Therapists in Burien, WA
Not accepting new clients

Larisa Wendfeldt
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, MHP
Verified
Verified
**Please note: I am not currently taking on new clients** Are you feeling 'stuck,' disconnected, or having troubles with stressors in your life? When we're feeling disconnected to those around us it challenges the way we think about ourselves and our world. I invite you, your children, or your whole family to come and reconnect with yourself and/or those around you. Together we can create a peaceful, judgment-free space to explore your thoughts and experiences at your own pace and in your own way.

Courtney Hofto
Counselor, MS, LMHCA, NCC
Verified
Verified
At its core, I believe therapy is an opportunity to process and understand our past while also growing into the people we want to be. Life can be so brutal and complicated; we deserve a safe place to talk and explore. I strive to maintain a safe, comforting, and trusting environment to do that exploring. I believe that considering a person’s many identities and experiences is a vital part of the therapeutic process. I work with my clients to understand their own stories, strengths, and goals.

Nick Farkas
Counselor, LMHC, CMHS
Verified
Verified
Are you having increased anxiety or depression during the COVID-19 pandemic? Are particular relationships proving to be difficult? Are you looking for something to change? I believe in deep goodness and healing that occurs when we share our brokenness with one another to grieve the past, accept the present, and voice hope for the future. We will spend time making sense of your past and how it impacts your relationships. I will work with you, your children, or your family to develop relational and coping skills, with the ultimate goal of developing self-compassion. I will approach our work with empathy and compassion.

Maia S DeMers
Counselor, LMHC
Verified
Verified
I know what it is like to be brought to your knees. When breathing hurts, and thinking is excruciating. You want help, but at the same time you’re terrified of it. The fear of being vulnerable is overpowering because some part of you is expecting to get hurt. As a trauma survivor and someone that has experienced anxiety and depression, I know you deep within my bones. I know what it feels like to question whether or not you will make it through the day. The hour. The minute. You want to work with someone who is going to be gentle and safe, challenge you in the right moments, and help you find the right coping skills.

Sondra Longbrake
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I provide a safe space to meet painful issues and gently dismantle their power over your life. If you want to restructure and redefine relationships that are no longer working for you, I can help. If you think self-defeating thought patterns and underlying belief systems might be opening the door to unwanted situations in your life, I can help you rewrite that story. I would be honored to walk through this journey with you.
Not accepting new clients

Alejandra Mejia
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified
Verified
I am a Bilingual (English and Spanish) Licensed Mental Health Counselor with a Master in Clinical Psychology. I have a special interest in the practice of Individual Counseling. I offer individual counseling for depression, anxiety, self-esteem issues, major life stress or change which disrupts normal coping mechanisms and makes it difficult for a person to cope with new circumstances, mindfulness in our present day life, as well as relationship issues.

Lisa Cowden
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
I believe in tailoring the therapy to meet each client's individual. I primarily use psychodynamic therapy which helps the client gain self-insight but also use a variety of therapeutic techniques including cognitive and behavioral methods. Being able to stand back from one's self and gain perspective about one's personality, choices and actions are important in helping an individual work through issues. I help the client explore what issues from the past or present may be contributing to depression or anxiety.
Not accepting new clients

Claire L. Schaffer
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFTA
Verified
Verified
As a systemic therapist, I believe in the exploration of all cultural and societal messages, norms, and values that have shaped my clients into who they are today. Making the brave decision to begin therapy is often preceded by many obstacles and challenges, and it is important to me to take the necessary time to walk through clients' stories and reflect on their experiences. I work to create a safe, trusting, and open environment where my clients and I can exchange constructive feedback. I believe that the therapy room is a space for emotional vulnerability, reflection, and growth.

Burien Counseling PLLC
Counselor, MA, CMHS, LMHC
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Have you ever experienced conflict in your family, the type of conflict that is always happening and gets shoved under the rug and never dealt with? Are you currently going through a separation or have recently been through a divorce? Do you have children/adolescents that have behavioral issues? If you have experienced any of these situations I would love to work with you, help you see that family reconciliation/restoration is possible, that there is life after divorce, there can be freedom from anxiety and your children can learn new ways to behaviorally function better.
Waitlist for new clients

Luís Merced
Counselor, MS, LMHC, NCC, CCTP-II, AF-EMDR
Verified
6 Endorsed
Verified
6 Endorsed
I have worked with many different cultural backgrounds, as well as those with differing spiritual beliefs. Since attaining my Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, I have pursued many therapeutic techniques to help my clients. My clinical interests include treating trauma for adults as a Certified Complex Trauma Professional Level 2, adolescents, and children as well as providing LGBTQIA+ affirmative psychotherapy to sexual minorities.
Not accepting new clients

Audrey Lipps
Counselor, LMHC, NCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
When something’s not right in your world, it can be hard to know how to make your way forward. Perhaps you've been trying to overcome the stressors yourself, but now you’re reaching out for help. I believe change and growth are possible, even with long-standing struggles, because I've seen it happen in my clients and in myself.

Matthew C Boynton
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified
Verified
Guided by my client’s needs and issues, I use a variety of theoretical orientations to work WITH each individual. My primary approach to therapy is Person-Centered, meaning emphasis is placed on creating a safe environment where clients are supported as active participants in exploring their experience and developing personalized goals. After the initial evaluation and developing a collaborative relationship, patients are supported in developing skills that allow them to move forward in confidence, not that all problems are solved but, in understanding they have what they need to manage their unique struggle when it shows up.

Katy A Schumaker
Counselor, MA, LMHC, ATR
Verified
Verified
I am a nationally registered art therapist. Using creative processes helps us develop new ways of thinking and new insights into our actions, reactions, and behaviors...and know that if you don't want to make art, you don't have to. It's always an option and never required.
Not accepting new clients

Mary Hill (Kai Therapy Co.)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, PMH-C
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Perinatal mental health care for pregnancy, birth, postpartum and beyond. You had hoped this journey would be easier: "This is so much harder than I expected"...."I feel so alone"...."I don't think I can survive this"..."I just want to feel better." Sound familiar? You are not alone, and you are not broken. Our work together isn't to fix, but rather to heal. Come experience what compassionate care feels like and find a safe space to say the scary things out loud. You won't always feel this way...

Teryn Sahagún
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified
Verified
I view therapy as a partnership between client and therapist and approach issues from a behavior change perspective. I work with clients to identify areas that are causing distress, understand how they may be contributing to these problems, and identify changes they can actively make to yield the results they want to see. Because of the many positions I have held in the mental health field during the past 17 years, I am able to pull from a variety of evidenced-based treatment modalities and easily adjust course in order to best meet a client’s needs.

Kim Boyden
MA, CHT
Verified
Verified
I help people 45 and over who are feeling a sense of panic or urgency to FINALLY live authentically and purposefully. Who feel disillusioned and discontent about where their life is now and where they'd like to be. Who feel stuck in the gap between doing what they're "used to" or think they "should" do, to taking the courageous leap into the life they've been craving. Who dare to live boldly, but lack the energy, motivation, direction and support to carry it through. If depression, shame , guilt and confusion have become familiar companions, it's NOT TOO LATE!

Geramy Michael Hudson
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified
Verified
Life sometimes presents with challenges and obstacles that seem impossible to get through. One may often times feel alone and that there's nowhere to turn; but there truly is. I look at the whole individual and their experience as unique and focus on helping the person reveal their true self; the person they always wanted to be.

Chase Torbergson
Counselor, MA, LMHCA
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I see a wide range of clients, although I specialize in relationships, anxiety, frustration, ADHD, and problems with focus and motivation. I see both couples and individuals, as well as adolescents. Counseling focus may include relationship satisfaction, anxiety control, focus and motivational problems with both personal life and work, as well as general ADHD management. I've helped countless clients move from a place of feeling stuck and dissatisfied, to one of happiness and flourishing. I offer both short-term counseling (8-10 weeks) and long-term counseling. I also offer coaching related to focus and motivation.

Leanna Ramsey
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified
6 Endorsed
Verified
6 Endorsed
Open Now - Monday Lunch-time phone appointment - Is this a good fit for you? Life is HARD and what's even more hard is that sometimes we get stuck in the HARD. I am skilled at helping you understand what's happening to you and how to bear the pain. I create a non-judgmental, honest, steady space for us to explore your life together. I believe it is my job to follow your lead in regards to timing, subject matter and intensity. My ultimate goal is for healing for your most authentic self as you experience being grounded in compassion for yourself while we make a plan to support your needs.
Not accepting new clients

Drayton Lemert
Counselor, MACP, LMHC
Verified
Verified
I believe that every individual and every challenge or trauma is unique to that individual. I am a Relational Therapist and Counselor, coming from both a clinical and Biblical perspective. I am transparent with my approach because my spiritual formation allows me to step into a place of familiarity and bring comfort to the individual desiring contextual empathy or perspective. My desire as a therapist is to bring competence, grace, and compassion to the therapeutic setting.
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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.
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.
What type of therapist is right for me?
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, psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
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.
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.
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.