Female Therapists in Elk, WA

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Suzanna Darlene Toews
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MHP, CMHS
Online Only
Thirty four years ago, when I began to practice, I was fascinated by the resiliency of people individually, and their family systems. I have worked with people from many different backgrounds, with many different challenges. My approach to therapy is down-to-earth and uncomplicated. Most often I lean heavily into Trust Based Relational Interventions (TBRI), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Neurofunctional Therapies. I look at challenges from several viewpoints and work with the client to help them identify their strengths within to address their own unique concerns.
Thirty four years ago, when I began to practice, I was fascinated by the resiliency of people individually, and their family systems. I have worked with people from many different backgrounds, with many different challenges. My approach to therapy is down-to-earth and uncomplicated. Most often I lean heavily into Trust Based Relational Interventions (TBRI), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Neurofunctional Therapies. I look at challenges from several viewpoints and work with the client to help them identify their strengths within to address their own unique concerns.
(509) 631-9773 View (509) 631-9773
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Wendy McGourty
Counselor, LMHC
Online Only
My ideal clients are individuals who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or weighed down by past experiences. They want relief from anxiety, trauma, shame, or self-doubt and are seeking a safe, nonjudgmental space to understand themselves better. Their goals include building emotional stability, strengthening coping skills, and reclaiming control of their lives. They want to feel grounded, confident, and capable of moving forward with purpose.
My ideal clients are individuals who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or weighed down by past experiences. They want relief from anxiety, trauma, shame, or self-doubt and are seeking a safe, nonjudgmental space to understand themselves better. Their goals include building emotional stability, strengthening coping skills, and reclaiming control of their lives. They want to feel grounded, confident, and capable of moving forward with purpose.
(509) 300-3814 View (509) 300-3814
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Emotional Wellness PLLC
Counselor, LMHC
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I believe everyone should be able to live their best life, and it should not be so hard to do so; people can change, and there is hope! At Emotional Wellness PLLC, I offer individual counseling sessions for individuals ready to embark on a healing journey. I start with an intake appointment to ensure I am the right therapist for you and to lay the groundwork for treatment. I think I can help you by teaching you skills to live your best life, and we continue this process until your symptoms have reduced.
I believe everyone should be able to live their best life, and it should not be so hard to do so; people can change, and there is hope! At Emotional Wellness PLLC, I offer individual counseling sessions for individuals ready to embark on a healing journey. I start with an intake appointment to ensure I am the right therapist for you and to lay the groundwork for treatment. I think I can help you by teaching you skills to live your best life, and we continue this process until your symptoms have reduced.
(509) 204-0687 x1 View (509) 204-0687 x1
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Charlotte Myers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Online Only
I am a humanistic therapist specializing in Client-Centered Therapy, which focuses on fostering self-discovery, personal growth, and value reorganization through empathetic, non-directive support.
I am a humanistic therapist specializing in Client-Centered Therapy, which focuses on fostering self-discovery, personal growth, and value reorganization through empathetic, non-directive support.
(360) 523-7280 View (360) 523-7280

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Amber Glyn Dunham
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, SUDP
Spokane, WA 99208
I am grateful and privileged to be a part of the healing journey for others. I am client-centered in my approach, and work from a strengths-based perspective with the belief that everyone has strengths to build on. I tailor various interventions and skill-based methods to each individual client, which I believe is best practice. I also believe strongly in mind/ body approaches for treatment such as mindfulness, sensory-based strategies and somatic practices to help integrate our experiences. I am trained in EMDR by an EMDRIA-approved trainer for treatment of trauma, anxiety, grief, and loss as well as a range of other issues.
I am grateful and privileged to be a part of the healing journey for others. I am client-centered in my approach, and work from a strengths-based perspective with the belief that everyone has strengths to build on. I tailor various interventions and skill-based methods to each individual client, which I believe is best practice. I also believe strongly in mind/ body approaches for treatment such as mindfulness, sensory-based strategies and somatic practices to help integrate our experiences. I am trained in EMDR by an EMDRIA-approved trainer for treatment of trauma, anxiety, grief, and loss as well as a range of other issues.
(509) 410-4201 View (509) 410-4201
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Sonya DeWitt
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Online Only
We can only see as far into the world as we can see into ourselves. Fear, anxiety and hopelessness are moods to be moved through, not voices to be obeyed. If you struggle with anxiety, stress, trauma and depression I can help. I use recent techniques learned from Neurobiology research and Bio-Acoustic Sound Medicine that provide immediate relief. I have 32 years experience and am a therapist to therapists. There are profound new tools available to help you understand and master the life challenges you are experiencing. I can teach you them.
We can only see as far into the world as we can see into ourselves. Fear, anxiety and hopelessness are moods to be moved through, not voices to be obeyed. If you struggle with anxiety, stress, trauma and depression I can help. I use recent techniques learned from Neurobiology research and Bio-Acoustic Sound Medicine that provide immediate relief. I have 32 years experience and am a therapist to therapists. There are profound new tools available to help you understand and master the life challenges you are experiencing. I can teach you them.
(509) 215-2525 View (509) 215-2525
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Linda Cavers
Counselor, MA, LMHCA
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Have you ever been afraid to speak out, fearing that you will be thought of as "absurd"? Clients who work with me experience themselves as intuitive, creative, deep thinkers, and deep feelers. Do you ever feel alienated from yourself and others, and feel like you don't fit in? Let's work together to build your confidence, and a strong sense of self-belonging. Have you tried various modalities and been unsatisfied? I work from a creative and Jungian-oriented perspective.
Have you ever been afraid to speak out, fearing that you will be thought of as "absurd"? Clients who work with me experience themselves as intuitive, creative, deep thinkers, and deep feelers. Do you ever feel alienated from yourself and others, and feel like you don't fit in? Let's work together to build your confidence, and a strong sense of self-belonging. Have you tried various modalities and been unsatisfied? I work from a creative and Jungian-oriented perspective.
(425) 474-3310 View (425) 474-3310
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Sylvia D Berger
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LAC, LMHCA
Online Only
Building rapport and having the appropriate fit with your therapist is such a key ingredient. I bring my empathetic, creative, and intuitive approach into the therapeutic relationship. Creating a safe space for my clients to be authentic is my number one goal. My focus is on empowering you to create authentic, meaningful change. I am passionate about supporting you on your journey of self-discovery, helping you in uncovering underlying causes, and guiding you towards the life you're hoping for. Through a process of developing self-awareness, emotional regulation skills, and enhancing strengths within, you'll experience deep healing.
Building rapport and having the appropriate fit with your therapist is such a key ingredient. I bring my empathetic, creative, and intuitive approach into the therapeutic relationship. Creating a safe space for my clients to be authentic is my number one goal. My focus is on empowering you to create authentic, meaningful change. I am passionate about supporting you on your journey of self-discovery, helping you in uncovering underlying causes, and guiding you towards the life you're hoping for. Through a process of developing self-awareness, emotional regulation skills, and enhancing strengths within, you'll experience deep healing.
(720) 445-8810 View (720) 445-8810
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Trauma Informed Therapies
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
2 Endorsed
Spokane, WA 99201
Our team of Mental Health Counselors, Marriage Family Therapists and Clinical Social Workers offer a sincere welcome. We know it takes courage to step out of our comfort zones and embrace change. It is our desire to help those who are struggling to find the kind of life they long for. While trauma may not be something you are seeking direct services for, you can have the peace of knowing that all our staff are skilled in addressing trauma should it be or become a factor in treatment. Whether you are battling stress, anxiety, depression, or trying to find calm in the aftermath of trauma; we believe that peace and joy are possible.
Our team of Mental Health Counselors, Marriage Family Therapists and Clinical Social Workers offer a sincere welcome. We know it takes courage to step out of our comfort zones and embrace change. It is our desire to help those who are struggling to find the kind of life they long for. While trauma may not be something you are seeking direct services for, you can have the peace of knowing that all our staff are skilled in addressing trauma should it be or become a factor in treatment. Whether you are battling stress, anxiety, depression, or trying to find calm in the aftermath of trauma; we believe that peace and joy are possible.
(509) 855-4439 View (509) 855-4439
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Maureen Haeger
Counselor, MS, LMHC, NCC
Spokane, WA 99201
Let it sink in that just by being here, you have already taken a step towards improving your mental health. Believe that you are worthy and capable of doing that work. Therapy can be a place to increase your own understanding of yourself, identify patterns, and attend to the places that need healing. Sometimes it is difficult to hold ourselves with compassion, tune in to our own needs, and engage meaningfully with the people and world around us. In therapy, we can discover together what a vibrant and healthy life looks like for you, and how you will best be supported on that road.
Let it sink in that just by being here, you have already taken a step towards improving your mental health. Believe that you are worthy and capable of doing that work. Therapy can be a place to increase your own understanding of yourself, identify patterns, and attend to the places that need healing. Sometimes it is difficult to hold ourselves with compassion, tune in to our own needs, and engage meaningfully with the people and world around us. In therapy, we can discover together what a vibrant and healthy life looks like for you, and how you will best be supported on that road.
(509) 481-9629 View (509) 481-9629
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Kelsey Tushar, Trauma Recovery Psychotherapy, PLLC
Counselor, LMCHA, CTP
6 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Hi there - I'm Kelsey (she/her). I’m a therapist for the dark and honest. Those of us who are inexplicably drawn to pain, who wonder if anyone can possibly understand what you’ve been through, let alone help you heal. If you are curious and honest, I promise - I can work with that. Specifically, I specialize in the treatment of Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID). It can be unsettling to experience dramatic emotional shifts, blackouts and memory difficulties, ongoing internal dialogue, and vivid flashbacks. It’s exhausting to feel like you have to hide your inner emotional life from those around you, for fear of being invalidated.
Hi there - I'm Kelsey (she/her). I’m a therapist for the dark and honest. Those of us who are inexplicably drawn to pain, who wonder if anyone can possibly understand what you’ve been through, let alone help you heal. If you are curious and honest, I promise - I can work with that. Specifically, I specialize in the treatment of Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID). It can be unsettling to experience dramatic emotional shifts, blackouts and memory difficulties, ongoing internal dialogue, and vivid flashbacks. It’s exhausting to feel like you have to hide your inner emotional life from those around you, for fear of being invalidated.
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Awakened Soul Counseling, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
1 Endorsed
Mead, WA 99021
Hi, I’m Amanda Ewing. I find it a true honor to work with clients who are ready to explore, grow, and heal—whether you're navigating grief, trauma, anxiety, or a major life transition. My approach blends traditional therapy with holistic practices, supporting your mind, body, heart, and spirit. I believe meaningful change begins when you feel truly seen and supported. Wherever you are on your path, I’ll meet you there—and together, we’ll create space for healing, clarity, and connection.
Hi, I’m Amanda Ewing. I find it a true honor to work with clients who are ready to explore, grow, and heal—whether you're navigating grief, trauma, anxiety, or a major life transition. My approach blends traditional therapy with holistic practices, supporting your mind, body, heart, and spirit. I believe meaningful change begins when you feel truly seen and supported. Wherever you are on your path, I’ll meet you there—and together, we’ll create space for healing, clarity, and connection.
(509) 401-8096 View (509) 401-8096
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Sadonia Garner
Mental Health Counselor Associate, LMHCA
Online Only
Do you ever feel overwhelmed or weighed down by the curveballs life has thrown at you? As if there are a lot of feelings or thoughts whirling inside you that you cannot explain or understand? Or maybe you just don't feel like yourself anymore but can't put a finger on when or why things changed. I believe that a genuine therapeutic relationship and a nonjudgmental space to explore our stories can help us heal what feels broken. The most common issues I enjoy working with are depression, grief, adjustment to major life/career changes, ADHD symptom management and relationship troubles.
Do you ever feel overwhelmed or weighed down by the curveballs life has thrown at you? As if there are a lot of feelings or thoughts whirling inside you that you cannot explain or understand? Or maybe you just don't feel like yourself anymore but can't put a finger on when or why things changed. I believe that a genuine therapeutic relationship and a nonjudgmental space to explore our stories can help us heal what feels broken. The most common issues I enjoy working with are depression, grief, adjustment to major life/career changes, ADHD symptom management and relationship troubles.
(509) 779-6771 View (509) 779-6771
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Calming the Chaos Counseling, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CMHS
4 Endorsed
Spokane Valley, WA 99016
Are you or a loved one struggling with anxiety, depression, and life stressors? Are you constantly feeling overwhelmed by daily life? Are you always yelling at others? Do others push every single one of your buttons? Do you find yourself hiding in the bathroom just to get a moment of peace? Do you feel like a terrible person — especially when you look at others who seem to have it all together? Do past life experiences make it harder to be the person you want to be? Do other’s behaviors trigger intense reactions that keep you stuck in the same exhausting cycle— impacting not only your relationship with others you care about?
Are you or a loved one struggling with anxiety, depression, and life stressors? Are you constantly feeling overwhelmed by daily life? Are you always yelling at others? Do others push every single one of your buttons? Do you find yourself hiding in the bathroom just to get a moment of peace? Do you feel like a terrible person — especially when you look at others who seem to have it all together? Do past life experiences make it harder to be the person you want to be? Do other’s behaviors trigger intense reactions that keep you stuck in the same exhausting cycle— impacting not only your relationship with others you care about?
(509) 774-2651 View (509) 774-2651
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Nikki Coll
Pre-Licensed Professional
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
After school and weekend hours available! I primarily work with kids, teens, and their parents who feel stressed, anxious, or overwhelmed, and parents who are worried and not sure how to help. As a former middle school teacher, I know how challenging teen years can be at school and at home.
After school and weekend hours available! I primarily work with kids, teens, and their parents who feel stressed, anxious, or overwhelmed, and parents who are worried and not sure how to help. As a former middle school teacher, I know how challenging teen years can be at school and at home.
(425) 371-4112 View (425) 371-4112
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Melisa Holdway
Counselor, MA, LMHC, NCC, CCATP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Welcome! I am currently accepting new patients in Washington and Idaho. I offer a free initial consultation. If you are ready to begin the journey to wellness, I would love to meet with you to see how I might assist. I am eclectic in style so that each session is tailored to you. Sessions are offered via telehealth from the convenience of your home or office. Call or email to schedule your consult today!
Welcome! I am currently accepting new patients in Washington and Idaho. I offer a free initial consultation. If you are ready to begin the journey to wellness, I would love to meet with you to see how I might assist. I am eclectic in style so that each session is tailored to you. Sessions are offered via telehealth from the convenience of your home or office. Call or email to schedule your consult today!
(509) 260-3754 View (509) 260-3754
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Jitani Mosley
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, LMFTA
Online Only
Life can be messy. Relationships can feel confusing. Parenting can be exhausting. Anxiety, self-doubt, and overwhelm can leave you feeling stuck and unsure of where to go next. You don't have to figure it all out alone. I'm Jitani, a Marriage and Family Therapist who works with individuals, couples, and families seeking greater understanding, connection, and balance in their lives. One of the core beliefs that guides my work is simple: everything is connected to everything. The way we feel about ourselves impacts our relationships. When one area of life is struggling, it often affects many others.
Life can be messy. Relationships can feel confusing. Parenting can be exhausting. Anxiety, self-doubt, and overwhelm can leave you feeling stuck and unsure of where to go next. You don't have to figure it all out alone. I'm Jitani, a Marriage and Family Therapist who works with individuals, couples, and families seeking greater understanding, connection, and balance in their lives. One of the core beliefs that guides my work is simple: everything is connected to everything. The way we feel about ourselves impacts our relationships. When one area of life is struggling, it often affects many others.
(253) 400-2663 View (253) 400-2663
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Hope Elizabeth Gerdon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSWAIC
2 Endorsed
Spokane, WA 99201
Hi, I'm Hope. Sometimes life is a struggle and it can feel difficult to navigate. Relationships, work, figuring out next steps and big life transitions. These can all feel scary and overwhelming, but they don’t have to be. I want to help you create a life that you find enjoyment in. Whether it's through processing old traumas, exploring your attachment style and how it affects your relationships, or finding coping skills that work for you, my goal is to offer hope and skills to empower you to seek the changes you desire, so you can begin living a more vibrant and fulfilling life.
Hi, I'm Hope. Sometimes life is a struggle and it can feel difficult to navigate. Relationships, work, figuring out next steps and big life transitions. These can all feel scary and overwhelming, but they don’t have to be. I want to help you create a life that you find enjoyment in. Whether it's through processing old traumas, exploring your attachment style and how it affects your relationships, or finding coping skills that work for you, my goal is to offer hope and skills to empower you to seek the changes you desire, so you can begin living a more vibrant and fulfilling life.
(509) 794-3079 View (509) 794-3079
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Sharla Rice
Pre-Licensed Professional
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
My clients often come to therapy feeling stuck in old patterns, weighed down by the past, or unsure how to support the people they love while also taking care of themselves. I work with adolescents and adults, specializing in complex trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and life transitions, helping them reconnect with their resilience and sense of self. I also work with parents of LGBTQIA+ kids who are doing their best to love and support their children while navigating their own emotions, fears, or family dynamics.
My clients often come to therapy feeling stuck in old patterns, weighed down by the past, or unsure how to support the people they love while also taking care of themselves. I work with adolescents and adults, specializing in complex trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and life transitions, helping them reconnect with their resilience and sense of self. I also work with parents of LGBTQIA+ kids who are doing their best to love and support their children while navigating their own emotions, fears, or family dynamics.
(206) 593-4382 View (206) 593-4382
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Erinn Jennings
Counselor, MA, LMHCA
Spokane, WA 99201
Ready for positive change? You have already taken the first step by seeking someone to work with, to create a safe healing environment for those positive changes to occur! Trauma can leave us stuck in our heads, thinking about painful things that have happened, feeling lonely and afraid, and even damage our ability to connect with others. I work with children, adults, and families in navigating complex trauma, family issues and challenging childhood behaviors that may be displayed due to underlying needs.
Ready for positive change? You have already taken the first step by seeking someone to work with, to create a safe healing environment for those positive changes to occur! Trauma can leave us stuck in our heads, thinking about painful things that have happened, feeling lonely and afraid, and even damage our ability to connect with others. I work with children, adults, and families in navigating complex trauma, family issues and challenging childhood behaviors that may be displayed due to underlying needs.
(509) 519-1517 View (509) 519-1517
FAQ - Therapist Gender
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or because they feel more comfortable with a therapist of their own gender due to shared life experiences or perspectives. Considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender may matter or improve their therapeutic experience. The most important consideration is that a client is able to build a trusting relationship with their therapist.

Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist. For women, this could be because they believe that they will be able to better connect with a woman, and that a female therapist will be able to relate to their specific challenges and personal issues. It may be particularly beneficial for women to see a female therapist, for example, for gender-specific issues, such as sexism in the workplace, relationship issues, and gender roles. The most important factor in therapy is the client-therapist connection, and a therapist's gender as well as many other factors may play an important role in this.

Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.

How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.