Suicidal Ideation Therapists in Admiral, Seattle, WA

Seeking out counseling is a courageous act of support that you give yourself and is a challenging and rewarding process that is full of support and deep exploration. I am excited to talk with you about what you are experiencing and how to move forward through the challenges you are facing today.

I specialize in working clinically with adolescents and their families as they navigate difficult and overwhelming experiences, relationships, or transitions. I also enjoy working with individual adults and couples who need a safe and honest place to reimagine what life can be. While our work can include clinical assessment and specific treatment goals, you are likely interested in therapy for more personal reasons. Perhaps your life has become dominated by loneliness, confusion, broken relationships, unmanageable anger or deep sadness. Perhaps you feel completely stuck. Your priorities and needs will guide our work together.

Immediate availability! Burnout and overwhelm: these are normal feelings given all that’s going on in our world. It’s hard to focus or not worry when we’re confronted by on-going extreme weather events, a repeat of the (depressing) 2020 presidential election, & the absence of a humane response to what's going on in the Middle East. Even though you may try to avoid the headlines, they nevertheless seem to seep into your consciousness and impact your mood and outlook with respect to your career, relationships, and the future. You can find a safe space to experience your feelings and to breathe despite what’s around you.

I will actively use my training and experience to help you meet your needs & goals. Successful treatment is a direct result of mutual efforts, honesty, respect, and collaboration. Life is full of transitions. Many transitions require skill to navigate. Some happen easily and others require thought, planning and occasionally outside help. I regularly help people manage depression, anxiety, life & work transitions, relationship problems, the processing of and recovery from trauma, and developmental issues throughout the lifespan.

Are you looking for support around making changes in your life or gaining some personal insight? Or are you interested in improving your general sense of wellbeing? Maybe you have run in to barriers to acheiving goals in some area of your life such as your health, or relationships? Or perhaps you just feel stuck. If so, I can help. We all experience struggle at times. Entering therapy can be the first step in a process of gaining better understanding of yourself and the thoughts, beliefs, and behaviors that may be preventing you from living the life that you want to live.

I currently hold a Washington State Associate License in Mental Health Counseling after receiving my Master’s in Counseling from Central Washington University. Prior to this I received a Bachelor’s in Psychology from Western Washington University. My primary work in therapy has been with children and teens, though I have also spent a great deal of time working with adults of all ages in individual and couples counseling. My main areas of focus include adjustment issues/life transitions, mood and anxiety disorders, behavioral issues, attachment issues, family issues, identity issues, family trauma, parenting, and mindfulness.

I with individuals, couples/polycules, and families, and have experience treating a wide spectrum of issues, such as depression, anxiety, substance use/abuse, sexual health concerns, and trauma. I specialize in providing evidence-based treatments- meaning the modalities I use have been shown by research to be effective. Some of those modalities include DBT, CBT, Emotion-Focused Therapy, and Gottman Couples Therapy. I offer "Gold-Standard" DBT, including individual therapy, DBT skills group, and between-session phone coaching.

I believe that we are relational beings, and that health can be cultivated in intentional, honest, and reciprocal relationships that respect and reveal our inherent dignity. Because relationships with others and ourselves hold great promise and power, they can also be the focus of most of our pain as we move through life. The therapeutic relationship we build together acts as a staging ground and microcosm to help you renew the relationships you have with yourself and others in life.

Our emotional worlds are always speaking, yet we don't always understand its language. As therapist my goal is to bring a sensitive mind to the important work of listening with you to your honest experience, for the truths that want to be heard and have much to give. We will work towards easing your most difficult symptoms while, over time, bringing curiosity as to what goes on for you at a deeper level than perhaps you knew how to think about. I aim to support you in developing a better relationship to the painful places in you, and a deeper friendship with yourself that feels liberating, empowering, and enlivening.

Have you been searching for a therapist but haven't been able to find one with whom you feel a strong connection? Have you been feeling like your life lacks meaning or direction? Are you being overwhelmed by feelings of sadness, irritability, emptiness or negativity? Are you wondering who that person is staring back at you in the mirror every day? Finding a therapist can be a challenging task. You want to find someone with whom you feel safe and can trust.

I specialize in working with anxiety, OCD, trauma & neurodivergent individuals. I enjoy working with teens (14+), parents, adults, and individuals working through life transitions (parenting, career changes, etc), identity development, and all the things involved with…life. I'm all about connecting with my clients through curiosity, compassion, and a dash of humor. I have witnessed genuine change come when we're free to speak our truth and it's met with warmth and authenticity. It's a collaborative journey where together we can work on discovering new meaningful experiences & relationships. You deserve this, I hope to connect soon!

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the community of West Seattle. It is my honor and calling to help clients in their teens & twenties reach their full potential and recognize their unique strengths. I believe that while people are doing their best, with my help they can experience greater joy as we work together to relieve suffering. With the right therapeutic interventions, it is possible to flourish and create a life worth living. It is my passion to work with adolescents dealing with trauma, anxiety, depression, self-harm, suicidality, chronic illness and self-esteem. I also work with athletes of all ages.

I work with clients who are dealing with depression, anxiety, grief and loss, challenges with self-worth and unhelpful thinking, trauma, PTSD, relationships and feeling stuck. I help clients realize their innate wisdom, achieve their goals - whatever they may be, and find new ways of being in a world that is constantly full of challenges. I also work with parents who are struggling with their roles as parents, dealing with guilt and shame that oftentimes comes with parenting and help to find positive solutions with childrearing.

Do you feel broken? Do you struggle to feel connected and present in relationships? Are you often stuck in numbness or struggle with intense emotions and don't know how to cope? You long to decrease the daily distress you experience and I can help you get there. I help people move from surviving to thriving. I am successful at what I do and I can help you become more empowered to improve your mental health and your relationships.

Hi! I love listening to people and hearing their stories! I am genuinely curious about people’s lives and enjoy helping people find their strengths. I enjoy working with LGBTQ+ and BIPOC folx and allies for ADHD, Autism, anxiety, PTSD, trauma, self-esteem, self-exploration, toxic relationships, and talking about relationships. I am an ADHDer and domestic violence survivor. I also love running therapy groups! Groups give people the opportunity to meet new people and build connections. Studies show group counseling is equally as effective as individual counseling! Follow me on TikTok, IG, & YouTube at katemageau.therapist

The decision to pursue therapy is a difficult one and I congratulate you on beginning your search to find the therapist that is right for you. My approach to therapy is based on the belief that each person has an innate ability to achieve healing and personal growth. I believe each existence is unique, and because of our experiences, the impact of society, and the ways in which our environments contribute to shaping who we are, we all walk through the world differently. By creating a safe space where you can be yourself, I will meet you where you are.

My desire is to create a safe place for adolescents and young adults to express themselves and work through the challenges of life. Growing up brings many natural transitions that can be challenging at times. With additional life stressors, life can feel overwhelming. Problems at school, low self-esteem, family conflict, past traumas, loss/grief, and other issues can create strong feelings that get in the way of normal functioning. I believe every person has a story of resilience and my role is to help integrate past experiences, cope with present hardships and create hope for the future.

I will work with you to attend to your mind, body, & spirit. It is common for people who have experienced significant life changes, challenging relationship dynamics, or trauma to feel a sense of disconnection from their inner self, their bodies, & their relationships. It often feels as if the weight of your experiences are blocking you from fully engaging in your present life. I specialize in helping you heal these barriers to growth & building unity within yourself & your relationships. My approach is grounded in anti-oppression, queer, feminist, & consent theories and is poly, kink, sex-worker, & gender-identity affirming.

I believe that having a compassionate and non-judgmental person to talk to can feel like a breath of fresh air. If you are feeling ready to begin exploring your thoughts, feelings, behaviors and experiences in order to gain insight and find solutions, I would be honored to help.