Person-Centered Therapists in 98188

We're currently accepting new clients! My name is Maleaha Menifee, as a Mental Health Therapist I believe in social justice and cultural acceptance. My clients have told me that I am easy to talk too and I have a direct, but honest approach. During your time with me I like to take a client led approach where the client is in control and sets the tone for the sessions. I will provide guidance in the sessions as well.

I work with, adults & young professionals who often feel stuck and acknowledge that some areas of their life could benefit from proactive and intentional work. Together, we’ll work through your difficult experiences, life transitions, depression and anxiety, perfectionism, self-defeating negative thoughts, and boundary issues in your relationships. I am passionate about assisting clients by shining a light on the patterns I see that contribute to your unwanted habits, thoughts, emotions, behaviors, or outcomes. Together we’ll hone your existing strengths, while we address the areas where you’re struggling.

My focus in therapy is grief, bereavement and trauma, but I also help with anxiety, attachment issues, body positivity, somatic issues, depression, end of life concerns, LGBTQA+ related issues, life transitions, OCD, panic & anxiety disorders, sexuality, spirituality, women's issues, and communication issues. I am also willing to run grief groups.

Our mind-body connection is extremely powerful. When we are stressed, we might experience bodily discomfort and/or mental health concerns that cause difficulty functioning in everyday life. This is completely normal! I encourage you to close your eyes and listen for two to three minutes. Do you hear that little voice in your head? It takes awareness and practice to navigate that little voice, that speaks to us 24/7, for it to be an asset in our healing, growth, and self-regulation.

I am a community-based Social Worker with a passion for providing holistic and person-centered mental health services to those seeking therapy. I meet one on one with clients and facilitate groups to discuss personal mental health matters and collective social topics in educational, community, and clinical settings while providing a unique and individualized approach to each client. I seek to provide a safe, judgment-free space for clients to open up and share their concerns and troubles while also celebrating successes and achievements. My communication style is direct and realistic yet measured and tactful.

I am a compassionate person that truly believes that each individual in this world deserves authentic happiness and inner peace. We all have our own journey of growth, and I feel like I have a unique opportunity to create a safe space to support others in healing from experiences that have challenged their sense of self. Each individual is in charge of his/her/their own growth, and I view therapy as a partnership between myself and my clients throughout each stage of change. Therapy is a process that enables a person to discover self-awareness, to harness self-expression, and explore the capacity to have and hold stronger feelings.

My ideal client is one who wants to work on themselves and willing to put the time and effort in bettering their lives. Therapy is a process and works best when the client is fully engaged. I welcome individuals 13 and older that need help with parenting skills, conflict resolution, and communication skills.

I am an independent contractor for Mindful Therapy Group. I have been working in the field since 2016. My professional background involves working with individuals who identify with the LGBTQ community and those dealing with anxiety and depression. I help clients by providing resources and work to support them and their families through decision making, crisis, conflicts, and grief and loss issues. I have worked in community mental health and for a supported living agency. Each job has given me more experience to help those that need someone to talk to.

Feeling stuck, anxious, or overwhelmed? Have issues in your relationships? More people than ever are feeling isolated and alone and are struggling to manage daily life. If you are needing a safe space to process feelings, overcome unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors, or improve your relationships, you have come to the right place. My ideal client is one who is willing to look deeply within themselves and is focused on personal growth and self-development. My mission is to help you become the best version of yourself.

I understand the difficulties of meeting someone new and discussing items that may leave one feeling vulnerable.  As a therapist and especially as a person, I highly value our relationship and find this to be essential in the therapy process.  I enjoy working with individuals by building trust with me and with this process.  I also believe in creating a collaborative relationship in which I respect your needs while balancing the therapeutic interventions that I can provide. I have a long history of working with individuals who struggle with anxiety and depression, and I specialize in working with those who have experienced trauma.

I am a trauma-focused, strength-based perspective therapist. I actively work to provide a space that feels safe to share your innermost experiences. How I do that is by providing a space of unconditional positive regard. You can also expect that we will collaborate on goals for therapy - talk about traumatic experiences, and connect with your inner child in addition to your secure sense of self.

It is difficult to deal with strong feelings of anger, guilt sadness, grief, fear, or worry on your own. At the same time, it can be extremely difficult to let others around you know when you need help. You may have even been told that you just need to "tough it out", and "deal with it" all on your own. I'm here to say that you don't have to. Managing difficult emotions is easier said than done when going through stressful situations such as losing a loved one, ending a relationship, or dealing with financial stress. I am here if you are ready to make positive changes in your life, and are tired of doing it alone.

When forming this practice, I was reminded of being a child playing outside. Can you recall playing tag at recess? It seemed inevitable that at some point, someone would get so close to being tagged and yell, "I'm on T." What a fleeting gift of childhood - to just call 'time' when the pressure got too high. I have spent 8 years working with children, teens, and adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, social skills/relationship difficulties, ADHD, OCD, and more. If you feel that there is something blocking you from experiencing a life you can enjoy, therapy might be right for you.

Sometimes, we have a problem that needs an outside perspective that allows ourselves to resolve it and move forward. Sometimes, we just need confirmation that what we are thinking is real and justified. Whether it is anxiety, depression, relationship issues, suicidality, or changes in life you are dealing with (like empty nesting, retirement, moving from home, elderly care) are all things we need help to transition into. I can help you navigate them collaboratively, and with your narrative in place.

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Personal and Professional Profile My name is Dumbe Emmanuel Elessa. I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in the State of Washington. I have more than three decades of clinical and leadership work experience in Community Behavioral Health. I also have extensive clinical and supervisory experience in Adult and Geriatric Mental Health as well as in Ethnic Minority issues. I was born in tropical Cameroon. I obtained the Master of Social Work Degree from the University of Washington Graduate School of Social Work in June, 1986.

Relationships are so beautifully complex. The relationship that was created has the power to be your source of joy or your most painful place in life. Unfortunately, many couples decide to stay in their discomfort as opposed to seeking out help and potentially transforming their lives together. If your relationship hit a roadblock, if you feel hopeless for the future, or if you are seeking greater fulfillment in your relationship, I would love to help you.

" Believe you can and you're half way there"--Theodore Roosevelt

You don’t have to be alone. Today, your journey to healing begins. I aim to know my client. This allows me to undertand their issues, their needs and their goals. Growing up with disability provided an opportunity for me to rise above discrimination, bullying, racism, oppression, marginalization, anxiety, depression, and face life’s unending challenges. I am fluent and can provide therapy in three languages fluently, English, Ilokano, Tagalog. I am trained in Eastern and Western approaches. I use evidenced based treatment interventions including but not limited to EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness Approach.