In Person Therapists in Port Townsend, WA
Habits are hard to change; often impossible to see clearly. Yet most reactive patterns are habits. Many habitual, reactive patterns create obstacles for healthy relationships this leads to feelings of anxiety and depression. You may feel trapped in repetitive cycles asking yourself "why do I keep doing this?" "why does this keep happening?" Therapy helps. My goal is to provide you with a safe space to explore and change. To support insight and your ability to connect with others. Clearing away habitual patterns gives you access to a clear mind and open heart.
Habits are hard to change; often impossible to see clearly. Yet most reactive patterns are habits. Many habitual, reactive patterns create obstacles for healthy relationships this leads to feelings of anxiety and depression. You may feel trapped in repetitive cycles asking yourself "why do I keep doing this?" "why does this keep happening?" Therapy helps. My goal is to provide you with a safe space to explore and change. To support insight and your ability to connect with others. Clearing away habitual patterns gives you access to a clear mind and open heart.
I offer sessions in-person (my office or your home or facility) or online.
Can you imagine that it's possible to behold your journey as an opportunity for growth, healing and enriched connections? What would it be like to know that you have the capacity to hold both grief and gratitude? It could be that you have come to a cross-road or are standing on significant thresholds as you face transitions, challenges and decision-making. Maybe grief has cracked you open, or you are struggling with illness and long to discover meaning and balance once again. Perhaps you have an emergent sense that there is “something more” that you are yearning for?
I offer sessions in-person (my office or your home or facility) or online.
Can you imagine that it's possible to behold your journey as an opportunity for growth, healing and enriched connections? What would it be like to know that you have the capacity to hold both grief and gratitude? It could be that you have come to a cross-road or are standing on significant thresholds as you face transitions, challenges and decision-making. Maybe grief has cracked you open, or you are struggling with illness and long to discover meaning and balance once again. Perhaps you have an emergent sense that there is “something more” that you are yearning for?
I offer in-person sessions both in my office and outdoors (walking or running).
I work with individuals, couples, and families to address issues ranging from relational conflict to the broad spectrum of mental health. Through an eclectic approach utilizing cognitive behavioral, solution-focused, and family systems-based modalities, I explore current problems within the social, cultural, and environmental context of life experiences and the impact these experiences have on both physical and mental health. I often approach the presenting issue as a symptom and endeavor to assist clients in developing an understanding of the function that problem serves and how to achieve that same function with more desired outcomes.
I offer in-person sessions both in my office and outdoors (walking or running).
I work with individuals, couples, and families to address issues ranging from relational conflict to the broad spectrum of mental health. Through an eclectic approach utilizing cognitive behavioral, solution-focused, and family systems-based modalities, I explore current problems within the social, cultural, and environmental context of life experiences and the impact these experiences have on both physical and mental health. I often approach the presenting issue as a symptom and endeavor to assist clients in developing an understanding of the function that problem serves and how to achieve that same function with more desired outcomes.
I provide a place of warmth, attentive presence and compassion for those seeking clarity and ease of suffering. Stress, trauma, aging, change, grief, isolation, are addressed in the therapeutic relationship that we establish together. I am mindful of one's history, present relationships, work situations, cultural bias's, physical health. I guide a mutual inquiry towards rediscovering the workability of relationships and life's situations. I deeply honor the courage and resolve it takes to seek support and counsel.
I provide a place of warmth, attentive presence and compassion for those seeking clarity and ease of suffering. Stress, trauma, aging, change, grief, isolation, are addressed in the therapeutic relationship that we establish together. I am mindful of one's history, present relationships, work situations, cultural bias's, physical health. I guide a mutual inquiry towards rediscovering the workability of relationships and life's situations. I deeply honor the courage and resolve it takes to seek support and counsel.
I offer therapy sessions in-person and am located in Port Townsend, WA.
Have you been to talk therapy for traumatic experiences in the past only to have symptoms resurface over time? Do you feel disconnected from others or live with ongoing shame and guilt? Maybe you feel anxious, depressed, or triggered by everyday situations resulting in confusion and fear? I offer powerful somatic and mindfulness-based interventions like EMDR, Safe and Sound Protocol, and Brainspotting, along with traditional therapy, to guide you as you make use of your own innate healing properties to experience relief and wellness. I work creatively with each client to incorporate the modalities that feel safe and most beneficial.
I offer therapy sessions in-person and am located in Port Townsend, WA.
Have you been to talk therapy for traumatic experiences in the past only to have symptoms resurface over time? Do you feel disconnected from others or live with ongoing shame and guilt? Maybe you feel anxious, depressed, or triggered by everyday situations resulting in confusion and fear? I offer powerful somatic and mindfulness-based interventions like EMDR, Safe and Sound Protocol, and Brainspotting, along with traditional therapy, to guide you as you make use of your own innate healing properties to experience relief and wellness. I work creatively with each client to incorporate the modalities that feel safe and most beneficial.
Hello! I offer a warm, trauma-informed approach to therapy for people navigating anxiety, trauma, identity exploration, grief, and life transitions. My work is humanistic, relational, and grounded in mindfulness, authenticity, and compassionate connection.
I especially enjoy supporting queer, trans, neurodivergent, and spiritually diverse clients exploring emotional overwhelm, belonging, and self-understanding. My hope is that through our work, you feel more grounded, connected, and able to move through life with greater self-trust and authenticity.
Hello! I offer a warm, trauma-informed approach to therapy for people navigating anxiety, trauma, identity exploration, grief, and life transitions. My work is humanistic, relational, and grounded in mindfulness, authenticity, and compassionate connection.
I especially enjoy supporting queer, trans, neurodivergent, and spiritually diverse clients exploring emotional overwhelm, belonging, and self-understanding. My hope is that through our work, you feel more grounded, connected, and able to move through life with greater self-trust and authenticity.
You can recover your authentic self! My compassionate and accepting approach uses a variety of simple and effective techniques to help clients understand themselves, make clear and conscious choices, learn to listen to their own inner wisdom, set healthy boundaries, fulfill their own deepest needs, and become their most authentic selves.
You can recover your authentic self! My compassionate and accepting approach uses a variety of simple and effective techniques to help clients understand themselves, make clear and conscious choices, learn to listen to their own inner wisdom, set healthy boundaries, fulfill their own deepest needs, and become their most authentic selves.
I provide confidential HIPPA compliant online appointments and some in person sessions.
I've lived in the PNW for nearly 30 years via Miami and originally, from New York City. I received a BFA from the Rochester Institute of Technology and worked as a professional photographer. In Seattle, I worked for Microsoft and lead self-actualization seminars before earning a Masters in Existential Psychology from Seattle University. I practice Existential Integrative therapy and study mindfulness and eastern philosophy. I'm interested in the ways these converge, how people construct meaning and how clients use this capacity to generate self-awareness and walk a new pathway forward. I'm ACT & EFT informed.
I provide confidential HIPPA compliant online appointments and some in person sessions.
I've lived in the PNW for nearly 30 years via Miami and originally, from New York City. I received a BFA from the Rochester Institute of Technology and worked as a professional photographer. In Seattle, I worked for Microsoft and lead self-actualization seminars before earning a Masters in Existential Psychology from Seattle University. I practice Existential Integrative therapy and study mindfulness and eastern philosophy. I'm interested in the ways these converge, how people construct meaning and how clients use this capacity to generate self-awareness and walk a new pathway forward. I'm ACT & EFT informed.
Alanna
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, PMH-C
Port Townsend, WA 98368
Waitlist for new clients
I offer individual & group therapy sessions on-line to folks in WA NM, and MT - and in-person sessions in Port Townsend, WA.
The journey to parenthood is often bittersweet. Society tells us that becoming a parent will be a natural, seamless process filled with joyous moments. Unfortunately, this is often not the reality. Many individuals face a range of challenges, such as infertility, pregnancy loss, loss of identity, and perinatal depression and anxiety. I recognize and acknowledge that this can be a difficult time, and I am here to support you regardless of where you are in your journey. My focus is providing a safe space, exploring coping tools and offering strength-based solutions that can help restore your emotional well-being.
I offer individual & group therapy sessions on-line to folks in WA NM, and MT - and in-person sessions in Port Townsend, WA.
The journey to parenthood is often bittersweet. Society tells us that becoming a parent will be a natural, seamless process filled with joyous moments. Unfortunately, this is often not the reality. Many individuals face a range of challenges, such as infertility, pregnancy loss, loss of identity, and perinatal depression and anxiety. I recognize and acknowledge that this can be a difficult time, and I am here to support you regardless of where you are in your journey. My focus is providing a safe space, exploring coping tools and offering strength-based solutions that can help restore your emotional well-being.
Natalie Dettmer
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LMHC, ATR
2 Endorsed
Port Townsend, WA 98368
I know how challenging taking the first step toward getting help and support can be. It is difficult to find a therapist that feels like the right fit, to feel heard and well supported in those initial sessions. As your therapist, I will do my best to facilitate an authentic connection, where you feel seen, heard and compassionately understood. Holding space as you navigate your internal world and the way external influences (past trauma, families of origin etc) impact it will be one of my most important roles.
I know how challenging taking the first step toward getting help and support can be. It is difficult to find a therapist that feels like the right fit, to feel heard and well supported in those initial sessions. As your therapist, I will do my best to facilitate an authentic connection, where you feel seen, heard and compassionately understood. Holding space as you navigate your internal world and the way external influences (past trauma, families of origin etc) impact it will be one of my most important roles.
We often learn ways of dealing with problems that can create more trouble than we intended. Maybe you become habitually hard on yourself or those around you. Maybe you feel stuck in indecision or backed into a corner by life's demands. Maybe you have found ways to soothe yourself that aren't serving you anymore. Or you might be facing the reality of one of life's painful truths such as loss, illness or an accident that has altered your course, leaving you unsure how to face what undeniably is, or how to move forward.
We often learn ways of dealing with problems that can create more trouble than we intended. Maybe you become habitually hard on yourself or those around you. Maybe you feel stuck in indecision or backed into a corner by life's demands. Maybe you have found ways to soothe yourself that aren't serving you anymore. Or you might be facing the reality of one of life's painful truths such as loss, illness or an accident that has altered your course, leaving you unsure how to face what undeniably is, or how to move forward.
I offer weekly and biweekly therapy either in person (Port Townsend, WA) or virtually to WA and CO residents, Monday-Friday.
Sometimes we all need a little extra help, whether we feel stuck, disconnected, uncertain, overwhelmed or just OFF. Therapy allows us the unique space to slow down, explore and reflect with the support of a new perspective and listening ear. I provide clients with gentle yet direct insights, probing questions, and a safe place to practice new skills, process emotions, and grow through a deepened sense of self. I operate from a relational lens, meaning I believe in the healing power of relationships - our connection with others, to the larger world, and to our own selves as individuals.
I offer weekly and biweekly therapy either in person (Port Townsend, WA) or virtually to WA and CO residents, Monday-Friday.
Sometimes we all need a little extra help, whether we feel stuck, disconnected, uncertain, overwhelmed or just OFF. Therapy allows us the unique space to slow down, explore and reflect with the support of a new perspective and listening ear. I provide clients with gentle yet direct insights, probing questions, and a safe place to practice new skills, process emotions, and grow through a deepened sense of self. I operate from a relational lens, meaning I believe in the healing power of relationships - our connection with others, to the larger world, and to our own selves as individuals.
I believe that people have the answers to their own questions inside of themselves. I work in tandem with clients to discover their own solutions in respectful partnership. I have over 35 years of experience and work with people from all walks of life. (adults and youth age 14-65). I have encountered people who have experienced trauma of many types and endeavor to walk beside them as they revisit their experience and express their truth. I work with those who have difficulty with anger, anxiety and depression. I have training and experience with people in LGBTQ, Trans, Poly, BDSM and other marginalized communities.
I believe that people have the answers to their own questions inside of themselves. I work in tandem with clients to discover their own solutions in respectful partnership. I have over 35 years of experience and work with people from all walks of life. (adults and youth age 14-65). I have encountered people who have experienced trauma of many types and endeavor to walk beside them as they revisit their experience and express their truth. I work with those who have difficulty with anger, anxiety and depression. I have training and experience with people in LGBTQ, Trans, Poly, BDSM and other marginalized communities.
I welcome you to begin where you are—whether in person at my peaceful Kala Point home office or online anywhere in Washington.
Accepting new clients. I support women moving through anxiety, grief, trauma, and life transitions—especially around aging, retirement, caregiving and identity. You may feel overwhelmed, depleted, or disconnected from yourself. I offer a gentle, trauma-informed space where your pace and story are honored, helping you reconnect and find clarity.
I welcome you to begin where you are—whether in person at my peaceful Kala Point home office or online anywhere in Washington.
Accepting new clients. I support women moving through anxiety, grief, trauma, and life transitions—especially around aging, retirement, caregiving and identity. You may feel overwhelmed, depleted, or disconnected from yourself. I offer a gentle, trauma-informed space where your pace and story are honored, helping you reconnect and find clarity.
Many families reach out because something about their child’s learning, attention, behavior, or development isn’t fully making sense yet. A child may be working very hard in school but still struggling, feeling overwhelmed by attention or organization challenges, or navigating social differences that are hard to explain. Parents often want clearer answers: Is this ADHD? Autism? A learning difference? Or simply a learning style that needs better support? Most of all, they want to understand their child more deeply so they can advocate effectively and help their child thrive.
Many families reach out because something about their child’s learning, attention, behavior, or development isn’t fully making sense yet. A child may be working very hard in school but still struggling, feeling overwhelmed by attention or organization challenges, or navigating social differences that are hard to explain. Parents often want clearer answers: Is this ADHD? Autism? A learning difference? Or simply a learning style that needs better support? Most of all, they want to understand their child more deeply so they can advocate effectively and help their child thrive.
All people are one of a kind, but here's where we're all alike: All of us come from a personal history and context: A past that got us through to where we are now. And "Right Now" is where all the choices and opportunities are. Some things we may want to change, other things we may choose to accept as they are. Therapy can be helpful in understanding yourself well enough to know which is which. And therapy can offer some things you may need to go forward with your choices: Hope, perspective and someone who believes in you while you practice believing in yourself.
All people are one of a kind, but here's where we're all alike: All of us come from a personal history and context: A past that got us through to where we are now. And "Right Now" is where all the choices and opportunities are. Some things we may want to change, other things we may choose to accept as they are. Therapy can be helpful in understanding yourself well enough to know which is which. And therapy can offer some things you may need to go forward with your choices: Hope, perspective and someone who believes in you while you practice believing in yourself.
Relationships are important for our well-being. Relationships can also be very difficult at times. Some relationships are more difficult than others. Whether you are having difficulties with a spouse, partner, boss, or friends, I can help you learn to have better relationships with others. We will work together in finding ways to navigate difficult people and how to leave interactions feeling good. I want to help those that are currently or survived emotional abuse in finding recovery and provide a start to having healthy relationships.
Relationships are important for our well-being. Relationships can also be very difficult at times. Some relationships are more difficult than others. Whether you are having difficulties with a spouse, partner, boss, or friends, I can help you learn to have better relationships with others. We will work together in finding ways to navigate difficult people and how to leave interactions feeling good. I want to help those that are currently or survived emotional abuse in finding recovery and provide a start to having healthy relationships.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, not good enough—or maybe like you're just too much? Struggling to form meaningful relationships? Wrestling with self-criticism, anxiety, or lingering effects of past experiences? Maybe something difficult happened to you, or the state of the world has left you feeling unsettled. You are not alone—and you're welcome here.
I use a range of simple yet powerful techniques to help you better understand yourself, make conscious choices, set healthy boundaries, and live in alignment with your core self.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, not good enough—or maybe like you're just too much? Struggling to form meaningful relationships? Wrestling with self-criticism, anxiety, or lingering effects of past experiences? Maybe something difficult happened to you, or the state of the world has left you feeling unsettled. You are not alone—and you're welcome here.
I use a range of simple yet powerful techniques to help you better understand yourself, make conscious choices, set healthy boundaries, and live in alignment with your core self.
Nico Kladis
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, MA, LMHC
2 Endorsed
Port Townsend, WA 98368
We are all worthy of being seen and deeply understood and it is my intention to hold that with you from the start. I have worked in mental health in settings ranging from wilderness therapy, community clinics and residential treatment. I’ve worked with diverse populations, teens, adults, couples, veterans and families. I am a life-long student committed to our capacity to heal and grow. This work has moved me to my bones and I am honored to witness this human journey with you. You can expect me to hold an inviting, therapeutic space for you to explore your relationship to yourself and others with curiosity and compassion.
We are all worthy of being seen and deeply understood and it is my intention to hold that with you from the start. I have worked in mental health in settings ranging from wilderness therapy, community clinics and residential treatment. I’ve worked with diverse populations, teens, adults, couples, veterans and families. I am a life-long student committed to our capacity to heal and grow. This work has moved me to my bones and I am honored to witness this human journey with you. You can expect me to hold an inviting, therapeutic space for you to explore your relationship to yourself and others with curiosity and compassion.
I most enjoy working in person one-on-one although I'm willing to work online or a hybrid of the two.
My Interest is to work side by side with you in a journey of self discovery. These are trying times to navigate and a safe and supportive environment is essential for any of us to achieve our optimal way of being. You and I collaborate over what is most useful, helpful and relevant to actualize your needs and goals whether that's in the development of healthier more fulfilling relationships with others, recovering from trauma or seeking your heart's desire.
I most enjoy working in person one-on-one although I'm willing to work online or a hybrid of the two.
My Interest is to work side by side with you in a journey of self discovery. These are trying times to navigate and a safe and supportive environment is essential for any of us to achieve our optimal way of being. You and I collaborate over what is most useful, helpful and relevant to actualize your needs and goals whether that's in the development of healthier more fulfilling relationships with others, recovering from trauma or seeking your heart's desire.
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FAQ - About In Person Therapy
What are the benefits of in-person therapy?
In-person therapy offers several benefits that some people find highly valuable for their mental health treatment. Being present in the same room as your therapist can create a stronger sense of connection and allow for more nuanced communication through body language. Some people may also find it easier to focus in therapy when they are in a dedicated space and away from potential distractions related to home or work; attending an in-person session provides a clear boundary between therapy time and the rest of your life. For certain therapeutic approaches, such as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), exposure therapy, or somatic therapy, being in person may be particularly important, as these therapies benefit from the therapist being able to observe and respond to a client’s physical cues effectively. Additionally, some individuals simply feel more comfortable discussing sensitive or painful topics when they are face-to-face with their therapist rather than on a screen.
When should I choose in-person therapy over online therapy?
In-person therapy may be a better choice when you need a structured therapeutic environment separate from your daily life, when you find it difficult to focus or feel comfortable in an online setting, or when privacy at home is a concern. It may also be more appropriate if you are dealing with severe mental health symptoms that require close monitoring or if your therapy involves approaches that rely heavily on observing physical cues. On the other hand, if convenience, scheduling flexibility, or access to specialists outside your immediate area are priorities, online therapy may be a better fit. Many therapists offer both options, so you can also discuss with a provider which format might work best for your specific situation.
How do I find an in-person therapist?
You can use Psychology Today's therapist directory to find an in-person therapist in your area. You can search by location, insurance accepted, specialty areas, therapeutic approaches, and other criteria to narrow down providers who meet your needs. Each therapist profile includes information about their credentials, areas of expertise, and whether they offer in-person sessions. Once you have identified potential therapists, you can contact them directly through the directory to schedule an initial consultation and determine whether they are a good fit before committing to ongoing treatment. When reaching out, it can be helpful to confirm their availability for in-person appointments, their office location, and whether they accept your insurance.