Education and Learning Disabilities Therapists in 98201

I offer individual and group services to people with different kinds of life circumstances, disabilities and goals. I am a licensed Mental Health Counselor & Certified Rehabilitation Counselor providing evidenced based mental health care and vocational counseling for adolescents and adults. I specialize working with Neurodevelopmental Disabilities including Autism Spectrum Disorders & have since 1996. I enjoy working with individuals facing difficult life circumstances, challenging adjustments, and reconciling past issues. My specialties include working with people with Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, Learning Disabilities and ADD/ ADHD.

Accepting New Clients w/ Immediate Availability: ONLINE for all Washington residents and IN-PERSON for Whatcom County residents . I work individually with children, adolescents, and adults and I work collaboratively with families to address various issues such as: life transitions (grief, divorce, moving, new family dynamics), academic challenges (learning disorders, attention/distraction, behavior), social dynamics (friendships, interpersonal communication), and symptom management (sleep quality, improved moods, reduced stress). I focus on providing person-centered compassionate care to my clients.

Psychology works because it is a way to help people understand their problems and correct or change so that they can live more healthy or satisfying lives. Many people come for therapy if they are experiencing problems with depression, anxiety or relationship issues. Some other common problems that I help treat are problems with work injuries, sleep, weight, stress, trauma, and sexual problems. These problems can be greatly helped through therapy. I employ an eclectic approach to therapy, meeting each individual’s needs rather than using one form of treatment.

Are you struggling to manage a pattern of uncomfortable emotions that stem from a difficult life situation you were unable to resolve? You may feel stuck and not yet able to understand the root cause of these emotional challenges, how they are impacting you and your relationships, or how to move forward in your life. You may even feel betrayed by those who have tried to help you. You are ready for a full mind-body-soul transformation. You need someone who can give you patient guidance to help you navigate healing. You deserve empathic understanding as you become the most bad-ass version of yourself. Let me humbly help you.

Therapy with Dr. Ambriz adheres to a Holistic approach for Psychotherapy, which focuses on enhancing the balance of physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual well-being. The intention of a Holistic psychotherapy approach strives to create long-term healing and wellness by addressing the root causes of illness. Dr. Ambriz integrates Western psychological evidence-based treatments, Eastern medicine approaches, and Indigenous healing practices to assist with healing. Her counseling style reflects client-centered, empathic, strength based, and non-judgmental approaches to foster a therapeutic alliance.

I congratulate you on taking steps to heal your relationships and yourself. In counseling you are not alone and I believe that people have a great capacity to change and grow to achieve full and gratifying relationships and lives when given the right support. My approach to counseling is to provide you with a warm, caring, and accepting environment in which to explore solutions to your concerns.

I offer expert help for struggling parents and families. For parents and caregivers, the issue might be eliminating disrespect and defiance; seeking a balance between work/family life; improving your relationship with your children; co-parenting after divorce; single parenting; or, any other topic that prevents you from calm and confident parenting. For youth, coaching helps kids navigate the challenges in their lives, whether it be isolation, behavioral problems, emotional outbursts, hanging with the wrong crowd, or clarifying college and/or career plans. For families, coaching helps resolve conflicts and strengthen relationships.

NOTE: We accept new appointment requests only through our confidential online portal: www.bit.ly/newcounseling. We work with individuals, couples, and families, all ages, and can work with a broad range of issues. We are committed to fostering an environment of safety and respect for people of all beliefs, backgrounds, abilities and lifestyles. We achieve our mission by offering affordable, best practice, behavioral science and faith-integrative offerings. No specific faith practice is required to receive services with us.

We are currently accepting new clients! My name is Kendra M, I am a therapist at Traverse Therapy Services. My goal as a therapist is to work together with you collaboratively to find treatments and solutions to the issues and needs that you are facing. Whether you feel like you’re not understood or no one truly understands what you are trying to say or are struggling with anxiety, depression or other mental health needs I have experience and success in helping people on their journey to living healthy, fulfilling lives whether it is their first step or their last. My main goal is to support and help you in any way I can.

I am currently accepting new clients! My areas of focus are those stuck in family attachment puzzles, trauma/stress response and ADHD difficulties. If you are self-diagnosed or formally diagnosed with ADHD, chances are you're trying to adapt in a world that isn’t designed for you. You feel that you were born with a “race car brain with bicycle breaks,” with unpredictable motivation & energy. You feel overwhelmed by the smallest tasks & tormented by deep restlessness. Whether this is ADHD, trauma or attachment difficulties, I want to help!

I have a specialty in the area of special needs of children and adolescents. This includes the identification and treatment of Attention Deficit Disorder, learning problems, anxiety and depression in children and adolescence. I have worked with over 10,000 children in my career, and have an extensive background in behavior problems, parent-child relationships, and family violence issues, including child sexual abuse. My personal Christian beliefs and values influence my perspective. At the same time, the beliefs and values of my clients are treated with respect. The therapeutic process should be characterized by openness and a collaborative attitude on both of our parts.

Welcome! My style is warm and affirming. You will be seen, heard and not judged. I use Insight, Solution Focused Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy amongst others because they put the power back into your hands where it belongs. I work with people across the lifespan to find acceptance and thrive. I support people in finding their voices both literally, via Assisted Technology and figuratively. The traits of Autism, ADHD and neurodivergence can be overwhelming and lead to depression and anxiety. Feeling misunderstood is sad and isolating. Learn to understand your unique neuro-biology and find strategies to achieve your goals.

Please see company website for specific provider availability- We are excited to offer therapy, medication management, & psychological testing services (ages 5+; no adult ASD). Psychological testing may provide diagnostic clarification & identification of anxiety/depression, ADHD, PTSD, cognitive functioning, dementia or brain injury. We provide services in our Everett & Edmonds offices, as well as virtually, & accept a wide range of insurance & private pay options. We work with individuals from early childhood throughout adulthood & have a variety of specialty areas, including trauma, anxiety, depression, behavior problems, & more.

I currently do not have new patient openings. I will update as I they come open. The decision to enter therapy, (perhaps for the first time) can be a watershed moment. The person you choose to go with you on that journey should match with who you are. I have sat with many people/families in my 20+ years in private practice. I believe in actively working with my clients so that they can reach their goals. I often give homework outside the sessions. I believe that your journey can be moving more than just within the time spent in session.