Therapists in Tacoma, WA
Kimberly Reardon
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Tacoma, WA 98409
Not accepting new clients
I enjoy working with client's who are wanting to challenge themselves to identify what they can do to make life be and feel good again. I like working with the client and their identified supports including family and friends. Being able to help people of all ages to find how they think, feel and act now and how this does not have to hinder or stay this way for their future.
I enjoy working with client's who are wanting to challenge themselves to identify what they can do to make life be and feel good again. I like working with the client and their identified supports including family and friends. Being able to help people of all ages to find how they think, feel and act now and how this does not have to hinder or stay this way for their future.
Sarah Sanderson
Counselor, MA, LMHC, CMHS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tacoma, WA 98402 (Online Only)
I provide individual therapy and coaching services to adults. Therapy is an active process of change. My role as your therapist is to guide and support you in strengthening your sense of self and personal power to make changes in your life. I strive to create a highly collaborative working relationship founded in respect and honesty.
I provide individual therapy and coaching services to adults. Therapy is an active process of change. My role as your therapist is to guide and support you in strengthening your sense of self and personal power to make changes in your life. I strive to create a highly collaborative working relationship founded in respect and honesty.
Traverse Therapy Services
Counselor, LMHCA
Verified Verified
Tacoma, WA 98467
We're accepting new clients! My name is Jo and I am a licensed mental health counselor associate (LMHCA) in the state of Washington. I aim to join with clients to use evidence based interventions that allow them to overcome the perspective and issues that don't serve them. The modalities I use are each approached from my strengths-based lens, though I primarily work with clients who are interested in EMDR Therapy.
We're accepting new clients! My name is Jo and I am a licensed mental health counselor associate (LMHCA) in the state of Washington. I aim to join with clients to use evidence based interventions that allow them to overcome the perspective and issues that don't serve them. The modalities I use are each approached from my strengths-based lens, though I primarily work with clients who are interested in EMDR Therapy.
Sara Elkington
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Tacoma, WA 98403
Sara Elkington MA, LMHC is a licensed mental health therapist currently building a practice in Tacoma, Washington. She has specialized in working with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, dissociative symptoms, post-trauma reactions, intimate partner abuse recovery, ADHD-related concerns, and those living with a life-changing medical condition or chronic illness. She firmly believes in the power of therapy to promote self-growth and resilience. Sara is committed to providing a safe, supportive, and judgment-free space for her clients to explore their experiences and foster healing.
Sara Elkington MA, LMHC is a licensed mental health therapist currently building a practice in Tacoma, Washington. She has specialized in working with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, dissociative symptoms, post-trauma reactions, intimate partner abuse recovery, ADHD-related concerns, and those living with a life-changing medical condition or chronic illness. She firmly believes in the power of therapy to promote self-growth and resilience. Sara is committed to providing a safe, supportive, and judgment-free space for her clients to explore their experiences and foster healing.
Loving Kindness Family Counseling Services
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Tacoma, WA 98409
There are times in our lives that sometimes we just need a listening ear. There are other times when life comes at you fast with experiences and challenges that can be difficult to face alone. I am 100% committed to helping you find that extra help you need. My goal is to provide a safe, non-judgmental and compassionate place for you to feel comfortable in sharing and expressing yourself.
There are times in our lives that sometimes we just need a listening ear. There are other times when life comes at you fast with experiences and challenges that can be difficult to face alone. I am 100% committed to helping you find that extra help you need. My goal is to provide a safe, non-judgmental and compassionate place for you to feel comfortable in sharing and expressing yourself.
Nicole Camacho
Counselor, MA, CDPT, LMFTA, LMHCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tacoma, WA 98499 (Online Only)
I render counseling services that range from group therapy sessions to couples' sessions. You can also see me for family therapy sessions, individual sessions, intakes, and/or psychoeducation courses for a variety of mental health issues. Just to name a few!
I render counseling services that range from group therapy sessions to couples' sessions. You can also see me for family therapy sessions, individual sessions, intakes, and/or psychoeducation courses for a variety of mental health issues. Just to name a few!
Mackenzie Nitz
Counselor, LMHC, MEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tacoma, WA 98405 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
My mission is clear: to guide individuals towards long-term solutions, instill healthy coping mechanisms, and cultivate positive relationships. For this reason I am drawn to clients who share a desire for overall well-being and are ready to confront negative tendencies. This often involves exploring challenging questions, a process that leads to a deeper understanding of oneself. In order to do this I delve into my clients' histories, recognizing that understanding the past is crucial to addressing present challenges. I am dedicated to cutting through the noise and fostering honest communication within a safe and supportive space.
My mission is clear: to guide individuals towards long-term solutions, instill healthy coping mechanisms, and cultivate positive relationships. For this reason I am drawn to clients who share a desire for overall well-being and are ready to confront negative tendencies. This often involves exploring challenging questions, a process that leads to a deeper understanding of oneself. In order to do this I delve into my clients' histories, recognizing that understanding the past is crucial to addressing present challenges. I am dedicated to cutting through the noise and fostering honest communication within a safe and supportive space.
Tacoma Counseling Services
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MAT, MA, LMFTA
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Tacoma, WA 98405 (Online Only)
One of the things I’ve come to value the most in life is honest conversation. It’s freeing to share about things we’re struggling with, and to be truly heard without judgment. In every session, I aim to give this opportunity to my clients. I use a number of therapeutic approaches, all of which consider the whole person and recognize the impact of their closest relationships.
One of the things I’ve come to value the most in life is honest conversation. It’s freeing to share about things we’re struggling with, and to be truly heard without judgment. In every session, I aim to give this opportunity to my clients. I use a number of therapeutic approaches, all of which consider the whole person and recognize the impact of their closest relationships.
Andrew Rogers
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Tacoma, WA 98403
Are you struggling with changes in your life and looking for a better way to cope? Are you trying to find direction and meaning? Perhaps you're wondering why life doesn't feel more rewarding or you can't seem to find happiness or peace. You may be feeling lonely and struggling to find relationships and friendships to help you during hard times. It can be really challenging living in the Pacific Northwest and finding friendship or relationships.
Are you struggling with changes in your life and looking for a better way to cope? Are you trying to find direction and meaning? Perhaps you're wondering why life doesn't feel more rewarding or you can't seem to find happiness or peace. You may be feeling lonely and struggling to find relationships and friendships to help you during hard times. It can be really challenging living in the Pacific Northwest and finding friendship or relationships.
S. Mike Monks
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Tacoma, WA 98445 (Online Only)
Visit website for initial appointment availability. Improving yourself can be a rewarding and lifelong positive enhancement. My role as a Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) is to help you in this journey. I believe that every person has room for improvement and seeking professional mental health counseling is a great step to take to improve yourself. I practice from a strengths perspective, helping you realize how to use what you do best to your maximum benefit. I also enjoy helping individuals who are not coping well in the context of their relationships with others and their families.
Visit website for initial appointment availability. Improving yourself can be a rewarding and lifelong positive enhancement. My role as a Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) is to help you in this journey. I believe that every person has room for improvement and seeking professional mental health counseling is a great step to take to improve yourself. I practice from a strengths perspective, helping you realize how to use what you do best to your maximum benefit. I also enjoy helping individuals who are not coping well in the context of their relationships with others and their families.
Gabriela Raisl
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFTA
Verified Verified
Tacoma, WA 98403
I specialize in working with couples that are needing help creating a new path for connection and emotional safety within their relationship. Some areas include parenting, infidelity, repairing ruptures and needing to strengthen communication. I work with individuals who are experiencing anxiety, depression, life transition and wanting to take a deep look inward. I offer a few spots for whole families who are wanting to connect and create secure attachments, creating a family system that feels in sync and united.
I specialize in working with couples that are needing help creating a new path for connection and emotional safety within their relationship. Some areas include parenting, infidelity, repairing ruptures and needing to strengthen communication. I work with individuals who are experiencing anxiety, depression, life transition and wanting to take a deep look inward. I offer a few spots for whole families who are wanting to connect and create secure attachments, creating a family system that feels in sync and united.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Tacoma, WA 98402 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
I have worked in various settings including family homeless shelters, Hospice bereavement, hospitals, schools, community mental health clinics, as well as on-and-offsite mental health support for First responders following natural disasters and traumatic events. I specialize in working with adults impacted by major life transitions due to trauma, grief and loss, chronic pain/illness and living with terminal illness, and related anxiety, depression, adjustment concerns, and changes in roles and relationships.
I have worked in various settings including family homeless shelters, Hospice bereavement, hospitals, schools, community mental health clinics, as well as on-and-offsite mental health support for First responders following natural disasters and traumatic events. I specialize in working with adults impacted by major life transitions due to trauma, grief and loss, chronic pain/illness and living with terminal illness, and related anxiety, depression, adjustment concerns, and changes in roles and relationships.
Andre St. Hilaire
Counselor, MEd, LMHCA
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Tacoma, WA 98403
Current openings for outdoor and online therapy sessions! Is the toxic stress you are experiencing showing up as anxiety, dread or avoidance? Does the gap between what you want out of life and where you are at currently leave you feeling symptoms of burnout or depression? When stress is overwhelming it can impact our self esteem and ability to move forward. Whether it's finding a sense of calm and being more present, building a better relationship with yourself, or figuring out the changes you want to work towards therapy can restore hope. Together we can explore what you want for the road ahead-it's time to rediscover you!
Current openings for outdoor and online therapy sessions! Is the toxic stress you are experiencing showing up as anxiety, dread or avoidance? Does the gap between what you want out of life and where you are at currently leave you feeling symptoms of burnout or depression? When stress is overwhelming it can impact our self esteem and ability to move forward. Whether it's finding a sense of calm and being more present, building a better relationship with yourself, or figuring out the changes you want to work towards therapy can restore hope. Together we can explore what you want for the road ahead-it's time to rediscover you!
Shellie Gravitt
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Tacoma, WA 98402
I am Certified in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) for couples and in Internal Family Systems (IFS). EFT allows couples to move away from painful interactions and towards connection. It is incredibly effective in helping couples understand triggers and emotional distress. Suffering in your partnership can be incredibly isolating and painful. I will help you identify and understand your and your partner's most important needs and longings. Please don't wait to get help, if your relationship is in distress reach out as soon as possible. Your relationship can be the safe haven you've always longed for.
I am Certified in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) for couples and in Internal Family Systems (IFS). EFT allows couples to move away from painful interactions and towards connection. It is incredibly effective in helping couples understand triggers and emotional distress. Suffering in your partnership can be incredibly isolating and painful. I will help you identify and understand your and your partner's most important needs and longings. Please don't wait to get help, if your relationship is in distress reach out as soon as possible. Your relationship can be the safe haven you've always longed for.
Bao Dinh Ngo
SUDP, LMHCA, LMFTA, EMDR, MHP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Tacoma, WA 98402
I specialized training in EMDR and I have experience working in a variety of settings, including outpatient and inpatient treatment centers, since 2019. I have experience working with diverse populations in the social services sector since 2018. Every person is unique and has the capacity to change for the better in order to become their ideal selves, in my opinion. To help you comprehend the value of both positive and negative experiences that contribute to the development of strength and resiliency, my main strategies include EMDR, hypnosis, motivational interviewing (MI) and cognitive behavioral therapies (CBT).
I specialized training in EMDR and I have experience working in a variety of settings, including outpatient and inpatient treatment centers, since 2019. I have experience working with diverse populations in the social services sector since 2018. Every person is unique and has the capacity to change for the better in order to become their ideal selves, in my opinion. To help you comprehend the value of both positive and negative experiences that contribute to the development of strength and resiliency, my main strategies include EMDR, hypnosis, motivational interviewing (MI) and cognitive behavioral therapies (CBT).
Mary Allison Jensen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, CMHS, IMH-E
Verified Verified
Tacoma, WA 98407
My ideal clients are motivated to explore the origin of unhelpful patterns of thought, emotion, and behavior. I am a certified clinical trauma specialist and primarily work with adults and adolescents who have experienced adversity and/or trauma. My clients often present with a feeling of being stuck and through a collaborative process of reflection and skill-building we identify the most effective personalized strategies. I am also a certified compassion fatigue specialist and work extensively with professionals around compassion fatigue and burnout.
My ideal clients are motivated to explore the origin of unhelpful patterns of thought, emotion, and behavior. I am a certified clinical trauma specialist and primarily work with adults and adolescents who have experienced adversity and/or trauma. My clients often present with a feeling of being stuck and through a collaborative process of reflection and skill-building we identify the most effective personalized strategies. I am also a certified compassion fatigue specialist and work extensively with professionals around compassion fatigue and burnout.
Laura Brudvig
Counselor, LMHCA
Verified Verified
Tacoma, WA 98402 (Online Only)
If you are driven to change conditioned beliefs and unfulfilling patterns, and desire to bring more love, truth, and happiness into your life, there are tools to help you achieve these goals.
If you are driven to change conditioned beliefs and unfulfilling patterns, and desire to bring more love, truth, and happiness into your life, there are tools to help you achieve these goals.
Destiny City Counseling
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tacoma, WA 98402 (Online Only)
Current openings. Do you feel stuck in your relationships, career, or dysfunctional patterns? This isn't where you thought you'd be at age 25, 30, or 40. The anxiety and constant second-guessing yourself is exhausting. You feel like you are always "the helper" in relationships, but deep down, you feel unseen and resentful that your needs don't feel acknowledged by others. Even your spirituality has felt stale lately, leaving you drained. You need help navigating through the anxiety and negativity. Imagine having a deep sense of peace and joy with who you are right now and your process of becoming.
Current openings. Do you feel stuck in your relationships, career, or dysfunctional patterns? This isn't where you thought you'd be at age 25, 30, or 40. The anxiety and constant second-guessing yourself is exhausting. You feel like you are always "the helper" in relationships, but deep down, you feel unseen and resentful that your needs don't feel acknowledged by others. Even your spirituality has felt stale lately, leaving you drained. You need help navigating through the anxiety and negativity. Imagine having a deep sense of peace and joy with who you are right now and your process of becoming.
David Kraljevich
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Tacoma, WA 98402
"You do not have to be good You do not have to walk on your knees for a hundred miles repenting you only have to let the soft animal of your body love what it loves..." -Mary Oliver. Oliver suggests that liberation is always-already present. How do we contact this natural brilliance? How do we walk that liminal space between will and surrender, acceptance and change? Being incarnated in a human body means facing ordeals but how much we suffer becomes a choice. We refine our ability to choose through deep engagement with various inner practices and orientations.
"You do not have to be good You do not have to walk on your knees for a hundred miles repenting you only have to let the soft animal of your body love what it loves..." -Mary Oliver. Oliver suggests that liberation is always-already present. How do we contact this natural brilliance? How do we walk that liminal space between will and surrender, acceptance and change? Being incarnated in a human body means facing ordeals but how much we suffer becomes a choice. We refine our ability to choose through deep engagement with various inner practices and orientations.
David B Ward
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Tacoma, WA 98447
Not accepting new clients
I am not accepting new clients at this time.
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How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in Tacoma, WA
1,000+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in Tacoma, WA who prioritize treating:
93% | Anxiety |
87% | Depression |
76% | Trauma and PTSD |
75% | Relationship Issues |
75% | Self Esteem |
70% | Stress |
67% | Coping Skills |
Average years in practice
9 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
78% | Premera |
66% | Regence |
61% | Aetna |
How Therapists in Tacoma, WA see their clients
50% | In Person and Online | |
50% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
75% | Female | |
21% | Male | |
4% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Tacoma?
Search for nearby therapists or counselors by inputting your city, town, or suburb; or zip code; or a provider’s name into the search bar. From there, you can filter providers by the issues they treat, cost, insurance, gender, and other factors to find providers who are well-suited to your needs. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or zip code into the search bar.
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.