Teletherapy for Bellingham, WA

Recovery is possible! I can help you in your healing journey because I have healed from my own major life traumas (abuse during childhood, domestic violence, divorce, and chronic pain). I now enjoy an active, healthy life. It is filled with joy, creativity, beauty, and love.

Do you find yourself caught in the same repeated patterns ? Does depression, anxiety or past trauma limit your life? Are you in a relationship that feels stuck or lonely? Do you struggle with critical self-talk? And the most important question is - do you want to overcome these barriers and build the rich, full and meaningful life you want? I can provide a safe, supportive space, as well as helping you learn effective tools and skills, that will help you make the changes and improvements you seek in your life. You will find me easy to talk to, warm, honest, direct, and participatory with a tendency towards healthy humor.

I serve those that are managing baffling behaviors that seem to come out of nowhere and toss you into a tailspin of chaos. Primary supporting those that identify with parenting a child that brings more stress than joy, managing frustration controls your day, and/or you find yourself lost in grief thinking of the life you imagined. Having been intimately involved with the systems of Foster Care and Adoption, I am passionate about supporting this community of families and individuals. I serve those that are managing baffling behaviors that seem to come out of nowhere and toss you into a tailspin of chaos.

Therapy is a gift. Its power is rooted in our ancestry, biology, and deep capacities to relate to one another. It isn't something scientists devised in a laboratory. It's a natural process we each have the right to enjoy by simple virtue of being human.

Is this a time in your life when you want to move forward, to change self defeating behaviors or simply find relief from uncomfortable feelings that seem to come out of nowhere? My individualized plan for therapy can help you get to where you want to be. You are not a statistic or a stereotype. Culture can impose unrealistic standards on our supposed "roles" in society. You are unique & yet share the wonder, awe, yearnings & passion of all humans that deserves to be fully expressed. If you are willing to be a full participant in your therapy you will see new doors open to you in life, feel more confident & experience peace.

You're on-edge and having trouble concentrating. You feel restless and unable to stop overthinking. Maybe you're wanting to isolate to protect your friends and family from your sadness and anger. It's hard to continue pretending that everything is fine when you are feeling so desperate inside. You want to feel heard, seen, and understood. You would love to figure out your anxiety or depression—where it might be coming from and how to make it stop (or at least not be so intense).

I specialize in working with adolescents and adults aged 16-45 as I love working with people who are stepping into their personal power, developing identity, and establishing relationships and intimacy with others. I also enjoy helping clients transmute their anxiety and release old family patterns that are no longer serving them. My attitude is warm, positive, and nonjudgmental. I offer an environment where you can truly be seen; I promise empathy and presence. I recognize that you wish to be loved, hope to belong, be understood, and search for value in your life. I invite you to have hope and courage, be authentic and open.

I specialize in working with women during preconception, challenges getting pregnant, pregnancy, postpartum and into motherhood. Becoming a mother is often exciting and joyous but also can be overwhelming, exhausting and bring up mood changes, worries, fears and more. The support of a counselor during this time can be very helpful and can alleviate symptoms of anxiety and depression. I also specialize in working with adult women of all ages challenged with depression, anxiety, eating disorders or difficulty losing weight, chronic stress and fatigue. For more information visit www.dr-genevieve-nd.com/

March 29th Update: I am accepting new clients on a short waitlist. Living with anxiety is hard, and chances are you’ve really tried to manage it on your own. Maybe you have a general sense of worry all the time, or maybe there's something specific that brings it on. Either way, you want to feel better. On top of the exhaustion and overwhelm, you might worry there's something wrong with you. At this point, your anxiety is giving you anxiety! What if you felt in control of your anxiety? What if you were your own biggest cheerleader rather than worst critic? What if you could live a full, bright life without anxiety holding you back?

Thanks for taking a look at my profile page. It takes a great deal of courage to ask for help and support. Many of my clients have struggled with anxiety, depression, grief and loss, struggling to go out into the world, wanting things to be different in their families, and much more. I will work with you to develop new skills to handle any situation that is bothering you.

Welcome! I hope you aren't too overwhelmed looking for a therapist. It took me months to find my first counselor as an adult, but it was worth it! I specialized in seeing adults with PTSD and trauma issues. Please know that there is hope to feel better. I'm a regular guy, a nerd, a Dad, an athlete (Jiu Jitsu), socially awkward, and I love Wes Anderson movies and Star Wars. It's fine to ask for help, we all need a hand once in a while.

3/5/24 - Accepting New Clients! Ready to break free from anxiety, stress, and overcome life's challenges? Are you yearning for improved relationships, greater contentment, and to start living a life that feels more manageable? If so, I'm here to help you reclaim your life and your confidence by reconnecting you with your inner strength and wisdom so you may create a healthier, more fulfilling life. Together, we'll uncover the root causes of your struggles, and I'll equip you with practical tools and skills so you may navigate life with resilience and grace.

Everybody has a story. Authentic life stories provide a clear sense of purpose, direction, and meaning. But, when struggling, your story can be confusing and painful. Inauthentic stories can lead you down a path of damaged relationships, poor self care, and risky behavior. You can't always change the circumstances or the characters, but you can always change your role and personal narrative. If you're ready for a new chapter, I'm ready to help.

The most potent skill I want to offer to you in therapy is the ability to both witness and experience fully whatever is arising within you with kindness and curiosity. Holding this paradox gently appears to be the way to move through difficulty with softness and be open to the wisdom of the challenge. I focus on adults age 40 and up as they go through natural life transitions and find themselves struggling to make meaning of their difficulties. Changes in our relationships, health and roles in family are some of the things that can be very challenging to accept and understand at this time of life.

Accepting TWO new couples counseling clients / Individual client caseload is full. You and your partner are regularly exhausted by eachothers emotions. You feel as though you have no space in your life. You are so hesitant of "going there" because you're afraid you'll get swallowed up in the process. You are drained from carrying so much for so long. You’re not even quite sure who you are and you don’t know where to start. Despite all of this there is a faint voice inside you that hopes for something more - from yourself and from your relationship.

If there is anything I could say, it would be this: I am here for you, and you are not alone. Whether you are sad, angry, tired, anxious, frustrated, depressed, or anything else you may be struggling with, I am here to help. I take great care to earn the trust of each client, and I will work with you to address whatever is weighing on you - from depression, overwhelming anxiety, and past trauma, to relationship issues, struggles with anger, and low self-esteem.

Are you having trouble communicating with your partner? Do you struggle expressing your wants and needs with your loved ones? Are you worried that you’ll stay stuck—repeating the same conversation over and over? I understand what you’re going through. Relationships are hard and they stir up our fears and vulnerabilities. But they can also be fulfilling, exciting, and satisfying. I believe life and relationships are a journey full of transitions, twists, and turns. Sometimes these transitions are not what we expect and we’re left feeling anxious, confused, or discouraged. No matter where you find yourself, there is a way forward.

Hi, I'm Laura. I'm a licensed independent clinical social worker who provides treatment for anxiety disorders, obsessive compulsive behavior, depression, life transitions, and more. Whether online or in-person, each of my clients are met with an empathic and non-judgmental approach. As a provider, I recognize the isolation and debilitation that comes with experiencing a mental illness. Thus, I aim to acknowledge, validate, and advocate for the experiences of each client. I provide individual counseling that focuses on the whole person. My approach is to consider all aspects of a person's life in the healing process.

Whenever you think of talking with someone, thoroughly explaining everything from how you feel today, or how you have felt for years, or to the choices you are facing, or how your body and sense of yourself alters things, and you wonder, how do I find that "right" person to talk to? You have found them. Adolescent or adult, individual or a couple, call me for a free consultation, and let's see where to go from here!