Therapists in Island County, WA

I have worked successfully with many people with many different diagnoses. Whether it's past trauma or abuse, depression, grief and loss, anger, anxiety, mood instability or low self esteem, I compassionately guide my clients in re-claiming their natural state of health and well being. I am committed to and respect the inherent human quality in all of my clients.

Are you looking to help your family, relationships, at-risk-teen, or yourself? As a licensed therapist, for the last 25 years, specializing in Marriage and Family and also Addictions Counseling, I have experience working with a wide range of people. I have found that tailoring therapy using a combination of solution focused, motivational interviewing and cognitive behavioral therapies are very effective for most. Additionally, if you are looking for someone to help with military related problems I am a disabled former Marine with years of experience working as a counselor with the Navy.

Are you struggling with the effects of stress in your body, thoughts, emotions, relationships, and want to respond to stress more skillfully? Are you living with challenges such as anxiety & depression, relationship stress, grief and loss, chronic illness, or are caring for an ill or aging loved one (family caregiving)? Do you have experiences of trauma in your past (or present) that are hindering your quality of life? Are you feeling overwhelmed, unsure of what to do, where to turn to regain your sense of balance and well being? Doing OK yet still want to learn, grow, reach more optimal level of skill, function and quality of life?

I work with adults and couples who want to better understand themselves as they work through challenges. I gather information and help generate ideas that support individuation and healthy relationships. I support clients as they find strength in a challenging world, adjust to life transitions, and manage difficulties such as families, illness, grief, depression, and anxiety. Using EMDR therapy I can assist clients in processing and healing from personal trauma(s). I see therapy as an active and collaborative process. I am here to listen and to help you navigate a desired change.

Accepting a limited number of new clients, priority given to active duty service members and veterans. Our practice is focused on providing evidence based interventions to active duty service members and veterans. RPWC offers psychotherapy in person and online as well as telemedicine for prescribing. The owner, Jennifer R. Ayers, is a navy veteran with over 18 years of experience in the field. She is a trauma therapist focusing on PTSD due to MST and complex trauma. Dr. Gregory Mabry is a psychiatric nurse practitioner with a plethora of experience in the Army. See our website for more info

As a life-long learner, occasional artist, career educator and mental health therapist, I believe that becoming a "whole" self is the ultimate creative activity! I believe Mental Health is about healing, developing resilience and finding balance, by allowing the self to grow and change in response to life experience. There are many pathways to healing and developing healthy balance, and I would be honored to support you in finding yours. Using games, art, journaling and a variety of activities, I can provide support that is positive, growth oriented and focused on your personal strengths.