Female Therapists in La Center, WA

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Britt Ricci
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MSW
Verified Verified
La Center, WA 98629
We all go through challenges in life that feel overwhelming and unmanageable. Choosing to find someone who can assist you through this time is a great gift to yourself and those that love you. An important part of this process is finding a therapist who you feel comfortable with and can trust. I provide a safe and supportive environment to work on these issues together and to find a better understanding around how to make positive change in your life. I offer space to explore your issue and also practical feedback around changes that could positively influence the issue at hand.
We all go through challenges in life that feel overwhelming and unmanageable. Choosing to find someone who can assist you through this time is a great gift to yourself and those that love you. An important part of this process is finding a therapist who you feel comfortable with and can trust. I provide a safe and supportive environment to work on these issues together and to find a better understanding around how to make positive change in your life. I offer space to explore your issue and also practical feedback around changes that could positively influence the issue at hand.
(360) 553-0268 View (360) 553-0268
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Janese Leatherbury
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
La Center, WA 98629
As we journey through life, we will inevitably face many challenges and periods of growth or set-back. Whether navigating challenging emotions, life transitions, career or relationship difficulties, or confronting unresolved trauma, these experiences may result in mental health symptoms. Challenges with mental health can manifest as a sense of being trapped in an unfulfilling life, difficulty releasing painful aspects of the past, or feeling weighed down by life's demands. A common outcome of experiences of trauma, depression, and anxiety is the emergence of negative thoughts and a distorted perception of self.
As we journey through life, we will inevitably face many challenges and periods of growth or set-back. Whether navigating challenging emotions, life transitions, career or relationship difficulties, or confronting unresolved trauma, these experiences may result in mental health symptoms. Challenges with mental health can manifest as a sense of being trapped in an unfulfilling life, difficulty releasing painful aspects of the past, or feeling weighed down by life's demands. A common outcome of experiences of trauma, depression, and anxiety is the emergence of negative thoughts and a distorted perception of self.
(360) 657-9505 View (360) 657-9505
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Samantha C Cunningham
Counselor, MA, LMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
La Center, WA 98629
Not accepting new clients
People thrive when they are connected to others, but the pain, stress, and struggles of life often leave us feeling very alone. My practice includes individuals, couples, and families who are wanting to find solace in their experiences. I connect with clients by creating safety, understanding their unique point of view, focusing on their strengths, and collaborating with them to build a plan for treatment. My clients find space in their world to find hope in the midst of pain, courageously explore change, set goals, embrace healthy beliefs, learn new skills, make positive life choices, achieve balance, and heal.
People thrive when they are connected to others, but the pain, stress, and struggles of life often leave us feeling very alone. My practice includes individuals, couples, and families who are wanting to find solace in their experiences. I connect with clients by creating safety, understanding their unique point of view, focusing on their strengths, and collaborating with them to build a plan for treatment. My clients find space in their world to find hope in the midst of pain, courageously explore change, set goals, embrace healthy beliefs, learn new skills, make positive life choices, achieve balance, and heal.
(360) 234-3575 View (360) 234-3575

More Therapists Nearby

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Kate Hosie
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Battle Ground, WA 98604
I believe that every person can thrive. I work with individuals, children, and their families to learn how to manage their thoughts and emotions in healthy ways.
I believe that every person can thrive. I work with individuals, children, and their families to learn how to manage their thoughts and emotions in healthy ways.
(360) 234-3158 View (360) 234-3158
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Jody Witman
Counselor, MA, MHP, LMHC
Verified Verified
Battle Ground, WA 98604
“The fundamental principle in care of the soul is that the soul needs tending. If we do not tend to things in their suffering, and decay, we risk living the life of the walking dead.” ~Thomas Moore. As I acquire experience as a therapist, it has become apparent that the therapeutic relationship between the counselor and the client is crucial to the success of the client. Counseling is based on trust and the professional connection, and through that connection, the counseling session becomes a co-creation that can unlock the client’s barriers to a fulfilling life.
“The fundamental principle in care of the soul is that the soul needs tending. If we do not tend to things in their suffering, and decay, we risk living the life of the walking dead.” ~Thomas Moore. As I acquire experience as a therapist, it has become apparent that the therapeutic relationship between the counselor and the client is crucial to the success of the client. Counseling is based on trust and the professional connection, and through that connection, the counseling session becomes a co-creation that can unlock the client’s barriers to a fulfilling life.
(360) 218-0323 View (360) 218-0323
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Laura Evans
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ridgefield, WA 98642
Times of uncertainty often draw our attention to our fears and anxieties, but they also illuminate the things that are most important to us. Whether you’re wanting to learn more about yourself; worrying about your child’s well-being; suffering the loss of a loved one; processing abuse or trauma; experiencing a major life transition; feeling unsatisfied in your relationships; or are just wanting more out of life, therapy may be a great place to start.
Times of uncertainty often draw our attention to our fears and anxieties, but they also illuminate the things that are most important to us. Whether you’re wanting to learn more about yourself; worrying about your child’s well-being; suffering the loss of a loved one; processing abuse or trauma; experiencing a major life transition; feeling unsatisfied in your relationships; or are just wanting more out of life, therapy may be a great place to start.
(360) 228-2374 View (360) 228-2374
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Leonie Fischer-Laycock
Pre-Licensed Professional, BA
Verified Verified
Ridgefield, WA 98642  (Online Only)
Welcoming new clients! I specialize in empowering clients to cultivate self-esteem and self-worth. Clients often come to me looking for help with imposter syndrome, co-dependency, ADHD, and depression. I also enjoy guiding individuals through challenges such as anxiety, family dynamics, grief, and emotional dysregulation. To me, counseling is a journey of growth, where together we uncover strengths and tackle obstacles. Observing clients embrace change on their own terms fills me with both humility and gratitude. By providing personalized strategies, I aim to empower individuals to lead fulfilling lives aligned with their values.
Welcoming new clients! I specialize in empowering clients to cultivate self-esteem and self-worth. Clients often come to me looking for help with imposter syndrome, co-dependency, ADHD, and depression. I also enjoy guiding individuals through challenges such as anxiety, family dynamics, grief, and emotional dysregulation. To me, counseling is a journey of growth, where together we uncover strengths and tackle obstacles. Observing clients embrace change on their own terms fills me with both humility and gratitude. By providing personalized strategies, I aim to empower individuals to lead fulfilling lives aligned with their values.
(360) 938-4357 View (360) 938-4357
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Kathie Ray-Annis, MSW, P.,S., Inc
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CRT, CMHP
Verified Verified
Battle Ground, WA 98604
Do you feel lost and out of control of your life? Making the decision to seek counseling takes courage. If you are reading this then I know that you are a courageous person. I know that you are seeking skills to overcome something in your life that is emotionally painful. Let me help you create a relationship with the life you want.
Do you feel lost and out of control of your life? Making the decision to seek counseling takes courage. If you are reading this then I know that you are a courageous person. I know that you are seeking skills to overcome something in your life that is emotionally painful. Let me help you create a relationship with the life you want.
(360) 663-4491 View (360) 663-4491
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B. Diane Straube
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Battle Ground, WA 98604
My approach to therapy is based on a cognitive behavioral model, helping individuals learn how to cope with intense feelings and overcome struggles through addressing both the mind and the body. I believe knowledge is power, therefore I tailor my approach to each individual yet I primarily utilizes education, skill building and challenging unhealthy thinking styles to bring about change. Of course, I attempt to mix this with the right amount of encouragement to help you get the support you cannot always get from those around you. I work with any and all individuals, ages 13 and up, regardless of personal beliefs and identities.
My approach to therapy is based on a cognitive behavioral model, helping individuals learn how to cope with intense feelings and overcome struggles through addressing both the mind and the body. I believe knowledge is power, therefore I tailor my approach to each individual yet I primarily utilizes education, skill building and challenging unhealthy thinking styles to bring about change. Of course, I attempt to mix this with the right amount of encouragement to help you get the support you cannot always get from those around you. I work with any and all individuals, ages 13 and up, regardless of personal beliefs and identities.
(360) 997-5382 View (360) 997-5382
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Sandra Hunt Bero
Counselor, MA, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Battle Ground, WA 98604
Overwhelmed? Feeling like your mind is spinning and it won't slow down? Traumatized by an event/person? Sad more than not? As a therapist, I have a long history of working with women, children and adults. I specialize in abuse issues, domestic violence, trauma, depression, anxiety, parenting, ADHD, and family issues. I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) which is the standard and most effective treatment for psychological trauma. Having support is key to a healthy and balanced life.
Overwhelmed? Feeling like your mind is spinning and it won't slow down? Traumatized by an event/person? Sad more than not? As a therapist, I have a long history of working with women, children and adults. I specialize in abuse issues, domestic violence, trauma, depression, anxiety, parenting, ADHD, and family issues. I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) which is the standard and most effective treatment for psychological trauma. Having support is key to a healthy and balanced life.
(360) 524-3832 View (360) 524-3832
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Jamie Califf
Counselor, MA, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Battle Ground, WA 98604
I am committed to offering empathic rapport, evidenced based approaches, and meeting each individual right where they are. This includes integrating each individual's personal, spiritual, and cultural perspectives and experiences, at their request. I work with older kids, teens, young adults, and individual adults, seeking solutions for a variety of concerns including: depression, anxiety, stress management, trauma, communication, and relationships. I have received additional training in expressive therapies including play therapy and sand tray therapy.
I am committed to offering empathic rapport, evidenced based approaches, and meeting each individual right where they are. This includes integrating each individual's personal, spiritual, and cultural perspectives and experiences, at their request. I work with older kids, teens, young adults, and individual adults, seeking solutions for a variety of concerns including: depression, anxiety, stress management, trauma, communication, and relationships. I have received additional training in expressive therapies including play therapy and sand tray therapy.
(360) 558-3147 View (360) 558-3147
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Julie Watson
Counselor, MA, LMHC, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Battle Ground, WA 98604
Hi! I'm Julie. I help adults and teens develop the skills to tackle life’s challenges so they can experience greater confidence, purpose and fulfillment. I believe everyone has the need to be heard and known. My desire is to provide a non-judgmental and welcoming space for clients to better understand themselves, experience healing, and gain tools for navigating relationships, work, and life.
Hi! I'm Julie. I help adults and teens develop the skills to tackle life’s challenges so they can experience greater confidence, purpose and fulfillment. I believe everyone has the need to be heard and known. My desire is to provide a non-judgmental and welcoming space for clients to better understand themselves, experience healing, and gain tools for navigating relationships, work, and life.
(360) 558-3612 View (360) 558-3612
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Christine Yoshida Counseling
Counselor, MS, NCC, LMHC, LPC, NBPT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ridgefield, WA 98642
I help clients who are struggling with disordered eating, eating disorders, chronic dieting, over exercising, orthorexia, poor body image and muscle dysmorphia. Focusing on body respect, intuitive eating and joyful movement!. Whether you are actively struggling with an eating disorder or simply sick and tired of dealing with the stress, anxiety, obsession, depression and annoyance of dieting, I am here to help. I would love the opportunity to work with you and guide you in developing a healthy relationship with food and fitness.
I help clients who are struggling with disordered eating, eating disorders, chronic dieting, over exercising, orthorexia, poor body image and muscle dysmorphia. Focusing on body respect, intuitive eating and joyful movement!. Whether you are actively struggling with an eating disorder or simply sick and tired of dealing with the stress, anxiety, obsession, depression and annoyance of dieting, I am here to help. I would love the opportunity to work with you and guide you in developing a healthy relationship with food and fitness.
(360) 979-1150 View (360) 979-1150
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Holly-Marie St Pierre
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Woodland, WA 98674  (Online Only)
I help women cultivate healthy relationships and break free from patterns of dysfunctional connections. My therapeutic approach is rooted in a deep understanding of historical and intergenerational trauma, recognizing that our past experiences often shape our present behaviors and emotions. My goal is to assist you in restoring your self-esteem, helping you recognize your inherent worth and value. Through our therapeutic journey, my aim is for you to feel more connected - both to yourself and to those around you.
I help women cultivate healthy relationships and break free from patterns of dysfunctional connections. My therapeutic approach is rooted in a deep understanding of historical and intergenerational trauma, recognizing that our past experiences often shape our present behaviors and emotions. My goal is to assist you in restoring your self-esteem, helping you recognize your inherent worth and value. Through our therapeutic journey, my aim is for you to feel more connected - both to yourself and to those around you.
(360) 334-3340 View (360) 334-3340
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Rachel Kazangian
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA
Verified Verified
Ridgefield, WA 98642
I believe that our relationships are the most powerful and influential part of our lives. Whether those relationships are with our friends, family members, co-workers, or even with ourselves, they have a profound impact on our wellbeing. These connections can be a source of great joy and growth for each of us. They can also be the source of pain, anger, disappointment, and sorrow. As our relationships change throughout our lives it’s often helpful to have a safe space to process those experiences and feelings. My goal as a therapist is to ensure you have an open, accepting, and supportive setting to share and heal.
I believe that our relationships are the most powerful and influential part of our lives. Whether those relationships are with our friends, family members, co-workers, or even with ourselves, they have a profound impact on our wellbeing. These connections can be a source of great joy and growth for each of us. They can also be the source of pain, anger, disappointment, and sorrow. As our relationships change throughout our lives it’s often helpful to have a safe space to process those experiences and feelings. My goal as a therapist is to ensure you have an open, accepting, and supportive setting to share and heal.
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Gina Gamage
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
Battle Ground, WA 98604
I enjoy working with individuals to create better, more satisfying relationships with themselves and all others. I typically help clients to see the big picture and to gain more compassion, confidence, understanding, and successful coping skills. Most clients experience a significant reduction in anxiety, depression, anger, and other distressing emotions. I am comfortable helping clients work through traumatic events past or present. If you want to feel better, I would love to help you.
I enjoy working with individuals to create better, more satisfying relationships with themselves and all others. I typically help clients to see the big picture and to gain more compassion, confidence, understanding, and successful coping skills. Most clients experience a significant reduction in anxiety, depression, anger, and other distressing emotions. I am comfortable helping clients work through traumatic events past or present. If you want to feel better, I would love to help you.
(360) 524-4043 View (360) 524-4043
Photo of Ty Benson, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in La Center, WA
Ty Benson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSWAIC, CSWA, QMHP
Verified Verified
Ridgefield, WA 98642  (Online Only)
Assisting those with who have lived experience with trauma, oppression, relationships, addiction to substances/gambling and whatever difficulties or pain one may be experiencing. I appreciate being a position to be able to assist others with navigating through the healing and therapeutic process. As a therapist utilizing culturally relevant approaches to my clinical interventions is imperative to the services I provide. The service I will provide will be individualistic and together we will determine the best modalities to use moving forward. Assuring my client is respected and heard.
Assisting those with who have lived experience with trauma, oppression, relationships, addiction to substances/gambling and whatever difficulties or pain one may be experiencing. I appreciate being a position to be able to assist others with navigating through the healing and therapeutic process. As a therapist utilizing culturally relevant approaches to my clinical interventions is imperative to the services I provide. The service I will provide will be individualistic and together we will determine the best modalities to use moving forward. Assuring my client is respected and heard.
(360) 429-0821 View (360) 429-0821
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Stacy Cotteleer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Battle Ground, WA 98604
Feeling overwhelmed? Not sure where to start in order to feel better? I have been working in the mental health sector for nearly twenty years providing crisis intervention, psychoeducation, and outpatient support. My greatest passion is supporting people in all walks of life to find emotional, physical, and spiritual BALANCE. Whether you are struggling with day-to-day stressors, a challenging life transition, or difficulty in relationships, I am here to support you in finding your way back to center. My promise to you is to listen well and work collaboratively in pursuing your goals in order to feel better and thrive.
Feeling overwhelmed? Not sure where to start in order to feel better? I have been working in the mental health sector for nearly twenty years providing crisis intervention, psychoeducation, and outpatient support. My greatest passion is supporting people in all walks of life to find emotional, physical, and spiritual BALANCE. Whether you are struggling with day-to-day stressors, a challenging life transition, or difficulty in relationships, I am here to support you in finding your way back to center. My promise to you is to listen well and work collaboratively in pursuing your goals in order to feel better and thrive.
(360) 345-3670 View (360) 345-3670
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Linnea Miller
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Woodland, WA 98674  (Online Only)
In this chaotic world, I want to help you be able to say "things may not be okay - but I'm okay". Let's work together to find your inner-peace and strength.
In this chaotic world, I want to help you be able to say "things may not be okay - but I'm okay". Let's work together to find your inner-peace and strength.
(360) 732-8371 View (360) 732-8371
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Meredith Joy Barbieri
Counselor, MA, LMHCA
Verified Verified
Ridgefield, WA 98642
Hi, I’m Meredith! As an art therapist, I work from a relational and compassionate approach, offering clients a safe place to navigate life’s challenges. It is my joy and privilege to help build a framework for clients as they pursue their goals, knowing they are not alone. You do not have to be an “artist” to benefit from art therapy. I believe that we were created to create - whether that is in the process of art making, crafting healthy relationships, or recreating thoughts and behaviors to best support the needs you have in building the life you wish to live.
Hi, I’m Meredith! As an art therapist, I work from a relational and compassionate approach, offering clients a safe place to navigate life’s challenges. It is my joy and privilege to help build a framework for clients as they pursue their goals, knowing they are not alone. You do not have to be an “artist” to benefit from art therapy. I believe that we were created to create - whether that is in the process of art making, crafting healthy relationships, or recreating thoughts and behaviors to best support the needs you have in building the life you wish to live.
(360) 569-1924 View (360) 569-1924
Female Therapists

Does it matter what gender my therapist is?

In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.

Should I see a female therapist?

Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.

Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?

Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.

How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?

It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.