Somatic Therapists in Renton, WA
Sarah Kardelen
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Renton, WA 98057
Waitlist for new clients
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.
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 offer mental health counseling to individuals navigating the tender and often scary geographies of trauma, grief, loss, and life transitions. Areas supported include: Depression, Anxiety, Traumatic grief/loss, Parenting stress, Body/ Somatic Awareness, Spiritual crisis, Perinatal, Postpartum.
I offer mental health counseling to individuals navigating the tender and often scary geographies of trauma, grief, loss, and life transitions. Areas supported include: Depression, Anxiety, Traumatic grief/loss, Parenting stress, Body/ Somatic Awareness, Spiritual crisis, Perinatal, Postpartum.
I primarily utilize Lifespan Integration (LI), a remarkable and gentle somatic modality.
Grief is at the root of most struggles and can leave you feeling overwhelmed and hopeless. Friends and family often urge you to move on or just let go, but you feel stuck and don’t know how to move forward. Loss is hard, even if it isn't from a death. Whether your grief is fresh or you’ve carried it for many years, you don’t have to face it alone. I work with grief, attachment issues, depression and anxiety. A primary goal of our work together will be restoration - to restore hope and reconnect you to your heart. I want to help you move through your pain, rather than being weighed down by it, so you can live more fully alive.
I primarily utilize Lifespan Integration (LI), a remarkable and gentle somatic modality.
Grief is at the root of most struggles and can leave you feeling overwhelmed and hopeless. Friends and family often urge you to move on or just let go, but you feel stuck and don’t know how to move forward. Loss is hard, even if it isn't from a death. Whether your grief is fresh or you’ve carried it for many years, you don’t have to face it alone. I work with grief, attachment issues, depression and anxiety. A primary goal of our work together will be restoration - to restore hope and reconnect you to your heart. I want to help you move through your pain, rather than being weighed down by it, so you can live more fully alive.
I utilize your own strengths to continue your process of self empowerment, along with somatic work, mindfulness practices and overall awareness of our engrained patterns.
I believe you are the catalyst for your own healing and growth! My approach allows each client to determine how the session is influenced and to be decisive with their goals. Counseling can be that unique phase in life where you make the decision to focus on yourself. I offer a safe space for my clients and I empower you to pursue your personal goals.
I utilize your own strengths to continue your process of self empowerment, along with somatic work, mindfulness practices and overall awareness of our engrained patterns.
I believe you are the catalyst for your own healing and growth! My approach allows each client to determine how the session is influenced and to be decisive with their goals. Counseling can be that unique phase in life where you make the decision to focus on yourself. I offer a safe space for my clients and I empower you to pursue your personal goals.
I also place a strong emphasis on incorporating neuroscience and somatic body regulation that increases the effectiveness of my therapeutic work with my clients.
As a experienced bicultural Asian therapist from an immigrant family, I am passionate to help clients and provide culturally sensitive care that considers the unique experiences and challenges that clients have while highlighting strengths and talents. I also worked as an school teacher for over ten years because I loved working with students. Now I am happy as a mental health therapist to further facilitate healing and growth for both adults' and children's mental health and see them improve in their work, school and/or relationships. My office for in person is at Bellevue/Redmond. Best way to contact please click (Email us) tab
I also place a strong emphasis on incorporating neuroscience and somatic body regulation that increases the effectiveness of my therapeutic work with my clients.
As a experienced bicultural Asian therapist from an immigrant family, I am passionate to help clients and provide culturally sensitive care that considers the unique experiences and challenges that clients have while highlighting strengths and talents. I also worked as an school teacher for over ten years because I loved working with students. Now I am happy as a mental health therapist to further facilitate healing and growth for both adults' and children's mental health and see them improve in their work, school and/or relationships. My office for in person is at Bellevue/Redmond. Best way to contact please click (Email us) tab
I employ a multi-framework approach, emphasizing neurobiology, cognitive structuring, and somatic experiencing.
Anand, coined in Eastern Philosophies, embodies human happiness or bliss. Our past experiences can act as barriers to this experience. In therapy, a journey of self-discovery, we co-create a space to unwind your narrative and find healing. I invite you to explore a heightened self-awareness to guide your everyday expierencing. As a guide, I assist with individuals facing grief and loss, anxiety, OCD, depression, life transitions, bipoc/immigrant issues, and trauma/attachment concerns. Together, let’s seek out to discover your definition of Anand—an essence of contentment.
I employ a multi-framework approach, emphasizing neurobiology, cognitive structuring, and somatic experiencing.
Anand, coined in Eastern Philosophies, embodies human happiness or bliss. Our past experiences can act as barriers to this experience. In therapy, a journey of self-discovery, we co-create a space to unwind your narrative and find healing. I invite you to explore a heightened self-awareness to guide your everyday expierencing. As a guide, I assist with individuals facing grief and loss, anxiety, OCD, depression, life transitions, bipoc/immigrant issues, and trauma/attachment concerns. Together, let’s seek out to discover your definition of Anand—an essence of contentment.
Svetlana Shjerven
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSWAIC
Verified Verified
Renton, WA 98055 (Online Only)
I also draw from CBT, MI, Narrative, strengths-based, somatic and mindfulness approaches.
I believe in the importance of feeling connected in relationships, to our environment, and to ourselves. Addressing the “here and now” that arises during therapy allows our sessions to adapt and work with the difficult emotions or thoughts that come up, in an environment that is judgment free and safe. I specialize in working with those who are experiencing anxiety, depression, agoraphobia, trauma, life transitions, self-esteem issues, grief and chronic pain, among other issues. I am LGBTQIA+, gender-affirming, and enjoy working with clients along the spectrum of neurodiversity and disability.
I also draw from CBT, MI, Narrative, strengths-based, somatic and mindfulness approaches.
I believe in the importance of feeling connected in relationships, to our environment, and to ourselves. Addressing the “here and now” that arises during therapy allows our sessions to adapt and work with the difficult emotions or thoughts that come up, in an environment that is judgment free and safe. I specialize in working with those who are experiencing anxiety, depression, agoraphobia, trauma, life transitions, self-esteem issues, grief and chronic pain, among other issues. I am LGBTQIA+, gender-affirming, and enjoy working with clients along the spectrum of neurodiversity and disability.
My relational therapy employs Mindfulness meditation, Somatic (body based) therapy, ACT, DBT .
Life can be difficult and painful at times but it doesn't have to involve so much suffering. How may we find the calm stillness in the eye of our storm so as to relate to our mind and our present experience compassionately and even learn and grow from it? I invite you to open to your life in a new way: a way that relieves your suffering and promotes your health and expands your awareness. Through mindfully listening to the body and courageously opening and relating to the uncomfortable/painful, somatic therapy provides a practice of gentle self-exploration toward discovering your connection to your truth, purpose and life.
My relational therapy employs Mindfulness meditation, Somatic (body based) therapy, ACT, DBT .
Life can be difficult and painful at times but it doesn't have to involve so much suffering. How may we find the calm stillness in the eye of our storm so as to relate to our mind and our present experience compassionately and even learn and grow from it? I invite you to open to your life in a new way: a way that relieves your suffering and promotes your health and expands your awareness. Through mindfully listening to the body and courageously opening and relating to the uncomfortable/painful, somatic therapy provides a practice of gentle self-exploration toward discovering your connection to your truth, purpose and life.
I love helping clients explore their sexuality, intimacy, and relationship issues. I specialize in Sex and Intimacy Therapy, LGBTQ+ therapy, Kink/BDSM and consensual non-monogamy. I support folx exploring gender identity and sexual orientation. Relationship clients want support in increasing intimacy and connection within relationships or navigating differences in sexual desires. Some folks need help with sexual dysfunction, sexual pain, healing from sexual trauma, low/high libido, and creating healthy boundaries in Ethically Non-monogamous relationships. All sexual challenges, interests and questions are welcome!
I love helping clients explore their sexuality, intimacy, and relationship issues. I specialize in Sex and Intimacy Therapy, LGBTQ+ therapy, Kink/BDSM and consensual non-monogamy. I support folx exploring gender identity and sexual orientation. Relationship clients want support in increasing intimacy and connection within relationships or navigating differences in sexual desires. Some folks need help with sexual dysfunction, sexual pain, healing from sexual trauma, low/high libido, and creating healthy boundaries in Ethically Non-monogamous relationships. All sexual challenges, interests and questions are welcome!
Why’s Words Therapy, Nhautrey Brown
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, LSWAIC, MHP
Verified Verified
Renton, WA 98057
Why’s Words Therapy is dedicated to providing compassionate and professional therapeutic services to clients of all ages! With extensive experience in individual, family, and group therapy from diverse cultural, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds, we are confident we can help. Whether you are grappling with anxiety, battling depression, seeking to understand your traumas, or curious about the benefits of therapy, we are here to support you. If you have a child or teen in need of guidance, or if you want to explore how therapy can enhance your life, we are committed to helping you navigate your journey towards mental wellness!
Why’s Words Therapy is dedicated to providing compassionate and professional therapeutic services to clients of all ages! With extensive experience in individual, family, and group therapy from diverse cultural, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds, we are confident we can help. Whether you are grappling with anxiety, battling depression, seeking to understand your traumas, or curious about the benefits of therapy, we are here to support you. If you have a child or teen in need of guidance, or if you want to explore how therapy can enhance your life, we are committed to helping you navigate your journey towards mental wellness!
I will provide a safe space for you to express all of who you are, without fear of judgement. The therapeutic relationship is important in helping you feel safe, and I enjoy taking time to build this relationship. My style allows you to lead the way and focus on whatever may be holding you back from living your most authentic life. My work is guided by the belief that everything you need is already within yourself, and our work together can help you uncover your inner strength and peace. I utilize a trauma-informed approach and my therapeutic method focuses on radical acceptance, self-compassion and distress tolerance skills.
I will provide a safe space for you to express all of who you are, without fear of judgement. The therapeutic relationship is important in helping you feel safe, and I enjoy taking time to build this relationship. My style allows you to lead the way and focus on whatever may be holding you back from living your most authentic life. My work is guided by the belief that everything you need is already within yourself, and our work together can help you uncover your inner strength and peace. I utilize a trauma-informed approach and my therapeutic method focuses on radical acceptance, self-compassion and distress tolerance skills.
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Are you finding yourself feeling lost and stuck in life? Do you wonder if you are allowing yourself to be the version of yourself you want to be? Are you in a relationship that seems to be locked in patterns that lead to conflict? You are not alone in your questioning. All people possess what it is they need to thrive. Sometimes we find ourselves stuck in painful patterns and we have difficulty finding the answers to our problems. Together we can find ways to help you realize that you are your greatest asset.
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Kristen C Sievert
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA, MedFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Renton, WA 98057
I work with individuals and families navigating life transitions, with a specialization in empowering women managing anxiety. Drawing from my background in medical family therapy, I offer tailored assistance to those coping with chronic and acute illness, including specialized training in supporting patients and families affected by cancer. In addition to these areas of expertise, I have extensive experience working with those who identify as being highly sensitive and individuals who are neurodivergent.
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NOW ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. Hello we are a small group practice located in the Kent/Covington area. We started our group practice, West Therapy, about 6 years ago. It is made up of experienced mental health professionals with varied backgrounds and credentials, each with 20 years of experience in the field. As a fully licensed and insured mental health care practice, we accept many different insurance carriers. Select the website link to the left to find out more about West Therapy!
NOW ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. Hello we are a small group practice located in the Kent/Covington area. We started our group practice, West Therapy, about 6 years ago. It is made up of experienced mental health professionals with varied backgrounds and credentials, each with 20 years of experience in the field. As a fully licensed and insured mental health care practice, we accept many different insurance carriers. Select the website link to the left to find out more about West Therapy!
Painful emotions and thoughts, and sometimes physical pain, are symptoms of events that have happened in your life. With a fresh, body based approach to therapy, we will work as a team to help your body and mind know that these experiences are over. I have been practicing Lifespan Integration trauma clearing for 14 years and am confident that I can help anyone ready to do the work move forward. I would also like you to know, whether we work together or not, that old methods of talk therapy can be retraumatizing, so please don't persist in a healing method that continues to make you feel bad.
Painful emotions and thoughts, and sometimes physical pain, are symptoms of events that have happened in your life. With a fresh, body based approach to therapy, we will work as a team to help your body and mind know that these experiences are over. I have been practicing Lifespan Integration trauma clearing for 14 years and am confident that I can help anyone ready to do the work move forward. I would also like you to know, whether we work together or not, that old methods of talk therapy can be retraumatizing, so please don't persist in a healing method that continues to make you feel bad.
Lauren McKee
Counselor, MS, LMHC, CN, RYT
Verified Verified
Renton, WA 98057
Waitlist for new clients
Do you struggle with an inner voice that tells you that you are failing or not enough? Is it difficult to identify what you want? Do you consistently prioritize others over yourself? We live in a world that bombards us with messages about who has value and who does not. We are told “just try harder” and things will change. My clients come to therapy because despite a commitment to this hustle for worth, they remain dissatisfied. They feel stuck and resonate with the idea of putting their life on hold until they lose the weight, get the promotion, etc. Many say they are ready for something different but aren't sure where to start.
Do you struggle with an inner voice that tells you that you are failing or not enough? Is it difficult to identify what you want? Do you consistently prioritize others over yourself? We live in a world that bombards us with messages about who has value and who does not. We are told “just try harder” and things will change. My clients come to therapy because despite a commitment to this hustle for worth, they remain dissatisfied. They feel stuck and resonate with the idea of putting their life on hold until they lose the weight, get the promotion, etc. Many say they are ready for something different but aren't sure where to start.
Angel Asuncion-Reed
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFTA, EMDR
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Renton, WA 98057
Waitlist for new clients
My therapy work is rooted in a systemic approach with children, adolescents, couples, and families experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, parenting challenges, grief, etc... . Through my own identities and experiences as a 1.5 generation immigrant from the Philippines, being raised in Los Angeles, and as an educator for over 20 years, I understand the impact of harm and losses that carry from generation to generation caused by systems that are not made for us. They surface in our lives and within our relationships.
My therapy work is rooted in a systemic approach with children, adolescents, couples, and families experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, parenting challenges, grief, etc... . Through my own identities and experiences as a 1.5 generation immigrant from the Philippines, being raised in Los Angeles, and as an educator for over 20 years, I understand the impact of harm and losses that carry from generation to generation caused by systems that are not made for us. They surface in our lives and within our relationships.
As a clinical psychologist, I am specialized in both psychotherapy and psychological/neuropsychological assessments and worked with a wide range of mental health related issues for people of all ages in multiple treatment settings. However, I currently only offer psychotherapy for adults through telehealth. My areas of focus include but are not limited to working with persons experiencing life transitions, issues of self-esteem, and learning how to cope with stress, trauma, grief, and loss. My theoretic approach is psychodynamic and is tailored to the unique needs of the patients I work with.
As a clinical psychologist, I am specialized in both psychotherapy and psychological/neuropsychological assessments and worked with a wide range of mental health related issues for people of all ages in multiple treatment settings. However, I currently only offer psychotherapy for adults through telehealth. My areas of focus include but are not limited to working with persons experiencing life transitions, issues of self-esteem, and learning how to cope with stress, trauma, grief, and loss. My theoretic approach is psychodynamic and is tailored to the unique needs of the patients I work with.
Dr. Nicholaus Erber-LaPierre
Counselor, PhD, LMHC, CCMHC, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Renton, WA 98055
I specialize in trauma work and 2S-LGBTQIA+ folks, particularly trans-identified individuals and people in polyamorous relationships. As a sex-positive therapist, I don’t shy away from discussing all aspects of someone’s life. I have nearly 20 years of experience in providing therapy services to many people from varying backgrounds. I specialized in treating all types of trauma, depression, anxiety, and healthy lifestyle choices. Additionally, I have trained in several therapeutic areas, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Prolonged Exposure, and parts work in Internal Family Systems therapy.
I specialize in trauma work and 2S-LGBTQIA+ folks, particularly trans-identified individuals and people in polyamorous relationships. As a sex-positive therapist, I don’t shy away from discussing all aspects of someone’s life. I have nearly 20 years of experience in providing therapy services to many people from varying backgrounds. I specialized in treating all types of trauma, depression, anxiety, and healthy lifestyle choices. Additionally, I have trained in several therapeutic areas, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Prolonged Exposure, and parts work in Internal Family Systems therapy.
Are you so overwhelmed by anxiety and burnout that any personal or professional commitment feels exhausting? Do you feel like you’re stuck in the past and find it hard to be in the present moment? It’s possible to feel at ease and connected to yourself and others after experiencing anxiety, burnout, or trauma. I’m passionate about supporting teens, Gen Z, and Millennial folks through these life events. I specialize in anxiety, burnout, and EMDR therapy for trauma, which helps people heal from trauma that feels stuck in the mind and body.
Are you so overwhelmed by anxiety and burnout that any personal or professional commitment feels exhausting? Do you feel like you’re stuck in the past and find it hard to be in the present moment? It’s possible to feel at ease and connected to yourself and others after experiencing anxiety, burnout, or trauma. I’m passionate about supporting teens, Gen Z, and Millennial folks through these life events. I specialize in anxiety, burnout, and EMDR therapy for trauma, which helps people heal from trauma that feels stuck in the mind and body.
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Somatic Therapists
How does somatic therapy work?
Somatic therapy is a form of treatment that focuses on how the body and mind are interconnected. In this approach, physical symptoms are addressed because they may in fact signal emotional distress. Somatic therapists combine mindfulness, talk therapy, breathwork, yoga, dance, and physical manipulations of the body to help patients become more attuned to what their body is telling them.
Is EMDR a somatic therapy?
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a form of somatic therapy, as it incorporates mental and physical principles. EMDR involves remembering a traumatic experience while allowing one’s eyes to track a side-to-side visual stimulus from a therapist. This lateral eye movement is believed to diminish the painful power of the memory so that it can be discussed with a therapist.
Is somatic therapy evidence-based?
Somatic therapy has been researched and studied, and some forms of somatic therapy are found to be effective in treating a wide range of conditions. Because somatic therapy encompasses many techniques, some, such as EMDR and meditation, have been studied more than others.
What is somatic trauma therapy?
Somatic trauma therapy is based on the idea that when people experience trauma, they can become stuck in the “freeze” part of a “fight, flight, or freeze” response. In this state, trauma can manifest itself both mentally and physically—through tension in the muscles, anxiety, and stress. Popular forms of somatic trauma therapy include EMDR, sensorimotor therapy, and somatic experiencing.