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Jenna Abrams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Mukilteo, WA 98275  (Online Only)
I utilize psychoeducation, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, solution- focused therapy, and goal-oriented therapy.
Hi there! I am currently accepting new Telehealth clients in Washington and North Carolina. Learning to trust someone is hard, but having to face difficult experiences alone can be even harder. I am here to help you make that journey (feel) easier, and help you grow at the same time. Using a holistic, person-centered approach, I will learn what makes you who you are, and will develop a unique treatment plan tailored to your needs. I enjoy working with individuals and couples, people of all orientations, and with military members and their families. I value support and validation but encourage solutions and change.
I utilize psychoeducation, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, solution- focused therapy, and goal-oriented therapy.
Hi there! I am currently accepting new Telehealth clients in Washington and North Carolina. Learning to trust someone is hard, but having to face difficult experiences alone can be even harder. I am here to help you make that journey (feel) easier, and help you grow at the same time. Using a holistic, person-centered approach, I will learn what makes you who you are, and will develop a unique treatment plan tailored to your needs. I enjoy working with individuals and couples, people of all orientations, and with military members and their families. I value support and validation but encourage solutions and change.
(425) 610-8484 View (425) 610-8484
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Cultivating Changes Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Mukilteo, WA 98275  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
This includes utilizing Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and EMDR.
I will bring my experience, as we collaborate together on your goals while you set the pace. I'm a good fit for clients who are ready to explore their thoughts, feelings, & behaviors & seek to take personal responsibility for their needs & relate to themselves & others. I specialize in helping heal from trauma. I have experience working with PTSD, anxiety, depression, social anxiety, building of social/communication skills, building healthy & effective boundaries & rewarding relationships. Heal, move forward & grow to your full potential.
This includes utilizing Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and EMDR.
I will bring my experience, as we collaborate together on your goals while you set the pace. I'm a good fit for clients who are ready to explore their thoughts, feelings, & behaviors & seek to take personal responsibility for their needs & relate to themselves & others. I specialize in helping heal from trauma. I have experience working with PTSD, anxiety, depression, social anxiety, building of social/communication skills, building healthy & effective boundaries & rewarding relationships. Heal, move forward & grow to your full potential.
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Carolyn Akhtar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSWAIC
Verified Verified
Mukilteo, WA 98275  (Online Only)
I use an individualized combination of cognitive behavior therapy, motivational interviewing, acceptance and commitment therapy and other strength based strategies to treat clients and support them in achieving time linked, measurable goals.
I am accepting new clients. There is no question life has its ups and downs. Sometimes we all just need a little extra support. I work with people from many walks of life dealing with many different situations. I treat adolescents, adults, couples and families with anxiety, depression, stress, grief, life changes, relationships, addiction, trauma and many other challenges.
I use an individualized combination of cognitive behavior therapy, motivational interviewing, acceptance and commitment therapy and other strength based strategies to treat clients and support them in achieving time linked, measurable goals.
I am accepting new clients. There is no question life has its ups and downs. Sometimes we all just need a little extra support. I work with people from many walks of life dealing with many different situations. I treat adolescents, adults, couples and families with anxiety, depression, stress, grief, life changes, relationships, addiction, trauma and many other challenges.
(425) 532-3265 View (425) 532-3265
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Lucinda A Rowley
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, SUDP
Verified Verified
Mukilteo, WA 98275
Waitlist for new clients
I work with people coping with trauma and stress, especially stressors related to substance use, family of origin, parenting, relationship issues, and abuse. The cumulative worry, grief, exhaustion, and loss of hope that so often accompany these challenges can leave you feeling overwhelmed and alone. In our sessions, we will work together on short-term relief, along with deeper explorations oriented towards lasting change. New ways of relating to yourself and others bring about new experiences that reignite your sense of hope and nurture change. I offer calm, thoughtful, nonjudgmental support to you and your family on your journey.
I work with people coping with trauma and stress, especially stressors related to substance use, family of origin, parenting, relationship issues, and abuse. The cumulative worry, grief, exhaustion, and loss of hope that so often accompany these challenges can leave you feeling overwhelmed and alone. In our sessions, we will work together on short-term relief, along with deeper explorations oriented towards lasting change. New ways of relating to yourself and others bring about new experiences that reignite your sense of hope and nurture change. I offer calm, thoughtful, nonjudgmental support to you and your family on your journey.
(425) 842-1086 View (425) 842-1086
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Geoffrey M. Simkins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Mukilteo, WA 98275  (Online Only)
My focus is on helping people improve themselves and help them enjoy their lives. I think sometimes to get better outcomes, if we might want to change our behaviors/thoughts/feelings. Typically I use DBT, CBT and behavioral techniques that might help us make some changes. An engaged client that puts in some effort during session and/or towards their treatment plan that usually does best. Only sees adults, over +18.
My focus is on helping people improve themselves and help them enjoy their lives. I think sometimes to get better outcomes, if we might want to change our behaviors/thoughts/feelings. Typically I use DBT, CBT and behavioral techniques that might help us make some changes. An engaged client that puts in some effort during session and/or towards their treatment plan that usually does best. Only sees adults, over +18.
(425) 903-8857 View (425) 903-8857
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Kirsten Lynch - Healing With Heart
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, MHP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mukilteo, WA 98275  (Online Only)
Hi, thanks for being here! If you haven't been feeling like yourself & are in need of additional support, you're in the right place. I'm passionate about helping those struggling w/ anxiety, depression, high stress/overwhelm, & trauma. I am ADHD-affirming. I will work with you to help you regain a sense of balance, find peace and joy in your life again, while reducing shame/guilt & confusion surrounding your current life challenges. We will also work towards creating a growth mindset through self-compassion & the use of tangible coping skills.
Hi, thanks for being here! If you haven't been feeling like yourself & are in need of additional support, you're in the right place. I'm passionate about helping those struggling w/ anxiety, depression, high stress/overwhelm, & trauma. I am ADHD-affirming. I will work with you to help you regain a sense of balance, find peace and joy in your life again, while reducing shame/guilt & confusion surrounding your current life challenges. We will also work towards creating a growth mindset through self-compassion & the use of tangible coping skills.
(206) 207-6425 View (206) 207-6425
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Sound Psychotherapy & Counseling Services PLLC
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Mukilteo, WA 98275
We are a group of therapists that believe therapy is an important life choice that people make when things get tough. This courageous decision must be honored with compassion, empathy, and sincerity. We are passionate about helping and sharing in the journey towards greater health and happiness. It is important to feel safe in therapy, and thus feel free to say what is on one's mind and in one's hearts while always being met with compassionate understanding. We believe that every person deserves safety, dignity, and peace of mind. We love working with people who are seeking to live their best life
We are a group of therapists that believe therapy is an important life choice that people make when things get tough. This courageous decision must be honored with compassion, empathy, and sincerity. We are passionate about helping and sharing in the journey towards greater health and happiness. It is important to feel safe in therapy, and thus feel free to say what is on one's mind and in one's hearts while always being met with compassionate understanding. We believe that every person deserves safety, dignity, and peace of mind. We love working with people who are seeking to live their best life
(425) 214-4940 View (425) 214-4940
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Audrey Comber
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSWAIC, PPSC
Verified Verified
Mukilteo, WA 98275  (Online Only)
If you have struggled with trauma related to childhood abuse, dysfunction, attachment issues; and/or interpersonal violence (domestic abuse, sexual abuse) I can help! I also specialize in helping clients diagnosed with BPD unpack and heal their underlying trauma. In working with me, you will learn how to HEAL your trauma without constant use of coping skills to dull the pain. First session is free.
If you have struggled with trauma related to childhood abuse, dysfunction, attachment issues; and/or interpersonal violence (domestic abuse, sexual abuse) I can help! I also specialize in helping clients diagnosed with BPD unpack and heal their underlying trauma. In working with me, you will learn how to HEAL your trauma without constant use of coping skills to dull the pain. First session is free.
(425) 470-5882 View (425) 470-5882
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Leila Hill Godfrey
Mental Health Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Mukilteo, WA 98275
I have been in the mental health field since 1995. Because of my many years working with people in crisis, I have become skilled in sifting through the confusion and disorder that is often present in difficult situations, to find out what the primary issues are.
I have been in the mental health field since 1995. Because of my many years working with people in crisis, I have become skilled in sifting through the confusion and disorder that is often present in difficult situations, to find out what the primary issues are.
(425) 329-7833 View (425) 329-7833
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Michelle Sells
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Mukilteo, WA 98275  (Online Only)
I have many years of experience working with children, teens, adults and families in varying situations. I have an extensive background in working with children, teens, families, LGBTQIA+ folks, adults, and those who are retired. I have done work around complex trauma, stress, depression, anxiety, transitions, self-esteem, parenting issues, as well as a specialty in grief/loss, anticipatory grief, end of life, hospice and chronic medical issues.
I have many years of experience working with children, teens, adults and families in varying situations. I have an extensive background in working with children, teens, families, LGBTQIA+ folks, adults, and those who are retired. I have done work around complex trauma, stress, depression, anxiety, transitions, self-esteem, parenting issues, as well as a specialty in grief/loss, anticipatory grief, end of life, hospice and chronic medical issues.
(920) 315-3915 View (920) 315-3915
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Nakita Lynn Cutter
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mukilteo, WA 98275
Welcome! I am so glad you are here! I am passionate about client care and developing a therapeutic rapport. I believe our emotional health depends on our abilities to embrace our feelings, move toward social interest and attaining goals of self-worth relationships, work, and life in general. Our emotional and mental health suffers when there is inconsistencies between the image we have of ourselves and the world around us. My goal is to help clients gain accurate perceptions of who they are in the world and the world around them by giving clients the support and tools needed to traverse the difficult terrains of life.
Welcome! I am so glad you are here! I am passionate about client care and developing a therapeutic rapport. I believe our emotional health depends on our abilities to embrace our feelings, move toward social interest and attaining goals of self-worth relationships, work, and life in general. Our emotional and mental health suffers when there is inconsistencies between the image we have of ourselves and the world around us. My goal is to help clients gain accurate perceptions of who they are in the world and the world around them by giving clients the support and tools needed to traverse the difficult terrains of life.
(425) 357-7065 View (425) 357-7065
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Ashley Bemis
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
Mukilteo, WA 98275
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.
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.
(206) 203-6293 View (206) 203-6293
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Katelyn Lindstrom
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, SUDP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Mukilteo, WA 98275  (Online Only)
I believe that individuals, couples and families come to therapy with unique strengths and tools that can be identified and built upon in session. Acknowledging the relationships, communities, and cultures that impact your life is essential for making lasting change. By looking at the big picture, including your internal and interpersonal worlds, we can address that issues that brought you to therapy and make lasting change in your life.
I believe that individuals, couples and families come to therapy with unique strengths and tools that can be identified and built upon in session. Acknowledging the relationships, communities, and cultures that impact your life is essential for making lasting change. By looking at the big picture, including your internal and interpersonal worlds, we can address that issues that brought you to therapy and make lasting change in your life.
(206) 565-1331 View (206) 565-1331
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Andrew Riley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mukilteo, WA 98275
I currently have openings. My expertise covers a range of challenges including, ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, trauma, anger, and behavior support. I specialize in working with youth, young adults, and men but I have worked with clients of all ages in various settings including schools, military, corrections, and nursing care.
I currently have openings. My expertise covers a range of challenges including, ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, trauma, anger, and behavior support. I specialize in working with youth, young adults, and men but I have worked with clients of all ages in various settings including schools, military, corrections, and nursing care.
(425) 517-2605 View (425) 517-2605
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Empowering Minds PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Mukilteo, WA 98275  (Online Only)
My passion is to empower others to build self-confidence through therapy. Through self-confidence, you can learn how to care for yourself in ways that help you grow using self-compassion and maintain your mental health.
My passion is to empower others to build self-confidence through therapy. Through self-confidence, you can learn how to care for yourself in ways that help you grow using self-compassion and maintain your mental health.
(425) 528-8960 View (425) 528-8960
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Lynn Hackstaff
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, DCSW, PhD
Verified Verified
Mukilteo, WA 98275  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Why go to therapy? You might seek therapy when experiencing emotional pain or stress, even confusion about a situation or about yourself. Life challenges can pile up and seem overwhelming. Worry can interfere with relationships, work, and sleep. One goal of therapy is to relieve stress and every session should offer greater understanding of issues and relief in some way. Maybe you feel all alone with your concerns—it’s normal to feel that way. Therapy offers a place of understanding and acceptance, a place to be heard, and for you to feel safe with all of your feelings and thoughts, even those that you might feel are strange.
Why go to therapy? You might seek therapy when experiencing emotional pain or stress, even confusion about a situation or about yourself. Life challenges can pile up and seem overwhelming. Worry can interfere with relationships, work, and sleep. One goal of therapy is to relieve stress and every session should offer greater understanding of issues and relief in some way. Maybe you feel all alone with your concerns—it’s normal to feel that way. Therapy offers a place of understanding and acceptance, a place to be heard, and for you to feel safe with all of your feelings and thoughts, even those that you might feel are strange.
(425) 250-9662 View (425) 250-9662
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Yuxi Pan
Counselor, MSW, LMHC
Verified Verified
Mukilteo, WA 98275  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
What makes us unhappy? From years' of clinical experience, I summed up three main factors that contribute to our mood issues: unhealthy relationships, unhealed trauma, and unmet inner needs. Hi, I'm Yuxi, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Washington state. I work primarily with couples and individuals wanting help with stress, anxiety, trauma healing and relationship issues. I strive to provide person-centered care with every aspect of the counseling experience. My vision is to journey through therapy with my clients toward a greater sense of synergy, self-worth, inspiration, learning, and a true authentic life.
What makes us unhappy? From years' of clinical experience, I summed up three main factors that contribute to our mood issues: unhealthy relationships, unhealed trauma, and unmet inner needs. Hi, I'm Yuxi, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Washington state. I work primarily with couples and individuals wanting help with stress, anxiety, trauma healing and relationship issues. I strive to provide person-centered care with every aspect of the counseling experience. My vision is to journey through therapy with my clients toward a greater sense of synergy, self-worth, inspiration, learning, and a true authentic life.
(425) 657-3713 View (425) 657-3713
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Karla M Kurtz
Counselor, MA, MHP, CMHS, LMHC
Verified Verified
Mukilteo, WA 98275
Not accepting new clients
I've had the privilege of being a mental health therapist for 11+ years in community mental health. I have experience working with a wide range of ages from 2 to 68 y/o in individual, family, group, & couples therapy. I use various approaches based on the unique needs of each individual & I enjoy working with people who experience a variety of symptoms, diagnoses, etc. My primary therapeutic approach is EMDR. I provide a non-judgmental environment for many different types of people & lifestyles. I also believe that it's incredibly important to love & accept yourself, regardless of where you are in the journey of self-improvement.
I've had the privilege of being a mental health therapist for 11+ years in community mental health. I have experience working with a wide range of ages from 2 to 68 y/o in individual, family, group, & couples therapy. I use various approaches based on the unique needs of each individual & I enjoy working with people who experience a variety of symptoms, diagnoses, etc. My primary therapeutic approach is EMDR. I provide a non-judgmental environment for many different types of people & lifestyles. I also believe that it's incredibly important to love & accept yourself, regardless of where you are in the journey of self-improvement.
(425) 309-7564 View (425) 309-7564

More Therapists Nearby

Photo of Maria Elizabeth Uchytil, Counselor in Mukilteo, WA
Maria Elizabeth Uchytil
Counselor, MA, LMHCA, SUDP, CC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Everett, WA 98204
I draw from various therapeutic orientations including; Gestalt Therapy, Humanistic Therapy, Evidenced-Based Approaches (EBP), including motivational interviewing, mindfulness, psychoeducation, CBT, DBT, strength-based therapy.
I provide non-judgmental, empathetic, and person-centered approach to therapy. My goal as a licensed counselor will be to develop a collaborative relationship where each client feels empowered to act as an expert in developing healthy coping skills, manage anxiety, depression, navigate difficult life transitions, reduce stress and emotional distress, to enhance communication skills and relationships. In therapy, we can learn to become more aware of our thoughts and actions, of how negative thought patterns and behaviors may be blocking our self-awareness and making us unhappy, and how we can change.
I draw from various therapeutic orientations including; Gestalt Therapy, Humanistic Therapy, Evidenced-Based Approaches (EBP), including motivational interviewing, mindfulness, psychoeducation, CBT, DBT, strength-based therapy.
I provide non-judgmental, empathetic, and person-centered approach to therapy. My goal as a licensed counselor will be to develop a collaborative relationship where each client feels empowered to act as an expert in developing healthy coping skills, manage anxiety, depression, navigate difficult life transitions, reduce stress and emotional distress, to enhance communication skills and relationships. In therapy, we can learn to become more aware of our thoughts and actions, of how negative thought patterns and behaviors may be blocking our self-awareness and making us unhappy, and how we can change.
(206) 460-1622 View (206) 460-1622
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Untangled Roots Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSWAIC
Verified Verified
Everett, WA 98204  (Online Only)
Hello and welcome! My approach to counseling is collaborative, meaning that I want to build a relationship with you so that we can tackle your goals together. I will meet you where you are at in life! Counseling sometimes involves discussing unpleasant aspects of your life, and you could experience feelings of sadness, guilt, anger, frustration, loneliness, and helplessness. I cultivate a safe environment that allows for the space to talk about things that might otherwise feel uncomfortable and shameful without judgment. Your story is unique and so is your path to growth and healing, I would be honored to be a part of the journey!
Hello and welcome! My approach to counseling is collaborative, meaning that I want to build a relationship with you so that we can tackle your goals together. I will meet you where you are at in life! Counseling sometimes involves discussing unpleasant aspects of your life, and you could experience feelings of sadness, guilt, anger, frustration, loneliness, and helplessness. I cultivate a safe environment that allows for the space to talk about things that might otherwise feel uncomfortable and shameful without judgment. Your story is unique and so is your path to growth and healing, I would be honored to be a part of the journey!
(425) 403-2682 View (425) 403-2682
Motivational Interviewing Therapists

How does motivational interviewing work?

Motivational interviewing aims to uncover a person’s internal motivation to change their life. Toward this end, the therapist listens, empathizes, and collaborates with the client based on their perspective; the therapist doesn’t adhere to a predetermined plan for change or impose their viewpoint on the client. Discovering an individual’s most important reasons for change, and guiding them to achieve those changes, can empower people to shift from ambivalence to action.

Is motivational interviewing evidence-based?

Yes, research shows that motivational interviewing can help treat alcohol and substance use — and in different ways such as reducing drinking, reducing resistance, and increasing the likelihood of staying in treatment. Motivational interviewing has also been shown to help people lose weight, adhere to medication regimens, improve diet for those with Type II diabetes, and improve healthy behaviors in children.

How long does motivational interviewing last?

Motivational interviewing is a short-term therapy that can last just one or two sessions. In some cases, motivational interviewing may be used in conjunction with longer-term therapies, but for most people, motivational interviewing is a brief intervention that aims to help patients understand their personal, specific, and internal reasons for changing their life.

What differentiates motivational interviewing from person-centered therapy?

In person-centered therapy, the individual is in the driver’s seat of the treatment process, creating space for them to trust their instincts and arrive at their own solutions. The two approaches are similar because motivational interviewing is also client-centered; however, person-centered therapy is more open-ended while motivational interviewing is somewhat more structured; the goal is to change, and the therapist helps the client specifically discover their internal motivations to modify their behavior.