Sarah Swenson
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified by Psychology Today
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
- Pay by American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Mastercard, Paypal, Visa
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Sarah Swenson
Counselor,
MA,
LMHC
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Washington / LH.60502682
- In Practice for 12 Years
- Certificate from American Mensa International High IQ Society / 1990
- Certificate from American Psychological Association 2008
- Attended Seattle University, Graduated 2011
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email
Sarah Swenson
Counselor,
MA,
LMHC
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Autism
- Relationship Issues
- Anxiety
Expertise
- Asperger's Syndrome
- High Intelligence Individuals
- Life Coaching
- Neurodiverse Couples (Autistic + Neurotypical)
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Sarah Swenson
Counselor,
MA,
LMHC
3 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Adults
,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
,
Couples
Communities
Non-Binary Allied
,
Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
,
Queer Allied
,
Transgender Allied
I also speak
French
,
German
,
Italian
Age
Adults
,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
,
Couples
Communities
Non-Binary Allied
,
Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
,
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
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email
Sarah Swenson
Counselor,
MA,
LMHC
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Sarah Swenson
Counselor,
MA,
LMHC
Last Modified: 1 Sep 2023