Adults Therapists in Renton, WA

I believe that everyone has their own unique story that is worthy of being told. Some stories hurt more than others and I aim to offer a non-judgmental, safe environment for all who seek my services.

We are wired for connection. Are feeling disconnected from important people in your life, disappointed, let down, or not feeling fully accepted or valued? Are you experiencing sadness, loneliness, or anger? I or my team of therapists may be the therapist for you if you are interested in addressing relational struggles, difficulty with interpersonal communication, sexual struggles, repairing connection, improving intimacy, exploring your sexuality, healing from trauma, addressing religious sexual shame or sexual shame, and various other relational concerns.

I recognize the significant impact of trauma on adults , children, and families. My passion is supporting parents, children, and families not only in their present healing. I aim to give insight into their own struggles to heal the inter-generational trauma and heal future generations. It stops with you. Systemic therapy looks at not just about the individual, but their family, community, the larger societal values and how that power, privilege, and inequity impacts the person in the therapy room with me.

I am a marriage and family therapist associate licensed in Washington State. I have been providing psychotherapy for the past eight years. I work with diverse populations, including but not limited to refugee communities, schools, community clinics, and hospitals. I also work with those struggling with mood disorders, relationship problems, and addictions. I have specialized experience and training in assisting those overcoming trauma, including child sexual abuse. My goal as a psychotherapist is to provide all my clients with a safe environment where they can comfortably share their experiences.

The human existence is full of joy, pain, plot twists, climaxes and curve balls and I am here to be with you to reduce the impact of these events on your way of living; whether that means learning to make changes or weathering the storm. I am here to provide a space for my clients to feel supported and safe to explore their light and dark experiences, and am honored to witness my clients' journeys.

I specialize in working with eating disorders, depression, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, substance use, and interpersonal concerns. I enjoy working with adolescents and young adults who find themselves in times of self-exploration and identity formation. I have over ten years experience working with youth and adults in a variety of settings including, outpatient, inpatient/residential and partial hospitalization.

I am trained for work with individuals, couples, youth and families within a variety of mental health and recovery situations. I have worked within the mental health field for approximately 15 years with experience ranging from issues surrounding chronic mental illness in kids and adults , trauma and abuse, domestic violence, behavioral disturbances, parenting, depression and anxiety. I use a relational and strength-based approach in therapy and collaborate with clients to help determine the best and most appropriate course of treatment.

I enjoy working with adults and teens (and the parents of), as well as couples, families, and individuals. Helping others overcome their current difficulties and function better in their life and relationships is my goal. Life can be difficult at times for all of us. I'm good at listening to your concerns, offering support and compassion, and then working with you to find ways to sit with and work through the feelings you're having. Together, we can find a pathway toward enjoying life again.

We have many years of experience working with youth who are experiencing problems at school and at home. We work to get them to graduation and onto a path to a successful adult in their community. We also work with youth who are experimenting with drug and alcohol use.. We understand that substance abuse will stop any chances of success if not treated. We also work with youth with behavior issues. Many young people want to go on to college and they do not need any behavior incidence issues on their transcript. We get to the cause of the behavior and find ways to end them We also work with adults with home, work, and family issues. We work with both adult and juveniles who are court involved. Mistakes are made, and those mistakes do not have to define someone. We work to get clients back on the right path. Our years of work in schools getting students back on track is something we specialize in. Our work with courts is also an area of specialty. Minds and behaviors must change in order to succeed and we are here to help.

I provide client-centered and humanistic counseling and therapy services for individuals. I follow the philosophy that we are all human beings, facing human problems. The aim of treatment is to reach stability, happiness in everyday life, and move closer toward the clients goals. This happens through making change, and changing the way we view our lives.

I greatly enjoy working with young and/or emerging adults , working professionals, differently-abled individuals, and any or all intersections of the above. While I specialize in working with the above populations, you do not need to be a member of any of those identities to seek counseling from me. I love working with clients to introduce ways of understanding their problems from a biological standpoint, and to discover effective methods of coping with challenges. When we understand how you experience the perception of a problem in the moment, we can work together to meet your desired outcomes.

I am currently accepting new clients. I work with children, teens, and young adults struggling with body image, eating disorders, self acceptance, building and maintaining strong, meaningful connections, and creating a life worth living. I offer skill building, as well as process oriented sessions. Together we will learn more about the underlying factors contributing to the struggles that you are facing. I will work at a pace that feels comfortable and safe, and also push you to explore parts of yourself that you may be avoiding.

I have a wide variety of experience with children, teens, and adults . I especially enjoy working with people who are exploring identity development or need help with challenging experiences.

It is my therapeutic belief that for change to occur, one must learn to be themselves fully. This belief has allowed me success in assisting clients who suffer from anxiety, mild to severe depression, trauma, couple/family conflicts, and challenging life transitions. I have been especially successful with those that have had prior negative therapy experiences as my therapy is highly collaborative and strives to empower the client’s voice and goals.

Are you finding yourself at a stuck point in life and want to find healthy attainable solutions? Are you struggling to find meaning and purpose in life? I find that an integrative approach that is rooted in trust and connection allows for growth. I believe in honoring the different cultures and life journeys of my clients as this allows us to work holistically: Mind, Body, Spirit & Culture. I believe that we all experience a variety of transitions in life by having a willingness to explore ways of healing and change the believe of hope and desire for life increase thus opening doors for the magic to begin.

Are you or your adolescent anxious or depressed? Do you need some hope, direction or parenting strategies? I work with individuals and couples to help you work through your stuff and find a way to move forward with hope and greater happiness. Let me help you tap into your strengths and make the lasting changes you want to see in your life. Areas of experience include teens and adults with anxiety and depression, attachment disorders, couples, emotional regulation, grief, parenting support, stress, caregiving, and blended families.

*Not Accepting New Clients At This Time.* Belen Martinez, Psy.D. is a licensed clinical psychologist who has extensive experience providing English and Spanish individual, group, and couples psychotherapy to adolescents and adults of all ages. She has worked with individuals from diverse populations and cultures, with a wide range of concerns. Dr. Martinez’ approach to therapy is collaborative, authentic, empathic, active and caring. She integrates empirically driven methods, including dynamic psychotherapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and relational frameworks, with a highly personalized approach.

I have 20 years of clinical experience in providing evidenced-based treatment. As a Licensed Mental Health Therapist, I work with children, adolescents, adults , & families with a variety of issues and challenges, including trauma/PTSD, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting challenges, children emotional & behavioral issues, stress, etc... I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, DBT skills, Play Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy. Guided by my client's needs and issues, I use a variety of therapeutic orientations to work with children, adults , and families.

I have been practicing psychology in Washington State since 2009. As a clinical health psychologist I understand the role that the mind and body have on each other and have learned/fine tuned the mental and emotional strategies to not only improve emotional and mental well-being, but also have some positive effects on improving physical well-being.