Therapists in Vancouver, WA
Sarah M. Parks
Counselor, MA, LMHCA, SUDPT
Verified Verified
Vancouver, WA 98682 (Online Only)
All clients are ideal clients. We are not individuals who are broken that need to be fixed, we are humans having a human experience and we are constantly in a state of change and transitions that have sometimes served us and sometimes not. I often work with couples and enjoy that work. Clients who seem to work well with me are ones that are motivated to make changes and comfortable with awareness of self. I work from a developmental trauma, attachment theory and shame basis of therapy. I offer emotionally focused therapy towards childhood trauma. It is easiest to reach me by email or visit my website linked on this page.
All clients are ideal clients. We are not individuals who are broken that need to be fixed, we are humans having a human experience and we are constantly in a state of change and transitions that have sometimes served us and sometimes not. I often work with couples and enjoy that work. Clients who seem to work well with me are ones that are motivated to make changes and comfortable with awareness of self. I work from a developmental trauma, attachment theory and shame basis of therapy. I offer emotionally focused therapy towards childhood trauma. It is easiest to reach me by email or visit my website linked on this page.
Stephanie Horan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Vancouver, WA 98662
Stephanie Horan is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Washington who has been practicing since 2018. She received her Master's of Social Work from Brigham Young University with a focus in clinical social work. She also received her Bachelor's Degree in Sociology from Brigham Young University. Since then, she has had maintained training in Suicide Prevention, Crucial Conversations, Acceptance Commitment Therapy, Neurofeedback, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Expressive Arts Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Faith Deconstruction, and working with LGTBQ+ populations.
Stephanie Horan is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Washington who has been practicing since 2018. She received her Master's of Social Work from Brigham Young University with a focus in clinical social work. She also received her Bachelor's Degree in Sociology from Brigham Young University. Since then, she has had maintained training in Suicide Prevention, Crucial Conversations, Acceptance Commitment Therapy, Neurofeedback, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Expressive Arts Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Faith Deconstruction, and working with LGTBQ+ populations.
Tonya Molnar
Counselor, PhD, LMHC, MHP
Verified Verified
Vancouver, WA 98686 (Online Only)
Are you exhausted, tired, stressed-out, and always on edge? Do you find racing thoughts are keeping you awake at night, tossing and turning instead of sleeping? You may be fed up with constant anxiety and lack of sleep that leaves you feeling tired and irritable and is causing you problems at work or home. You might not even remember a time things didn’t feel this way. But, one this is for sure: you’re ready for some relief. You’re ready to start sleeping soundly again. You’re ready to start feeling good again. Most of all, you’re ready to start feeling energized about your life again.
Are you exhausted, tired, stressed-out, and always on edge? Do you find racing thoughts are keeping you awake at night, tossing and turning instead of sleeping? You may be fed up with constant anxiety and lack of sleep that leaves you feeling tired and irritable and is causing you problems at work or home. You might not even remember a time things didn’t feel this way. But, one this is for sure: you’re ready for some relief. You’re ready to start sleeping soundly again. You’re ready to start feeling good again. Most of all, you’re ready to start feeling energized about your life again.
Brianna Devine
Counselor
Verified Verified
Vancouver, WA 98662
I have been a practicing mental health counselor for over 10 years. I received my bachelors in Psychology from Western Washington University and my graduate degree in Mental Health Counseling from Eastern Washington University. I currently specialize in working with children and adolescents. I utilize a variety of different therapies including: CBT, person-centered, play therapy and mindfulness.
I have been a practicing mental health counselor for over 10 years. I received my bachelors in Psychology from Western Washington University and my graduate degree in Mental Health Counseling from Eastern Washington University. I currently specialize in working with children and adolescents. I utilize a variety of different therapies including: CBT, person-centered, play therapy and mindfulness.
Alisa Wolf
Counselor, MA, LMHCA
Verified Verified
Vancouver, WA 98683
Do you feel stuck, burned out, stressed, anxious, or discouraged? Maybe your inner critic has taken over, or you feel like you just don't measure up. Life can be painful and difficult. We all need extra support at times to rise above it all and thrive. I believe counseling is about making changes so that we can become the people we were meant to be. It takes a lot of courage to engage in this process, so I applaud you for taking the step to find a counselor!
Do you feel stuck, burned out, stressed, anxious, or discouraged? Maybe your inner critic has taken over, or you feel like you just don't measure up. Life can be painful and difficult. We all need extra support at times to rise above it all and thrive. I believe counseling is about making changes so that we can become the people we were meant to be. It takes a lot of courage to engage in this process, so I applaud you for taking the step to find a counselor!
Elizabeth Soliday
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Vancouver, WA 98663
Waitlist for new clients
With over 25 years as a psychology educator, researcher, and clinician, I’ve supported people in growing the strength they need to move forward with renewed balance, confidence, and hope.
With over 25 years as a psychology educator, researcher, and clinician, I’ve supported people in growing the strength they need to move forward with renewed balance, confidence, and hope.
Real Life Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Vancouver, WA 98683
We at Real Life Counseling are a group practice. We believe that everyone deserves counseling tailored to fit their needs. We enjoy the opportunity to teach and advise the people who come to our practice. The goal is to empower people to use their strength and wisdom to overcome their challenges and find solutions.
We at Real Life Counseling are a group practice. We believe that everyone deserves counseling tailored to fit their needs. We enjoy the opportunity to teach and advise the people who come to our practice. The goal is to empower people to use their strength and wisdom to overcome their challenges and find solutions.
Chelsea Kerr
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Vancouver, WA 98663
The importance of our relationships - with ourselves or with others - cannot be overstated. When working with relationships, I've seen that all people develop patterns of interaction that can either support or undermine safe connection. When starting therapy, people often arrive feeling disconnected, unheard, or stuck in these patterns. It can feel like ruts in a dirt road that pull us in every time. Together we can work to understand your patterns, what motivates them, and how to free yourselves from unhelpful cycles. With compassion and openness, you can create relationships with greater intimacy, support, and understanding.
The importance of our relationships - with ourselves or with others - cannot be overstated. When working with relationships, I've seen that all people develop patterns of interaction that can either support or undermine safe connection. When starting therapy, people often arrive feeling disconnected, unheard, or stuck in these patterns. It can feel like ruts in a dirt road that pull us in every time. Together we can work to understand your patterns, what motivates them, and how to free yourselves from unhelpful cycles. With compassion and openness, you can create relationships with greater intimacy, support, and understanding.
Kristi Canning-Lee
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Vancouver, WA 98661
Waitlist for new clients
Are you or your child worried, striving, and exhausted, yet things don't seem to be as you wish? Are there parts of you ready to give up, while other parts push or criticize you even harder? Does it seem like familiar feelings, thoughts, and cycles go on and on, despite your best efforts? These are common experiences and frustrating. They don't seem to enhance our lives or family. Together we will bring an understanding of what is coming up for you and why. We will develop helpful skills and approaches that increase your odds of experiencing your hopes for relationships worth having, and a life worth living.
Are you or your child worried, striving, and exhausted, yet things don't seem to be as you wish? Are there parts of you ready to give up, while other parts push or criticize you even harder? Does it seem like familiar feelings, thoughts, and cycles go on and on, despite your best efforts? These are common experiences and frustrating. They don't seem to enhance our lives or family. Together we will bring an understanding of what is coming up for you and why. We will develop helpful skills and approaches that increase your odds of experiencing your hopes for relationships worth having, and a life worth living.
Sherese Cordova
Counselor, MA, LMHCA
Verified Verified
Vancouver, WA 98685 (Online Only)
I am an EMDR specialized trauma therapist. I am passionate about working with clients struggling with complex trauma, PTSD, ADHD, anxiety and depression. I strongly value the relationship I build with my clients and place great importance on providing a safe space for connection and trust. My style in therapy is warm, empathetic, compassionate and humorous.
I am an EMDR specialized trauma therapist. I am passionate about working with clients struggling with complex trauma, PTSD, ADHD, anxiety and depression. I strongly value the relationship I build with my clients and place great importance on providing a safe space for connection and trust. My style in therapy is warm, empathetic, compassionate and humorous.
Chelsea S Bates
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Vancouver, WA 98660
The common misconception is that therapy is for "crazy" or "sick" people. Instead I believe it is a chance to work with clients on how to use their challenges as opportunities for change and growth. It is also a time to better understand our view of the world, examine any relationship issues, and become better versions of ourselves. I focus on each individual's unique characteristics, instead of what a diagnosis may say about them.
The common misconception is that therapy is for "crazy" or "sick" people. Instead I believe it is a chance to work with clients on how to use their challenges as opportunities for change and growth. It is also a time to better understand our view of the world, examine any relationship issues, and become better versions of ourselves. I focus on each individual's unique characteristics, instead of what a diagnosis may say about them.
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Alternative Behavioral Therapy
Counselor, MA, LMHC, BCN
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Vancouver, WA 98683
Alternative Behavioral Therapy specializes in the integration of talk therapy and Neurofeedback which is commonly used for the treatment and normalization of ADHD. We can incorporate this practice into PTSD, depression, sleep disorders, learning disabilities, anxiety, and much more. For those adept in this field, we practice Infra-low, SMR training, theta/beta ratio, and alpha-theta deep state processing as well as ISF (Infra-slow frequency training). For disorders resulting from trauma, EMDR may be incorporated as deemed appropriate. Other modality options may include Play Therapy or life coaching as well.
Alternative Behavioral Therapy specializes in the integration of talk therapy and Neurofeedback which is commonly used for the treatment and normalization of ADHD. We can incorporate this practice into PTSD, depression, sleep disorders, learning disabilities, anxiety, and much more. For those adept in this field, we practice Infra-low, SMR training, theta/beta ratio, and alpha-theta deep state processing as well as ISF (Infra-slow frequency training). For disorders resulting from trauma, EMDR may be incorporated as deemed appropriate. Other modality options may include Play Therapy or life coaching as well.
Angela Soley
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Vancouver, WA 98660 (Online Only)
My heart's desire is for everyone to connect with their innate love, joy, and peace. I believe love and joy are always present within us, they are just often hidden under layers of pain and misunderstanding. Together, we can peel back the layers and bring back your vitality. I love to listen and ask questions, which helps clients get clear on who they are, what they want, and where they are going! You are safe to share your complete (sometimes tangled) truth with me. Tears, laughter, growls, and silence are welcome.
My heart's desire is for everyone to connect with their innate love, joy, and peace. I believe love and joy are always present within us, they are just often hidden under layers of pain and misunderstanding. Together, we can peel back the layers and bring back your vitality. I love to listen and ask questions, which helps clients get clear on who they are, what they want, and where they are going! You are safe to share your complete (sometimes tangled) truth with me. Tears, laughter, growls, and silence are welcome.
Emily East Cram
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Vancouver, WA 98663
Waitlist for new clients
An ideal client would be a person who is ready to work through the patterns and issues that keep getting in the way of satisfaction and wellness in life. My work with clients is focused on an individual’s strength while helping them to develop an understanding of their past and present, their inner beliefs and resulting underlying issues. I strive to provide clients with a safe, supportive and caring environment in which to explore their personal issues.
An ideal client would be a person who is ready to work through the patterns and issues that keep getting in the way of satisfaction and wellness in life. My work with clients is focused on an individual’s strength while helping them to develop an understanding of their past and present, their inner beliefs and resulting underlying issues. I strive to provide clients with a safe, supportive and caring environment in which to explore their personal issues.
Shane Ladd
Mental Health Counselor Associate, MA, LMHCA
Verified Verified
Vancouver, WA 98660 (Online Only)
A Traumatic experience is like an injury and can have a long lasting effect on you and impact the way you perceive and interact in the world. Anyone can experience trauma, it comes in many shapes and forms. If you are an individual experiencing trauma you may have difficulty regulating emotions such as anger, anxiety, sadness and easily feel overwhelmed or numb and shut down. Due to the trauma, our brain operates in a survival mode and finds ways to cope and not always healthy ways. Trauma not only affects our relationship with ourselves but also impacts our relationships with others.
A Traumatic experience is like an injury and can have a long lasting effect on you and impact the way you perceive and interact in the world. Anyone can experience trauma, it comes in many shapes and forms. If you are an individual experiencing trauma you may have difficulty regulating emotions such as anger, anxiety, sadness and easily feel overwhelmed or numb and shut down. Due to the trauma, our brain operates in a survival mode and finds ways to cope and not always healthy ways. Trauma not only affects our relationship with ourselves but also impacts our relationships with others.
Tyler Moore
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMHCA, MFTA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Vancouver, WA 98686
Waitlist for new clients
As a therapist, my ideal client is someone open to self-exploration and change, whether they're a teen facing the trials of growing up or a couple striving to strengthen their relationship. They may struggle with anxiety, self-esteem, or communication, and their goal is to achieve a sense of well-being. They seek a safe space to be heard and understood, as well as guidance to navigate life's challenges with resilience.
As a therapist, my ideal client is someone open to self-exploration and change, whether they're a teen facing the trials of growing up or a couple striving to strengthen their relationship. They may struggle with anxiety, self-esteem, or communication, and their goal is to achieve a sense of well-being. They seek a safe space to be heard and understood, as well as guidance to navigate life's challenges with resilience.
Lisa Yenney
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Vancouver, WA 98660
I work with children, adolescents and families. This includes family conflict, reunification therapy, and divorce. I work from a strengths based perspective, using the skills and strengths that an individual already posses to assist in managing current challenge(s) and identified goals. My work is brief in nature, I believe that most people possess the skills they need to improve their lives, but can use some guidance, education or simply some support in order to apply those skills correctly.
I work with children, adolescents and families. This includes family conflict, reunification therapy, and divorce. I work from a strengths based perspective, using the skills and strengths that an individual already posses to assist in managing current challenge(s) and identified goals. My work is brief in nature, I believe that most people possess the skills they need to improve their lives, but can use some guidance, education or simply some support in order to apply those skills correctly.
Alex Bardole
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Vancouver, WA 98663
Waitlist for new clients
New OFFICE! Availability for In-PERSON, Vancouver! Guiding Hope, and its lead counselor, Alex Bardole, are here to help clients with Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, and LGBTQ+ issues. NOW Accepting AETNA clients. As a queer, neurodivergent therapist, I have the lived experience and know how hard it can be to constantly worry, forget important dates, and wonder if you are 'enough'. Luckily, I have designed my practice to help those with ADHD/ASD, Anxiety, and those in the LGBTQIA+ community overcome life's challenges. I would love to talk with you more about what YOU need! Reach out today!
New OFFICE! Availability for In-PERSON, Vancouver! Guiding Hope, and its lead counselor, Alex Bardole, are here to help clients with Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, and LGBTQ+ issues. NOW Accepting AETNA clients. As a queer, neurodivergent therapist, I have the lived experience and know how hard it can be to constantly worry, forget important dates, and wonder if you are 'enough'. Luckily, I have designed my practice to help those with ADHD/ASD, Anxiety, and those in the LGBTQIA+ community overcome life's challenges. I would love to talk with you more about what YOU need! Reach out today!
Chanel Brown
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Vancouver, WA 98660
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) has been called "The Doubting Disease," and is characterized by unwanted and intrusive doubts, fears, “irrational” worries, and at its worst, terror and psychological torment. People with OCD experience doubts and fears which usually focus on whatever they most care about or highly value, such as their most important relationships, their moral character, their health or the health and well-being of those they care about. Sufferers use mental or behavioral rituals that provide temporary relief from the obsession, which become compulsions that can be painful in and of themselves.
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) has been called "The Doubting Disease," and is characterized by unwanted and intrusive doubts, fears, “irrational” worries, and at its worst, terror and psychological torment. People with OCD experience doubts and fears which usually focus on whatever they most care about or highly value, such as their most important relationships, their moral character, their health or the health and well-being of those they care about. Sufferers use mental or behavioral rituals that provide temporary relief from the obsession, which become compulsions that can be painful in and of themselves.
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Verified Verified
Vancouver, WA 98685
Pam has offered her depth of heart and clarity of soul in the therapeutic realm as a clinical therapist and in other therapeutic roles for over thirty years. Her impassioned career has been focused on frontline work with children, adolescents and families. Pam’s service to the emotional, mental and spiritual health of others has shifted towards guiding and coaching adults seeking meaningful transformations in their lives.
Pam has offered her depth of heart and clarity of soul in the therapeutic realm as a clinical therapist and in other therapeutic roles for over thirty years. Her impassioned career has been focused on frontline work with children, adolescents and families. Pam’s service to the emotional, mental and spiritual health of others has shifted towards guiding and coaching adults seeking meaningful transformations in their lives.
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Number of Therapists in Vancouver, WA
800+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in Vancouver, WA who prioritize treating:
93% | Anxiety |
87% | Depression |
76% | Trauma and PTSD |
71% | Relationship Issues |
68% | Self Esteem |
67% | Stress |
66% | Grief |
Average years in practice
10 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
71% | Aetna |
54% | Cigna and Evernorth |
51% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Therapists in Vancouver, WA see their clients
66% | In Person and Online | |
34% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
78% | Female | |
20% | Male | |
2% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Vancouver?
Search for nearby therapists or counselors by inputting your city, town, or suburb; or zip code; or a provider’s name into the search bar. From there, you can filter providers by the issues they treat, cost, insurance, gender, and other factors to find providers who are well-suited to your needs. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or zip code into the search bar.
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.