Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists in Gig Harbor, WA

Accepting new Clts** I believe in the importance of establishing a client/therapist relationship based on mutual respect and integrity. My focus and goal in my work is to help navigate through the personal process of growth and change done through my approach of aligning to provide hope and healing. I use a strength based, client centered and cognitive /behavioral approach to help develop techniques and coping skills.The heart of my holistic approach is centered on truly hearing your story with compassion and supporting you in your healing journey. My ideal client is one who is motivated to seek change and willing to take the steps.

Accepting NEW Clients - - - Are you living your best life? Are you feeling stuck? I provide evidence based treatments to help you experience a life with meaning and purpose and to feel better quickly. During our sessions, my goal is for you to feel unconditional acceptance and compassion in our relationship. My style is friendly, light-hearted and I use humor quite a bit. I will work with your strengths and unique needs to cultivate an environment where you can learn the skills to boost the quality of your life.

Diane primarily employs a mind/body/spirit existential approach to therapy. As well, where appropriate other behavioral and cognitive methods may be included. During sessions, Diane encourages clients to discuss and express emotions and experiences in a safe environment while helping them gain insight, define goals, and plan and execute appropriate actions towards these ends. Goals of treatment are collaboratively established with clients to help them in leading healthier and more productive lives.

As I thought of the mission for Tisino Family Services, I thought of strength's-based. TFS facilitates children, youth, adults, and families back into the arms of what family means. One important goal of TFS is to reduce recidivism and teach preventative steps for sustaintainability. So often, I see individuals dealing with unmitigated trauma, self-identified barriers, and generational disadvantages without coping skills. This mission implements practical skills with persistence that capture the attention of specialized techniques that provides significant breakthroughs of unstable mental health and increase healthy living.

Everyone needs support and help at times especially during difficult times. Therapy can provide a safe space to be heard, validated, explore solutions, identify new perspective and tools for continued growth well after therapy is finished. I strives to create a safe, welcoming environment and help each client reach their unique goals and increase their happiness, harmony, and peace in their life. So if you are struggling with depression, anxiety, ADHD, strained parent-child relationships let's find tools/solutions to have the life you desire.

Our lives are often impacted by forces beyond our control. We wonder if life will ever return to "normal." I work with young and old who encounter challenges common to modern living: Retirement, work stress, family dynamics, personal tragedy, financial troubles, loss of community, and loss of direction. I also address unique challenges associated with aging: Chronic and acute illness, life partner debilitation, and hardships unforeseen. Refocus and reclaim your strengths and life as we work together on insights, new strategies and skills that enable you to overcome obstacles, re-connect with life and your passions.

I have a passion and specialize in couple and family distress including issues of trust, power and emotion in relationships, alcohol and substance abuse and best outcomes for families and individuals. I have worked with teenagers at home and at schools with their depression, anxiety and eating disorders. I am trained in various of therapy modulates including Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Solution focus therapy, and Interpersonal psychotherapy.

I am a clinical therapist with a doctoral degree from Northwest University of Counseling Psychology in Kirkland, WA and a licensed Mental Health Counselor in Washington state beginning in 02/2008. I take into consideration all aspects of the client, using a person-centered approach. This often will include a holistic approach to treatment, including but not limited to the following areas: medical components, family dynamics, cultural stressors/impacts, relationship dynamics, occupational issues, and individual's spirituality. I tailor each treatment plan to the client, including their personal goals in treatment.

Manny has over 20 years of experience in the mental health field. He specializes in treating trauma, anxiety disorders, depression, and marriage and family conflict. He is trained in a wide variety of therapeutic approaches including CBT , Psychodynamic Approaches, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Eye-Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). He tailors and paces the treatment according to your needs and goals so you can achieve results quickly.

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!

I'm taking new clients ages 9 years old to 99! I also see couples and conduct family counseling too. In all situations, I love to see clients grow and change, living life to the fullest and thriving in relationships and all life circumstances. When people come to see me, they notice that I care, and want to understand their life story. Together, we discover that our lived experiences have shaped how we think about the world. Using a trauma and cognitive focused lens, we navigate those experiences in a safe way to encourage healing and growth.

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.