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Mary Susan Schwartz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Anacortes, WA 98221  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
My practice is grounded in evidence-based theory, I use an integrative approach, drawing from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Cognitive Behavioral Theory, Dialectical Behavior Theory, Gottman Method for Couples, and mindfulness-based interventions.
Perhaps you're hoping to improve your mood, increase your self-compassion, or enhance your romantic relationship. Maybe you're seeking a non-judgmental and supportive relationship with your therapist, within which you can learn strategies you can use right away. If so, I look forward to hearing from you!
My practice is grounded in evidence-based theory, I use an integrative approach, drawing from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Cognitive Behavioral Theory, Dialectical Behavior Theory, Gottman Method for Couples, and mindfulness-based interventions.
Perhaps you're hoping to improve your mood, increase your self-compassion, or enhance your romantic relationship. Maybe you're seeking a non-judgmental and supportive relationship with your therapist, within which you can learn strategies you can use right away. If so, I look forward to hearing from you!
(206) 455-8671 View (206) 455-8671

Online Therapists

Photo of Karyn Andriesen, Counselor in Anacortes, WA
Karyn Andriesen
Counselor, MA, LMHCA
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98125  (Online Only)
Sometimes in life we all need a “companion on the journey,” someone to partner with us and help make sense of our experience, ease our pain, and support our goals. As a therapist, I am committed to providing a safe environment where individuals can identify their strengths, recognize unhelpful patterns, and live into their goals. Working from an integrative, client-centered approach, I seek to support individuals wherever they are on their journey and my approach is holistic, collaborative, and non-judgmental. I value cultural humility and look forward to working with people of all backgrounds, identities, and walks of life.
Sometimes in life we all need a “companion on the journey,” someone to partner with us and help make sense of our experience, ease our pain, and support our goals. As a therapist, I am committed to providing a safe environment where individuals can identify their strengths, recognize unhelpful patterns, and live into their goals. Working from an integrative, client-centered approach, I seek to support individuals wherever they are on their journey and my approach is holistic, collaborative, and non-judgmental. I value cultural humility and look forward to working with people of all backgrounds, identities, and walks of life.
(206) 752-3471 View (206) 752-3471
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Alison Draisin
Counselor, PsyD, LMHC
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98102  (Online Only)
We are one of the only clinics in the country offering psychedelic assisted psychotherapy and cannabis assisted psychotherapy in an integrative medical setting.
** I am ONLY accepting new patients seeking cannabis or psychedelic psychotherapy.** I do have supervisees (MA level and LMHCA) that work under me with availability for talk therapy. I work with clients of all ages who are open minded and looking to explore alternative modalities of treatment for depression, anxiety, or trauma. I work in an integrative medical clinic where there is collaboration with medical (palliative care) doctors, naturopathic doctors, and psychiatric nurse practitioners. Our clinic offers advanced cutting edge integrative medical care.
We are one of the only clinics in the country offering psychedelic assisted psychotherapy and cannabis assisted psychotherapy in an integrative medical setting.
** I am ONLY accepting new patients seeking cannabis or psychedelic psychotherapy.** I do have supervisees (MA level and LMHCA) that work under me with availability for talk therapy. I work with clients of all ages who are open minded and looking to explore alternative modalities of treatment for depression, anxiety, or trauma. I work in an integrative medical clinic where there is collaboration with medical (palliative care) doctors, naturopathic doctors, and psychiatric nurse practitioners. Our clinic offers advanced cutting edge integrative medical care.
(206) 420-1321 View (206) 420-1321
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Dream Life Out Loud, PLLC
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
Renton, WA 98056
Dream Life Out Loud, PLLC, is a Black woman owned/led virtual mental health practice offering collaborative care across family systems - ranging from individuals, couples, youth, and families. We specialize in trauma-informed, evidenced-based, integrative approaches for healing, wellness, and fulfillment while serving a diverse range of clients from varying socioeconomic, racial, and other demographic backgrounds. The center of our work is advancement of holistic wellness; tapping into ancestral insights of power, spiritual attunement, and mental health approaches rooted in evidence-based research.
Dream Life Out Loud, PLLC, is a Black woman owned/led virtual mental health practice offering collaborative care across family systems - ranging from individuals, couples, youth, and families. We specialize in trauma-informed, evidenced-based, integrative approaches for healing, wellness, and fulfillment while serving a diverse range of clients from varying socioeconomic, racial, and other demographic backgrounds. The center of our work is advancement of holistic wellness; tapping into ancestral insights of power, spiritual attunement, and mental health approaches rooted in evidence-based research.
(206) 203-2242 View (206) 203-2242
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Lori D. Wolff
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MHP, LMFT, CMHS
Verified Verified
Monroe, WA 98272  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
My therapeutic approaches are integrative.
The ultimate goal at Harmony in Tranquility: Counseling for the Soul, is to support individuals and families in building healthier and happier lives. Starting internally, creating further external success and happiness. My expertise includes individual, family, and couple's therapy (to include child and adolescent treatment). I believe in the utmost respect of individuals and emphasize the importance of dignity and worth within each person. See Link(s): https://youtu.be/XvoWIkFik5o / https://youtu.be/nlF-L2VqeVI / https://harmonyintranquility.clientsecure.me/
My therapeutic approaches are integrative.
The ultimate goal at Harmony in Tranquility: Counseling for the Soul, is to support individuals and families in building healthier and happier lives. Starting internally, creating further external success and happiness. My expertise includes individual, family, and couple's therapy (to include child and adolescent treatment). I believe in the utmost respect of individuals and emphasize the importance of dignity and worth within each person. See Link(s): https://youtu.be/XvoWIkFik5o / https://youtu.be/nlF-L2VqeVI / https://harmonyintranquility.clientsecure.me/
(253) 528-7475 View (253) 528-7475
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Nashra Rahman
Counselor, JD, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98104  (Online Only)
Life is complicated and we are all products of our upbringing, life experiences, and personal coping mechanisms. We are aware of some of these mechanisms and others, we are not. Whether it is a temporary set-back or a chronic condition, helping to uncover what lays beyond our consciousness and how that affects our thoughts, feelings, and behavior is a process that will lead to greater well-being, increased self-awareness, and fulfilling personal potential. I will work to understand your worldview, current constraints, existing resources and strengths, and apply an integrative theoretical approach.
Life is complicated and we are all products of our upbringing, life experiences, and personal coping mechanisms. We are aware of some of these mechanisms and others, we are not. Whether it is a temporary set-back or a chronic condition, helping to uncover what lays beyond our consciousness and how that affects our thoughts, feelings, and behavior is a process that will lead to greater well-being, increased self-awareness, and fulfilling personal potential. I will work to understand your worldview, current constraints, existing resources and strengths, and apply an integrative theoretical approach.
(425) 249-3981 View (425) 249-3981
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Diego Vitelli - Adoptee Focused Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA
Verified Verified
Snoqualmie, WA 98065  (Online Only)
I am an adoptee, attachment, trauma-focused, and couples and relationship(s) therapist using an integrative approach drawing from several systemic modalities.
I am an adoptee from Colombia, S.A., who is a relationship and family therapist in Washington state. I am an adoptee-focused therapist, centering adoptees and their adoptee identity development through their lived experiences; pre and post-adoption. I am also passionate about relationships regardless of their structure (hetero, consensual non-monogamy - CNM, polyamory, and LGBTQIA+); I believe all individuals in a relationship deserve to be heard and witnessed, opening avenues for a broader understanding of others, and ultimately, deeper interpersonal connections.
I am an adoptee, attachment, trauma-focused, and couples and relationship(s) therapist using an integrative approach drawing from several systemic modalities.
I am an adoptee from Colombia, S.A., who is a relationship and family therapist in Washington state. I am an adoptee-focused therapist, centering adoptees and their adoptee identity development through their lived experiences; pre and post-adoption. I am also passionate about relationships regardless of their structure (hetero, consensual non-monogamy - CNM, polyamory, and LGBTQIA+); I believe all individuals in a relationship deserve to be heard and witnessed, opening avenues for a broader understanding of others, and ultimately, deeper interpersonal connections.
(425) 382-6744 View (425) 382-6744
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Onward & Upward Counseling Center, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Marysville, WA 98271  (Online Only)
I tend towards using integrative modalities & approaches that fit each of my clients in order for them to have individualized healing attended to.
I have a passion to help individuals who have experienced trauma of human trafficking victimization to help them heal through surviving & eventually thriving in a meaningful life they desire to maintain. I offer a safe space to heal & not be judged while building self worth & work through other areas of trauma endured & been exposed to. I am huge on recognizing a person's strengths & empowering others, which gets incorporated into my practice. This specific passion expands to other types of trauma, ADHD, families, couples, anxiety, depression, etc. I enjoy helping those who have been misunderstood & offer emotional validation.
I tend towards using integrative modalities & approaches that fit each of my clients in order for them to have individualized healing attended to.
I have a passion to help individuals who have experienced trauma of human trafficking victimization to help them heal through surviving & eventually thriving in a meaningful life they desire to maintain. I offer a safe space to heal & not be judged while building self worth & work through other areas of trauma endured & been exposed to. I am huge on recognizing a person's strengths & empowering others, which gets incorporated into my practice. This specific passion expands to other types of trauma, ADHD, families, couples, anxiety, depression, etc. I enjoy helping those who have been misunderstood & offer emotional validation.
(719) 496-8859 View (719) 496-8859
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Christine Thurston
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Port Orchard, WA 98366  (Online Only)
All people experience problems and at times we all need someone that we can trust to assist us with those challenges. As a therapist, my approach is accepting, empathetic, and flexible, and I strive to form a relationship with my clients that is built on trust and respect. I believe in working collaboratively with my clients, together identifying the growth and change that they desire for their lives. I work to help my clients uncover their internal resources and strengths and expand their understanding of their experiences in order to empower them to make the changes that they desire.
All people experience problems and at times we all need someone that we can trust to assist us with those challenges. As a therapist, my approach is accepting, empathetic, and flexible, and I strive to form a relationship with my clients that is built on trust and respect. I believe in working collaboratively with my clients, together identifying the growth and change that they desire for their lives. I work to help my clients uncover their internal resources and strengths and expand their understanding of their experiences in order to empower them to make the changes that they desire.
(360) 443-5452 View (360) 443-5452
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Tatiana Bowers
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MHP, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lake Stevens, WA 98258  (Online Only)
Life can be messy and difficult. It is hard to rise up from difficulties and reach your true potential. My clients feel heard, understood and supported while acquiring skills and knowledge to create the changes in their live that makes them happy and successful. Hoping things will change with time is probably not going to happen. You are precious and matter. I truly believe that people are meant to live exordinary lives. Let me help you reach your potential. Embrace Hope Counseling is a Video Telehealth Therapy Practice which gives clients the ability to have sessions without wasting time getting to an office.
Life can be messy and difficult. It is hard to rise up from difficulties and reach your true potential. My clients feel heard, understood and supported while acquiring skills and knowledge to create the changes in their live that makes them happy and successful. Hoping things will change with time is probably not going to happen. You are precious and matter. I truly believe that people are meant to live exordinary lives. Let me help you reach your potential. Embrace Hope Counseling is a Video Telehealth Therapy Practice which gives clients the ability to have sessions without wasting time getting to an office.
(425) 689-7589 View (425) 689-7589
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Laura Lee Montavon
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edmonds, WA 98020
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist living and working in the Edmonds, WA area. I graduated with my Master of Science in Marriage and Family therapy in 2016 from Friends University in Wichita, KS. I currently work at Snohomish Psychology Associates, PLLC in Edmonds, WA, serving adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I tailor evidence-based treatment to each client and the specific needs of that client. Collaboratively with the client, we work towards goals that the client would like to achieve in their life.
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist living and working in the Edmonds, WA area. I graduated with my Master of Science in Marriage and Family therapy in 2016 from Friends University in Wichita, KS. I currently work at Snohomish Psychology Associates, PLLC in Edmonds, WA, serving adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I tailor evidence-based treatment to each client and the specific needs of that client. Collaboratively with the client, we work towards goals that the client would like to achieve in their life.
(206) 237-6763 View (206) 237-6763
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Jamie Posthuma
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Gig Harbor, WA 98335
I am passionate about working with individuals and couples. Navigating live's challenges can be really intimidating amidst the stressors of life, especially when they all start piling up and ways you used to cope before stop working. Before giving up, try seeking help from a qualified professional and learn new ways of understanding and interacting with your environment. By identifying and working through barriers, new patterns can be learned, and healing experiences can be found. Resources can be gained and emotional resilience can be improved. You can find the harmony you desire within your life, and it starts here.
I am passionate about working with individuals and couples. Navigating live's challenges can be really intimidating amidst the stressors of life, especially when they all start piling up and ways you used to cope before stop working. Before giving up, try seeking help from a qualified professional and learn new ways of understanding and interacting with your environment. By identifying and working through barriers, new patterns can be learned, and healing experiences can be found. Resources can be gained and emotional resilience can be improved. You can find the harmony you desire within your life, and it starts here.
(425) 448-8308 View (425) 448-8308
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Kristin Sweet Fischer
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Tacoma, WA 98407
I provide a supportive environment for individuals and couples to practice skills designed to enhance personal, relational, and professional satisfaction. My office is a safe confidential place to process life. I help individuals manage mental health and reduce need for prescriptions by incorporating research based practices. Learning tools to reduce anxiety, depression and PTSD due to trauma. Additionally, I am familiar with the challenges of military families and first responders. The unique cultural challenges of these groups and how therapy can help normalize and reduce mental distress for families and individuals.
I provide a supportive environment for individuals and couples to practice skills designed to enhance personal, relational, and professional satisfaction. My office is a safe confidential place to process life. I help individuals manage mental health and reduce need for prescriptions by incorporating research based practices. Learning tools to reduce anxiety, depression and PTSD due to trauma. Additionally, I am familiar with the challenges of military families and first responders. The unique cultural challenges of these groups and how therapy can help normalize and reduce mental distress for families and individuals.
(253) 218-4467 View (253) 218-4467
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Catherine McMonigle
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Gig Harbor, WA 98335
My style of therapy is warm, accepting, and compassionate. After having trained extensively and been witness to countless stories of transformation, I can say with certainty that healing is absolutely possible. This is an invitation to break free from painful experiences, beliefs, and thought patterns that keep you from living the life you want, and leave you feeling hopeless or weary. I am guided by the belief that what you need to heal is already within you. Together, we will discover your internal source of strength and wisdom.
My style of therapy is warm, accepting, and compassionate. After having trained extensively and been witness to countless stories of transformation, I can say with certainty that healing is absolutely possible. This is an invitation to break free from painful experiences, beliefs, and thought patterns that keep you from living the life you want, and leave you feeling hopeless or weary. I am guided by the belief that what you need to heal is already within you. Together, we will discover your internal source of strength and wisdom.
(253) 367-2967 View (253) 367-2967
Photo of Lisa M. Hunter, Marriage & Family Therapist in Anacortes, WA
Lisa M. Hunter
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Redmond, WA 98052
Exclusively telehealth. My goal is to promote the growth and well-being of couples and individuals who seek therapy for the resolution of problematic symptoms or states. The therapeutic process is guided by the outcome you desire for yourself and your relationships. I use a collaborative, strength-based approach to assess strengths and recognize areas for growth. I will help you become aware of how old habits and patterns of interaction are interfering with present connections. Sessions will be geared towards building on strengths while developing new skills to help cope with current & future stressors and create positive change.
Exclusively telehealth. My goal is to promote the growth and well-being of couples and individuals who seek therapy for the resolution of problematic symptoms or states. The therapeutic process is guided by the outcome you desire for yourself and your relationships. I use a collaborative, strength-based approach to assess strengths and recognize areas for growth. I will help you become aware of how old habits and patterns of interaction are interfering with present connections. Sessions will be geared towards building on strengths while developing new skills to help cope with current & future stressors and create positive change.
(425) 358-3737 x10 View (425) 358-3737 x10
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Ewa Lichnowska (Eh-Vuh)
Counselor, MS, LMHC, CST
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98101
I am both a psychotherapist and a certified sex therapist (AASECT certified) and I help couples and individuals fulfill their emotional, sexual and relational needs by building a therapeutic relationship based on empathy, safety and trust. I will support you in clarifying your needs and goals without judgement so that you can take the insight and skills we develop together into your life and relationships. If you struggle with intimacy, desire or preference discrepancy in your relationship or if you struggle with performance, anxiety related ED or ability to experience sexual pleasure and orgasm, I look forward to meeting you.
I am both a psychotherapist and a certified sex therapist (AASECT certified) and I help couples and individuals fulfill their emotional, sexual and relational needs by building a therapeutic relationship based on empathy, safety and trust. I will support you in clarifying your needs and goals without judgement so that you can take the insight and skills we develop together into your life and relationships. If you struggle with intimacy, desire or preference discrepancy in your relationship or if you struggle with performance, anxiety related ED or ability to experience sexual pleasure and orgasm, I look forward to meeting you.
(206) 538-2871 View (206) 538-2871
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Alina Tovar
Counselor, MS, LMHCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98119
Sometimes life can feel a bit overwhelming and cause you to feel alone. I believe that asking for help takes courage and is a powerful move in making a difference in your life. You do not have to go through the struggles of life alone. I view counseling as a collaborative process, where you are the master of your life, and I am joining along for the ride. I hope we can work together to find the answers you may be looking for within you. I am here to help with any life challenges you may be going through.
Sometimes life can feel a bit overwhelming and cause you to feel alone. I believe that asking for help takes courage and is a powerful move in making a difference in your life. You do not have to go through the struggles of life alone. I view counseling as a collaborative process, where you are the master of your life, and I am joining along for the ride. I hope we can work together to find the answers you may be looking for within you. I am here to help with any life challenges you may be going through.
(206) 752-3697 View (206) 752-3697
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Jenny Grace Shaw
Counselor, MEd, LMHC, CSC, HHP, NBCC
Verified Verified
Tacoma, WA 98421
We all experience speed bumps during our life journey. Though it may seem we are "lost"unsure of I believe the powers we are looking for are inside YOU! One simply needs to be validated, and to strengthen the emotional "muscles" that have grown weak--just as we exercise our bodies and our minds, we must exercise our emotional I truly believe we can not experience long term health unless we pay close attention to our Mind, Body and Spirit--the Emotional; our humanness. when we honor our truths, we will achieve our Authentic Self! I look forward to helping guide you towards your personal, goals. NEVER UNDERESTIMATE THE POWER OF YOU
We all experience speed bumps during our life journey. Though it may seem we are "lost"unsure of I believe the powers we are looking for are inside YOU! One simply needs to be validated, and to strengthen the emotional "muscles" that have grown weak--just as we exercise our bodies and our minds, we must exercise our emotional I truly believe we can not experience long term health unless we pay close attention to our Mind, Body and Spirit--the Emotional; our humanness. when we honor our truths, we will achieve our Authentic Self! I look forward to helping guide you towards your personal, goals. NEVER UNDERESTIMATE THE POWER OF YOU
(808) 736-4177 View (808) 736-4177
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Nadya Kosanovskaya
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA LMFT, SUDP, CMHS
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Bellevue, WA 98008
I am a Master’s level Licensed Marriage and Family Therapy (LMFT) and co-occurring disorders therapist, who is trained in Family Systems and Substance Use/Dependency (SUDP) with the background in Human Biochemistry. I practice with a Holistic view and will focus on your overall well-being and not only emotional and mental health. My specialties are anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, insecurities and stress management. I support my clients and families on a level that is approachable, sensitive & humane, working with employees from; Google, Microsoft, FaceBook, AMZ, Boeing, Starbucks + others. Video sessions or in person meetings.
I am a Master’s level Licensed Marriage and Family Therapy (LMFT) and co-occurring disorders therapist, who is trained in Family Systems and Substance Use/Dependency (SUDP) with the background in Human Biochemistry. I practice with a Holistic view and will focus on your overall well-being and not only emotional and mental health. My specialties are anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, insecurities and stress management. I support my clients and families on a level that is approachable, sensitive & humane, working with employees from; Google, Microsoft, FaceBook, AMZ, Boeing, Starbucks + others. Video sessions or in person meetings.
(253) 300-2889 View (253) 300-2889
Photo of Carolyn Russo, PhD, LMHC, Counselor in Anacortes, WA
Carolyn Russo, PhD, LMHC
Counselor, PhD, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98119  (Online Only)
Today you are one step closer to a new you who feels 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. I am also a WA State Approved Supervisor.
Today you are one step closer to a new you who feels 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. I am also a WA State Approved Supervisor.
(206) 823-1199 View (206) 823-1199
Integrative Therapists

What is integrative therapy?

Integrative therapy is a type of therapy that combines ideas and techniques from different therapeutic approaches depending on the needs of the individual client. By merging elements of different treatments, an integrative therapist aims to offer a more flexible approach than those who practice just one type of therapy.

How does integrative therapy work?

Integrative therapy approaches a client’s mental, physical, and emotional health in a holistic way to discover the sources of their unhealthy behavior patterns or other challenges and considers the approach most likely to lead to improvement. Among the techniques an integrative therapist may practice are cognitive-behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, EMDR, mindfulness, art or music therapy, psychodynamic therapy, breathwork, family systems therapy, gestalt therapy, and trauma-informed therapy. An integrative therapist regularly evaluates the client’s progress and is prepared to pivot to a different approach if progress stalls.

How long does integrative therapy last?

As with most forms of talk therapy, there is no set duration or end point for integrative therapy; people who find they are making progress typically continue until they feel they’ve addressed the issues that spurred them to seek treatment. New patients should understand that it may take some time for a therapist to land on a treatment approach that best meets their needs, but once they do, they should expect sessions to extend for a number of months, typically including at least 12 sessions.

How effective is integrative therapy?

There are hundreds of types of talk therapy, and research shows that while they vary in form, goals, and frequency, many if not all can produce similarly successful outcomes. But a single approach does not always deliver the greatest, or speediest, benefit, and so even therapists primarily trained in one model will use tools, language, techniques, or exercises from others to shape an effective treatment plan.