LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Issaquah, WA

Everyone needs a little help every now and then. Therapy can be a valuable tool to receive help and learn skills to cope and grow into a stronger person. I provide individual and family therapy to adults, children and adolescents that are experiencing different issues such as anxiety, depression, family conflict and disruptions, peer interactions, life transitions and LGBTQ + issues.

When I was a girl there was no one to tell my deepest darkest secrets. My life's work is to be a trusted, healing person to those in pain. My therapy room is many things: a confessional, a delivery room, a crucible, a place of radical honesty with a whole lot of grace. Most of all it is a safe place for you to tell your story, to find strength and hope, to cry, and to heal. I embrace a holistic approach which considers your spirit, mind, body, & community.

I am a warm, empathic, sensitive and gently challenging integrative counselor. I draw from a range of therapeutic treatment modalities to tailor therapy to you as a unique individual. I welcome enquiries for therapy from adults, children and teenagers experiencing a wide range of difficulties. I am dedicated to understanding the internal and external strengths that are inherent in each of us. My clients come to me because they enjoy the deep sense of trust, safety and mutual respect that I create. I look forward to meeting you and beginning the exciting and challenging journey towards positive and enduring change.

Finding a new therapist takes a lot of work and strength, so by landing here you're already a step ahead of where you were before you started looking. As a clinical psychologist working in an integrated health setting, I practice with a holistic approach. My goal is to help you continue taking small steps to where you would like to go. I take a person-centered and strength-based approach to help people practice accepting who they are right now, while also moving in a value-driven direction.

My name is Sara, I am a LMFT and a Registered Play Therapist. I enjoy working closely with kids and families to help them reach their goals. I view your family and your child's problem in the context of their life and relationships. I take a comprehensive family system's approach, which is client centered and focused on the goals you bring to therapy. We will develop a comprehensive treatment plan, taking into consideration family history, health, educational goals/needs, living situation, and cultural aspects of your life. I encourage clients to work with family and/or supports throughout the therapeutic process.

Whether you need a little help getting unstuck or struggling with lifelong complex issues, I can help. I have worked with clients with depression, anxiety, PTSD, DV, Complex trauma, personality disorders, sexual assault/ abuse, and substance abuse. I work with LGBTQ , polyamorous, alternate lifestyles, and multicultural. As each person’s issue is different and their counseling should be as unique as they are. Most counselors work within one school of training, or theoretical practice. I have experience integrating a variety of therapy techniques and approaches to assist clients in gaining mental and behavioral health wellness.

Sexuality and gender are woven into every aspect of our lives. Whether it is going through puberty, questioning gender or sexual orientation, figuring out dating, relating to a partner, exploring desire or alternative relationship models, or adapting to the changes of aging, sex therapy can help people navigate these challenges and build skills for improved health, pleasure, and connection. Sex therapy is very similar to other forms of mental health counseling, often focused on talking through your concerns, thoughts, and emotions. I see individuals, couples, constellations, and family groups.

** Currently accepting new clients ** Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, phobias, daily stress, or looking to build coping skills and resilience? Are you looking to talk with someone that understands the demands of working in the technology sector or other stressful workplace environments? Are you looking for a safe space to explore your emotions, lean into growth, heal emotional wounds and create a life that brings balance and peace? Do you want to work through traumatic memories, gain a fuller understanding of yourself, establish healthy boundaries, work toward desired changes and live your authentic BEST self?

You’re a high achiever, struggling with immense emotional pressure. When you’re used to doing well in school, your career, etc. it can become so frustrating to have emotional distress wreack havoc on your wellbeing. You may have ideas and know what you “should” do, but those Insta-perfect selfcare strategies don’t always work. Maybe you just have a hard time putting them into practice with all that is going on in your life. Either way, you want to experience relief from that emotional pressure and experience a more enjoyable life.

Hello! I am a Marriage & Family Therapist and I help teenage girls, adults, and couples overcome obstacles to happiness. I give you my warmth, support, guidance, humor, and years of experience. Positive change is the natural result of positive discovery, whether you seek individual, parental, or couples counseling; in my opinion, this process should be more fun than work. You are stronger and braver than you think!

If you or your child are struggling with anxiety, depression or other struggles, we can help. Our providers are now serving you through Telehealth Video Sessions. Offering a wide range of clinical expertise, more specialty treatment areas to help you, and an expanded availability of services. We are committed to working with you or your child to create the long-lasting changes you desire. Give us a call at (425) 269-3277. Together we can determine how we can help you!

** I have a wait list for new clients ** People come to counseling when (and sometimes long after) they’ve determined that something doesn’t feel right in their lives and what they’ve already been trying hasn’t helped enough. This might be most noticeable in past or current relationships, moods, thought patterns, physical sensations, identity development, or likely a combination. The circumstances surrounding these concerns are as variable as the people who seek help, but it is a courageous act for all to reach out for support when vulnerable.

ONLINE COUNSELING OFFERED. My goal is to promote the growth and well-being of couples and individuals who seek therapy for the resolution of problematic symptoms or states. The therapeutic process is guided by the outcome you desire for yourself and your relationships. I use a collaborative, strength-based approach to assess strengths and recognize areas for growth. I will help you become aware of how old habits and patterns of interaction are interfering with present connections. Sessions will be geared towards building on strengths while developing new skills to help cope with current & future stressors and create positive change.

Looking for a therapist is likely one of the last things you imagined you would be doing. Clients often don’t know what they need when we first meet. That’s OK. The death of a spouse/partner, family member or friend is life altering. The range of thoughts are endless: what am I going to do…life feels pointless…I’m grateful for the life we had…I don’t feel connected to anything…reminders are everywhere…I’m in a fog…when will this be over…I feel their presence...I died with them…I’m terrified (just to name a few). Death is disorienting and isolating. Please know "I get it".

Emotions, challenging thoughts, and difficult behaviors impact all areas of life: love, parenting, communication, friendship, school, and work. Approaching these areas of our life with courage and emotional agility can enhance our experiences and pave the way towards fulfilling relationships, more loving connections, and the strength to advocate for ourselves. Together. With courage.

I offer counseling in a warm, relaxed, supportive , interactive environment. I have been a social worker for 48 years. I have practiced in many medical settings, hospitals, clinics, home health and hospice. I found I wanted to work more in-depth with people on the challenges they were currently facing in their, or their loved ones lives, and so I chose to go into private practice 36 years ago. I find it a privilege to walk with people on their lives' journeys and help them make changes in areas they may chose to do so in.

I have always loved people and truly seek to understand others in a supportive and non judgmental way. I strive to help people heal and grow and to create healthy and rewarding relationships. I take a collaborative approach with clients. This might look like giving resources, citing research, listening and validating, or using a whiteboard to visually represent what is concerning you. You know yourself and your circumstances best. I am here to focus in on what might need changing, collaborate ideas on how to go about that, give homework where necessary, and give a nudge to help you grow.

Addiction tears families apart, through the process of Intervention, Recovery Coaching, Individualized treatment for substance abuse, sexual compulsion, infidelity, and the loved ones impacted. . We provide a compassionate and non-judgmental environment that fosters healing and insight. I have decades of experience, and know what it takes to get you and your loved on a path to healing. Whatever crises you are experiencing, We can help you find solutions. Please don't hesitate to call for a free consultation to see if we are a good fit.

I've been helping couples, families and individuals of all ages for 43 years, have trained over 200 psychotherapists at the counseling center I founded and directed in San Francisco, and continue to teach therapy students at the California Institute of Integral Studies. I use Gottman Couples Therapy, EMDR, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help clients create the kind of lives and relationships they truly desire. I'm experienced in working with a wide range of issues, from sexuality to spirituality, communication problems to severe emotional disturbance, parenting issues to substance abuse and infidelity.

Fourth Dimension Counseling & Coaching is group practice of therapists and coaches who specialize in addiction including alcohol and drug addiction, sex addiction, pornography addiction, love addiction and partner betrayal trauma. All of the therapists and coaches at Fourth Dimension are in long term substance abuse recovery themselves and are experts in the field of addiction. They also have extensive training in couples therapy, infidelity, codependency, family of origin, women's issues, domestic violence, trauma and life transitions. We offer individual, couples and group therapy and coaching for both men and women.