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Tessa Heywood

Counselor, MA, LMHC (she, her)

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Currently unable to accept new clients
Seattle, WA 98107
You’re insightful and self-aware, yet still caught in emotional or relational patterns that don’t make sense. You may struggle with anxiety, people-pleasing, self-doubt, or feeling disconnected in relationships. You want more than coping skills; you want to understand why you react the way you do and finally feel secure, confident, and grounded in who you are. My work focuses on helping you understand how your past experiences shaped the patterns you’re living out today, and how to shift them. Together, we’ll slow things down and make sense of the stories you’ve carried about who you are and what you deserve.
I believe meaningful therapy starts with a strong, genuine relationship. You deserve a space where you feel deeply understood, not analyzed, not judged, not rushed. In that safety, we can explore recurring themes in your life, process the emotions underneath them, and develop practical tools that create lasting change.
You don’t have to keep repeating patterns that no longer serve you. If you’re ready for deeper connection, greater self-trust, and a more authentic way of moving through the world, I’d love to see if we’re a good fit.
Tessa Heywood now for a free 15 minute consultation

My Practice at a Glance

Currently unable to accept new clients

Seattle, WA 98107

My website
I specialize in Life Transitions, Relationship Issues and Trauma and PTSD 
I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Connect with Tessa Heywood
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My Practice at a Glance

Currently unable to accept new clients

Seattle, WA 98107

My website
I specialize in Life Transitions, Relationship Issues and Trauma and PTSD 
I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Kaiser (Out-of-Network)
  • LifeWise
  • Premera Blue Cross
  • Regence
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • Out of Network
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Reduced rate/sliding scale options are offered on a limited basis. Please reach out to discuss if this option is currently available.
Photo of Tessa Heywood, Counselor, MA, LMHC
Tessa Heywood
Counselor, MA, LMHC
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
Reduced rate/sliding scale options are offered on a limited basis. Please reach out to discuss if this option is currently available.
Photo of Tessa Heywood, Counselor, MA, LMHC
Tessa Heywood
Counselor, MA, LMHC
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Expired Licensed by State of Washington / LH61456977 Tessa Jones
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • Attended City University of Seattle, Masters of Arts in Mental Health Counseling , Graduated 2021
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Tessa Heywood
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience.
Photo of Tessa Heywood, Counselor, MA, LMHC
Tessa Heywood
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience.

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Life Transitions
  • Relationship Issues
  • Trauma and PTSD

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Body Image
  • Codependency
  • Depression
  • Family Conflict
  • Peer Relationships
  • Self Esteem
  • Sex-Positive & Kink Friendly
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Stress
  • Women's Issues
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Tessa Heywood
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Do these issues align with your needs?
Photo of Tessa Heywood, Counselor, MA, LMHC
Tessa Heywood
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Do these issues align with your needs?

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • EMDR
  • Parts Work
  • Relational
  • Trauma Focused
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Tessa Heywood
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like.
Photo of Tessa Heywood, Counselor, MA, LMHC
Tessa Heywood
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like.

Location

Primary Location

Seattle, WA 98107

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Tessa Heywood
Counselor, MA, LMHC
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Tessa Heywood
Counselor, MA, LMHC