Humanistic Therapists in Mountlake Terrace, WA

Are you feeling not right in your body or as if you don’t belong to the gender you were assigned at birth? Are you afraid to come out to someone you love? Did your partner or spouse tell you he/she/they are transgender and you are left with confusion and fear? Are you a parent of a child who came out to you and identifies as LBGTQIA and you don’t know how to process your feelings or take a deeper look within? Do you use substances and feel stigmatized by being called an “addict” with no hope for support? Do you use substances and are not ready to stop, but want someone to talk to that will accept you where you are at?

I am accepting new clients mornings and early afternoons most weekdays. My ideal clients are those who have felt excluded or judged because of their gender, illness status, diversity, sexual orientation, or religion. I believe everyone has the right to live their individual best lives, regardless of barriers they may face.

Why go to therapy? You might seek therapy when experiencing emotional pain or stress, even confusion about a situation or about yourself. Life challenges can pile up and seem overwhelming. Worry can interfere with relationships, work, and sleep. One goal of therapy is to relieve stress and every session should offer greater understanding of issues and relief in some way. Maybe you feel all alone with your concerns—it’s normal to feel that way. Therapy offers a place of understanding and acceptance, a place to be heard, and for you to feel safe with all of your feelings and thoughts, even those that you might feel are strange.

As we struggle with life’s inevitable challenges, sometimes we get stuck in survival mode and lose touch with our sense of peace, joy and wholeness. We may feel lost or overwhelmed, unable to change or move forward. We may feel defective in some way, disconnected from Self and others, or as if we are not seen or accepted for who we are. Having a safe, non-judgmental, confidential relationship in which to explore our thoughts, feelings, challenges and hopes can be deeply healing and help us to find our way. It would be my honor and privilege to provide this for you as an ally on your path to wholeness.

Hello! I'm a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker providing trauma-focused psychotherapy in WA state. You may be struggling with feeling emotionally disconnected, shut down, or numb. You may feel lonely even in your closest relationships. You may find yourself intellectualizing or otherwise avoiding emotions and suspect it may be connected to a painful past. I love helping clients overcome and thrive in spite of their history, feel more comfortable in their own skin, expand capacity for a broader emotional experience, and be more connected to self and others.

My goal is to help rehabilitate and uplift 1,000 people through therapeutic treatment, online psychoeducation, and my workbooks. Yogananda said it best, “A person who has reformed themselves will reform thousands.” Currently, I am working in private practice treating kids as young as 8 to adult clients for trauma, depression, anxiety, and interpersonal issues. I use many modalities in treatment including CBT, DBT, attachment theory, interpersonal outcomes method, boundaries, mindfulness, meditation, art therapy, and lifespan integration.

I work with adults who struggle to fit the mold of what's expected for them - by the people in their lives, by dominant cultural narratives, or by their own internal messaging. There are so many stories of who we are "supposed" to be - it can be overwhelming and disheartening to be met with struggle everywhere you turn and to not feel like you're living your most authentic life. While I welcome clients of many different backgrounds, I have particular experience working with clients experiencing chronic illness & pain, anxiety & depression, low self-worth, indecision, and disconnection from others.

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 clinical social worker licensed in Washington with over 8 year’s experience working with children, adolescents and adults. I have a person-centered approach and always aim to gather information from all aspects of a person’s life. From childhood to present and integrate diversity and multicultural aspects into treatment. I enjoy supporting clients in their counseling journey while providing them with resources and connecting them to services when needs are not being met. I value the insight of my clients and strive to provide a safe, nurturing environment for them to process whatever concerns they may be feeling.

My aim is to help those clients who want to use therapy for insight, self-exploration, healing and personal growth. My theoretical approach is holistic and relational, which means - together, we can explore the ways in which your personal history and learned habits may still be influencing your emotions, coping patterns and behaviors -- ultimately affecting your sense of self. Together we’ll sort out your feelings so that you can more fluidly access your innate capacity for compassionate self-care. I encourage a mindfulness focus to engage your “in-the-moment” experience. Our therapeutic connection can serve as a rich resource.

I am a mental health therapist and sport psychology consultant. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or navigating life's transitions, know that you're not alone. My role as a clinician is to create a safe space to explore challenges and work towards goals together without judgment. I encourage curiosity throughout sessions to promote awareness, connections, and insight. I draw from various theories and techniques, including cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness-based therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and solution-focused approaches.

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.

My approach to therapy is focused on being collaborative, didactic and solution focused, while utilizing multicultural counseling competencies. My experience includes working in community mental health, K-12 schools, 2-year colleges and private practice, where I have addressed a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, stress, perfectionism, transitions, racism, and multicultural issues. My primary interest is in working with adults motivated to engage in the process of personal growth.

I am extremely passionate about supporting your process through providing a safe and inviting experience that goes at the pace in which you feel most comfortable and tailors to your specific needs. I am also an avid believer in empowering individuals to feel self-sufficient through the process of recognizing your own strengths, allowing those strengths to expand and grow, and gain tools that you will be able to internalize and apply outside of our sessions to help you with your everyday life.

I view therapy as an active progress on the part of you (the client) to build trust, establish a healthy foundation within yourself, and learn to face your past and current behavior with integrity and accountability. I provide therapy that is outside the box and traditional cognitive- behavioral therapy. I assist you with developing positive actions and find your inner spark to help your shift how you feel about yourself. I help you take an active role in your life, take the power out of the stories you tell yourself, and gain a realistic perspective of yourself.

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.

Hello there, and thanks for taking the time to look at my profile! Since a young age, I have been passionate about mental health, mindfulness, and becoming the best possible therapist for my clients. I have my own private practice called Annette's Mindful Therapy Practice (PLLC). Currently I work with Mindful Therapy Group. I'm looking forward to meeting you, and answering any questions you may have!

After years of working alongside people struggling with substance use and mental health disorders, I have come to learn the importance of understanding each person as an individual with individual needs and the need for community and acceptance. I believe that each person can develop a deeper sense of self through viewing therapy as a journey that allows for learning, awareness, and self-compassion. We will work together in discovering your resiliency, to foster your sense of self, and to gain the confidence in learning and applying new ways to cope with life’s events.

Hello and welcome! My approach to counseling is collaborative, meaning that I want to build a relationship with you so that we can tackle your goals together. I will meet you where you are at in life! Counseling sometimes involves discussing unpleasant aspects of your life, and you could experience feelings of sadness, guilt, anger, frustration, loneliness, and helplessness. I cultivate a safe environment that allows for the space to talk about things that might otherwise feel uncomfortable and shameful without judgment. Your story is unique and so is your path to growth and healing, I would be honored to be a part of the journey!