Life Coaching Therapists in Yakima, WA

I provide two different but related services; counseling and forensic mental health evaluations. I see couples, individuals, families and children for a variety of issues including blended families, divorce, parenting issues and individual development. As a forensic evaluator, I work with the courts to provide expert testimony on cases concerning immigration, child custody, personal injury, risk for violence, and criminal cases. Both counseling services and forensic mental health evaluations are provided in Spanish.

Although I treat a variety of psychological conditions, I have three main specialty areas. First, I specialize in treating children and adolescents with emotional and/or behavior problems such as ADHD, anxiety, depression, poor school performance, non compliant behavior, substance abuse, and emotional trauma from domestic violence or sexual abuse. I also specialize in working with children, families, and adults who are struggling with issues related to divorce and re-marriage. My third specialty area is treating relationship and marital problems.

I take pride in dedicating my time and attention to each individual, and each individual circumstance. First session is set at a very affordable rate to see if we are a good fit in working together. I find this to be at the top of the list of importance in reaching success. I strive for success. If you are truly in search of answers and results, and ready to dedicate yourself in finding peace and happiness reach out. My past experience with the formal qualifications, as well as.. life experience, and severe situational work can help you to find answers quickly. Don't waste excess money and time. Find answers & happiness.

Life can be so hard sometimes, right? It can be overwhelming, exhausting, full of anxiety and heartache... If you are in a hard place, I am here to support you. I work with my clients to help them understand the underlying thoughts and beliefs that are contributing to the difficulty of life. I explore the experiences my clients had that are influencing how they see themselves and their world today. Clients can take a new look at these beliefs and thoughts and assess whether they still fit. With couples, I focus on increasing the connection, so each partner feels seen, heard, and secure in the relationship.

You are the expert of your life. I look forward to learning about you, your strengths, what you hope to accomplish, and how I can support you along your path to wellness. I look forward to you being an active participant in your therapy sessions. I think the most powerful part of therapy happens when you take what you have learned and apply those skills in your daily life outside of therapy. I have experience working with teens, young adults, adults, couples and families. I have worked with clients struggling with depression, anxiety, PTSD, life stressors, relationship problems, schizophrenia, and bipolar disorder.

I am honored by your consideration. My name is Jonathan Douglas, I am passionate about helping individuals address life challenges that are oftentimes as a result of unresolved issues stemming from grief and loss, trauma, abuse, societal issues and artifacts from the individuals family of origin. I view seeking help and support as a strength. It is difficult to be vulnerable and explore the challenges that persist, however through that effort we can work to find peace. I aim to offer a unique perspective given my life experiences that I would hope you as a potential client can find of benefit.

We are each doing the best we know how but sometimes events in our lives can overwhelm us and leave us feeling shattered. We move through life with invisible wounds that separate us from ourselves and those we love. It takes courage to be fully present in our own lives and to celebrate our unique strengths. It also takes courage to ask for help when we are struggling to cope. I will work alongside you as you learn transformative skills that empower you with more helpful thoughts, a renewed sense of presence and a safe mind-body connection.

The high school years are complicated. Teens are complicated. You're wondering where your happy child went and how to get them back. As a Mental Health Counselor and former High School Counselor that has worked with thousands of teens, I believe this unique developmental stage is deserving of specialized care. Teenage mental health is different than adults and children which is why we have to treat it differently. It doesn't have to be about disorders, labels and canned treatments. I believe teenage mental health is about seeing this complex developmental and transitional stage of life as an extraordinary opportunity for growth.

I have been a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist for 34 years and helping heal families in my private practice for 24. I specialize in many areas such as child abuse, domestic violence, adoption and infertility related issues, grief, anxiety, depression, addiction, communication training and fair fighting techniques. Many clients come for short, solution focused therapy. I welcome everyone, despite gender, age, ethnicity, religion or sexual preference. My goal is to make the client feel welcome from the moment they arrive, until the time they leave with information that can immediately make a difference in their life.

I am dedicated to empowering you to transcend present and past stress and to discover resilience within. Through compassion, curiosity and collaboration, we explore the complexities of your experiences in order to foster self-discovery and growth. My mission is to instill a sense of empowerment, guiding you to skillfully understand how the past informs your current choices and relationships, so you can make informed decisions about how you move forward in life. My hope for you that you emerge stronger, more resilient, and equipped with the tools to navigate life's journey from a fresh, more relaxed perspective.

Finding Hope was created to provide a safe and comfortable setting for people to explore their grief and loss. For those seeking a path through grief and wanting to explore life after a loss and what that means for them. Providing therapeutic support, clinical experience, and a passion for helping others through their journey.

Accepting New Clients as of 10.17.2023. Life can knock us off course in a lot of different ways, I’m here to help you find your own path to living the way you want to live. Anxiety, depression, burnout, along with feelings of isolation and low self-esteem can prevent us from living our lives the way we’d like to. When this happens, we tend to use whatever skills we have to cope but sometimes these tried and true methods end up falling short. Talking with a therapist can help shore up the skills we have and help to develop new skills to cope with the challenges of everyday life.

Life is like a rollercoaster. Cheesy, I know, but it’s one of my favorite metaphors for life. It’s filled with so many ups and downs, at times we’re holding on for dear life and at others, we put our hands up in the air and enjoy the ride. It’s helpful to have someone beside you no matter where you are on the journey, and that’s why I’m here. I use a trauma- and attachment-based approach to target mind, body, and soul. I use a variety of interventions from somatic, mindfulness, narrative, emotion-focused, and cognitive behavioral frameworks. Therapy is a collaborative process, you are in the driver's seat and I in the passenger.

Trauma is something most people experience in life. However, for some people, these experiences can be soul shattering. Some events can cause us to lose all sense of ourselves as we collapse into fragmented pieces of who we once were and disconnected from who we are meant to be. I believe we all have value and purpose in this life and beyond. By utilizing a combination of talk therapy, EMDR and creative outlets, I will walk beside you as you uncover all the broken bits and pieces to rebuild the beautiful mosaic of your life after trauma

Immediate Openings Available. Is finding someone that understands you a struggle? Maybe you’ve spent your whole life thinking that you are different from other people. It feels like your mind is constantly running. No matter how much you try and relax, you can’t. Perhaps you feel like you've been forced to wear a mask to hide who you truly are. Teachers and caregivers are dealing with burn out and exhaustion. Hiding your needs and wearing the mask is exhausting. You’re looking to open up to someone who doesn’t judge you and listens to you. Know that you are not alone!

Hello! I am a licensed mental health counselor working in the Yakima Valley. I have experience working with anxiety/stress, relationship stressors, PTSD, and OCD, among other concerns. I am an lgbtqia+ affirming therapist. I believe you are the expert of your own life. A session with me typically looks like a warm, safe environment where you feel able to voice your concerns, feel heard and validated.

As free human beings we have the gift of making choices in our life. One big choice is taking the opportunity to reach out for support and guidance when we aren’t operating at our optimal level. We often minimize our mental health needs; however, it is of vital importance to our overall well-being. Whatever your mental health needs are, the key role of a therapist is establishing a good therapeutic relationship. They need to be willing to walk with you for a time on your own individual journey. I am honored to be a therapist and have that opportunity to work with you.

TMS is now available in a state of the art functional medicine clinic run by Dr. Renee Woods. This FDA approved, non-invasive treamtent is indicated for Major depressive disorder and OCD when medications and psychotherapy have failed. It is available for those who can commute or drive to the clinic 3-5 x a week for 6-8 weeks and have Private Insurance or Medicare.

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.