Therapists in Anacortes, WA

Many of us seek therapy at different periods of our lives with different reasons such as couple and family conflicts, losing loved ones, life transition issues, addiction, sadness, anxiety, depression. We sometimes may not figure out what we are going through. Unknowns and uncertainties may increase in our lives and become unmanageable, or we are unable to fulfill our search for meaning. Therapy helps us cope with difficult and painful emotions, figure out what we are going through, and name it. Carl Rogers defines growth as any kind of movement toward “self-esteem, flexibility, or respect and compassion for self and others."

My approaches are client centered, solution focused and strength based. I utilize processes that are interactive, collaborative and holistic. I honor each clients unique healing journey and guide them through self-compassion and self-care.

I enjoy and am qualified to help individuals, couples, or families navigate life's challenges, whether personal, with a partner, family, or peers. You will find that I am respectful, personable, open, knowledgeable, and humorous in my sessions. All faiths, or lack thereof, are welcome. I am experienced with grief, loss, trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety, suicidal thoughts, bipolar, schizophrenia, autism, ODD, and OCD. My therapeutic approach involves collaborating with clients to identify and enlist their strengths or resources to improve their quality of life.

Execs, managers, busy professionals struggling with Stress. Anxiety, Burnout, unhappy with your life and or feeling stuck in your relationships or career. High demands taking their toll? You’re used to being at the top of your game in your career, but confronted by these challenges you never anticipated. If you are a professional of color, international or recent immigrant you face additional challenges of bias, prejudice and microaggressions in the workplace. Reclaim your happiness, energy and empowerment? Be your best self in your personal & professional life.

As an LMFTA working with couples and families, I strive to create a safe and non-judgmental space where individuals can explore their thoughts, feelings, and concerns. I prioritize understanding the unique dynamics and needs of each relationship, and work collaboratively with my clients to identify and address the root causes of any issues or conflicts. My goal is to empower my clients to build stronger and healthier relationships, and to develop the communication and problem-solving skills necessary to maintain these relationships over time.

Are you feeling stuck? What's getting in the way of living a satisfying life, one with heart and meaning? You may be coming to therapy because of a new development or something very old, you may not even know what it is. You may also be adding to your burden by judging your self unfairly. But there is hope, therapy can usher in exciting transformation. When we can embrace the gifts that come with challenges, old fears lose their power. I deeply enjoy helping clients explore/work through difficulties with the purpose of breaking old patterns and intentionally creating a new path forward. Healing and growth is possible for you too.

No issue is too small or too large to benefit from therapy. In addition to alleviating the symptoms of emotional pain and stress, one of the greatest benefits of therapy is personal and emotional growth. I specialize in creating a space for my clients to share their stories, identify dependable strengths, clarify values, and establish healthy ways of coping with struggles in life. My areas of expertise are in addressing critical life events, anxiety and ADHD.

Accepting Couples and Individuals at this time - Are you struggling with boundaries, expectations that are self-imposed, exhaustion and feeling "not enough"? If you are having difficulty navigating your relationships, parenting, life transitions - there is a way for you to orient back to yourself so you can make decisions from a place of clarity and find more connection and meaning in your life. Whether you're trying to connect better within or with others - It’s hard to remember who you are in when you are burning from both ends of the candle. Contact me to further your connection with your body, with others & relationships.

Hello! I'm Nebiyu, a passionate counselor committed to fostering well-being & growth in individuals.With a diverse background, I've had the privilege of working with both adolescents & adults, providing support tailored to their unique needs. My approach to therapy is personalized, acknowledging that everyone is distinct & may require different methods for their journey to well-being. In my practice, I prioritize creating a safe & non-judgmental space where clients can freely express themselves. Building trust is at the core of my approach, allowing individuals to navigate their emotions & experiences with confidence.

I am EMDR certified. We've all experienced ups and downs, of life, as the ocean we navigate through ebbs and flows. We may be in the same ocean of chaos around us, but out boats are all crafted differently. Some surf through waves in their expensive, privileged Yachts, and some of us are barely keeping afloat in our tattered paddle boats. No matter your type of boat, we all get tossed into the water from time to time. Don't let the waves flood you. Learn to keep your head above the waves, and eventually build up ability to surf over those rough waves with confidence.

A lot of people come for therapy because they are not feeling good. This might be from a trauma or a difficult life changing event, or they haven’t been feeling good or something isn’t right in that moment. Therapy can be an eye opening to these aspects and a place to address what concerns you to improve your life. There are always two sides for life. You could be wonderful enjoying your life and it still could be struggling. It’s okay not to be okay. Sometimes all we need is someone to really understand what’s going on and listen to us.

We are a collective of comprehensively trained, client-centered, and value-focused therapists who have a sincere interest in helping people improve connection to themselves, their sexuality, and their relationships with others. Our values reflect who we are as individuals and as a collective, where inclusivity is paramount, diversity is celebrated, and our work considers the needs of those we serve.

Yasmin is a compassionate and skilled social worker with 10 years of experience in the field. She specializes in working with individuals who are struggling with a range of mental health issues, including PTSD, anxiety, depression, grief, body image problems, relationship problems, and life changes. Yasmin holds a master's degree in social work from the University of Washington and is a licensed Washington state social worker.