Somatic Therapists in Kirkland, WA

Life is meant to be lived fully, but often there are circumstances that get in the way of our ability to engage at the level that we want to. Whether that is a trauma or loss or a major life stressor that has made life seem unbearable, you can receive help and there is hope of moving forward and living life to the fullness of your potential. My counseling practice stems from the belief that each and every human has value and deserves to be seen and heard, regardless of age, background, or status. I work with individual adults and adolescents employing trauma-informed care on your path to recovery from life’s difficulties.

Do you feel like past experiences continue to impact your daily life (ie. relationships with others, relationship with yourself, etc.)? Would you like to feel more at peace with your past and grounded in the present? Our past experiences form the foundations for the ways in which we think, feel, move, relate, cope, and operate throughout our lives. Talk/skills-based therapies are helpful in building awareness and stabilization, and body-oriented approaches are useful in processing past traumas because these are often stored physically in our bodies.

I am a respectful, open-minded, and compassionate mind/body psychotherapist who assists clients to find practical solutions to life challenges. I am certified in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), a somatic therapy that enables people to heal from trauma and emotional distress. I am also certified in Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy (EFT), which addresses distress in couples and helps them to create a secure bond; and in the Hakomi Method, which studies how we organize internal experience. I am also trained in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, which combines cognitive, emotional and somatic interventions.

Recovery is for everyone. Certain seasons (or years) can leave us feeling stuck, disconnected, overwhelmed, and fearful. Life can be devastatingly full of loss with little hope of recovery at all. I believe in order to experience healing and walk in recovery, it requires a willingness to confront the darker parts of life. Yet it also requires acknowledging our unique strengths and resources- those things that keep us going. Are you open to exploring your own road of recovery?

Hi, I’m Linden, I work with clients who have used or are using psychedelics or ketamine for healing purposes and are looking for a therapist/guide to help with integration. The world of psychedelics can be a challenging one to navigate and I am experienced with the integration of journies and knowledgeable as to how to use these tools to create life-changing transformations. I am currently getting certified by the Integrative Psychiatry Institute in ketamine integration therapy and I am passionate about the efficacy of responsible and ethical use of these tools in the realm of mental health.

Are you struggling? In your relationships, with major change, self-worth, or trauma? I want to listen, understand, and support you with empathy and without judgment. Let me help you use life's challenging times as a springboard for growth and change toward the life you want. I'll help you uncover core patterns, gain new self-awareness, and develop strategies and skills to help you survive and thrive in the days ahead. I am a U.S. Navy and corporate veteran ready to leverage our combined wisdom and energies for you. Let's create a safe haven for your healing journey!

Welcome. I'm glad you are here. As a counselor I assist clients struggling with trauma, relationship issues, family difficulties, anxiety, life transitions, and grief/loss. I have extensive training and utilize the Gottman method for couples, EMDR for trauma in addition to cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, somatic processing, neuroscience, Polyvagal theory, Emotion Focused therapy and attachment theory. I view counseling as an active relationship and it is through our relationships that we have an opportunity to learn more about ourselves.

I help survivors of trauma and difficult childhoods cultivate a calm, congruent life. Survivors may feel emotions that seem out of place in the present moment, experiencing anxiety, depression or shame, have unusual medical issues, or perhaps trouble remembering past events. Difficulty in relationships, low self-esteem, attention issues, and problems trusting are common. If this sounds like your experience, please know it is possible to both release and integrate your past for a more fulfilled present.

If you’re tired of trying to do the work of healing on your own and are ready to have someone with skills and knowledge to lovingly support you towards your therapeutic goals, I can help. I’m passionate about helping women learn how to experience safety, belonging, and abundance in life after trauma. My work focuses on accessing your inherent strengths and resources to cultivate self-acceptance, empowerment, and even joy. I believe genuine human connection can be profoundly therapeutic, and I’m committed to offering a supportive space where you are welcome to come exactly as you are.

I'm currently accepting new clients. Whether you are struggling with Anxiety, Depression, healing from past traumas, or are working through any number of relationship or transition difficulties, you deserve a non-judgmental space to heal. Often what is most healing is the opportunity to tell your story, and receiving new, compassionate witness. Together, we will take a look at the wounded places, finding compassionate and practical ways to address them. In everything, I deeply respect your personhood, boundaries, and culture. I’m committed to creating a safe and productive space to work through whatever you feel is holding you back.

I have over 30 years experience, and specialize in helping to resolve panic attacks, anxiety, complex trauma, religious trauma and/or sexual abuse; I also work with couples counseling, Military and Combat-related PTSD, sexual addictions, nightmares, sexual abuse, and depression. I also work with time loss; Dissociative identity disorder (previously known as multiple personality disorder). I have a strong background in cross-cultural psychology, having lived outside the US and studied the nature of consciousness as a monastic for six years within other cultures; this has given me a diverse and complex perspective on life and people.

The current COVID-19 emergency has shifted the means of providing service from face to face sessions to tele-video voice and video sessions. I serve people who are suffering long periods of disruption. Therapy is a process that potentially bring about permanent relief. The journey is one where you explore your internal physical and cognitive world in the context safety. The journey is one where you explore your internal physical and cognitive world in the context safety.

I work with high performers who still struggle with feeling like they aren't good enough. There is a lingering low self-esteem that doesn't seem to make sense or go away, no matter what your life looks like. You may also struggle with relationships, attracting unhealthy partners or people who disrespect you. I help individuals uncover the deep stories that drive their lives so they actually have the freedom to live in the reality of today, rather than the painful stories that are buried in the mind. I am also a Washington State approved Supervisor for LMHCA's seeking licensure.

Are relationship issues, anxiety and/or depression keeping you up at night? The counselors at ECC will work with you to help you improve the quality of your your life and your relationships. Our dynamic team of counselors seek to understand and resolve the real-life, everyday challenges many of us face. We work with a wide range of issues and have a diverse team of therapists trained in a variety of specialties. This allows us to create a personalized treatment plan to meet your individual needs.

Areas of expertise/interest include trauma; anxiety; unipolar, bipolar and post partum depression; unresolved family of origin/relational issues; parenting; grief & loss; and developmental transitions through adolescence into adulthood.