Eclectic Therapists in Olympia, WA

I offer therapeutic companionship for adults who are experiencing grief and loss, breakups, anxiety, identity crisis, depression, self-doubt, burnout due to performance and perfectionism, creative blocks, and troubles with intimacy. I am most interested in grief, and the relationship it has with being alive. I am here to bear witness to that grief and honor it. I am here to help you explore your pain in a way that de-centers "fixing" or solution-finding and focuses instead on identifying the conditions necessary to help you life a full, wholehearted, self-led, textured life where you get to experience a full range of emotions.

Are you feeling stuck, confused...and don’t know how to move forward? I now offer A.R.T. or Accelerated Resolution Therapy, and Brainspotting in addition to Clinical Hypnotherapy and Past Life Regression. All are truly unique ways of healing and finding relief. Clients are reporting less anxiety, less repetitive thinking, and more calm. More ability to self-regulate and move forward in relationships, work and life.

I am genuinely interested in guiding my clients to cultivate a greater degree of resilience to life's inevitable challenges. Among other things, I teach clients to utilize mindfulness practices to calibrate their moods, alter their attitudes, develop greater mental flexibility, and improve overall happiness and well being. This approach works as a positive foundation for most issues that bring clients to my counseling office: counteracting depression or anxiety, accepting grief and loss, parenting, improving significant relationships, addressing post-partum mood disorders, and dealing with the challenges of life in general.

As an Asian American therapist, I have the unique perspective that comes with the BIPOC community and I take pride in creating a safe and judgement free environment. My "ideal" client would be someone who is willing to get out of their comfort zone to gain the life they want to enjoy and love. A client who is open, honest, and willing to ask for help. I get excited when clients talk to me about the changes they want to make in their life and It excites me to see the possibility of change! Come as you are and we will navigate the rest together.

You try your best to focus, but you just can’t concentrate. As soon as you let your guard down, even for a moment, the familiar sense of panic gets it's grip on you. It clouds your mind with fear and makes even the simplest tasks impossible. You’ve experienced some bad situations, but you thought you were over it now. Unfortunately, the painful past isn’t done with you. There’s a hard knot in the pit of your belly that won't go away. Horrible memories play on repeat in your mind. Now it’s affecting every aspect of your life. It’s hard to feel close to anyone. You want to make a change, but it feels so hopeless.

Now accepting some insurance. Liminal is the Latin word for "threshold". A time where we are no longer where we were, but do not yet see where we will be. It is the in between time. Most of us experience times like this in our lives; at the end of a relationship, between jobs, certain developmental stages like mid life -elder, empty nest, any time our roles or sense of identity are changing. We may experience uncertainty, unease or even fear. We may simply not have a clear vision for where we want to be. It is a time we often reach out for help in sorting through what was, is, and may yet be.

Are you suffering with anxiety and depression every day? Do you experience current triggers associated with past childhood or recent trauma? Most importantly, are these symptoms interfering with your daily life - are they making it difficult to impossible for you to experience joy and happiness? If you're reading this, then you are driven to recovery, which is the first and most important step to healing these symptoms. Childhood trauma (neglect, verbal, mental, emotional, physical, sexual abuse) can have a lasting effect on our lives, and we get stuck with negative beliefs and negative internalized stories about ourselves.

All I care about is that the people I work with are sincerely looking for some kind of change. It's my responsibility to help that happen.

Are you experiencing emotional pain, discomfort, or uncertainty around your sexuality? If you are questioning gender or sexual orientation, trying to figure out dating, wishing you could have more or better sex, struggling to relate to a partner, reclaiming your body after childbirth, healing from sexual trauma, exploring kinks, opening your relationship, or adapting to the changes of aging, I can help you navigate these challenges and build skills for improved health, pleasure, and connection. Visit my website to schedule a free 15 minute consultation.

I enjoy working with adults exploring relationships, family of origin concerns, depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress (and growth), grief and loss, and transitions. Each client may seek therapy for different reasons, often because something in their lives has become uncomfortable, unhealthy, unsustainable, intolerable – but each client is so much more than their problem. I've worked with everyone from high school dropouts to combat veterans to long term care residents, and everyone in between ... In every one I see another facet of the best of what it means to be human, and I love to show up and see what we learn together.

We are living in challenging times. If you are struggling, it means you are human. Know that asking for help is a strength. My therapy is collaborative, client-centered, strength-based with a commitment to anti-oppression. I work from an attachment perspective that is emotionally focused. As a family therapist, I believe your family of origin influences the dynamics in your relationships and patterns of behavior. I believe connection is important in your healing. Thus, I work to create a safe therapeutic environment where growth can flourish. I bring my full self to my work – my optimism, my directness, my persistence, my humor.

You’ve probably already read books like The Power of Now, The Secret, and The Four Agreements but still feel a bit lost. You wake up in the morning, trudge through your day, do your best to get things done on your never ending list, just to have it start over again. You ask yourself questions like: What am I even doing? Where do I want to go? What do I want to be? What do I even want to do with my life? We’re all still constantly figuring it out and doing our best, but there are things we can do to better understand what it is we want to create so we can start actually manifesting the future we want into existence.

You are anxious and stressed. You feel like no matter how hard you try, it’s just not good enough. You’re feeling overwhelmed by life; thinking that others’ problems are more serious and you don’t want to bring anyone down by sharing your struggles and challenges in relationships, parenting, work stress, and juggling the demands of life. Your best never feels quite good enough and you don’t know who to turn to. Whether it’s challenging relationships, coping with a loss, struggling through a transition, or work stress--you just don’t feel like you’re managing and definitely not thriving in your life.

I offer a safe and compassionate space to explore the issues that matter most to you. Sessions might involve us talking about what's currently going on, while also taking time for you to pay attention to how you physically experience your emotions and what those emotions are trying to tell you. We will work to welcome all of your experience. Symptoms of stress, anxiety, depression etc. are communicating something, and together we can get curious and listen. I believe that each person has the truth inside them and therapy can be a place to discover and honor that truth. I currently meet with clients through video or phone sessions.

Embarking on the journey to find a therapist signifies a recognition that something in your life needs attention and care. Life's stressors and traumatic experiences can make it feel as though your world is unraveling. The simple act of reaching out for help may seem overwhelming, and I am here to ease the process of change, to be a supportive ally on your path. My therapy style is designed for neurodivergent individuals aged 14+. Together, we'll explore distinctive pathways, empowering you to face challenges with renewed hope and a unique perspective shaped by the autistic/ADHD experience.

In my work with individuals, I work with my clients as a trusted confidant, partner in problem-solving, and empathetic witness to their lives. For many, therapy can be a powerful tool in establishing a more balanced and fulfilling life. It is an honor and a privilege to assist those working towards positive change in their lives. Issues commonly addressed include anxiety, difficulties with sustained attention, obsessive/compulsive thoughts and behaviors, and challenging life transitions.

HELPING PEOPLE DISCOVER NEW POSSIBILITIES! Do you want: Help overcoming challenges or issues your are facing? Help to experience more fulfilling and meaningful relationships? Help addressing anxiety, fear, depression or self esteem issues? Help with child mood /behavior problems? Help working through major life transitions? Help discovering your life passion, vision and goals? Help making a career change? I provide a supportive, non-judgmental, and confidential place where you can discover, learn and grow. We work together to explore issues and develop solutions to fit your needs so that you can experience a healthier and happier life.

Life is difficult and hope is essential. Finding ways to thrive despite our challenges begins with the first step of reaching out and asking for help. This requires tremendous courage and is the cornerstone of growth. I seek to support your journey to healing from an integrative, person-centered approach, Wherever you are on this journey, my approach is holistic, collaborative, and non-judgmental. I am committed to providing a safe environment where individuals can identify their strengths, work through self-defeating behaviors so they can achieve a happier and healthier life.

I offer therapy to a broad population, with specific interest and focus in relationship therapy for clients in ENM, polyamorous, CNM, or other non-traditional relationship structures. I am passionate about working with clients who are seeking support for ADHD, and have extensive training in diagnosis, symptom management, and skill development for ADHD symptoms or diagnoses. I also specialize in disordered eating, poor body image, and burnout-all of which are often co-occurring with ADHD.