Domestic Abuse Therapists in Renton, WA
I approach my work through an anti-oppression lens as I provide trauma and abuse informed care.
You may be feeling that the strands of your life are unraveling and you want to make sense of it all. My private practice, Tapestry Therapy, is founded upon the belief that your life is like a tapestry, consisting of strands of stories that have been woven together to make one larger story. Our story is part of the larger tapestry of our family, race, culture, country and world. Through the work of therapy, we come to understand our stories and be empowered to decide how we will write future chapters. I utilize process therapy and Lifespan Integration, which is a somatic therapy, to help my clients reach their goals.
I approach my work through an anti-oppression lens as I provide trauma and abuse informed care.
You may be feeling that the strands of your life are unraveling and you want to make sense of it all. My private practice, Tapestry Therapy, is founded upon the belief that your life is like a tapestry, consisting of strands of stories that have been woven together to make one larger story. Our story is part of the larger tapestry of our family, race, culture, country and world. Through the work of therapy, we come to understand our stories and be empowered to decide how we will write future chapters. I utilize process therapy and Lifespan Integration, which is a somatic therapy, to help my clients reach their goals.
I’m dedicated to creating a safe, compassionate space where adults and teens can explore the challenges that bring them to therapy, whether it’s persistent anxiety, lingering depression, past trauma, or everyday stressors. My approach blends genuine empathy with a natural curiosity, allowing me to truly hear your story and tailor evidence‑based treatments that fit your unique needs. What makes my practice different is my unwavering commitment to supporting you toward the outcomes you desire. I view therapy as a collaborative partnership, guiding you with proven techniques while honoring your personal strengths and aspirations.
I’m dedicated to creating a safe, compassionate space where adults and teens can explore the challenges that bring them to therapy, whether it’s persistent anxiety, lingering depression, past trauma, or everyday stressors. My approach blends genuine empathy with a natural curiosity, allowing me to truly hear your story and tailor evidence‑based treatments that fit your unique needs. What makes my practice different is my unwavering commitment to supporting you toward the outcomes you desire. I view therapy as a collaborative partnership, guiding you with proven techniques while honoring your personal strengths and aspirations.
My counseling program exists to provide help, hope, and healing to people seeking to renew their lives. I am here to partner with you in your journey toward a more meaningful life!
My counseling program exists to provide help, hope, and healing to people seeking to renew their lives. I am here to partner with you in your journey toward a more meaningful life!
You may feel capable and caring in many ways in your life yet still find yourself stuck in patterns that hold you back. Maybe it shows up as anxiety, old hurts, or struggles in relationships. Deep down you want to feel more present, aware, and alive. I work like a personal trainer for your mind, someone who unleashes potential and supports you to build the strength for real change. Together we’ll help you live more in the present so you can live with greater clarity, connection, and purpose.
You may feel capable and caring in many ways in your life yet still find yourself stuck in patterns that hold you back. Maybe it shows up as anxiety, old hurts, or struggles in relationships. Deep down you want to feel more present, aware, and alive. I work like a personal trainer for your mind, someone who unleashes potential and supports you to build the strength for real change. Together we’ll help you live more in the present so you can live with greater clarity, connection, and purpose.
I graduated from the University of Puget Sound and Argosy University of Behavioral Sciences Seattle, with a Masters in Counseling Psychology. I focus on building a relationship based on trust. By listening, validating, and reflecting, a trusting client-therapist relationship can be obtained. I would like to assist as many people as possible to achieve success in life and reach their personal mental health goals.
I graduated from the University of Puget Sound and Argosy University of Behavioral Sciences Seattle, with a Masters in Counseling Psychology. I focus on building a relationship based on trust. By listening, validating, and reflecting, a trusting client-therapist relationship can be obtained. I would like to assist as many people as possible to achieve success in life and reach their personal mental health goals.
Clinical areas of interests include depression, anxiety, relationship issues, maternal mental health, bipolar disorder, self-esteem issues, trauma and abuse, stress, life transitions, and grief/loss.
Belen Martinez, Psy.D. is a licensed clinical psychologist who has extensive experience providing English and Spanish individual psychotherapy to adolescents and adults of all ages. She works 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, acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) , cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and relational frameworks, with a highly personalized approach.
Clinical areas of interests include depression, anxiety, relationship issues, maternal mental health, bipolar disorder, self-esteem issues, trauma and abuse, stress, life transitions, and grief/loss.
Belen Martinez, Psy.D. is a licensed clinical psychologist who has extensive experience providing English and Spanish individual psychotherapy to adolescents and adults of all ages. She works 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, acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) , cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and relational frameworks, with a highly personalized approach.
I believe, that although we sometimes through no fault of our own fall onto difficult times and challenges, we are all special and have something to offer this world. Sometimes we just need a helping hand, to get back to that point where we can deal with our challenges in a healthier way and outlook.
I believe, that although we sometimes through no fault of our own fall onto difficult times and challenges, we are all special and have something to offer this world. Sometimes we just need a helping hand, to get back to that point where we can deal with our challenges in a healthier way and outlook.
I have specialized experience and training in assisting those overcoming trauma, including domestic violence, ADHD, and couples' dysfunctional communication.
My skills and experience enable me to provide support to individuals facing a range of challenges, such as depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, ADHD, relationship and family issues, personal growth, abuse and trauma recovery, grief and loss, school counseling, and career guidance. I am also actively involved in efforts that support marginalized, exploited,
I have specialized experience and training in assisting those overcoming trauma, including domestic violence, ADHD, and couples' dysfunctional communication.
My skills and experience enable me to provide support to individuals facing a range of challenges, such as depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, ADHD, relationship and family issues, personal growth, abuse and trauma recovery, grief and loss, school counseling, and career guidance. I am also actively involved in efforts that support marginalized, exploited,
Grief changes everything. Are you feeling overwhelmed, lost, or just numb? Maybe you're dealing with a recent loss, or a loss others think you should be over. Or you're reeling from a breakup, a betrayal, or some other life-altering loss or transition. You want to move forward, but you’re not sure how. I’m Jacquelyn Baker, a grief and trauma therapist, and founder of Space for Grief. I help people move through pain, not around it, and I work with motivated clients that are navigating loss, anxiety, depression, childhood trauma, relationship challenges, and life transitions. Reach out, you don’t have to figure it out alone.
Grief changes everything. Are you feeling overwhelmed, lost, or just numb? Maybe you're dealing with a recent loss, or a loss others think you should be over. Or you're reeling from a breakup, a betrayal, or some other life-altering loss or transition. You want to move forward, but you’re not sure how. I’m Jacquelyn Baker, a grief and trauma therapist, and founder of Space for Grief. I help people move through pain, not around it, and I work with motivated clients that are navigating loss, anxiety, depression, childhood trauma, relationship challenges, and life transitions. Reach out, you don’t have to figure it out alone.
You may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or deeply hurt- especially if you’ve experienced trauma, grief, or challenges within an important relationship. I work with children, teens, and adults, as well as couples, who are navigating painful experiences while still managing daily life on the outside, offering a safe and supportive space to begin healing.
You may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or deeply hurt- especially if you’ve experienced trauma, grief, or challenges within an important relationship. I work with children, teens, and adults, as well as couples, who are navigating painful experiences while still managing daily life on the outside, offering a safe and supportive space to begin healing.
For couples, one or both of you may feel unheard, unseen, or unimportant. You might feel like you're walking on eggshells, shutting down to avoid a blow-up, or raising your voice just to be noticed. These moments are often filled with frustration, loneliness, and a deep longing to feel close again, but not knowing how to get there. Behind the anger or silence is usually hurt, fear, or disconnection. You may wonder, “Why can’t we just talk without it turning into a fight?” or “Do they even care about me anymore?”
For couples, one or both of you may feel unheard, unseen, or unimportant. You might feel like you're walking on eggshells, shutting down to avoid a blow-up, or raising your voice just to be noticed. These moments are often filled with frustration, loneliness, and a deep longing to feel close again, but not knowing how to get there. Behind the anger or silence is usually hurt, fear, or disconnection. You may wonder, “Why can’t we just talk without it turning into a fight?” or “Do they even care about me anymore?”
I see of clients from a wide area here at my Renton Office. You may be carrying anxiety that does not turn off, depression that has flattened your weeks, sleep that will not hold, or a trauma history you have never said out loud. Maybe you are facing a court date, an immigration filing, or a hearing that will decide what happens next — and you need both honest clinical care and an evaluator who knows how courts read a report. You deserve a clinician who has sat with crisis, with deployment, and with hard rooms, and who will treat you as a whole person while we do the work. What would feel different if it actually changed?
I see of clients from a wide area here at my Renton Office. You may be carrying anxiety that does not turn off, depression that has flattened your weeks, sleep that will not hold, or a trauma history you have never said out loud. Maybe you are facing a court date, an immigration filing, or a hearing that will decide what happens next — and you need both honest clinical care and an evaluator who knows how courts read a report. You deserve a clinician who has sat with crisis, with deployment, and with hard rooms, and who will treat you as a whole person while we do the work. What would feel different if it actually changed?
Welcome! I offer warm, skillful counseling to individuals and families- including adults, children, and adolescents. My approach to therapy is informed by over a decade of experience in adult private practice and with youth of all ages in schools. You may be seeking out therapy with a wide variety of intentions, including navigating deep suffering and grief, confronting areas of life that feel confusing or painful, or craving new skills for work, school, parenting, or relationships. Whatever brings you, I'll meet you where you're at- as a partner in exploring what healing and meaning look like for you.
Welcome! I offer warm, skillful counseling to individuals and families- including adults, children, and adolescents. My approach to therapy is informed by over a decade of experience in adult private practice and with youth of all ages in schools. You may be seeking out therapy with a wide variety of intentions, including navigating deep suffering and grief, confronting areas of life that feel confusing or painful, or craving new skills for work, school, parenting, or relationships. Whatever brings you, I'll meet you where you're at- as a partner in exploring what healing and meaning look like for you.
Each person coming to therapy is unique with individualized needs to be honored. People may need to identify & develop skills to navigate new challenges. It could be that they need a place to process differently something heavy they have carried inside for any amount of time. Other times, a person may be seeking someone help them hold & decrease the weight of an issue who will not only be non-judgmental, but also be unbiased and not control the changes sought. Whatever stressors & goals are bringing you to initiate this process, you are taking steps forward to bring you into your improved self.
Each person coming to therapy is unique with individualized needs to be honored. People may need to identify & develop skills to navigate new challenges. It could be that they need a place to process differently something heavy they have carried inside for any amount of time. Other times, a person may be seeking someone help them hold & decrease the weight of an issue who will not only be non-judgmental, but also be unbiased and not control the changes sought. Whatever stressors & goals are bringing you to initiate this process, you are taking steps forward to bring you into your improved self.
You deserve therapy that truly sees you. I offer affirming, trauma-informed support for teens and adults, especially those navigating life as neurodivergent, kink-involved, or in polyamorous and nontraditional relationships. I create a safe, nonjudgmental space to explore identity, connection, anxiety, depression, harm reduction, and relationship challenges.
You deserve therapy that truly sees you. I offer affirming, trauma-informed support for teens and adults, especially those navigating life as neurodivergent, kink-involved, or in polyamorous and nontraditional relationships. I create a safe, nonjudgmental space to explore identity, connection, anxiety, depression, harm reduction, and relationship challenges.
I believe you hold the answers to the challenges that bring you to counseling. It is my job to support you finding them. I aim to work with acceptance, respect, and trust - allowing our work to be guided by you. In session, I listen both for what is said, as well as process – the often unspoken patterns and strategies of relating. I see mental health and well-being as a sense of wholeness. In this state, the many parts of ourselves are in agreement. I firmly believe that even the most disturbing or distressing experiences are potentials for growth and learning.
I believe you hold the answers to the challenges that bring you to counseling. It is my job to support you finding them. I aim to work with acceptance, respect, and trust - allowing our work to be guided by you. In session, I listen both for what is said, as well as process – the often unspoken patterns and strategies of relating. I see mental health and well-being as a sense of wholeness. In this state, the many parts of ourselves are in agreement. I firmly believe that even the most disturbing or distressing experiences are potentials for growth and learning.
Whitney Erickson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in: eating disorders, ADHD, PTSD, OCD, autism, sensory processing disorder, depression, anxiety, trauma, substance abuse, addiction, codependency, religious trauma, couples therapy, family therapy, self-harm, suicidal ideation.
I am openly queer, ex-Mormon, and fat. It's imperative that my clients feel affirmed and validated in their experiences and their entire being is considered in the work. I bring safety, warmth, compassion, and accountability to the therapeutic space. You will feel like you're talking to a real person and I will facilitate and guide you toward your goals.
I specialize in: eating disorders, ADHD, PTSD, OCD, autism, sensory processing disorder, depression, anxiety, trauma, substance abuse, addiction, codependency, religious trauma, couples therapy, family therapy, self-harm, suicidal ideation.
I am openly queer, ex-Mormon, and fat. It's imperative that my clients feel affirmed and validated in their experiences and their entire being is considered in the work. I bring safety, warmth, compassion, and accountability to the therapeutic space. You will feel like you're talking to a real person and I will facilitate and guide you toward your goals.
I perceive life as a journey, consisting of searching meaning and coping: Meaning in different roles and aspects of life motivates us to move forward; coping is strategies to get there from here. However, at different life stages, we often got stuck because of different reasons. Thus, either we no longer can see the life meaning(s) and/or our coping strategies are no longer effective. We are likely stuck under these circumstances, which leads to sufferings. I believe that counseling is a catalyst to facilitate the needed changes & adjustments to get unstuck and to have a meaningful life again.
I perceive life as a journey, consisting of searching meaning and coping: Meaning in different roles and aspects of life motivates us to move forward; coping is strategies to get there from here. However, at different life stages, we often got stuck because of different reasons. Thus, either we no longer can see the life meaning(s) and/or our coping strategies are no longer effective. We are likely stuck under these circumstances, which leads to sufferings. I believe that counseling is a catalyst to facilitate the needed changes & adjustments to get unstuck and to have a meaningful life again.
I have experience addressing problems stemming from trauma, incest/sexual abuse, physical abuse, drug/alcohol addiction, gender identity, criminal lifestyle, depression, anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, long-standing interpersonal problems, and psychosis.
We all have a wise center, a voice that is uniquely ours. Sometimes our own voice gets lost in the needs and wants of others, or feels at odds with what culture, partners, social media, or upbringing may dictate. I view my role as a curious fellow explorer to assist in understanding your personal dynamic and the connections that sustain your current way of being. Let's rediscover your wise center-the part that hears your own voice, the part that recognizes your own power, the part that has the courage to create the changes that make the life you live feel more authentic.
I have experience addressing problems stemming from trauma, incest/sexual abuse, physical abuse, drug/alcohol addiction, gender identity, criminal lifestyle, depression, anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, long-standing interpersonal problems, and psychosis.
We all have a wise center, a voice that is uniquely ours. Sometimes our own voice gets lost in the needs and wants of others, or feels at odds with what culture, partners, social media, or upbringing may dictate. I view my role as a curious fellow explorer to assist in understanding your personal dynamic and the connections that sustain your current way of being. Let's rediscover your wise center-the part that hears your own voice, the part that recognizes your own power, the part that has the courage to create the changes that make the life you live feel more authentic.
Skills for Life offers therapy for children, adolescents, young adults, and the families that support them. We are located in Madison Valley by Cafe Flora and also offer HIPAA compliant telehealth. Call for a free 15 minute consultation to see if counseling can help your family.
Skills for Life offers therapy for children, adolescents, young adults, and the families that support them. We are located in Madison Valley by Cafe Flora and also offer HIPAA compliant telehealth. Call for a free 15 minute consultation to see if counseling can help your family.
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What are the most effective ways to recover from domestic abuse?
Leaving an abusive relationship requires tremendous courage, so survivors in treatment should recognize that they have already completed the most important step. Still, the trauma of physical or emotional abuse can be difficult to process and overcome. Therapy can help survivors process trauma, grief, and difficult emotions, treat relevant mental health symptoms, and create a new framework for boundaries and relationships in the future. For some, support groups can also be an invaluable outlet for healing.
When should an individual seek help for domestic abuse?
Victims of intimate partner violence should seek help immediately. It can take substantial time, planning, energy, and courage to leave an abusive relationship, but starting the process—by seeking therapy, calling the domestic violence hotline, or simply confiding in a loved one—will help them get there. Those who have left abusive relationships but haven’t sought treatment can also greatly benefit from therapy to process and heal from the experience.
What are the consequences of staying in an abusive relationship?
Remaining in an abusive relationship has serious repercussions. In addition to the ongoing threat of physical danger and emotional abuse, research shows that intimate partner violence is associated with a range of mental health disorders including depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, and substance abuse. Therefore it’s important for individuals in an abusive relationship to seek help as soon as possible.
How can you get domestic abuse treatment for someone else?
It can be very complicated to identify and leave an abusive relationship; barriers include the threat of violence, financial instability, and family pressures. Those concerned about a loved one in an abusive relationship should talk to them about the situation, provide them with resources such as the domestic violence hotline, and introduce the idea of seeing a therapist due to their concern for the person’s safety and well-being.