Domestic Abuse Therapists in Auburn, WA
Since 2006, I have worked with diverse clients, who are from various cultural and ethnic backgrounds, including survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault, military personnel, and across all ages and backgrounds.
Life often takes us on unpredictable journeys, and at times, it can feel overwhelming to keep up. We may find ourselves grappling with a mix of emotions, yet feeling numb and directionless. If you’re seeking a brighter, more fulfilling future- one where you can experience happiness, peace and contentment- know that you are not alone. I am here to walk alongside you on this journey toward healing and growth.
I am a certified Havening Techniques Practitioner with extensive experience in helping individuals navigate complex trauma, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, and behavioral issues.
Since 2006, I have worked with diverse clients, who are from various cultural and ethnic backgrounds, including survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault, military personnel, and across all ages and backgrounds.
Life often takes us on unpredictable journeys, and at times, it can feel overwhelming to keep up. We may find ourselves grappling with a mix of emotions, yet feeling numb and directionless. If you’re seeking a brighter, more fulfilling future- one where you can experience happiness, peace and contentment- know that you are not alone. I am here to walk alongside you on this journey toward healing and growth.
I am a certified Havening Techniques Practitioner with extensive experience in helping individuals navigate complex trauma, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, and behavioral issues.
Are you LGBTQIA, Straight, Gender Non-Conforming or Cisgender and between the ages of 10-50? Then I want to hear from you. You will receive a very laid back, casual and personable approach to individual therapy. The therapy will be gender affirming and welcoming to all.
Are you LGBTQIA, Straight, Gender Non-Conforming or Cisgender and between the ages of 10-50? Then I want to hear from you. You will receive a very laid back, casual and personable approach to individual therapy. The therapy will be gender affirming and welcoming to all.
Most of my work has been with survivors of trauma including military Veterans, accident or injury, loss and grief, significant life transitions, sexual assault, and intimate partner violence.
Thank you for viewing my profile. As a Clinical Psychologist, I am a generalist who works with a wide range of adult clients and presenting problems. My goal is to help clients understand how their life experience impacts their relationships and functioning and to make changes that can improve overall health and life satisfaction. I approach therapy through an interpersonal, client-centered perspective where we actively work together to understand what brings you to therapy, formulate diagnoses and treatment plans, and meet your immediate needs while working toward your broader goals.
Most of my work has been with survivors of trauma including military Veterans, accident or injury, loss and grief, significant life transitions, sexual assault, and intimate partner violence.
Thank you for viewing my profile. As a Clinical Psychologist, I am a generalist who works with a wide range of adult clients and presenting problems. My goal is to help clients understand how their life experience impacts their relationships and functioning and to make changes that can improve overall health and life satisfaction. I approach therapy through an interpersonal, client-centered perspective where we actively work together to understand what brings you to therapy, formulate diagnoses and treatment plans, and meet your immediate needs while working toward your broader goals.
You can’t break out of a cage you’re still trying to decorate. I’ve been many people’s 4th/5th/8th/9th therapist and been told they felt like something finally clicked for them. I care about it clicking. My approach is based on self-compassion and living an integrated life. Even if you’re motivated to change, it’s still hard because negative events can shape beliefs about the world and ourselves that we often don’t even realize we hold. So we start with self-compassion, and then work on trying to bring our actions into alignment with our goals. I’ve been a therapist for over a decade now, and I promise – self-compassion is the move.
You can’t break out of a cage you’re still trying to decorate. I’ve been many people’s 4th/5th/8th/9th therapist and been told they felt like something finally clicked for them. I care about it clicking. My approach is based on self-compassion and living an integrated life. Even if you’re motivated to change, it’s still hard because negative events can shape beliefs about the world and ourselves that we often don’t even realize we hold. So we start with self-compassion, and then work on trying to bring our actions into alignment with our goals. I’ve been a therapist for over a decade now, and I promise – self-compassion is the move.
I also find great satisfaction in helping people who have experienced narcissistic abuse to heal and thrive.
My area of specializations are LGBTQ+, trauma, and end of life. Email is the best method to communicate and I will send you a secure link to complete new client information and schedule your appointment online. Or reach out through my Rula profile.
I also find great satisfaction in helping people who have experienced narcissistic abuse to heal and thrive.
My area of specializations are LGBTQ+, trauma, and end of life. Email is the best method to communicate and I will send you a secure link to complete new client information and schedule your appointment online. Or reach out through my Rula profile.
Contact me for HELP with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, addiction issues, bullying, grief, feeling shamed, taken advantage of, abuse of any kind, trouble at work, getting along with others, HOW TO BE HAPPY and POSITIVE, hypnosis, and most anything!
I specialize in HELPING with EMOTIONAL ISSUES: depression, anxiety, grief, RELATIONSHIP trouble, addiction, grief/ LOSS, being BULLIED, low self-esteem, CHILDREN, past ABUSE affecting life presently, WORK problems, trouble at home, SCHOOL issues, parent-child issues, divorce & separation, and balancing work & family.
Contact me for HELP with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, addiction issues, bullying, grief, feeling shamed, taken advantage of, abuse of any kind, trouble at work, getting along with others, HOW TO BE HAPPY and POSITIVE, hypnosis, and most anything!
I specialize in HELPING with EMOTIONAL ISSUES: depression, anxiety, grief, RELATIONSHIP trouble, addiction, grief/ LOSS, being BULLIED, low self-esteem, CHILDREN, past ABUSE affecting life presently, WORK problems, trouble at home, SCHOOL issues, parent-child issues, divorce & separation, and balancing work & family.
I believe, that although we sometimes through no fault of our own fall onto difficult times and challenges, we are all special and have something to offer this world. Sometimes we just need a helping hand, to get back to that point where we can deal with our challenges in a healthier way and outlook.
I believe, that although we sometimes through no fault of our own fall onto difficult times and challenges, we are all special and have something to offer this world. Sometimes we just need a helping hand, to get back to that point where we can deal with our challenges in a healthier way and outlook.
I have over 15 years of experience supporting survivors of domestic and community violence, abuse, neglect and immigration trauma.
I am passionate about working with teens and adults who are ready to break free from painful cycles - whether those come from abusive childhoods, toxic relationships, or traumatic life events. My goal is to support you in identifying effective ways to address issues causing you pain and stress. I am confident we can find the skills that work for you!
Ofrezco servicios en español. Mi meta es brindarte apoyo para encontrar maneras efectivas de enfrentar los problemas que te están causando dolor.
- Ofrezco servicios de evaluaciones de inmigración. Immigration evaluation services offered. -
I have over 15 years of experience supporting survivors of domestic and community violence, abuse, neglect and immigration trauma.
I am passionate about working with teens and adults who are ready to break free from painful cycles - whether those come from abusive childhoods, toxic relationships, or traumatic life events. My goal is to support you in identifying effective ways to address issues causing you pain and stress. I am confident we can find the skills that work for you!
Ofrezco servicios en español. Mi meta es brindarte apoyo para encontrar maneras efectivas de enfrentar los problemas que te están causando dolor.
- Ofrezco servicios de evaluaciones de inmigración. Immigration evaluation services offered. -
I am committed to helping people get the results they want quickly and effectively. Toward that end, I have studied a broad range of therapeutic approaches, and I endeavor to tailor my work with you to meet your specific needs and temperament. Through my studies and experience, I have learned that the Unconscious Mind is a great resource, full of all our life's learnings, experiences, and wisdom, and that it can be enlisted in the quest for emotional healing, personal growth, and creating lasting changes in one's life.
I am committed to helping people get the results they want quickly and effectively. Toward that end, I have studied a broad range of therapeutic approaches, and I endeavor to tailor my work with you to meet your specific needs and temperament. Through my studies and experience, I have learned that the Unconscious Mind is a great resource, full of all our life's learnings, experiences, and wisdom, and that it can be enlisted in the quest for emotional healing, personal growth, and creating lasting changes in one's life.
Prenatal, pregnancy, postpartum, and life transitions can feel overwhelming, even when meant to bring joy. If you’re an expecting parent new mom or a couple navigating sleepless nights shifting roles, or breastfeeding that feels like a battlefield, you may feel anxious, isolated, or unlike yourself. My specialty is Perinatal Mental Health I offer compassion and tools so you don’t carry this alone.
Couples Therapy is especially powerful when life stages shift. Many partners face distance, communication struggles, or the unsettling question, “Now what?” even in the empty nest. I help couples rebuild intimacy, improve communication,
Prenatal, pregnancy, postpartum, and life transitions can feel overwhelming, even when meant to bring joy. If you’re an expecting parent new mom or a couple navigating sleepless nights shifting roles, or breastfeeding that feels like a battlefield, you may feel anxious, isolated, or unlike yourself. My specialty is Perinatal Mental Health I offer compassion and tools so you don’t carry this alone.
Couples Therapy is especially powerful when life stages shift. Many partners face distance, communication struggles, or the unsettling question, “Now what?” even in the empty nest. I help couples rebuild intimacy, improve communication,
I work with many challenges individuals face addressing emotional, behavioral, and social needs; such as anxiety, depression, domestic violence, attachment disorders, ADHD, and more.
I focus on a strong, trusting therapeutic relationship where you will receive unconditional positive regard, compassion, support, and empathy as we work toward your goals. In addition to addressing your challenges, I focus on your strengths and "what is working" so those qualities can grow.
I work with many challenges individuals face addressing emotional, behavioral, and social needs; such as anxiety, depression, domestic violence, attachment disorders, ADHD, and more.
I focus on a strong, trusting therapeutic relationship where you will receive unconditional positive regard, compassion, support, and empathy as we work toward your goals. In addition to addressing your challenges, I focus on your strengths and "what is working" so those qualities can grow.
I specialize in helping individuals who are navigating major life transitions and feeling stuck. Sometimes life's challenges can make you feel lost, but you don't have to walk that journey alone. I provide a warm, supportive space where we will work collaboratively to identify the unhelpful patterns holding you back and cultivate the strengths you already possess. My goal is to empower you with practical tools and insights so you can take confident steps toward becoming the whole person you were created to be.
I specialize in helping individuals who are navigating major life transitions and feeling stuck. Sometimes life's challenges can make you feel lost, but you don't have to walk that journey alone. I provide a warm, supportive space where we will work collaboratively to identify the unhelpful patterns holding you back and cultivate the strengths you already possess. My goal is to empower you with practical tools and insights so you can take confident steps toward becoming the whole person you were created to be.
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My ideal client is someone who’s feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, weighed down by depression, or struggling to make sense of past trauma. They may be navigating mood swings, relationship challenges, or simply trying to find peace in their day-to-day life. What they want most is to feel heard, understood, and supported without judgment. They’re ready to do the work, even if it feels hard, because they believe change is possible. Together, we focus on healing and building resilience to create a life feeling balanced, connected, and authentic.
My ideal client is someone who’s feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, weighed down by depression, or struggling to make sense of past trauma. They may be navigating mood swings, relationship challenges, or simply trying to find peace in their day-to-day life. What they want most is to feel heard, understood, and supported without judgment. They’re ready to do the work, even if it feels hard, because they believe change is possible. Together, we focus on healing and building resilience to create a life feeling balanced, connected, and authentic.
Trusting yourself feels harder than it used to — harder than you think it should.
You’re here because your sense of self-trust feels shaken — you want to strengthen it in your relationships, your decisions, and your inner life. You understand why certain patterns exist, while your ways of relating and your body haven’t caught up to that information. You might feel hyper-alert, doubt your instincts and struggle to feel grounded. Some women come to me in the midst of betrayal trauma or relational harm. Others are in growth-oriented partnerships and want support showing up more fully, clearly, and authentically.
Trusting yourself feels harder than it used to — harder than you think it should.
You’re here because your sense of self-trust feels shaken — you want to strengthen it in your relationships, your decisions, and your inner life. You understand why certain patterns exist, while your ways of relating and your body haven’t caught up to that information. You might feel hyper-alert, doubt your instincts and struggle to feel grounded. Some women come to me in the midst of betrayal trauma or relational harm. Others are in growth-oriented partnerships and want support showing up more fully, clearly, and authentically.
I have a passion for helping you recover from abuse & other traumas.
Together we will discover what you want to change. I can help you access your untapped strengths and power in order to create the life you want: more empowered, more connected, more authentic. In a safe and compassionate manner, I can help you reconnect to your truest self so you can meet the world in a secure and resilient way. Most importantly, you'll have an ally in your life committed to this journey with you. If you have experienced trauma in your early or adult life, I am trained and want to help.
I have a passion for helping you recover from abuse & other traumas.
Together we will discover what you want to change. I can help you access your untapped strengths and power in order to create the life you want: more empowered, more connected, more authentic. In a safe and compassionate manner, I can help you reconnect to your truest self so you can meet the world in a secure and resilient way. Most importantly, you'll have an ally in your life committed to this journey with you. If you have experienced trauma in your early or adult life, I am trained and want to help.
I hope to assist you with relief of symptoms and and empower you with tools for increased self-mastery when dealing with depression, anxiety, PTSD, relationship issues, grief and loss, stress management and health improvement. Our work together involves careful listening and tailoring therapeutic approaches to meet your needs and goals.
I hope to assist you with relief of symptoms and and empower you with tools for increased self-mastery when dealing with depression, anxiety, PTSD, relationship issues, grief and loss, stress management and health improvement. Our work together involves careful listening and tailoring therapeutic approaches to meet your needs and goals.
My primary area of specialty is working with survivors of sexual and domestic violence in both childhood and adulthood, but I have worked with a variety of trauma backgrounds.
I am EMDR trained and IFS Level One Trained and use these as primary along with somatic work and DBT. I believe all these methods are helpful in reducing the impacts of trauma. We will work collaboratively, tailoring our treatment plan to your goals. I love working with my clients and feel honored to be part of this scary, vulnerable, and difficult journey!
My primary area of specialty is working with survivors of sexual and domestic violence in both childhood and adulthood, but I have worked with a variety of trauma backgrounds.
I am EMDR trained and IFS Level One Trained and use these as primary along with somatic work and DBT. I believe all these methods are helpful in reducing the impacts of trauma. We will work collaboratively, tailoring our treatment plan to your goals. I love working with my clients and feel honored to be part of this scary, vulnerable, and difficult journey!
I specialized in multicultural psychology, with a special focus with Native Americans, and have extensive experience with complex trauma particularly from interpersonal, historical and collective abuse.
I specialize in working with individuals who are experiencing distressing reactions following traumatic events like dissociation, anxiety and depression. These experiences can lead to painful thoughts like you are unsafe or worthlessness and lead to feelings of emptiness and withdrawal. This frame of mind may be getting get in the way of the relationships you want with your friends, kids, or partner. My goal is to help you grow and change to live your life more fully. I believe in increasing our inherent strengths, as well as teaching new skills and techniques to be more effective.
I specialized in multicultural psychology, with a special focus with Native Americans, and have extensive experience with complex trauma particularly from interpersonal, historical and collective abuse.
I specialize in working with individuals who are experiencing distressing reactions following traumatic events like dissociation, anxiety and depression. These experiences can lead to painful thoughts like you are unsafe or worthlessness and lead to feelings of emptiness and withdrawal. This frame of mind may be getting get in the way of the relationships you want with your friends, kids, or partner. My goal is to help you grow and change to live your life more fully. I believe in increasing our inherent strengths, as well as teaching new skills and techniques to be more effective.
Do you wonder why you always seem to run into the same problems in relationships? Do you feel like you have it together in other areas but tend to struggle when it comes to your love life? Some common problems are: feeling like you struggle to get the love you deserve, feeling smothered or suffocated, chronic conflict like arguing and yelling that never seem to resolve, or a sense of distance and coldness in the relationship. Whether you're seeking support as a couple, single, or partnered individual, I can help you understand and change your relationship patterns.
Do you wonder why you always seem to run into the same problems in relationships? Do you feel like you have it together in other areas but tend to struggle when it comes to your love life? Some common problems are: feeling like you struggle to get the love you deserve, feeling smothered or suffocated, chronic conflict like arguing and yelling that never seem to resolve, or a sense of distance and coldness in the relationship. Whether you're seeking support as a couple, single, or partnered individual, I can help you understand and change your relationship patterns.
I love supporting women and LGBTQ+ individuals who have survived mistreatment or abuse and are ready to reconnect with their inner strength.
I offer a warm, trauma-informed space to help you reconnect with yourself and release old patterns with compassion. I believe healing isn’t about fixing yourself: It’s about remembering who you are beneath the pain and moving forward with greater clarity, confidence, and self-trust.
I love supporting women and LGBTQ+ individuals who have survived mistreatment or abuse and are ready to reconnect with their inner strength.
I offer a warm, trauma-informed space to help you reconnect with yourself and release old patterns with compassion. I believe healing isn’t about fixing yourself: It’s about remembering who you are beneath the pain and moving forward with greater clarity, confidence, and self-trust.
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What are the most effective ways to recover from domestic abuse?
Leaving an abusive relationship requires tremendous courage, so survivors in treatment should recognize that they have already completed the most important step. Still, the trauma of physical or emotional abuse can be difficult to process and overcome. Therapy can help survivors process trauma, grief, and difficult emotions, treat relevant mental health symptoms, and create a new framework for boundaries and relationships in the future. For some, support groups can also be an invaluable outlet for healing.
When should an individual seek help for domestic abuse?
Victims of intimate partner violence should seek help immediately. It can take substantial time, planning, energy, and courage to leave an abusive relationship, but starting the process—by seeking therapy, calling the domestic violence hotline, or simply confiding in a loved one—will help them get there. Those who have left abusive relationships but haven’t sought treatment can also greatly benefit from therapy to process and heal from the experience.
What are the consequences of staying in an abusive relationship?
Remaining in an abusive relationship has serious repercussions. In addition to the ongoing threat of physical danger and emotional abuse, research shows that intimate partner violence is associated with a range of mental health disorders including depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, and substance abuse. Therefore it’s important for individuals in an abusive relationship to seek help as soon as possible.
How can you get domestic abuse treatment for someone else?
It can be very complicated to identify and leave an abusive relationship; barriers include the threat of violence, financial instability, and family pressures. Those concerned about a loved one in an abusive relationship should talk to them about the situation, provide them with resources such as the domestic violence hotline, and introduce the idea of seeing a therapist due to their concern for the person’s safety and well-being.