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Pathway to Change Counseling Services

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

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Available both in-person and online
2223 S. Meridian Puyallup, WA 98371
Today is your first step on the pathway to change and together we will make the transformation you are seeking in your life. Pathway to Change is unique in that we offer several therapists to choose from who can work collaboratively with you to accomplish the change you want to see. With over 40 years of combined therapy experience each therapist offers a different approach within the therapeutic relationship. We are excited to now offer Life Coaching through our partnership with Simply You LLC.
We provide individual, couples, group, and family counseling specializing in treatment for: depression, anxiety, trauma and PTSD, sexual abuse, ADHD/ADD, anger, mood disorder, behavioral problems, conflict resolution, OCD, grief counseling, parenting support, LGBTQ, gender identity, stress management and more.
We believe that one of the essential ingredients for therapeutic change is trust between the therapist and client. Clients are encouraged to set their own goals for therapy and be full and active participants in their own treatment.
Take the first step to help. Call or Pathway to Change Counseling Services now - (253) 218-4176

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Pathway to Change Counseling Services

2223 S. Meridian

Puyallup, WA 98371 map

(253) 218-4176
Website
We offer both in-person and telehealth sessions and are currently accepting new clients. Please email us to start the therapeutic process.
I specialize in Anxiety, Trauma and PTSD and Depression 
$185 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
Let's Connect (253) 218-4176
Photo of Linda Skinner - Pathway to Change Counseling Services, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Pathway to Change Counseling Services

2223 S. Meridian

Puyallup, WA 98371 map

(253) 218-4176
Website
We offer both in-person and telehealth sessions and are currently accepting new clients. Please email us to start the therapeutic process.
I specialize in Anxiety, Trauma and PTSD and Depression 
$185 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $185
  • Couple Sessions $150

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Ambetter
  • Anthem
  • Asuris Northwest Health
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Coordinated Care
  • First Choice Health | FCH
  • Healthcare Management Administrators
  • Kaiser PPO and CORE
  • LifeWise
  • Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Premera Blue Cross
  • Regence
  • Out of Network
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If using insurance, we will submit claims for your sessions to your insurance company. Once we receive an explanation of benefits from your insurance, you will then be responsible for paying any deductibles, co-pays, or co-insurance amounts. This process ensures that you're being charged accurately.
Photo of Linda Skinner - Pathway to Change Counseling Services, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Pathway to Change Counseling Services
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
or call with questions - (253) 218-4176
"
If using insurance, we will submit claims for your sessions to your insurance company. Once we receive an explanation of benefits from your insurance, you will then be responsible for paying any deductibles, co-pays, or co-insurance amounts. This process ensures that you're being charged accurately.
Photo of Linda Skinner - Pathway to Change Counseling Services, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Pathway to Change Counseling Services
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
or call with questions - (253) 218-4176

Qualifications

    Marriage & Family Therapist: Linda Skinner

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Washington / LF00002625 Linda Skinner
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 24 years
  • Attended Pacific Lutheran University, Graduated 2005
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from AAMFT Approved Supervisor 2012
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Our practice offers licensed experienced therapists with a combined total of 35 years of experience and multiple certifications in a variety of specialty areas; exceptionally skilled associate therapists; and master degree candidates under the supervision of two AAMFT Approved Supervisors.
Photo of Linda Skinner - Pathway to Change Counseling Services, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Pathway to Change Counseling Services
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
or call with questions - (253) 218-4176
"
Our practice offers licensed experienced therapists with a combined total of 35 years of experience and multiple certifications in a variety of specialty areas; exceptionally skilled associate therapists; and master degree candidates under the supervision of two AAMFT Approved Supervisors.
Photo of Linda Skinner - Pathway to Change Counseling Services, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Pathway to Change Counseling Services
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
or call with questions - (253) 218-4176

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Depression

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Bisexual
  • Cancer
  • Career Counseling
  • Coping Skills
  • Divorce
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Coaching
  • Life Transitions
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Oppositional Defiance (ODD)
  • Self Esteem
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Spirituality
  • Sports Performance
  • Stress
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Transgender
  • Veterans
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We work collaboratively with all types of clients to achieve their goals. Whether it's complex trauma, depression, anxiety, OCD, neurodivergence, relationship challenges, or work stress; we have a skilled provider ready to help you find sustainable and lasting change. You don't have to do this journey alone.
Photo of Linda Skinner - Pathway to Change Counseling Services, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Pathway to Change Counseling Services
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
or call with questions - (253) 218-4176
"
We work collaboratively with all types of clients to achieve their goals. Whether it's complex trauma, depression, anxiety, OCD, neurodivergence, relationship challenges, or work stress; we have a skilled provider ready to help you find sustainable and lasting change. You don't have to do this journey alone.
Photo of Linda Skinner - Pathway to Change Counseling Services, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Pathway to Change Counseling Services
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
or call with questions - (253) 218-4176


Client Focus

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Religion

Christian

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Religion

Christian

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Christian Counseling
  • Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Experiential Therapy
  • Family / Marital
  • Family Systems
  • Life Coaching through Simply You LLC
  • Narrative
  • Person-Centered
  • Relational
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
  • Structural Family Therapy
  • Trauma Focused
Photo of Linda Skinner - Pathway to Change Counseling Services, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Pathway to Change Counseling Services
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (253) 218-4176
Photo of Linda Skinner - Pathway to Change Counseling Services, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Pathway to Change Counseling Services
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (253) 218-4176

Location

Primary Location

Pathway to Change Counseling Services

2223 S. Meridian

Puyallup, WA 98371

(253) 218-4176
"
We offer both in-person and telehealth sessions and are currently accepting new clients. Please email us to start the therapeutic process.
Photo of Linda Skinner - Pathway to Change Counseling Services, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Pathway to Change Counseling Services
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Take the first step to help. Call now - (253) 218-4176
"
We offer both in-person and telehealth sessions and are currently accepting new clients. Please email us to start the therapeutic process.
Photo of Linda Skinner - Pathway to Change Counseling Services, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Pathway to Change Counseling Services
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Take the first step to help. Call now - (253) 218-4176