
Sarah Swenson
Counselor, MA, LMHC
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3 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98109
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| Deutsch | Italiano Have you struggled to help your counselor understand the true nature of your relationship because you believe one of you may be autistic? Most well-intended couple counseling techniques are ineffective with couples like you because they are insight-based and emotion-focused, both of which are challenges for someone who is autistic. I can offer insight into what it means to be autistic and what it means to be neurotypical, so that you can see where growth and change might be possible. Together, we can identify communication strategies that will be more effective and goals that make sense to both of you. You are not alone.
It is important to remember that we are talking about differences, and not mental illness or character defects. Identifying, understanding, and accommodating these differences are essential for growth. My second area of expertise is working with high intelligence (I am a member of Mensa). Often in my practice, autism and high intelligence come together.
I can offer you support and guidance online through a secure video platform designed for telemedicine. We can work from two or three separate locations. Please contact me by email. I am unable to return phone calls.
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $250
- Couple Sessions $300
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Sarah Swenson
Counselor, MA, LMHC
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Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Washington / LH.60502682 Sarah Swenson
- In Practice for 14 years
- Attended Seattle University, Graduated 2011
- Licensed by State of Washington / LH.60502682
- Certificate from American Mensa International High IQ Society / 1990
- Certificate from American Psychological Association 2008
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Autism
- Relationship Issues
- Anxiety
Expertise
- Asperger's Syndrome
- High Intelligence Individuals
- Life Coaching
- Neurodiverse Couples (Autistic + Neurotypical)
- Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
3 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Communities
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Transgender Allied
I also speak
French ,
German ,
Italian
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Communities
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Transgender Allied
I also speak
French ,
German ,
Italian
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- CBT and Psychodynamic Approach
- Coaching
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Existential
- Narrative
- Psychodynamic
- Strengths-based Orientation
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Sarah Swenson
Counselor, MA, LMHC