Offering insight in a safe, accepting environment can be a game changer. In this loud and confusing time we live in it's important to explore your internal resources, acknowledge your own wisdom and develop the skills you lack. That's what we do in my practice. The goal of treatment is to empower you in every way to take control of your life and soar above the obstacles becoming who you were meant to be.

Greg is currently accepting new clients (individuals and couples) who are first responders, clergy, and veterans. Greg serves as Chaplain to the Washington State Patrol. He has specialized training in the issues faced by first responders and veterans. He offers compassion, safety, and respect to his clients. Clients for whom spiritual faith is important will find him able and happy to integrate that into their work together.

Do you find yourself feeling stuck in your relationships or overwhelmed with difficult life transitions? Whether you are dealing with past traumas or current conflicts, my aim is to provide you with a safe space to bring all parts of yourself as you explore your current circumstances, and envision a new future. As a therapist trained in systems theory, I believe the quality of our lives as humans, are directly impacted by the quality of our relationships with ourselves and others. I work with individuals, couples, and their families to heal various cycles of pain and improve the quality of their lives.

Everyone deserves a safe space to process life's challenges. My goal is to help create that safe space so you can move past obstacles that are preventing you from reaching your full potential. I am most passionate about working with young adults around identity and relationship challenges. Many of us struggle with self image and identity and my desire is to help you work through those challenges. I employ a variety of techniques, and my approach focuses on building a collaborative, empathic, and trusting therapeutic relationship, free of judgement.

You CAN heal by recognizing how important your thoughts, AND feelings are in navigating this world. We often use our minds to solve everything and sometimes we "solve" ourselves into trouble. We become fragmented when we problem solve without taking the time to tend to our our whole self. Use all of you to integrate what has been fragmented by trauma be it divorce, depression, anxiety, family issues, grief, etc. Access your thoughts, feelings, and spirituality to help you become more authentically yourself, allowing you to use your strengths and create more peace in your life.

I believe in empowerment and expanding our strengths, which we may not always know we have. The therapeutic process can be difficult and I strive to provide a safe space for comfort, insight, and positive changes to occur. Each session is structured around your needs--your personal experiences and how you choose to express them are what make these sessions unique from others. You should not feel as if you have to struggle alone or come up with the solutions by yourself. I will help guide you through this journey to achieve the emotional well-being you deserve.

**As of February 2021 I am not taking new clients; that does change as people reach their therapy goals- please email our waitlist info@nextleveltherapynw.com**. Welcome! Thank you for being here today. Are you feeling like you cannot break the cycle you are in? Do you feel that an outside perspective may help you attain your goals? Have you been holding something inside that you want a safe and judgement-free space to process your thoughts in? This may be the place for you! My practice focuses on creating space for you to feel safe to discuss the things that are bringing you to therapy.

I believe that therapy is based in a philosophy of respect, trust and building a safe non-judgemental relationship. I strongly believe each person has the wisdom to understand what works for them. I want clients to know they've come to a place of hope and my role as therapist is to listen and guide by providing support and encouragement

After more than 16 years as a marriage and family therapist, I am now specializing in empowering people to author their own lives; to determine what is best for themselves, their relationships, and how to accomplish that. Many people feel like victims of their circumstances without the tools to change them. Being drivers of our own lives and actively managing our life situations is what my coaching is all about. I specialize in communications, transitions, and relationships of all types. Clients learn to manage conflicts without confrontation. Determining goals and objectives, we build a plan of accomplishment together.

What’s your story? Is it a tragic tale of grief and loss? Or is your story a fast paced, anxiety ridden adventure repeatedly landing you in a pit of despair? I understand how difficult it can be to get control of the story of your life.

**I am currently full and not accepting new clients. I recognize the courage it takes to seek help in our struggles, which is why I strive to create a trusting and comfortable space in the efforts to reach your potential. We all have the ability to lead a fulfilling life, but sometimes need assistance to help guide and encourage us by working collaboratively and empowering ourselves to create change. I have experience working with children, adolescents, couples, families, and individuals. I enjoy working with people on depression, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, school/behavioral issues, and parenting.

Are you are experiencing depression, anxiety, drug and alcohol addiction, marital and/or family conflict, grief and loss, trauma, PTSD, self-esteem issues or other mental health concerns? I will help you explore and achieve a deeper understanding of your current situation(s) to better cope and deal with them in a healthy way along with helping you gain a greater self-awareness and the strategies needed to foster and maintain these healthy changes. These strategies involve cognitive and mindfulness learning skills, in part, to change negative thinking and develop skills for living in the here and now.

I enjoy working with children, teens, young adults, parents, families, and groups. In addition, I also act as a consultant to various schools in the King County area. My education and clinical training is focused on providing treatment and assessment services to children, adults, and families presenting with a diverse range of emotional, medical, and neuro-psychological difficulties. Furthermore, I have worked extensively with children on the autism spectrum for over 15 years. I utilize both a Cognitive Behavioral & Family Systems approach in my clinical work.

I completed training in traditional or secular therapeutic approaches to Psychotherapy obtaining a Master of Arts Degree in Counseling Psychology. Additionally, I have obtain a Bachelor of Arts degree in Christian Leadership and Counseling. Finally, I am also Licensed as a Chemical Dependency Professional also known as a Substance Use Disorder Professional.

My passion is in helping people and those they love find peace as they navigate anxiety, depression, stress, and faith transitions. I enjoy working with LGBTQIA youth, individuals, couples and their families. I also have experience with compulsive eating, and self-esteem struggles. Additionally, I have training in guiding couples as they struggle to reconnect, improve their communication, and address concerns around sexual intimacy.

I can help you understand your struggles with self-compassion and the determination to overcome life's obstacles. I have a background in existential and humanistic psychology and I utilize cognitive-behavioral (CBT), person-centered, and motivational interviewing (MI) techniques as well.

I am a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) and a child and adolescent mental health specialist (CMHS). I work with children, adolescents and their families. I have experience with anxiety, depression, bipolar, attachment issues, attention deficit, oppositional defiance, and adjustment issues. I utilize a combination of play therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy and person centered therapy in my treatment.

I am a certified hypnotherapist and mental health counselor who believes therapy is a process in which you will gain greater self-awareness, changing how you live in the world and relate to others. My work involves people of all ages and walks of life. Unresolved issues we have carried through life, prevent us from living a more meaningful one. Hypnosis is a proven and efficient way to identify these patterns and change them deep within our unconscious mind. Utilizing this work and other techniques, you will begin healing, create new affirmations and renew your belief that change is possible.

LaDonna specializes in treating depression and anxiety, supporting those with chronic illness, and helping clients integrate spirituality into the challenges of life. She also enjoys assisting clients in navigating a wide range of concerns: healing from trauma, couples seeking to develop a rich and meaningful connection in their relationships, assisting children in coping with life stressors, and parenting concerns. LaDonna helps clients differentiate between their thoughts and emotions, offering tremendous compassion and knowledge to support them in learning behaviors and skills to overcome pain and difficulty.

My preferred method of practice and my professional strengths involve a combination of our work together, identification and change of negative thougt patterns, and an exploration of sensations and moods that are assoicated with these thoughts. From this and from the experience of understanding and connection, new and healthy patterns of relating to yourself and others in your life can begin to be established and can continue to grow. You can begin to feel a sense of well-being, meaning, and purpose in your personal and professional life.