Therapists in Seattle, WA
Muzi Chen
Counselor, LMHCA
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98105
We can work together on: Trauma; Grief and loss; Multicultural issues; Anxiety/Depression; Relationship issues; Life transitions; Social stress. I am here to support you and invite you to this safe space where you are free to explore yourself without judgment. The foundation of my client-centered approach is founded on the idea that you are the expert on your own life, experiences, and emotions. In our sessions, I provide a compassionate and empathetic environment where you can feel safe and understood. We work collaboratively, focusing on your unique needs, goals, and values.
We can work together on: Trauma; Grief and loss; Multicultural issues; Anxiety/Depression; Relationship issues; Life transitions; Social stress. I am here to support you and invite you to this safe space where you are free to explore yourself without judgment. The foundation of my client-centered approach is founded on the idea that you are the expert on your own life, experiences, and emotions. In our sessions, I provide a compassionate and empathetic environment where you can feel safe and understood. We work collaboratively, focusing on your unique needs, goals, and values.
Darby Robertson | Deep Roots Counseling
Mental Health Counselor Associate, MA, LMHCA, MHP, SUDPT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98107 (Online Only)
Whether you're hoping to process past events, address specific patterns of behavior, or figure out how to navigate an uncharacteristically difficult time—I'm glad you're here. I offer a warm, supportive environment for clients to explore the parts of themselves and their experiences that feel challenging, shameful, or unknown. Using an attachment-based approach, my goal is to assist you in better understanding yourself, the people around you, and how your relationships and life experiences have shaped who you are. In our work together, we will pursue deeper insight, growth, connection, and healing.
Whether you're hoping to process past events, address specific patterns of behavior, or figure out how to navigate an uncharacteristically difficult time—I'm glad you're here. I offer a warm, supportive environment for clients to explore the parts of themselves and their experiences that feel challenging, shameful, or unknown. Using an attachment-based approach, my goal is to assist you in better understanding yourself, the people around you, and how your relationships and life experiences have shaped who you are. In our work together, we will pursue deeper insight, growth, connection, and healing.
Naoko Nakano Brown
Counselor, PhD, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98105
Not accepting new clients
Wanting to make a change and move forward, but feeling stuck? It is often difficult to get a good grasp of your experience when you have a lot on your mind. Sometimes it gets in your way of a wish to change. It can be challenging to be kind and gentle to yourself as well as to your feelings at a time. These experiences often make one feels stuck. I believe, increasing awareness and understanding of experience(s) will help you to gain alternative perspectives that would help you to no longer feel stuck and/or afraid.
Wanting to make a change and move forward, but feeling stuck? It is often difficult to get a good grasp of your experience when you have a lot on your mind. Sometimes it gets in your way of a wish to change. It can be challenging to be kind and gentle to yourself as well as to your feelings at a time. These experiences often make one feels stuck. I believe, increasing awareness and understanding of experience(s) will help you to gain alternative perspectives that would help you to no longer feel stuck and/or afraid.
Sarah Ann White Ms Id Lpc
Licensed Professional Counselor, ID LPC, TXLPC-A, WALMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98101
I work with individuals that struggle Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, and other mental illnesses while helping them find their inner peace and balance. My client are free to express themselves without judgement in a safe, empathic, and authentic space.
I work with individuals that struggle Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, and other mental illnesses while helping them find their inner peace and balance. My client are free to express themselves without judgement in a safe, empathic, and authentic space.
Phenomenal Play PLLC
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98103
My name is Em Purington (they/them), the therapist behind Phenomenal Play PLLC. Whatever brings you to therapy, I am honored to hold space for you and explore your world with you. I love working with clients of all ages. Together, we will develop a strengths-based plan based on specific needs, goals, strengths, and abilities. I want my clients to feel empowered and in control of what we work on.
My name is Em Purington (they/them), the therapist behind Phenomenal Play PLLC. Whatever brings you to therapy, I am honored to hold space for you and explore your world with you. I love working with clients of all ages. Together, we will develop a strengths-based plan based on specific needs, goals, strengths, and abilities. I want my clients to feel empowered and in control of what we work on.
Kate Elizabeth Ramstedt
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98109
It can be difficult to admit that life is hard, but all too often the pressures of the modern world cause anxiety spiral to a place where it feels overwhelming and unmanageable. We worry about performance at work only to come home to the same feelings of uncertainty with friends and family. We want to feel close to others but end up spending so much time second-guessing our choices and pushing for perfection that we struggle to really connect. We may want to slow down, but how can we, when the world is moving so fast? Mindfulness-based counseling offers tools that can help us be more aware, focused and effectively compassionate.
It can be difficult to admit that life is hard, but all too often the pressures of the modern world cause anxiety spiral to a place where it feels overwhelming and unmanageable. We worry about performance at work only to come home to the same feelings of uncertainty with friends and family. We want to feel close to others but end up spending so much time second-guessing our choices and pushing for perfection that we struggle to really connect. We may want to slow down, but how can we, when the world is moving so fast? Mindfulness-based counseling offers tools that can help us be more aware, focused and effectively compassionate.
Matthew Monroe
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98109 (Online Only)
I specialize in helping individuals and couples with ADHD, high-functioning autism, Nice Guy & Nice Gal Syndrome, codependency, addiction, complex post-traumatic stress disorder, and grief. If you feel stuck and want to create new patterns in your life, let's talk. We can schedule a free 15-minute consult video call to chat about what you're looking for in therapy and to see if we'd be a good fit.
I specialize in helping individuals and couples with ADHD, high-functioning autism, Nice Guy & Nice Gal Syndrome, codependency, addiction, complex post-traumatic stress disorder, and grief. If you feel stuck and want to create new patterns in your life, let's talk. We can schedule a free 15-minute consult video call to chat about what you're looking for in therapy and to see if we'd be a good fit.
Tamara Lynn Anderson
Counselor, MEd, LMHC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98102
My practice currently focuses on supporting adults age eighteen and older. Issues may include depression, anxiety, grief and loss, self esteem, identity development, parent support, spiritual questions, or significant life transitions, among others. I work with clients towards greater wholeness, self acceptance, relational satisfaction and overall wellness in their lives.
My practice currently focuses on supporting adults age eighteen and older. Issues may include depression, anxiety, grief and loss, self esteem, identity development, parent support, spiritual questions, or significant life transitions, among others. I work with clients towards greater wholeness, self acceptance, relational satisfaction and overall wellness in their lives.
John Sherrodd
Counselor, MA, LMHC, Coach, Author
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98103
Counseling: I provide Mental Health Counseling for residents of Washington State. Clients are often dealing with anxiety or depression and struggling with relationships. My specialty is working in the area of couples and individual emotionally focused therapy helping people improve relationships and grow their bonds with others.
Counseling: I provide Mental Health Counseling for residents of Washington State. Clients are often dealing with anxiety or depression and struggling with relationships. My specialty is working in the area of couples and individual emotionally focused therapy helping people improve relationships and grow their bonds with others.
Nathan Brown
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98112
I work with adults striving to respond with integrity and effectiveness to many life issues--particularly related to work, career, relationship, and mid-life challenges. My clients include adults dealing with depression, anxiety, performance impairment, stress-related conditions, as well as those choosing to "raise their game." Regardless of their reason for seeking therapy, many of my clients bring important resources rooted in their personal journey of faith or search for meaning. If spiritual aspects of your life are important, I invite you to share that in our work together.
I work with adults striving to respond with integrity and effectiveness to many life issues--particularly related to work, career, relationship, and mid-life challenges. My clients include adults dealing with depression, anxiety, performance impairment, stress-related conditions, as well as those choosing to "raise their game." Regardless of their reason for seeking therapy, many of my clients bring important resources rooted in their personal journey of faith or search for meaning. If spiritual aspects of your life are important, I invite you to share that in our work together.
Kelsey L. Watkins
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98107
"Normal is nothing more than a setting on a dishwasher." -Whoopie Goldberg. Remembering that normal is a myth when it comes to being human helps ease the harsh self criticism that often interferes with exploring our inner worlds with kindness and curiosity. This is the posture I take as I work alongside adults and teens who want to deepen their relationship with themselves and thrive despite circumstances. They may find themselves struggling with relationships, ongoing emotional disturbance, feelings of depression and/or anxiety, trauma (past or present), and difficult life transitions among other concerns.
"Normal is nothing more than a setting on a dishwasher." -Whoopie Goldberg. Remembering that normal is a myth when it comes to being human helps ease the harsh self criticism that often interferes with exploring our inner worlds with kindness and curiosity. This is the posture I take as I work alongside adults and teens who want to deepen their relationship with themselves and thrive despite circumstances. They may find themselves struggling with relationships, ongoing emotional disturbance, feelings of depression and/or anxiety, trauma (past or present), and difficult life transitions among other concerns.
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Marriage & Family Therapist, MFA, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98118
Waitlist for new clients
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!
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!
Alexandria Scalone
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98109
I am a play therapist who specializes in teens and young adults. I empower parents and children of all ages to resolve relationship conflicts, boosting parental confidence in handling children's emotions, while equipping children with vital emotional skills for independent problem-solving, fostering stronger attachment bonds and healthier relationships. Your child may be experiencing anxiety, depression, perfectionist behavior, and stress. Sometimes it's hard to talk about our problems, that's why my therapy sessions are often experiential.
I am a play therapist who specializes in teens and young adults. I empower parents and children of all ages to resolve relationship conflicts, boosting parental confidence in handling children's emotions, while equipping children with vital emotional skills for independent problem-solving, fostering stronger attachment bonds and healthier relationships. Your child may be experiencing anxiety, depression, perfectionist behavior, and stress. Sometimes it's hard to talk about our problems, that's why my therapy sessions are often experiential.
Ryan Larsen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98105
You are absolutely right! - Anxiety sucks and you can live without it. You’re tired of endless worry, or feeling stuck in the past, and feeling powerless to move forward or change. You’d like to feel relaxed, in control, confident, and excited about your life. You’re ready for your life to be different - to feel healed, grounded, and empowered - and you’ve come to the right place!
You are absolutely right! - Anxiety sucks and you can live without it. You’re tired of endless worry, or feeling stuck in the past, and feeling powerless to move forward or change. You’d like to feel relaxed, in control, confident, and excited about your life. You’re ready for your life to be different - to feel healed, grounded, and empowered - and you’ve come to the right place!
Zee Andrignis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, SUDP
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98103 (Online Only)
I work with individuals who are struggling to recover from traumatic situations or have found themselves having a rough time. I am especially interested in working with first responders and LGBTQ+ individuals. If you are trying to feel more comfortable in your everyday life, I'd love to help you find a way to make it happen.
I work with individuals who are struggling to recover from traumatic situations or have found themselves having a rough time. I am especially interested in working with first responders and LGBTQ+ individuals. If you are trying to feel more comfortable in your everyday life, I'd love to help you find a way to make it happen.
Makoto Fujisaki
Counselor, LMHCA, MS, MPhilEd
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98105 (Online Only)
Accepting new clients. Asian therapist who understands and will work with you to manage anxiety, relationship issues, boost your confidence and guide you to identify deeper root causes. Accepting Premera, BCBS, Anthem and Lifewise. Japanese available. Are you feeling overwhelmed and stressed? Are you struggling with low self-esteem? Have you ever wondered where your anxieties and other challenges are coming from? I understand the toll that these hurdles can take on your well-being. Whether you’re facing challenges dealing with and understanding your emotions or everyday life struggles, you are not alone and I’m here for you.
Accepting new clients. Asian therapist who understands and will work with you to manage anxiety, relationship issues, boost your confidence and guide you to identify deeper root causes. Accepting Premera, BCBS, Anthem and Lifewise. Japanese available. Are you feeling overwhelmed and stressed? Are you struggling with low self-esteem? Have you ever wondered where your anxieties and other challenges are coming from? I understand the toll that these hurdles can take on your well-being. Whether you’re facing challenges dealing with and understanding your emotions or everyday life struggles, you are not alone and I’m here for you.
Jessica Morgan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMHC
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98107
Jessica Morgan is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Washington who has been practicing since 2000. She performed her Graduate Education at Yale Medical School, her Post Graduate Training at Harvard Psychiatry Training Program and continued her Professional Education with a Dartmouth-Hitchcock Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship. Jessica operates from a Person-Centered perspective and believes that people are experts on their own lives. She works alongside her clients to support and guide them as they explore and overcome the obstacles hindering their functioning and preventing them from feeling their best.
Jessica Morgan is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Washington who has been practicing since 2000. She performed her Graduate Education at Yale Medical School, her Post Graduate Training at Harvard Psychiatry Training Program and continued her Professional Education with a Dartmouth-Hitchcock Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship. Jessica operates from a Person-Centered perspective and believes that people are experts on their own lives. She works alongside her clients to support and guide them as they explore and overcome the obstacles hindering their functioning and preventing them from feeling their best.
Darcy Elton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW, CTMH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98112 (Online Only)
Accepting new clients! Telehealth available in WA, OR, UT, ID, AZ, CO, MA, DC, LA, NM. Moving through a painful transition? Want to make changes in your life? Need to figure out where to go from here and how to get there? Have you ever wondered what experiences in your life impact you the most & how to heal? I'd love to join you on your journey. From navigating big transitions, healing deep hurts to growing into your most meaningful dreams, I’m here to support you with warmth, compassion, and genuineness as well as a decade of experience & specialty training. Trauma informed approach - no problem is too big or small.
Accepting new clients! Telehealth available in WA, OR, UT, ID, AZ, CO, MA, DC, LA, NM. Moving through a painful transition? Want to make changes in your life? Need to figure out where to go from here and how to get there? Have you ever wondered what experiences in your life impact you the most & how to heal? I'd love to join you on your journey. From navigating big transitions, healing deep hurts to growing into your most meaningful dreams, I’m here to support you with warmth, compassion, and genuineness as well as a decade of experience & specialty training. Trauma informed approach - no problem is too big or small.
Tamara Marie Wright
Counselor, MS, CMHC, LMHC, CPC
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98102 (Online Only)
I believe the most valuable service I can provide to my clients is creating a safe space where they feel comfortable to express themselves and be acknowledged. My aim is to foster an atmosphere of trust and unconditional positive regard. My primary objective in working with clients is to support and validate their feelings, helping them feel bolstered and recognized. Many clients seek my help to improve their quality of life, and I firmly believe that therapy can facilitate this. While it may require effort, a better state of well-being is definitely attainable!
I believe the most valuable service I can provide to my clients is creating a safe space where they feel comfortable to express themselves and be acknowledged. My aim is to foster an atmosphere of trust and unconditional positive regard. My primary objective in working with clients is to support and validate their feelings, helping them feel bolstered and recognized. Many clients seek my help to improve their quality of life, and I firmly believe that therapy can facilitate this. While it may require effort, a better state of well-being is definitely attainable!
Stevie Ekkelkamp
Counselor, LMHC, MA, MABS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98104 (Online Only)
You're struggling with past traumas. Maybe you don't even realize that a lot of your frustration, anxiety and depression and current struggles are linked to past traumas. It can be overwhelming dealing with intense emotions and identify the why behind it to change your life. I would love to work with you and address some of the emotions and struggles that you have been dealing with. Have there been some past events in your life that have fundamentally changed you as a person?
You're struggling with past traumas. Maybe you don't even realize that a lot of your frustration, anxiety and depression and current struggles are linked to past traumas. It can be overwhelming dealing with intense emotions and identify the why behind it to change your life. I would love to work with you and address some of the emotions and struggles that you have been dealing with. Have there been some past events in your life that have fundamentally changed you as a person?
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How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in Seattle, WA
3,000+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in Seattle, WA who prioritize treating:
93% | Anxiety |
86% | Depression |
79% | Relationship Issues |
76% | Self Esteem |
72% | Trauma and PTSD |
71% | Stress |
69% | Life Transitions |
Average years in practice
9 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
70% | Premera |
53% | Aetna |
47% | Regence |
How Therapists in Seattle, WA see their clients
51% | Online Only | |
49% | In Person and Online |
Gender breakdown
75% | Female | |
21% | Male | |
4% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Seattle?
Search for nearby therapists or counselors by inputting your city, town, or suburb; or zip code; or a provider’s name into the search bar. From there, you can filter providers by the issues they treat, cost, insurance, gender, and other factors to find providers who are well-suited to your needs. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or zip code into the search bar.
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.