Therapists in Mukilteo, WA

Hi! My name is Ruth, she/they and I identify as a jewish, queer, latinx individual. I specialize in LGBTQ+ issues, adolescents and children, family issues, anxiety, depression, OCD, behavioral issues, addiction issues, and have experience with neurodivergent individuals on the autism spectrum. My therapeutic approach is very client-centered. I enjoy meeting people where they are at and finding out what areas of their lives they would like to grow in. Being in therapy for the first time or for the hundredth time can be a challenge. My goal is to alleviate that challenge and help people become the best version of themselves.

Mental health counseling for individuals, couples, and families. Trauma recovery. Narcissistic/ power and control relationship abuse. Immigration psychological evaluations for Hardship, Cancelation of Removal, U Visa, Substance Abuse, VAWA, and others. Services offered in Spanish, Portuguese, and English

It takes courage to seek help. You have taken the first step. My main goal is to listen to you and understand your specific needs, tailoring a treatment that is going to free you from fears and shame and bring out the very best you, the real you, the only you that deserves to walk the path. I’m excited to walk with you on your journey to healing and growth. I am a licensed mental health counselor and eating disorder specialist providing individual, couples and group therapy for the past 11 years, focusing on whole-person-care. I am a Christian and I love to integrate faith into the healing process to those interested.

I know what it feels like to be overwhelmed by issues with your mental health, your relationship, or life in general. You don't have to bear it all alone. My goal as a therapist is to help you find hope and healing so that you feel true joy again. I work with clients of all ages, religions, and cultural or ethnic backgrounds. I'm trained in couples counseling, sex therapy, family therapy, teen therapy, and child or play therapy.

Resolving relationship, cultural and communication issues can increase your self awareness to bring opportunities for growth and enjoyment. If you feel lonely and unsure why, let’s explore how to bring joy to your life, starting at our first meeting. I work with parents/families, couples and individuals. My main focus is RO-DBT, an evidenced based approach to help with issues related to "overcontrol". I also use supplementary techniques for changing habits, improving communication and reducing inner conflict.

Your surroundings began to shrink as time went on due to what unfolded. You were jolted as a direct result of this event. As a child, you were a completely different person you're today; you're paralyzed by anxiety, unable to cope with stress, fearing you are losing control and feeling isolated. There was a time when you could deal with stress better than you can now. Or maybe you thought you were doing well even after what happened to you as a child, but now things started to feel overwhelmed, and you are tired of hiding your emotions as it takes too much energy most of the time.

I deeply believe that healing is possible and have dedicated my life to this. I see each client as an individual and will work with you to identify your specific wants, needs, and goals for our work together. Whether you are dealing with deep trauma, family problems, relationship issues, depression, anxiety, stress, burnout, grief, or a spiritual crisis, I offer compassionate, effective, and evidence-based treatment that you can access from your own home. As a therapist, I use compassion, curiosity, humor, and authenticity to create a safe and warm therapeutic environment that allows for personal discovery, growth, and healing.