Therapists in Mountlake Terrace, WA

I work toward helping to increase your tolerance for what may seem to be overwhelming by creating a trusting therapeutic relationship in a safe and non-judgmental environment. I believe that establishing a trusting relationship is foundation to provide you with strengths to look inward, recognize patterns of your thinking processes, and explore quality of relationship(s) that you have with yourself as well as with others.

I assist clients with exploring, understanding, and reflecting on themselves and creating their unique treatment plan, based on their unique needs, goals and strengths to improve their quality of life. As well as, monitoring their progress regularly.

I am a licensed Mental Health Counselor in practice for fifteen years, working collaboratively and interactively with individuals and couples through depression, loss and grief, anxiety-related disorders, and relationship and life transitions. I meet each situation from a place of compassion, non-judgement, and authenticity and strive to help clients find their voice, feel empowered in their life, and find healing.

Life often feels messy and leaves people forgetting our own worth, brilliance, and capability. Clients may be so overwhelmed by everything going on in their lives by the time they come to therapy that emotions become challenging to cope with, let alone understand. I take a collaborative strengths-based approach by empowering clients to examine and challenge the stories that they have come to believe about themselves. I seek to provide a safe space for you to understand your own life story and the contextual factors that impact that story and to grow more into your own authentic Self.

Life has many obstacles and challenges, and at times, it can be very overwhelming. In these moments, we need support and guidance, but it can be difficult to reach out and ask for help. You’ve taken a very important step by being here and searching for therapeutic support. I invite you to explore my website to learn more about me and my practice. If my approach feels like it may be a good fit for you, please reach out by sending me a message to inquire about availability.

I'm not sure that I have an "ideal client". I am someone who is immensely curious about the human mind, who loves a challenge, and who always wants to help. While I enjoy assisting all individuals, I am particularly passionate about and educated in maternal issues and women's issues. I am very well versed in areas such as postpartum depression, maternal regret, reproductive coercion, trauma, anxiety, addictions, and depression. I have worked with an array of presenting problems, from suicidal ideation and self harm to social anxiety. I work with anyone and everyone and I'm always looking to experience something new!

Welcome to my practice. I am a licensed Mental Health Counselor and I have worked in the mental health field for the past 5 years. I have extensive experience working with Deaf and Hard of Hearing individuals as well as the general hearing population who face a variety of mental health concerns. I enjoy working alongside clients to create a therapeutic space for them to take steps towards shifting unhelpful patterns, better understanding how their experiences and environment have shaped their inner world, and taking steps towards long lasting change.

Life can deliver waves of challenge that may come in the form of strained relationships, family conflict, divorce, parenting, grief and loss, questioning identity, kinship caregiving, among many others. These experiences have the ability to leave us feeling stuck, overwhelmed, anxious, or depressed ultimately creating barriers to inner peace. My goal is to offer a client centered, judgement free environment where we collaboratively build a treatment plan that serves your individual needs.

I believe positive transformation happens when there is collaboration for solutions, health in relationships, strengths are affirmed, and weaknesses are challenged. I offer an accepting, comfortable, and welcoming atmosphere in our therapeutic relationship. We will work together to determine the best treatment for your needs. You can expect a respectful and passionate professional who is dedicated to you and your goals. It takes courage, resilience, and humility to begin counseling and I am excited to be a part of your unique journey. Looking forward to meeting you!

When you are ready to start the process of change, which can be very challenging, you will be amazed at what you can do. My focus is very interactive. I use motivational strategies as well as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. A few other things mixed in like narrative, solution focused, coping skills, and other evidence based practices are tools available to help you along your journey. My goal is to help you determine your goals, and help you find the quality of life you've been looking for. If you have depression, anxiety, dealing with major grief issues, and/or PTSD, family relationship issues, then give me a call.

Over the years I have had the privilege to help individuals and families dealing with a range of problems, including trauma, grief and loss, addiction, mood disorders, anxiety, self-esteem and identity issues, and relationship difficulties, to name I few. I also provide psychological assessments for children and adolescents. I particularly specialize in assessing for Autism, learning and intellectual disabilities, and general diagnostic clarification.

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Substance Use Disorder Professional, Certified Nutritionist and Certified Yoga Therapist. I am focused on supporting my client’s through their struggles with a diverse and client-centered approach. Our lives are complex. Many factors can contribute to how we feel and how we are able to face challenge. As a therapist, I draw on the connection between the mind, body and emotion.

I work with couples and individuals who are motivated to make a positive change in their life. I view psychotherapy as a collaborative process where I act as a guide and facilitator providing you with new ways of understanding your experience and the necessary tools to grow beyond your current struggles. Together we will identify dysfunctional beliefs and behaviors that act as blocks to your growth and happiness. My goal is to leave you with a greater sense of freedom and empowerment to live fuller and richer lives.

Hello and welcome. I would imagine, if you’re exploring options for different treatment modalities while choosing a therapist that’s right for you, it’s for a very good reason. You may be feeling stuck, either caused by a sudden, significant “life-event” or grappling with anxiety, fear, & trauma that have seized your ability to make choices that are aligned with your health and well-being during anxious and tense moments. You may have suffered with addiction in the process of easing your daily pain. You are not alone, but how you address these issues is unique to you,

Finding one’s self can be trying and often feels circular and defeating. Many people find themselves feeling as though they are continuing the same patterns to little avail. I believe that most of our behaviors serve a purpose for better, or for worse. By gaining greater understanding into our patterns, we are able to gain flexibility in how we approach life’s trials and tribulations. Through an authentic and warm relationship, I believe individuals can find ways of approaching their difficulties with confidence. Whether situational or organic, I therapeutically address most difficulties you, or someone you care for, may possess.

I know life is complicated and you would not be seeking therapy if you were not in one of those complicated moments in life, whether it be about a relationship with your spouse, your child or simply with yourself. My goal is to help you find a way to navigate those muddy waters and to make life not quite so rocky. I personally have a passion for parents and kids. I have worked in the field of child welfare and adoption and have seen the impact trauma has on the young and the old. I recognize how early childhood trauma impacts an individual throughout their life and impacts all relationships.

My approach to counseling is through the lens of trauma which allows me to be empathetic to the various life events that my clients have experienced and how those events shape their worldview and how they navigate it. I have experience working with clients ages 4-20+ who have experienced physical and sexual abuse, as well as those struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, shame, guilt, and so much more. I have also facilitated teen support groups and parenting support groups for mothers with newborns.

My therapy practice is centered in helping people discover the strength they already have, but have been struggling to use. Therapy can be useful for anyone, but sometimes finding the strength to seek out help can be the hardest part. I use a non-judgemental, empathetic, and casual approach with my clients to meet them wherever they are in their lives. Together, we establish goals and solutions. I work with those who are struggling with self-expression and effective communication as well as those who are having difficulty with identity exploration within and outside of relationships.

Micaela is a passionate, empathetic therapist whose approach is based in collaboration, humor, and the therapeutic relationship. As a multi-racial, cis-gender woman, and AuDHD human, Micaela strives to utilize her privilege to advocate for changes in oppressive systems while also understanding the difficulties one can face. Micaela understands the importance of tackling the intersectional identities of those with whom she works. She strives to practice therapy in a compassionate manner and to practice critical self-awareness, through eliciting feedback throughout the therapeutic process.