Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists in Oak Harbor, WA

Let’s explore the emotions and fears that prevent you from experiencing your optimal self. Together, we will create a safe space to share, explore, and grow, enabling you to become who you want to be. The work we do together is designed to allow you to further your journey of growth for years to come. Your unique experiences will be embraced with empathy, compassion, and without judgment. Whether laughing or crying, we’ll do it together.

Molina insurance happily accepted! Life can get so out of control that we feel like we are running behind a train, never able to keep up or get on board. If you connect with any of the following statements, we should talk. I feel overwhelmed to the point of shutting down. I want to make life changes. Intrusive thoughts are ambushing me. Procrastination, yep. I feel exhausted after social engagements. I don’t know if I love my partner. My family acts like the trauma never happened. Depression and anxiety have infiltrated my life. I never expected this kind of financial or employment instability. I just need to talk to someone.

Accepting New Telehealth Clients in Washington - would you be open to adding to your support system? You deserve to feel heard, supported, valued, and important by your provider. Together, we can build trust through creative problem-solving and validation without any judgment, unsolicited advice, or criticism. I am passionate about each and every person feeling free to choose who is in their corner, and if you would like to add me to your team, reach out as soon as you feel comfortable to do so.

In life it can feel like there are many barriers we have to break through. We feel like all the pressure is on us and sometimes we do not feel supported, seen, or understood. We may doubt ourselves. We have the pressure of career, children (postpartum and fertility), relationships, and it can be exhausting, not to mention overwhelming. Also, military families experience that at a double rate! However, we do not have to break those barriers down alone! Our goal is to help our clients understand self-love, compassion, and assist in problem solve and create a safe space to overcome the barriers in life.

Are you alone and feeling no support? Is your teenager struggling to be part of your family? Whether your teen is acting out through high-risk behaviors or isolating through technology, your family is probably feeling the strain. When you aren't sure how to help your teen or what they truly need, it can feel overwhelming and hopeless. I'm here to support you, your teen, and your family so you can move through your challenges together. Individuals seeking help with depressive or anxious feelings can find solutions through me as well.

“To be a service to others is a rewarding experience especially within the helping profession of therapy and healing. It is a constant challenge to respond creatively to new and existing problems which makes the stress of this work well worth the effort put forth to initiate the process of healing. The therapeutic embroidery consists of given opportunities to learn from one another, client to therapist -therapist to client. It is in recognizing a myriad of vulnerability, a hopelessness and some shattered dream that I engage my clients to make sense of their experiences and champion them on to healing that is oh so possible.

I serve couples in crisis who are searching for clarity and confidence to make decisions about the future of their relationship; and those seeking couples’ therapy. I also counsel individuals feeling stuck due to trauma or other challenges. My clients are interested in turning towards solutions.

Are you navigating the emotional ups and downs of creating a family, navigating childbirth, and becoming a parent? I am an experienced perinatal mental health therapist here to provide you with compassionate support and expert guidance every step of the way. As a perinatal mental health specialist, I am committed to creating a safe and supportive space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and concerns without judgment. Whether you're experiencing anxiety, depression, mood swings, or simply adjusting to the challenges of parenthood, I will be there to help you navigate these challenges with understanding and empathy.

David works with clients to understand challenges, to develop specific goals, and to promote wellness using a variety of tools from therapeutic modalities including empathetic Person-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT), and Motivational Interviewing (MI). David draws from experience working with individuals and families as an educator, birth doula, Guardian ad Litem, mediator, and counselor. David is also approved by WA State to complete DVIT Domestic Violence Assessments and Treatment.

I Am Currently Accepting New Clients. It can be hard to find the right counselor! Where does one begin? I have helped hundreds of clients overcome depression, anxiety, trauma, and a variety of complex issues in a private practice setting for over a decade. I appreciate authentic and honest clients that are interested in a safe space to do the hard work to change their life. Therapy is always designed to get you to your goal.

I primarily work with adult individuals and adult couples (for sexual health concerns). Telehealth only. I believe, as human beings, we want to feel respected, loved, valued, appreciated, and understood. I believe most of us want to make a difference in the lives of those around us - our loved ones, friends and community. Navigating life can be difficult at times. We can all benefit from a safe, knowledgeable, and compassionate guide. I strive to help people become more connected to themselves, so that we can connect more authentically to others and expand our capacity to feel better and cultivate lasting fulfillment.