Therapists in Gig Harbor, WA
Genuine Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Gig Harbor, WA 98335
I commonly help with career counseling, stress, depression, divorce, marriage, infidelity, addiction, self-esteem, parenting, teens, men's issues, spirituality, family relationships and finance.
Entrepreneur, relationship and life transition specialist, naturalist, builder, father, husband and community builder all describe me. I am great at helping people with life transitions, work life balance, addiction, trauma, relationships and divorce. I am an entrepreneur, craftsman, part time stay at home dad and outdoorsman. People feel comfortable working with me because I believe in the good in them and because my experience working outside of therapy helps me to understand a wide range of individuals and families.
I commonly help with career counseling, stress, depression, divorce, marriage, infidelity, addiction, self-esteem, parenting, teens, men's issues, spirituality, family relationships and finance.
Entrepreneur, relationship and life transition specialist, naturalist, builder, father, husband and community builder all describe me. I am great at helping people with life transitions, work life balance, addiction, trauma, relationships and divorce. I am an entrepreneur, craftsman, part time stay at home dad and outdoorsman. People feel comfortable working with me because I believe in the good in them and because my experience working outside of therapy helps me to understand a wide range of individuals and families.
Michael Dunbry
MA, LMHC, CMHS, NCC
Verified Verified
Gig Harbor, WA 98335 (Online Only)
Hello! Welcome, and thank you for being here. While it’s certainly possible that you enjoy reading therapist profiles just for fun, it’s more likely that you are here looking for help of some kind. Without being indifferent to your suffering, please allow me to say, congratulations! It can be uncomfortable to admit that you are not feeling your best and to decide to ask for help. I hope you are also feeling empowered as you make the pivot towards healing and recovery.
Hello! Welcome, and thank you for being here. While it’s certainly possible that you enjoy reading therapist profiles just for fun, it’s more likely that you are here looking for help of some kind. Without being indifferent to your suffering, please allow me to say, congratulations! It can be uncomfortable to admit that you are not feeling your best and to decide to ask for help. I hope you are also feeling empowered as you make the pivot towards healing and recovery.
Eric E. Dooley
Psychologist, MDiv, PsyD, CSAT
Verified Verified
Gig Harbor, WA 98335
We all make mistakes. We sometimes get caught in a pattern of mistakes that we can't break. I offer compassionate support, respect, warmth, and a safe place to talk about difficult private issues. I have a positive and hopeful view of life. I am interested in working with people who find themselves at a challenging point in their life and are looking for someone they trust to help them move forward. It is a great sign of strength to reach out to a helping professional, and I look forward to working in collaboration with you!
We all make mistakes. We sometimes get caught in a pattern of mistakes that we can't break. I offer compassionate support, respect, warmth, and a safe place to talk about difficult private issues. I have a positive and hopeful view of life. I am interested in working with people who find themselves at a challenging point in their life and are looking for someone they trust to help them move forward. It is a great sign of strength to reach out to a helping professional, and I look forward to working in collaboration with you!
Jim Jackson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Gig Harbor, WA 98335
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.
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.
Spencer Erwin
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gig Harbor, WA 98335
I am currently offering both Telehealth and in-person sessions. I work specifically with clients who have a desire to learn more about themselves, and to increase their experience of vulnerability. While employing a holistic mind, body and spirit perspective, my approach validates each client as having the answers and abilities within themselves to become the best person they can be.
I am currently offering both Telehealth and in-person sessions. I work specifically with clients who have a desire to learn more about themselves, and to increase their experience of vulnerability. While employing a holistic mind, body and spirit perspective, my approach validates each client as having the answers and abilities within themselves to become the best person they can be.
Richard Benson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCAS, MAC
Verified Verified
Gig Harbor, WA 98335
At the core of my treatment philosophy is the belief that families heal when movement occurs and people begin to step out of their comfort zones to unlock their potential and capacity for growth. Often there is underlying pain and/or trauma that needs to be addressed in order for the system to recover and break the cycle. Whether the results of the family dysfunction is abuse, addiction, estrangement, divorce, suicide, broken communication paths, or some other behavior, treatment can provide relief.
At the core of my treatment philosophy is the belief that families heal when movement occurs and people begin to step out of their comfort zones to unlock their potential and capacity for growth. Often there is underlying pain and/or trauma that needs to be addressed in order for the system to recover and break the cycle. Whether the results of the family dysfunction is abuse, addiction, estrangement, divorce, suicide, broken communication paths, or some other behavior, treatment can provide relief.
Benjamin Michael Shafer
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA, MA, MS
Verified Verified
Gig Harbor, WA 98329
I see the fact that you are here looking for a therapist as immensely brave. I honor your courage. I genuinely love people. My personal experiences with childhood trauma, family relationships, religion, and the sciences have granted me opportunities to empathize with and understand a diverse range of emotional, mental, and relational issues and to apply effective treatment methods for my clients. I am aware that my privilege and life opportunities require me to be intentional about providing a safe space for my clients, especially those who have experienced marginalization and societal oppression and I consistently strive to do so.
I see the fact that you are here looking for a therapist as immensely brave. I honor your courage. I genuinely love people. My personal experiences with childhood trauma, family relationships, religion, and the sciences have granted me opportunities to empathize with and understand a diverse range of emotional, mental, and relational issues and to apply effective treatment methods for my clients. I am aware that my privilege and life opportunities require me to be intentional about providing a safe space for my clients, especially those who have experienced marginalization and societal oppression and I consistently strive to do so.
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Oliver J. Levin-Koopman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, CCTP-II
Verified Verified
Tacoma, WA 98407
I am an interpersonal trauma and family systems therapist specializing in clients with depression, anxiety, behavioral issues, and PTSD. I have over ten years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and couples. I use cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and a trauma informed care model that focuses on the individual within their current social systems in order to resolve issues and improve your overall quality of life. Currently accepting in-person and virtual clients. I look forward to connecting with you.
I am an interpersonal trauma and family systems therapist specializing in clients with depression, anxiety, behavioral issues, and PTSD. I have over ten years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and couples. I use cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and a trauma informed care model that focuses on the individual within their current social systems in order to resolve issues and improve your overall quality of life. Currently accepting in-person and virtual clients. I look forward to connecting with you.
Mark Zimmerman
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Tacoma, WA 98407
When our old methods of coping with life's difficulties no longer work, we can find ourselves stuck - in depression, with anxiety, feeling worthless, maybe afraid to even reach out for help. Talking with someone who can assist you in discovering what went wrong and how to heal from it could be invaluable. Each person is unique and has a story to tell. I'll want to hear your story. I strive to provide everyone with a non-judgmental, empathic atmosphere in which you can feel safe to express any experience however painful or shameful it may feel.
When our old methods of coping with life's difficulties no longer work, we can find ourselves stuck - in depression, with anxiety, feeling worthless, maybe afraid to even reach out for help. Talking with someone who can assist you in discovering what went wrong and how to heal from it could be invaluable. Each person is unique and has a story to tell. I'll want to hear your story. I strive to provide everyone with a non-judgmental, empathic atmosphere in which you can feel safe to express any experience however painful or shameful it may feel.
Dr. John Conteh (Approved Clinical Supervisor)
Counselor, EdD, LMHC, BC-TMH, ACS, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
University Place, WA 98466 (Online Only)
I specialize in life transitions, anxiety, depression, trauma and PTSD, career counseling, racial identity, and immigration concerns.
John Conteh, doing business as Zancteh Integrated Counseling, PLLC is currently accepting new adults and elderly clients for individual telehealth counseling. Are you dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma and PTSD, life transition, career concerns, racial identity, and immigration concerns? Have you been trying to figure out how to get help in a safe and supportive environment? Are you looking for Clinical Supervision for Licensure?
I specialize in life transitions, anxiety, depression, trauma and PTSD, career counseling, racial identity, and immigration concerns.
John Conteh, doing business as Zancteh Integrated Counseling, PLLC is currently accepting new adults and elderly clients for individual telehealth counseling. Are you dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma and PTSD, life transition, career concerns, racial identity, and immigration concerns? Have you been trying to figure out how to get help in a safe and supportive environment? Are you looking for Clinical Supervision for Licensure?
Bryan Brown
Mental Health Counselor Associate, MA, LMHCA
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Tacoma, WA 98407 (Online Only)
I work alongside individuals, couples, and groups who are seeking to address experiences of grief, depression, anxiety, relational conflict, racial trauma, LGBTQIA+ issues, spiritual abuse, PTSD, and COVID related issues. Together we will explore the ways that therapy can assist you towards achieving your personal goals for wellbeing. Healing and transformation is a lifestyle and we all require assistance in cultivating a life that will help us navigate unavoidable difficulties. Isolation works against these efforts which is why seeking therapy is truly one of the best things you can offer yourself.
I work alongside individuals, couples, and groups who are seeking to address experiences of grief, depression, anxiety, relational conflict, racial trauma, LGBTQIA+ issues, spiritual abuse, PTSD, and COVID related issues. Together we will explore the ways that therapy can assist you towards achieving your personal goals for wellbeing. Healing and transformation is a lifestyle and we all require assistance in cultivating a life that will help us navigate unavoidable difficulties. Isolation works against these efforts which is why seeking therapy is truly one of the best things you can offer yourself.
Tacoma Counseling PLLC
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tacoma, WA 98406
Using training in Solution-Focused, Cognitive Behavior, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive, and EMDR therapies, I provide treatment for depression, anxiety, grief and loss, and healing from trauma.
Now accepting new clients. Full time hours Mon - Fri. And by appointment, morning, evening, weekend hours. Helping you determine where you are feeling stuck with some part of your health and wellness. Ready to partner with you to help you get unstuck. I’ll hold your concerns with deep compassion. I’ll listen actively. I’ll work with you to address what’s most important to you. I will meet you where you are with dignity and respect, to connect with you. Then, we work together to tailor recovery and wellness work that best fits your needs, leaning into the work. Through hope and transformation, you can heal, grow, and thrive.
Using training in Solution-Focused, Cognitive Behavior, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive, and EMDR therapies, I provide treatment for depression, anxiety, grief and loss, and healing from trauma.
Now accepting new clients. Full time hours Mon - Fri. And by appointment, morning, evening, weekend hours. Helping you determine where you are feeling stuck with some part of your health and wellness. Ready to partner with you to help you get unstuck. I’ll hold your concerns with deep compassion. I’ll listen actively. I’ll work with you to address what’s most important to you. I will meet you where you are with dignity and respect, to connect with you. Then, we work together to tailor recovery and wellness work that best fits your needs, leaning into the work. Through hope and transformation, you can heal, grow, and thrive.
Kipp D Trembley
Counselor, MA, MATP, LMHC
Verified Verified
Port Orchard, WA 98367
I meet with individuals, couples, families, and run groups. I generally work with folks who complain of depression, anxiety, grief and loss, stress management, anger management, trauma/PTSD, interpersonal conflict, parenting challenges, spiritual challenges, frustration tolerance, and some health challenges to include nicotine addiction. I also provide in-home nursing-aid care, DD respite care, and tutoring. A client is encouraged to boldly explore their own thoughts and emotions in a safe, warm and collaborative therapeutic environment and find new solutions, skills, insight and awareness around life's challenges, both within the person and the persons' life experience
I meet with individuals, couples, families, and run groups. I generally work with folks who complain of depression, anxiety, grief and loss, stress management, anger management, trauma/PTSD, interpersonal conflict, parenting challenges, spiritual challenges, frustration tolerance, and some health challenges to include nicotine addiction. I also provide in-home nursing-aid care, DD respite care, and tutoring. A client is encouraged to boldly explore their own thoughts and emotions in a safe, warm and collaborative therapeutic environment and find new solutions, skills, insight and awareness around life's challenges, both within the person and the persons' life experience
Josh Weed
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, CSAT, EMMHS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tacoma, WA 98403
As a therapist, it is my mission to help you live a joyful, vibrant life, even if you are facing life circumstances or mental health issues that are less than ideal. I specialize in helping individuals and couples, and have experience helping with compulsive sexual behavior, ADHD/ADD, depression, OCD, anxiety, and/or PTSD resulting from abusive situations. I also help couples who feel as though they no longer "connect" or who don't feel as close as they once felt. I believe you have the strength to reach your goals, and lead a joyful life.
As a therapist, it is my mission to help you live a joyful, vibrant life, even if you are facing life circumstances or mental health issues that are less than ideal. I specialize in helping individuals and couples, and have experience helping with compulsive sexual behavior, ADHD/ADD, depression, OCD, anxiety, and/or PTSD resulting from abusive situations. I also help couples who feel as though they no longer "connect" or who don't feel as close as they once felt. I believe you have the strength to reach your goals, and lead a joyful life.
Nurturing Couples and Family Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
University Place, WA 98466
Are you experiencing a lack of connection and or trust within your relationship? Do you feel you struggle to understand your significant other? Do you sometimes feel like you can't be vulnerable or trust your significant other? As we learn to feel safe in a family, we learn to open up and turn to each other. I know that family and loved ones are an important part of our mental and social health. Negative relationships can have an effect on your ability to feel good about yourself. Depression anxiety stress and many other issues are affected by our relationships. Improving your relationship will improve all aspects of your life.
Are you experiencing a lack of connection and or trust within your relationship? Do you feel you struggle to understand your significant other? Do you sometimes feel like you can't be vulnerable or trust your significant other? As we learn to feel safe in a family, we learn to open up and turn to each other. I know that family and loved ones are an important part of our mental and social health. Negative relationships can have an effect on your ability to feel good about yourself. Depression anxiety stress and many other issues are affected by our relationships. Improving your relationship will improve all aspects of your life.
Jordan Zollinger
Counselor, MA, LMHCA
Verified Verified
Tacoma, WA 98406
I specialize in treating trauma, anxiety, depression, and relational difficulties.
I remember when I showed up to my first counseling appointment as a client. I was nervous, embarrassed, and feeling defeated. In that moment, my physical body carried those emotions in that it felt on edge, almost willing me to get up and leave the counseling center. I also remember the connection I made with my counselor during that first session, and how I knew that is what I needed for that season of life. I understand that for most clients, showing up to their first (or second, or fiftieth..) counseling appointment is terrifying. For many, it feels like they don’t know where else to go, what to do, or who to turn to.
I specialize in treating trauma, anxiety, depression, and relational difficulties.
I remember when I showed up to my first counseling appointment as a client. I was nervous, embarrassed, and feeling defeated. In that moment, my physical body carried those emotions in that it felt on edge, almost willing me to get up and leave the counseling center. I also remember the connection I made with my counselor during that first session, and how I knew that is what I needed for that season of life. I understand that for most clients, showing up to their first (or second, or fiftieth..) counseling appointment is terrifying. For many, it feels like they don’t know where else to go, what to do, or who to turn to.
Bryan Foster Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Fircrest, WA 98466 (Online Only)
Exclusively telehealth/virtual. Accepting new clients. I HELP people. Whether your relationship is in turmoil or you are experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, or grief. If it's helping your child with behavior/emotional issues, or any other health/emotional concern. I have 20 years experience helping families and individuals navigate through the storms of life. I can help you do the same. I believe in giving clients (you) practical/useable tools that will help you overcome the worst that life can throw at you and enrich your life when the sailing is smooth. It's time to invest in yourself through the benefits of therapy.
Exclusively telehealth/virtual. Accepting new clients. I HELP people. Whether your relationship is in turmoil or you are experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, or grief. If it's helping your child with behavior/emotional issues, or any other health/emotional concern. I have 20 years experience helping families and individuals navigate through the storms of life. I can help you do the same. I believe in giving clients (you) practical/useable tools that will help you overcome the worst that life can throw at you and enrich your life when the sailing is smooth. It's time to invest in yourself through the benefits of therapy.
W Michael Rogers
Psychologist, PsyD, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
University Place, WA 98466
Specialty areas include: Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR); posttraumatic stress, domestic & interpersonal violence; gender & sexual orientation issues; depression & anxiety; chemical addition; adjustment problems; grief & loss.
Welcome! A good fit is the most important thing in counseling. Positive and sustainable change can happen only when safety is experienced. I am a licensed psychologist and an authentic person. I strive to be present and to listen to you in session. Psychotherapy is developed individually in a safe, supportive, empowering way, in a collaborative environment, and at a pace that feels safe and supportive to you. Assessment services are also offered, including personality, brief cognitive, ADHD/ADD, and disability. Please review my website for additional information (www.drmichaelrogers.com).
Specialty areas include: Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR); posttraumatic stress, domestic & interpersonal violence; gender & sexual orientation issues; depression & anxiety; chemical addition; adjustment problems; grief & loss.
Welcome! A good fit is the most important thing in counseling. Positive and sustainable change can happen only when safety is experienced. I am a licensed psychologist and an authentic person. I strive to be present and to listen to you in session. Psychotherapy is developed individually in a safe, supportive, empowering way, in a collaborative environment, and at a pace that feels safe and supportive to you. Assessment services are also offered, including personality, brief cognitive, ADHD/ADD, and disability. Please review my website for additional information (www.drmichaelrogers.com).
Nathan Rhoads
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
University Place, WA 98466
Common presenting issues include mood disruptions such as depression/anxiety; relational concerns such as partnership struggles and social isolation; abuse/neglect and trauma, especially within family of origin; losses and life transitions; and identity questions, in such areas as vocation, sexuality, and gender.
Entering into therapy is a courageous decision to seek life in response to whatever concerns and challenges have gotten your attention. Everyone bears experiences that have had an alienating and destructive impact on their relationship with others and with themselves. Without the support of another to work through these experiences and use them for our growth, these destructive effects often compound over time as we cope and try to heal on our own. Counseling is an opportunity to receive the kind of support that can enable you to find not only relief, but the goodness you have struggled to access in yourself and your relationships.
Common presenting issues include mood disruptions such as depression/anxiety; relational concerns such as partnership struggles and social isolation; abuse/neglect and trauma, especially within family of origin; losses and life transitions; and identity questions, in such areas as vocation, sexuality, and gender.
Entering into therapy is a courageous decision to seek life in response to whatever concerns and challenges have gotten your attention. Everyone bears experiences that have had an alienating and destructive impact on their relationship with others and with themselves. Without the support of another to work through these experiences and use them for our growth, these destructive effects often compound over time as we cope and try to heal on our own. Counseling is an opportunity to receive the kind of support that can enable you to find not only relief, but the goodness you have struggled to access in yourself and your relationships.
Dr. Jon Moore
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Tacoma, WA 98406
More therapists should be transparent with their outcomes because you deserve to know exactly what quality of service you'll be receiving. I provide an in-depth look at my success rate on my site. I'm a psychologist that provides therapy, but I also specialize in testing for clinical diagnoses, adult ADHD, pre-surgery bariatric assessment, parental pre adoption evaluations, psychological hardship for immigration matters involving I-601 waivers, and asylum application evaluations for the I-589. I'm available on Saturdays and in the weekday evenings.
More therapists should be transparent with their outcomes because you deserve to know exactly what quality of service you'll be receiving. I provide an in-depth look at my success rate on my site. I'm a psychologist that provides therapy, but I also specialize in testing for clinical diagnoses, adult ADHD, pre-surgery bariatric assessment, parental pre adoption evaluations, psychological hardship for immigration matters involving I-601 waivers, and asylum application evaluations for the I-589. I'm available on Saturdays and in the weekday evenings.
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Depression Therapists
What is the goal of therapy for depression?
Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognize and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.
What happens in therapy for depression?
Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.
What therapy types help with depression?
Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioral activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.
Can therapy for depression be done online?
Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.
How effective is therapy for depression?
Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.