LGBTQ+ Therapists in Gig Harbor, WA
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OCD Treatment / Theresa
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LICSW
Verified
Verified
I'm a
queer
, neurodivergent, and affirming therapist with an anti-oppression approach.
If you're an adult or teen in Washington state suffering from OCD, I would love to hear from you! I specialize in treating OCD, and I am especially skilled in treating “rumination as a compulsion”—mental compulsions that are not visible to anyone else. I offer Exposure with Response Prevention (ERP), Inference-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (I-CBT), and Metacognitive Therapy (MCT), all of which are scientifically effective in treating OCD. I-CBT has been described as profound and a “game-changer.” This compassionate and effective psychotherapy has been changing lives in Canada and Europe for over 20 years.
Genevieve Harris-Eckel
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, AMFT, MBA(23)
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Women, people of color, and
queer
and
trans
people are often told by society that they don’t fit it, and in our work together we can help you to feel as though you do fit.
I'm experienced working with minority communities including working with women, BIPOC, and
LGBTQIA
+ clients. Minority groups, and couples, particularly those at the intersections of gender, race, and sexual orientation, are often underrepresented in fields of work such as business, tech, and entrepreneurship. I believe therapy should be a safe and non-judgmental space that empowers individuals to be able to push their own limits and views of themselves, in all aspects of their personal and professional lives. Being able to embrace oneself and each other is one of the strongest things a person can learn to do.
Ann Darin-Amos
Licensed Mental Health Counselor , LMHC
Verified
Verified
Ann has significant experience working with clients experiencing adjustment problems, trauma effects, mood disorders, depression, anxiety, relationship struggles, gender dysphoria and issues related to those who identify as
LGBTQ
+.
Ann completed her Master's in Counseling Psychology Degree at St. Martin's University in 2004. She has worked in a variety of social services and behavioral health settings to include: Community Mental Health Care, Early Childhood Education, as a Military Family Life Counselor serving active duty military members and their families and in private practice. Ann utilizes as multi modality treatment approach to treat a variety of symptoms and situations.
Integrated Therapy Services NW, PLLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
Verified
This includes our Bloom – Perinatal Wellness Program which addresses any stage of the reproductive journey, the Pride Program which provides support & tailored counseling for the
LGBTQ
+ community, and more.
Integrated Therapy Services (ITS) is dedicated to serving our community by supporting individuals, couples, and families through their lifelong journey of emotional growth and personal development. Our providers come together from the fields of Marriage and Family Therapy, Social Work, and Mental Health Counseling to provide the highest quality mental health services based in the most advance research in a warm and inviting environment. We deliver innovative and personalized treatment with compassion and care. Telehealth or in-person available.
Nathan P. Lee Counseling, PLLC
Counselor, MA, LMHCA
Verified
Verified
As we adapt to the ‘new normal,’ many of us are experiencing increased feelings of anxiety, grief, and loneliness. You're not alone if the details of recent events (e.g., climate change, COVID, and socio-political unrest) have you feeling lost and overwhelmed. You're also not alone if it's more challenging to invest energy towards your self care and personal growth - or if it has become more difficult to focus and complete tasks at school and/or work as a result. Restoring a sense of balance in your life and reconnecting with your best self is within reach - and you'll soon learn to navigate our 'new normal' with a renewed purpose.
Gig Harbor, WA 98332
& Online
Annie Orr
PhD, SEP, RYT
Whether you’re processing major life events or looking for help coping with day-to-day issues, I’d be honored to join you on your journey. As a trauma survivor myself, I know first-hand the importance of having compassionate, attuned support for engaging in deep work. I offer a somatic approach to trauma healing, incorporating safety, attachment, and nervous system regulation. The current research shows that we can’t “talk our way out” trauma, pain, or discomfort. So I specialize in offering an experiential and relational modality, using the body and nervous system as resources for building resiliency and feeling more at ease.
Office is near:
Gig Harbor, WA 98329 & Online
Kelsey Roth
Counselor, MA, LMHCA
Verified
Verified
I provide a safe space for my clients to be heard, understood, and supported. I believe counseling is a process in which I work with them to reflect on, develop, and shape their unique story. Everyone has intrinsic strengths, and I love helping clients identify and utilize their personal strengths to heal and grow. My goal is to create a space that allows for personal exploration, genuine healing, and skill development to help them become healthy and confident in their identity and path forward.
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.
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.
Spencer Erwin
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
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.
Waitlist for new clients
Laura M Schulz
Counselor, PhD, MA, LMHC
Verified
7 Endorsed
Verified
7 Endorsed
Life can be hard; therapy can help you remove roadblocks & work toward a happier you. Many people have answers to their challenges within them but are blocked by overwhelm & self-doubt. For many, our childhood wasn't perfect. Examining that foundation, deciding what parts of it you want to continue carrying, and what parts you want to let go of can help you toward a calmer and happier life. If you're feeling stressed out or stuck, let's find out what's at the root of those emotions so you can get to a happier & healthier life.
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Kathy A. Pregnall
Counselor, MA, LMHC, CMHS, CCTP
Verified
Verified
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.
Katy Hebel
Counselor, LMHCA
Verified
Verified
I believe change occurs in the context of connection, compassion, and self-discovery wherein your whole authentic self can be nurtured and fully understood. To support you in your healing and growth, I bring a warm and collaborative approach, valuing the relationship and working together towards a path of healing and change.
Andrea Mooradian
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSWA
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I believe in the importance of building a therapeutic relationship and connection with my clients in a safe environment for them to be heard and understood. I help clients better understand and accept themselves, while using their strengths to create positive, meaningful changes in their lives. I treat a wide variety of issues using individualized treatment modalities based on clients’ needs and the aspects of themselves and their lives they want to grow and work on.
Summit Health Management, PLLC
Counselor, LMHC, CMHS
Verified
Verified
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.
Jamie Melsness
Counselor, LMHC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
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.
Not accepting new clients
Maxie Pape
Pre-Licensed Professional, LSWAIC
Verified
Verified
Welcome, I am glad you made it! My name is Maxie. I have found a love of working alongside individuals who find themselves struggling with finding purpose and identity. Whether you are a new parent working your way back to yourself (or your partner), a teen struggling with depression, anxiety, or finding your sense of self, or maybe you're someone who struggles with grief and loss, I am ready to walk with you through it.
Gig Harbor, WA 98335
Not accepting new clients
Cesar L Molina-Sisimit
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFTA
Verified
Verified
Accepting New Clients. I am dedicated to helping clients reach their therapy needs and goals, and I take a holistic and contextual approach to get clients to resolve their needs. I assess presenting issues in a holistic and contextual manner and maintain a strength-based practice. I use evidence-based modalities to help clients identify strengths and break down barriers. I work collaboratively with my clients in order to reach their desired potential for well-being and other mental health concerns. I tailored my therapeutic approach in order to best fit my client’s needs.
Jennifer Tynna Irwin
Counselor, MS, LMHC, NCC
Verified
Verified
Have you been impacted by problematic relationships, infidelity, or sex addiction? You might feel lost, betrayed, and alone. Do you ask yourself, "How do I keep ending up in these relationships?". Are you afraid to be alone even when your partner is clearly unhealthy? Core beliefs are the foundation of our being but when they cause us pain, embarrassment, and shame we can become depressed, anxious, fake, and withdrawn. Do you compare yourself to others (I call this Comparanoia)? Do you tell yourself “I am stupid”, “I am worthless”, or “I am not good enough”? If so, then your core beliefs may be contributing to your pain today.
Deborah A Williams
Counselor, MSCP, LMHC
Verified
Verified
Oftentimes we seek out therapy because components in our lives are causing us significant distress and disrupt our ability to function effectively and feel happiness. I ask clients who come into therapy to bring with them an open attitude, a willingness to explore their life perspectives and their relationships with others, that they may experience true change and healing. This journey towards emotional maturity often involves a certain amount of discomfort and pain before the healing and change can occur. I provide a warm, trusting, safe space to assist people so that they may continue that journey.
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LGBTQ+ Therapists
Do LGBTQ-affirmative therapists receive special training?
Yes. Many therapists who practice LGBTQ-affirmative therapy have completed specialized training, either during their degree program or as continuing education, to learn the core principles of affirmative therapy and how to best support their LGBTQ clients; some have received certifications in LGBTQ-affirmative therapy. Prospective clients should inquire as to a clinician’s background and training to ensure a good fit.
Why might I want to see an LGBTQ-affirming or LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
Queer and gender-non-conforming individuals frequently experience bias and marginalization in day-to-day life. Working with a therapist who understands these unique challenges, as well as accepts and affirms their identity, can help LGBTQ clients feel safe and supported during therapy—allowing them to better navigate their relationships, mental health, and anything else that they wish to explore during therapy. It is important to note that many therapists can be effective in their work with LGBTQ+ individuals, even in the absence of specific training or background knowledge. The most important component in therapy is the alliance between therapist and client, and this alliance can exist between individuals with very different backgrounds.
How can I find an LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
You may wish to inquire about a therapist’s expertise with your specific challenges or concerns—depression, for example, or relationship strife—as well as their past experiences treating LGBTQ+ clients. Prospective clients may also ask whether a therapist has obtained additional training and/or certification in LGBTQ-affirmative techniques.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience with LGBTQ issues?
Prospective clients should feel empowered to directly ask therapists whether they have received training or been certified in LGBTQ-affirming therapy; competent therapists will be happy to explain their educational background and preferred approach(es) to help a client find the best match for them. Clients may also wish to ask how a therapist has treated clients with their particular challenges in the past and what they expect treatment to look like.
Are all the therapists listed in the LGBTQ directory themselves members of the LGBTQ community?
While therapists may choose to disclose their sexual orientation or gender identity in their profiles, the LGBTQ directory features not only those who have shared this information but also those who assert specialized training or experience in providing support to queer individuals, couples or families.