Therapists in Castle Rock, WA

I believe in the transformative power of expressing who you are and how you truly feel. My intention is to create a warm, relaxed, judgment-free space that gives you the freedom to just be yourself and feel your feelings. My style as a therapist is open-minded, collaborative, and flexible. I prioritize getting to know you and what’s important to you in order to build a secure foundation for our work together. Within the safety of the therapeutic relationship we will work together to make sense of your experiences and build confidence to move forward in your life the way you want to.

My practice specializes in gender identity development and sexual orientation. I primarily work with adolescents and young adults (as well as adults beginning to question their identity). Therapy focuses on anxiety management, gender dysphoria, coming out, improving self-esteem, connection to community, relationship skills, and the process of transitioning (if desired). Whether someone is exploring new feelings or has identified as LGBTQ+ for years, the challenges they face may bring up feelings of anxiety, stress, confusion, and even anger. Working with an experienced therapist trained in gender and sexual minority issues can help.

Hello and thank you for reading! I am accepting new clients of all ages who are seeking virtual therapy anywhere in the state of Washington. I often work with queer and trans clients and those struggling with complex trauma. I am experienced in working with neurodivergent clients, teens and young adults, polyamorous clients, and formerly incarcerated folks.

Do you feel like you have to hide parts of yourself or wish parts would go away? Do you struggle to show up as your authentic self? Are you feeling resentful, lonely, and struggling to connect with loved ones? Are you feeling stuck and overwhelmed? Are your relationships nurturing or have life circumstances left those connections feeling stagnant? I have a direct and compassionate approach working with you so the therapeutic plan will reflect you as a whole person. Our holistic treatment plan will include honoring the client’s racial, gender, sexual, and spiritual identities.

Accepting new clients! My practice as a social worker and therapist is grounded in the belief that the most effective treatment, and transformative healing, takes place within relationships- in the therapy room, and in our communities. Nurturing a therapeutic alliance rooted in connection, safety, and radical acceptance is central to my approach. As a saathi (companion, ally) on your healing journey, I am here to offer care and support as you process and integrate your experiences, navigate current challenges, and develop your innate strengths along with new skills.

I work with individuals ages 18 and over. I have a particular passion for working with people living with religious trauma, confusion about their religious conditioning or emerging from cults or cult-like religious structures. I also focus on providing care for the LGBTQ+ community and I am a non-binary member of the community myself. Additionally, I work with people navigating depression, self-esteem issues, anxiety, and trauma. I also offer gender-affirming care, help for those questioning their gender, and people at any stage of transition.

As an experienced therapist and coach, I specialize in helping trauma survivors break free from the grip of their past and reclaim their lives. I know that no matter what you've been through, you have the power to change your thoughts, beliefs, and ultimately, your life. In my sessions, I utilize a combination of visualizations, inner conversations, and revision techniques to help you uncover the limiting beliefs and emotional blocks that are keeping you stuck in undesired circumstances. If you're ready to create real transformation in your life, I'm here to support you every step of the way.

I work with youth, age 13+, and adults across the lifespan. I'm passionate about LGBTQIA+ and gender affirming mental health therapy, I support folks in navigating and exploring relationship to self and others (sex and body positive, ethical non-monogamy and poly affirming), anxiety, depression, trauma, family of origin, disability, chronic-illness, grief, substance use, life transitions and challenges. I have an intersectional, anti-oppressive approach to therapy— highlighting how our relationship to ourselves, community, environment, and historical legacies impact and affect each other.

Hi there, thank you for checking out my page! I am a couples and sex therapist that enjoys working with a number issues couples experience, commonly including communication difficulties, how to talk about and understand boundaries, and sexual exploration. If you and your partner (or partners - I work with non traditional relationship structure too!) are struggling to share and hear one another in your needs or heal from past hurts I would be honored to guide you through the process. Together, we will explore how unmet needs have become relational issues and rewrite your story to one of emotional understanding, compassion, and love.

For the last 8 years, I have worked with trans, nonbinary, and gender-questioning adolescents, adults, and their families. I work with folks who are seeking support around gender feelings, gender dysphoria, gender-related trauma, navigating the many aspects of social and medical transition, or are simply wanting mental health support (for anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, etc.) without the added stress of explaining or educating on trans and nonbinary-ness.

No one is broken. What does it mean to be you? What are your heart’s secret longings? What are the heavy parts you carry in your body and the hopes that you have yet to speak aloud? Healing is not linear. Let us explore the winding path that is you: in the memories of your past, in your experience of the present, and in the possibilities of the future. I am a transgender-identified therapist who specializes in work with LGBTQ+ people and their loved ones. In addition, I work with trauma survivors, people who have experienced othering, and people in life transitions.

I love working with LGBT+ clients and discussing any issues related to sexuality and gender. I am well-equipped in working with clients facing anxiety, depression, and/or emotion regulation issues. I enjoy working with adolescents and adult clients. I feel passionate about walking alongside folks through life transitions and hardships.

Welcome to counseling; to be helpful lets regain access to inner wisdom for self advocacy through review of your strength base building practices by use of expressive arts therapy (life has been your stage), explore dreams (Adlerian therapies), explore play& traumas to connect with your inner child/teen or find your inner parent, track sensations with the mind, body and spirit for grounding purposes in our sessions. Welcome and thank you for adding me to your search!

When the fullness of ourselves and our histories are held with care without pathologizing or othering, we can tap into all the possibilities of the people we want to become and the communities we want to build. We can always surprise ourselves in the ways we can grow and I hope to support you in being curious about what this can look like for you. Whether you are trying to figure out your support needs (and how to get them met!); wanting to define your values (and how to live by them!); or wondering what’s next in your life after feeling stuck— I want to help.

I believe every person is creative, worthy, and capable if given the right support and care. My clients are often queer or trans, many identify as disabled or chronically ill, and most of them have experienced trauma throughout their lives. Many of my clients also identify as neurodivergent and want to understand how to work with their brains more effectively without judgment. Most of my clients have been taught that their body-minds are inconvenient, shameful, or difficult.

Let’s face it: it’s hard to be a human in these times! Creating a brave and supportive space where you can explore your authentic self and access your own inherent wisdom is at the heart of my practice. As a queer & nonbinary therapist, I’m particularly passionate about fostering healing within LGBTQ+, non-monogamous, and kink communities, because I know how important it is to work with someone who understands and affirms your identities and lifestyle. Whatever challenges you are facing, together we can learn how to hold space for it all: the trauma, joy, pain, beauty, grief, strength, uncertainty, and everything in between.

As a queer, neurodivergent counselor, I believe that an individual's identity is integral to the therapy process. I understand that each person has a unique perspective, shaped by their experiences and intersecting identities. My goal is to empower emerging adults by collaborating to share knowledge, reframe negative internalizations, and foster self-congruence. My theoretical orientation is primarily trauma-informed and person-centered, influenced by feminist and civil rights leaders. My approach is integrative, holistic, and process-focused, in service of identifying pragmatic, achievable solutions.

I particularly enjoy working with neurodivergent teens and adults, creative types, individuals dealing with high-stress jobs who are wanting to prioritize their mental health, those looking for a space to process the stressors of navigating daily life, and those struggling with their relationship to food, their body, and movement. I'm strongly influenced by the importance of play and enjoy working with folks to add more play to their lives. I have additional training in EMDR therapy and am a Certified Body Trust provider through the Center for Body Trust.

At my core, I am a relational therapist and do my best work with couples, non-monogamous romantic partnerships, and families of all forms, including co-parents who are no longer in romantic partnerships. I believe that systemic therapy is a way to create meaningful change and get unstuck from the patterns that no longer serve us.