Anxiety Therapists in Gig Harbor, WA
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Elizabeth M Humes
Counselor, MA, LMHC, CEDS
Verified
Verified
I specialize in Lifespan Integration Therapy with lasting change for those struggling with
anxiety
, physical issues and trauma.
Life can be very confusing at times for all of us. I welcome you to take the time for yourself to gain perspective on life's struggles. There can be great benefits in the process! I treat depression/
anxiety
, trauma, ADHD, Eating Disorders, and marital issues. My office is warm and cozy as we journey together thru the healing process. I use a narrative, solution-focused, CBT modality, Lifespan Integration for clearing trauma, along with a bit of humor over life's bumps. You are welcome to join me for your heart, soul, and body health!
Phylly Bland
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFTA
Verified
Verified
I am committed to helping adult individuals and couples find deeper understanding, connection, and peace in their lives. I work with adults on
anxiety
, overwhelm, loneliness, relationship issues, conflict, life changes and transitions, dating, parenting, friendship, identity work, and more. My work focuses on first identifying and communicating emotional experiences; and then tracking and disrupting patterns that occur individually and in relationships. I believe in collaborating side by side to define and work toward your goals together.
Valerie St. John
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I generally treat adults and teens (16+) in improving self awareness/insight while challenging unbalanced thought processes. Overall enhancing of self-worth and self-acceptance is a core theme for my clients. Common issues I work with are depression,
anxiety
, eating disorders and disordered eating, PTSD/trauma, obsessive-compulsive, mild dissociation, self-harm, perfectionism, life transitions, relationship issues, and codependency. My trauma-informed and integrative approach involves a reflective, person-centered openness, where you can develop introspection, safely release emotions, and discover your true authentic self.
Sandra A Milton
Counselor, LICSW, ACSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I enjoy working with individuals and couples who are experiencing interpersonal difficulties, depression, grief/loss,
anxiety
, infidelity (either the faithful or the unfaithful partner), or confusion regarding their current or future life situation.
It is my hope that clients gain from counseling specific tools they can apply to their lives to feel better equipped in dealing effectively with their life circumstances. I tailor my counseling to the needs of the client, using various therapeutic techniques to provide clients skills such as communication, emotion management, coping, parenting, etc. I incorporate an educational component, presenting information to enhance knowledge regarding various issues that clients face. I often include homework to make use of the time between sessions. When desired by the client, I approach their circumstances from a biblical perspective.
Shardé Werth
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LMHC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I’m here to help you heal
anxiety
, create healthy relationships and reconnect with your true self so you can live the connected, authentic life that's waiting for you.
Waitlist for new clients
Jennifer Davies
Mental Health Counselor, LMHCA, EMDR, MA
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Healing often begins in the presence of another who can bear witness to the hurt and heartache endured. No one should have to walk the road of depression,
anxiety
, and trauma alone. I work collaboratively with clients to provide therapeutic services that best meet client's goals. I work primarily with adults dealing with trauma,
anxiety
, depression, and relationship challenges. As a licensed mental health counselor associate (LMHCA), I provide a safe and confidential environment of unconditional acceptance for every client.
Alicia Elliott
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
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.
Anita Meyer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified
Verified
Problems will feel smaller,
fears
will fade away, and you’ll release the daily burden of overwhelming thoughts and feelings.
Are you an intelligent, driven, passionate person who is living a double life? You appear unflappable and levelheaded, but inside, you feel anxious, exhausted, and unsatisfied. These feelings are confusing because you have many of the things you wanted. You’ve had success in your personal life, your career, or as a parent, but everything feels SO HARD. You might also be wondering if there’s something wrong with you. Or maybe it makes total sense that you’d feel this way. Some events from your past are emerging. You suspect trauma and emotional wounds are at the root. But you don’t know how to deal with it.
Aimee Tesdahl
Counselor, MA, LMHC, LMFTA
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I love to work with adults of any age with various concerns including depression,
anxiety
, trauma, relational issues and grief.
Are you looking for someone that you connect with, provides compassion and support, and helps you process through your concerns? It can be hard to find the right therapist for you. My hope is that you would feel safe, understood and accepted in counseling. I work collaboratively with clients to help them manage concerns in their life. My therapeutic approach is client-centered, putting your needs first and providing you the tools you need to find healing.
Summit Health Management, PLLC
Counselor, LMHC, CMHS
Verified
Verified
We offer individual and group therapy for a variety of concerns, including issues related to
anxiety
, depression, trauma, grief/loss, pandemic issues, adjustment, attachment, behavior, school problems, identity, and substance abuse.
I am a partner in Summit Health Management, a group founded by an eclectic partnership of four established, experienced providers with the vision of offering a variety of therapeutic services to meet the needs of children, adolescents, adults, elders, couples, and families in our community. Our group’s mission is to provide the region with experienced, compassionate, professional, and proficient mental and behavioral health care. We offer a therapy and psychiatric care for all ages, presentations, relationships and disorders, including individual, couples, family and group therapy, as well as substance abuse recovery for all ages.
Not accepting new clients
Eunice Setiawan
Counselor, MA, LMHCA, NCC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
My expertise includes
anxiety
, depression, trauma/complex-trauma/PTSD, military/aviation families, families, parenting, multicultural/identity issues, family of origin issues, and foster care/adoption.
Not accepting new clients as of May 2023. Please contact me to join my waitlist (approximately 3-6 months). I enjoy working with adults, children/adolescents, and families. I believe that counseling needs to be a safe and brave space to process hard topics. I value trust, respect, culture, education, and fun in my work which inclines towards empathic, trauma-informed, attachment, and strength-based approaches. I am trained in EMDR- an evidenced-based trauma therapy.
Gig Harbor, WA 98335
Not accepting new clients
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Colleen Rustad
Psychologist, PhD, LCP
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
My specialties include working with adults dealing with stress,
anxiety
, depression, self-esteem issues or relationship problems, academic /career/ or life transition, and health issues.
Note: I am not accepting new patients at this time, please email me to be placed on a waitlist. 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.
Gig Harbor, WA 98335
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Lindsey Nickell
Counselor, MA, LMHC, CHT, YTT200
Verified
Verified
Are you looking for a more in depth approach to counseling? One that surpasses the typical coping strategies and explanations of behavior? Are you feeling as if you need deeper conversations about the nature of what is happening with you, your family and friends and perhaps the world at large? Do you find yourself reading the same articles to help with
anxiety
and/or depression and feeling like there is more that you would like to uncover? If you are looking for a more layered and meaningful approach to therapy, I may be able to help.
Lauren Spencer
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
7 Endorsed
Verified
7 Endorsed
I specialize in rebuilding self esteem, improving
anxiety
levels, and providing relief from OCD.
Is perfectionism robbing your life of joy? Are you tired of feeling overwhelmed and worrying all day long? Exhausted from constantly fighting self-doubt? Maybe it’s all taking a toll on your wellbeing and you’re questioning if the perfection you demand of yourself is actually sustainable. It’s lonely running this race on your own, but you don’t have to. I empower ambitious women to finally say goodbye to overwhelm, release worry, and rebuild their self confidence. In working together, we will equip you with the tools you've been searching for to get you back to feeling like you again.
Not accepting new clients
Bonnie McKenney
Counselor, MS, LMHC, NCC, MHP, CMHP
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
I do use a variety of techniques to help people with
anxiety
, depression, trauma symptoms (PTSD), behaviors, and relationship issues caused by these experiences.
Did something really bad happen? Completely stressed out, anxious, depressed or feeling stuck? Is there too much to think about and sort out? Not sure what to do next or if it's even worth it? I would like to help you feel better, and to discover greater meaning and purpose for your life. As a Certified EMDR therapist (attachment focused), I can help you process the traumatic events that have occurred. Together we can work towards creating the story you want for your life. I partner with teens, parents and individual adults to help sort through the difficult issues your facing today.
Nathalie Harris-Eckel
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFTA
Verified
Verified
I have experience working with individuals and couples dealing with life transitions,
anxiety
, grief, relational issues, and women’s issues. I am passionate about working with clients who are interested in exploring their challenges and working towards personal goals that will lead to experiencing a more fulfilling life.
Not accepting new clients
Lani Kish
Counselor, MA, LMHC, NCC
Verified
Verified
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.
Lori Lindholm
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified
Verified
Are you struggling with relentless stress,
anxiety
, and/or depression? Maybe you find yourself isolating from others, feeling constantly triggered, or worried your life feels out of control. It could be COVID-related stress, old or recent trauma, hurtful wounds of the past, loss of a loved one or pet, relationship betrayal or career stress, or maybe you simply feel stuck and yearn to become your best self. My hope is to create a place where you can come completely and authentically as you are, where the unspeakable can be spoken, and for you to be met with compassion and non-judgement.
Not accepting new clients
Jeanette Lantz
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
8 Endorsed
Verified
8 Endorsed
Are
anxiety
or stress getting the better of you? Maybe you find yourself worrying all the time. Or you can't sleep. Maybe you find unwanted thoughts filling your day and driving you to do things that get in the way of the life you want. Perhaps it was harder to bounce back after having a baby than you thought it would be. Or maybe you are struggling to get past a hard thing that has happened and don't know how to get back to the full and meaningful life you want. I'm here to help.
Not accepting new clients
Charaine E Herald
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
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).
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Anxiety Therapists
What are the most common treatments for anxiety?
Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioral therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other popular forms of therapy are popular, depending on a patient’s experience. Exposure therapy, for instance, can be useful for people dealing with fears and phobias, or who have experienced traumatic events. Dialectical Behavioral Therapy may be useful for patients who need help with emotion regulation. Anxiolytic medications, like benzodiazepines, can also help with calming a person enough to focus on the skills they’ve learned, and physical exercise has been shown to help symptoms of anxiety across the board.
How long does therapy for anxiety take to work?
The amount of time needed to alleviate symptoms depends on the severity of a person’s condition. Some therapies may take 5-20 weekly sessions to show results. Anti-depressant medications typically take two to four weeks before a benefit is felt. Anti-anxiety medications are felt typically within 20-30 minutes. Medications are best used to offer a patient a better headspace in which to work on techniques learned in therapy. Exercise, improved sleep habits, and meditation are effective, but takes weeks or months to show results.
When should I seek treatment for anxiety?
Everyone feels anxious at times, but when anxiety causes disruption to your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Such disruption can be mental, physical, or both: having fear dominate your thoughts, avoiding situations or objects that bring on feelings of anxiety, or experiencing shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or panic attacks. When these symptoms are recurrent and distressing, it may be time to talk to someone.
How effective is treatment for anxiety?
Treatment for anxiety has been shown to be moderately to highly effective, according to a large body of psychology studies and analyses. For some people, treatment using CBT or exposure therapy alone is effective. Others respond best to a combination of medication and therapy.