what we want. I have 16 years of experience using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to support clients as they accomplish their goals and overcome life stressors, depression, anxiety, grief and trauma.

My goal is to provide a safe place for open processing about life’s many challenges including depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, LGBTQ+ issues, relational issues, and self-love. I am passionate about helping individuals, families and couples return to a place of balance in their lives.

*Waitlist* No matter why you are seeking therapy at this time, I believe that the concerns and struggles you are facing makes sense in the context of your lived experiences. I believe that people do the best they can given the circumstances. Often times we come up with coping skills that are useful at some point in our life but then we out grow them but continue using them- which can lead to a cycle of behaviors and outcomes that can cause more hurt and isolation. I believe people's deepest longings are often to be loved, seen and known- and our actions are often to protect those vulernable feelings that come from that longing.

It can be hard to find the right counselor! What does good counseling look like? Where does one begin? I have helped hundreds of clients overcome depression, anxiety, trauma, and a variety of complex issues in a private practice setting for over a decade. I appreciate authentic and honest clients that are interested in doing hard work to change their lives. Therapy is always designed to get you to your goal.

Having served in the Yakima Valley for over twenty years, I am experienced working with people who are facing Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, ODD and many other diagnoses. You will not feel like a "diagnosis" in my office however, as I will work with you to develop a customized plan to address your needs and goals. You will be treated with respect and dignity which will allow you the freedom to examine yourself and consider new ways of dealing with problematic patterns and behaviors. Life can be complicated and having the curiosity and courage to try new things is a rewarding way to live.

If you are experiencing problems with any or a combination of the following issues; anxiety,depression, alcohol/drug use, gambling, anger, internet addiction, sex addiction, please consider calling us and setting up a free consultation to discuss your situation. For over 20 years I have had the privelage of helping clients develop the necesary skills to overcome mental health and alcohol/drug use disorders in a safe, confidential, outpatient setting. Our facility is able to provide individual or group counseling for adults and teens. You can visit our website at follmanagency.com to learn more about our treatment services.

You will experience a reassuring and warm welcome, the moment you place your first call to inquire about my services. My commitment is to listen deeply to your challenges and needs. Then, together, we decide on the best approach to help you use your strengths to develop new resources and strategies to create the life you want.

Today you are one step closer to a new you where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being. As a client centered counselor, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.

My clients often come to counseling feeling stuck, overwhelmed, and irritated by everyday interactions. Children and teens may have increased conflict at school or home, decreased motivation, lack of engagement, or avoiding activities that were previously enjoyable. They may be feeling sad or empty, and may have thoughts of suicide. Parents may be feeling confused and helpless watching their children struggle to manage daily life.

**I am not accepting new clients at this time, but my availability may open again in 2021.** My aim is to provide space for exploration, insight, and healing that is safe, authentic, and meaningful. Historically my approach has appealed to a wide range of people with different life experiences and struggles. I tend to work well with people who are looking to process emotions, events, and thoughts and work toward making positive changes for the future.

At IPSS, we provide evidenced-based, trauma-informed care for adults and couples. While each clinician has her own specialties, the clients who find our practice to be a good fit for them typically are struggling with life events from the past that continue to cause distress in the present. Our goal: to work toward helping you cope in the here and now by understanding the effects of earlier life experiences on your current functioning. We collaborate with our clients to generate the goals for our work.

Do you feel isolated? Are you facing difficult situations and life decisions Alone and don't know where to turn? Are you getting sucked into negativity and drama around you? Do you need support navigating the new challenges that are happening in your life and everywhere around you? You deserve to get the support you need moving past your obstacles. Give yourself some breathing room, calm down, and let me help you help yourself. Reaching out is a healthy step in caring for yourself. It is time to get past your challenges in a better way to handle life.

As a practicing Licensed Mental Health counselor for the past 25 years, I fundamentally believe in an individual's innate capacity to heal, grow and thrive. My practice is strengths-based and focuses on assisting people in recognizing and maximizing their skills and abilities. I am privileged to assist clients in achieving their full potential and capacity to lead creative and fulfilling lives.

If there is anything I could say, it would be this: I am here for you, and you are not alone. Whether you are sad, angry, tired, anxious, frustrated, depressed, or anything else you may be struggling with, I am here to help. I take great care to earn the trust of each client, and I will work with you to address whatever is weighing on you - from depression, overwhelming anxiety, and past trauma, to relationship issues, struggles with anger, and low self-esteem.

Thank you for viewing my profile! I'm glad you are here. My counseling style is personable and warm, but straight-forward. And my treatment focus is practical, collaborative and solution-focused. I've been practicing for 20+ years, and have experience treating a variety of patients. I am available for in person, following health department guidelines, video and tele-health appointments. Let's see if we are good fit, and get the work done.

I am the owner and operator of Orenda Counseling, LLC. I am a nationally-certified counselor and child mental health specialist, offering individual, couple, family and group services. I specialize in teen issues, individual/family trauma, attachment, gender and sexuality, child development, parenting, issues facing children and adults on the Autism Spectrum, and art/music therapies. I work from from a client-focused and integrative perspective, joining with you to create an environment of safety and trust to help you, your child, or your family to find the healing and hope you're looking for.

I provide treatment for: Depression, Anxiety, Panic Disorder, Phobia, Social Anxiety, Relationship Problems, Parent-Teenager Conflicts, Problems with Suicidal and/or Self-Injury Behavior and Sexual Impulse Control Issues. My goal in treatment is to provide an environment where my clients feel they have the support and validation they need to overcome the issues that lead them to seek out treatment.

I meet with people who feel hopelessly stuck in a cycle. You may feel numb, anxious, out of control, or disconnected. Perhaps you continue to find yourself in unsatisfying relationships. You’re not sure you’ll ever be able to overcome these difficulties and you’ve felt this way for a very long time. These are some of the common reactions to trauma.

IMMEDIATE TELEHEALTH OPENINGS! We are excited to offer openings for both therapy (kids, teens, adults, and couples) and psychological testing of adults and older adolescents. Psychological testing may provide diagnostic clarification and identification of anxiety/depression, ADHD, PTSD, cognitive functioning, dementia or brain injury. We provide therapy and counseling in our Everett and Edmonds offices and accept a wide range of insurance. We work with individuals from early childhood throughout adulthood and have a variety of specialty areas, including trauma, anxiety, depression, behavior problems, and more.