Sex Therapy in Central District, Seattle, WA

Those who come to therapy are often ready for something to change. I like to work with people their stuck points, frustrations, feelings and all things relationship. Whether you are partnered, dating, or learning more about your relationship with yourself, I am here to provide support and guidance.

Have you found yourself, and your partner(s), wanting some extra support? Needing to reflect on and better understand your relationships, with both yourself and the people in your life? I provide a safe place for you, and your partner(s), to talk through life's problems. I offer the support, understanding, and objectivity that most friends and family cannot. Some words clients have used to describe their experience, our work together, and my approach include: relatable, honest with humor, collaborative, supportive, and conversational.

I specialize in therapy for relationships and am a trained sex therapist. I offer therapy in person in Seward Park, and online via telehealth. My priority is creating a safe, space for my clients to share what is present for them and supporting their connection, intimacy, acceptance, growth, and healing process. We will work together to create the therapy sessions that you need. I work with all gender, sexual, romantic and relationship identities. I am sex positive and HAES-aligned.

I support individuals in addressing and overcoming sexual blocks, relationship issues, life transitions, sexuality and identity issues; self-esteem & confidence; remove creative blocks; resolving interpersonal conflicts; grief & loss from relationships; increase pleasure in your life; become more embodied & mindful. - I am solution-focused and specialize in coaching individuals in making positive lifestyle changes that will sustain you and enrich your life! You deserve to live and love shame free and in joy. Until we meet, have a listen to the SXY Radiance Podcast on Spotify, Apple and our site (see site link). SXY Radiant wishes!

I am a collaborative, directive, and supportive therapist, who can help you find new ways of thinking about life problems in a supportive and safe environment. My goal is to build trust and collaborate with you if you are dealing with problems related to anxiety, depression, relational issues, and other life challenges and transitions.

As an individual, couples, and sex therapist, my passion lies in helping people to confront and tackle the challenges which deeply impact their personal and relational lives and leave them feeling stuck. Whether you are struggling to cope with anxiety, grief, or depression, navigating conflict or resentment in your relationship, or facing concerns about your sexual health or identity, I strive to create a non-judgmental and supportive space where clients can explore their thoughts, emotions, and experiences without fear of rejection.

We specialize in couples/relationships, communication issues, sex therapy, and grief and loss, as well as anxiety and sex therapy for individuals. Finding a therapist you feel comfortable with is an important part of the process, and we look forward to meeting with you. We see individuals and couples in person in Downtown Seattle and anywhere in Washington State via a secure Telehealth platform. Sessions are $150 with sliding scale openings available based on financial need and subject to availability.

I work with couples and individuals who wish to address emotional, relational, and identity conflict. This involves tailoring my treatment approach to the unique needs of each client. In my couple and family work, I aim to nurture clients' skills related to intimacy, shared understanding, communication, and connectedness, while respecting each partner's need for independent growth. I believe in the healing power of human connection, and that this bond can be a path to fulfillment and meaning in everyday life. My work with individuals addresses issues related to anxiety, depression, self-esteem, grief, sexuality, dating, and career.

Are you overwhelmed by life’s struggles, trauma, relationship or attachment issues? Maybe you have been wondering about autism or ADHD as a potential diagnosis? Do you have questions about gender or sexuality, and a general need to examine where you exist within an increasingly challenging society and how you are impacted by it? These are the issues that I enjoy navigating with my clients as we find a new, unmasked, comfortable way of living freely. If you are hurting and do not know where to start I can help. If you feel that you are at the end, we can find a new beginning.

The past is just a story we tell ourselves. Through early formative experiences, we mold core beliefs about belonging, worth, and lovability. Therapy is a place to untangle the narratives we have internalized (perhaps unconsciously) and impact our ability to show up in the world authentically and connect with others deeply. Understanding our past can help us bring compassion and awareness to the present moment. Let us bravely explore the complexity and messiness of the human experience - embracing all that you are.

I am a Gottman Certified (Level 1 & 2) Therapist. I believe that change happens when people are provided with a safe place to better understand their problems and learn how to best move forward. I aim to create a space with openness, curiosity, and thoughtfulness. I see the therapy process as collaborative, I am the professional and my clients are the experts of their lives. I enjoy working with couples, and adults struggling with anxiety, relationship issues, depression, grief, queer-related problems, and life-transitions. I am sex-positive, queer-affirming and trans-affirming, and kink and polyam affirming.

Hello! I’m a queer therapist specializing in LGBTQ+ mental health, with a focus in anxiety and relationships. I aim to develop a space that feels supportive and safe as we collaboratively examine client concerns, explore solutions, and celebrate growth. My work is rooted in evidence-based practices including cognitive processing and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT); I work with clients to consider patterns in their thoughts and behaviors, make changes, create meaning, and live more fulfilling lives. I am kink- and polyamory affirming. I always tailor my approach to the needs of each individual client.

I’m a Couples Therapist and Individual Therapist as well as the Co-founder at Wellness Collective Therapy Group in Seattle, Washington: www.wellnesscollectivenw.com. I specialize in treating relationship issues around communication, sex and intimacy and conflict resolution. My clients are often looking for help with emotional disconnection, job stress, self worth issues, depression and anxiety. I help clients change their emotional responses and develop tools for managing stressors and increasing joy, contentment and peace in their lives.

I am a warm and engaged therapist and bring a deep curiosity and playfulness as well as deep listening and feeling to our process. I have over 30 years of training and experience in the field of clinical and depth psychology. Whether you are an individual or couple, struggling with communication issues or reevaluating your relationship needs and history, I bring an engaged and informed perspective to our work together. I am extensively trained in early attachment, relational trauma, sexuality and intimacy and bring a compassionate collaborative presence to the therapeutic process.

UPDATE: I have room for 2-3 new clients that can pay out of pocket (I hate writing this, but it's the reality for therapists in the world of managed care).However, I am also diversifying my career and and am open to many clients as a trauma writing mentor/editor and more. Writing through healing is at least of equal value to psychotherapy. If you are interested in these services, visit me at www.elihastings.com) - I would be so delighted to work in tandem with other therapists, so please do consider if your clients might benefit!

Being human is challenging. Am I enough? Too much? Feelings of anxiety and inadequacy can interfere with one’s ability to connect with the self and others. Personal growth requires integration of the mind, body, and soul. Understanding past wounds, exploring difficult emotions and identifying behavioral patterns are steps to creating more fulfilling relationships and providing relief from pain and hurt in one’s life. With empathy, acceptance, and openness, I aim to be a guide along your path toward self-discovery, authenticity, and belonging. *I am an LGBTQIA+ Kink/Poly Ally, I believe in social justice and racial equity.

*Currently accepting new clients* I believe that our lives are constructed through stories, and the messages we take from these stories might be helpful or hurtful. I will work with you collaboratively to identify, clarify, and create the change you are looking for in your life and relationships. My goal is to create a space that is warm, welcoming, and accepting. I work with people who wish to clarify and express their emotions, deepen intimacy in relationships, and shift their connection to people in their lives. Whether you are building a relationship, working through hurt, or deciding to part ways, I am here to support you.

I come to this work with a background in social work and public health, and am passionate about creating a space where my clients feel seen, heard, and validated. I have had experience both as a client and as a therapist with DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy), and this informs the work that I do. As someone with a background both personally and professionally shaped by trauma, I am dedicated to practicing therapy in a strengths-based and trauma-informed manner. I bring my queer and neurodivergent identities to this work and feel at home working with queer clients and non-monogamous relationships.

With over 50 years experience, I have successfully dealt with many treatment issues. The basic ingredient in any therapy is the quality of the relationship. I am an actively involved therapist, usually seeking an in-depth resolution of problem issues. Emotional freedom results from an understanding, respect, and acceptance of our individuality.