Anxiety Therapists in Gig Harbor, WA

My goal in counseling is to help my patients go from where they are to where they want to be. I provide a nurturing, emotionally safe environment for people experiencing life transitions, grief and loss. My patients learn to: 1) understand and better manage anxiety , stress, life transitions, relationships, sleep problems, and disturbing thoughts; 2) identify innate gifts, talents, strengths; 3) develop and work toward achievable goals.

If you are struggling with your mental health, I want you to know you are not alone and it can get better. Reaching out for help isn't always easy, but I promise you that it will be worth it. Video therapy sessions with me are a safe, supportive and non-judgmental experience where I will help you learn to understand your issues and provide you with practical tools to help you manage them.

I help people that are feeling anxious and depressed, feel less anxious and depressed. Your mind replays the past and dwells on the future, sending you into panic or making it hard to get out of bed. Your stomach is queasy, your neck is tight, and you feel like you can never quite relax. It feels like others don't see or trust the challenges you face and the effort you actually put in to just get by. You feel uncomfortable in your own skin and unaccepted wherever you go and crave a place that you can truly be yourself, un-judged and appreciated for your unique ideas and qualities. We are going to figure this out together.

Seeking counseling can be one of the most difficult decisions a person can make. It is also one of the bravest decisions. Day to day life is stressful, and at times, life tosses us a curveball. My goal is to help you identify your strengths, and help you navigate through the stresses and transitions that many people struggle with. You are not alone, and I am so glad that you are here. Some of my areas of focus are on addressing anxiety , depression, trauma, relationship issues, as well as family dynamics.

Navigating unexpected situations or traumas, dealing with anxiety /depression can overwhelm our sense of being present in the moment and we may feel trapped inside our feelings. Sometimes difficulties have been present since childhood, left unattended or pushed down repeatedly over the years. Some clients come to counseling seeking ways to deal with a specific trauma, domestic violence, grief, loss, anger, or other distressing emotions, leaving someone feeling isolated, stuck, and without resources. Taking the next step, asking for help inside of counseling, brings you closer to the destination of recovery.

My experience working with children and their families highlights attachment and repairing relationships. I believe that connection, support, and understanding are the foundations of therapeutic change. My areas of focus are anxiety , depression, trauma-related symptoms, and navigating family dynamics. I utilize trauma-informed, developmentally appropriate interventions to support trauma processing and building skills.

We all can be vulnerable to the twists, turns, and pressures that life presents to us. I provide a safe, respectful, and comfortable space for you to learn how to better cope with life has brought you. I believe that you bring strengths, and resources with you that can help you to reach your goals in therapy and my approaches are matched to you as a unique individual. I have over 16 years experience working with adults, children, and families in a variety of areas such as treating trauma and abuse, dissociative disorders, parenting, divorce/separation, anxiety , and mood disorders.

Life can be very confusing at times for all of us. I see Children (10 and up), adolescents, individuals and couples specializing in marital relationships, ADHD, Eating Disorders, depression/ anxiety and Woman Issues. I am a Lifespan Integration Therapist for accidents and traumatic events. My office is warm and spacious as we journey together thru the healing process. I use a narrative, solution focused and CBT along with a bit of humor over life's bumps. You are welcomed to join me for your heart, soul and body health!

Utilizing evidence-based interventions, we specialize in helping individuals & couples achieve greater personal growth, manage stress, enhance relationships, and improve their overall health & well being. In addition to relieving distress and helping you break free from unwanted patterns in your relationships with self and others, we also work to help you learn new coping skills and gain greater insight into yourself to prevent future difficulties.

Note: My practice is currently full. I will work collaboratively with you in therapy so you can work through any challenges you may be facing and achieve your goals. Whether you are experiencing a new problem, or have been struggling with something for a while, together we will work to find your inner strengths, overcome past or present challenges, and improve the quality of your life. I am a warm and compassionate therapist who provides a safe, caring, and non-judgmental environment. My goal is for you to feel more hopeful and confident, and to live the life you desire.

I work with adults of all ages, individuals and couples, who are experiencing problems with anxiety , depression, post traumatic stress (including stress related to prior abuse and neglect), eating disorders, and relational problems (repairing and strengthening current relationships;identifying and changing relational patterns that cause problems in living). I work with persons who are experiencing panic attacks, phobic avoidance, intrusions, maladaptive anger, grief, and stress-related physical problems. I also work with persons challenged with a variety of adjustment problems and life transitions (e.g.,transition to young adulthood, family communication difficulties, divorce, career change, mid-life crisis, retirement).

I believe that life transitions are a time to celebrate life and an opportunity for great growth. As director of the BLOOM Maternal and Infant Wellness Program, I specialize in supporting women and their families through the transition to parenthood. A unique and often challenging time punctuated with endings and new beginnings. Women and their families need and deserve to be nurtured and supported during this time. My areas of expertise include: The prevention and treatment of pregnancy and postpartum depression and anxiety , promoting healthy parent-child attachment, as well as strengthening and “baby-proofing” relationships.

Everyone has a unique story to tell. Sometimes the story is full of joy and laughter and sometimes it has challenges and heartbreak. For most of us, it falls somewhere in between. By taking the time to share and understand your story, you are given the opportunity to understand how your past shapes your current existence and how past relationships inevitably impact current ones. By understanding and owning your story, you give yourself the opportunity to choose how you want to go forward. One's past does not have to define one's future.

I have no ideal client. The best part of this job is getting to know such a wide range of people with so many types of issues. I have 30 years experience working with children, adolescents, adults and families in community as well as out-patient and in-patient settings . Geographically, I've worked with families and trained workers in Seattle, New York, Canada, Australia and New Zealand. I've done in-home work in the Bronx, and helped develop policy all over the country. I am now in private practice and address issues that can affect us all, such as, anxiety , depression, ADHD, PTSD and most mental health issues.

If fear and anxiety are stealing from you the life you want, there are effective ways to fight back. Whether you are battling never ending obsessions and compulsions, fending off crippling panic that is shrinking your world, or feeling weighed down by the burden of your worrying; there is hope and help.

My ideal client is one who is wanting to work on being the best version of themselves that they can. They want to get beyond feelings of anxiety , fear, depression, shame, guilt and worthlessness, and embrace their inner authentic, powerful selves- embracing the grace, power and strength that enabled them to survive challenging circumstances in the past. If you are ready for some transformative work, then I am happy and excited to help guide you on your inner journey of exploration and transformation! Make no mistake- the work and the credit will be yours, but I will support you and provide a safe place for this journey to unfold.

I have a passion for helping clients learn new skills for coping, communication, and problem solving. I encourage clients to find their strengths and to help empower them to achieve their therapy goals. I work collaboratively to create client- centered treatment. I have a background working with individuals, couples, and families. I have experience working with at-risk youth, foster children, and children and teenagers with severe mental illness. I have over a decade of experience working with Active-Duty Service Members with dual diagnosis, mood disorders, depression, anxiety disorders, PTSD, trauma, and substance use disorders.

You have quietly suffered for too long. You have faced a pain that is so dark and deep you haven’t thought about it in years. You’ve managed to bury the trauma enough to carry on with your life. People look at you and think, “They have got it all together.” But the pain is starting to surface. The past is catching up, and you can’t outrun it this time. You’re ready now. You’re ready to face the darkness and experience true healing. The good news is, you don’t have to face it alone.

It takes courage to share your story. I am grateful for those who come and allow me to walk alongside them in their healing journey. I believe that anyone attending counseling is an expert on their own life, and I am committed to collaborating with you to learn how to help you best reach your goals. My approach to counseling is interactive, holistic, attachment-based and relational. Our work together includes exploring and processing experiences, identifying your strengths, building coping strategies and achieving new levels of personal growth. I have experience working with adults, teens, and families.

I work with clients struggling with depression and anxiety . My niche is women of color processing racial trauma, workplace micro aggressions, and struggles navigating being a person of color living in a predominantly homogenous community. I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. Having a therapist who looks like you, and understands your cultural lens, is paramount to partnering with you to achieve wellness and recovery.