Therapists in Renton, WA

We are truly living in troubled times, globally and personally. Many of us find ourselves fluctuating between feelings of anxiety and/or depression. At 67 years old, I’ve spent nearly half my life – 35 years – as a Marriage and Family Therapist/Psychotherapist. Adding Hypnotherapy to my practice has been a game changer, and that, along with friends, colleagues, and many clients, I’ve learned ways of managing my thinking and thereby managing my emotions. This is what I do in my private practice and I can help you to do the same.

I work with individuals with a wide-range of concerns including anxiety, depression, traumatic experiences, childhood injuries with attachment figures, and parenting challenges. My life experiences help me to be sensitive to cultural and developmental variables. I'm client-centered prioritizing client's goals and working collaboratively.

Ruston Therapy Group is devoted to helping individuals rediscover their true purpose through transformative approaches. We offer unwavering support and guidance as clients tap into their innate strengths and wisdom. Our emphasis is on enhancing emotional well-being and overall wellness, empowering individuals to take charge of their healing journey. We advocate for radical self-acceptance and self-care, fostering deep connections with humanity and the world. Whatever has led you to seek help now, choosing your path with the support of our therapists, makes the journey of self discovery much more clear and fulfilling.

My primary focus is on anxiety-related disorders, and I have worked extensively with clients facing a range of challenges, from generalized anxiety or specific phobias, to perfectionism or insecure attachment styles. I understand that each person's experience with anxiety is unique, and I tailor my therapeutic approach to meet individual needs. Whether that involves use of common evidence-based practices like cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), or traditional talk therapy, we will find what works best for you.

I love and enjoy working with children and parents! I am an early childhood educator as well as a mental health therapist. I offer therapy services for children and their families. I provide Infant and Early Childhood mental health and development services (ages 0-6), Children mental health (ages 7-12), parents, and perinatal mental health, and Adults (age 18 and above). I have worked with children and families for more than 6 years in a wide variety of settings, including schools, private daycare centers (infant/toddler/preschool/kindergarten), and community mental health clinics.

Currently Accepting New Clients. Email is the best way to contact me regarding scheduling or questions. - - - My priority as a therapist is to create a warm, non-judgmental environment for clients to process their emotions, relationships, and experiences. My hope is to create a safe space for you to explore and identify your needs for the therapeutic relationship so that we can create the most effective experience for you. I recognize that each client is unique and therefore approach my work using a client-centered, strengths-based model to personalize treatment based on each individual’s needs and goals.

Telehealth for your peace of mind and your relationships! Communication problems, stuck, or lost in quiet desperation? Counseling can help. Whether you've been together for decades or are in a new relationship, Emotionally Focused Therapy is the most effective and efficient way to restore trust and loving connection that I have found. As a Relationship Counselor, I help with problems like arguing, infidelity, parenting, divorce, remarriage, and blended families. I also work with family groupings and other relationship combinations. Looking for Individual Counseling? I provide therapy for anxiety, loneliness, depression, and trauma.

So often, the stigma surrounding mental health issues and therapy prevents individuals from seeking assistance. My goal is to provide a safe counseling space for you to filter through your personal journey, while equipping you with support and resources, to guide you on the path to overall wellness. Therapy is not always easy, but healing is achievable through a non-judgmental and compassionate environment.

Are you seeking your truth? Feeling stuck? Do you want a therapist who really gets you? Or perhaps you are part of a relationship or polycule, seeking to work on your communication in a non-judgemental environment. I am an art therapist and counselor, working with individuals (both adults and teens 15+) and relationships from a person-centered approach. I am trans, queer, and polyamorous, an artist, and a DJ. I know how important it can be to have a therapist with lived experience off the beaten path. I support people in the process of living their truths, creating the life and relationships that are genuine to them.

How we experience life in and outside of our bodies is profoundly informative. I operate from the perspective that individuals have an innate wisdom and collection of strengths that guide their ability to heal and grow. Trauma, or dislocation from the genuine self, whether experienced individually or systemically influences how we live, how we love, and how we interpret the world; painful experience or trauma can also connect us with our humanity and be deeply transformative. It can be the source of our healing, growth, and resilience.

“So what are you?” If you are mixed race you may have heard this question. Or “you don’t look X” “Do you even speak the language?” or maybe even “you’re not really X, you’re basically white. You’re such a (insert objectifying food name here)”. These messages tend to bring up all kinds of uncomfortable emotions. Cultural identity has always been a loaded topic. What if I told you that the isolation, pain, stress, sadness, anxiety you feel is not simply because you're too "sensitive"? That maybe, the reason you feel disconnected with others is because you feel disconnected with yourself?

Support you crave by providers who are caring and competent. Immediate/Discreet/Confidential. Experienced Doctors and Nurse Practitioners who treat the WHOLE person. We utilize Licensed Professionals. Partnered with the finest ancillary support for chemical dependency counseling and group therapy/support groups. Come to a non-judgmental environment. Feel like you're truly heard-we do listen. Convenient consultations in a warm, inviting appointment setting, serviced by friendly staff who understand your situation. We take nearly all insurances.

I believe relationships are central to growth, as the relationship we have with ourselves and others are intertwined. Close relationships offer us a mirror to see our deeper needs and can even help us tune into our own inner world and access our innate ability to heal. It is no coincidence that we notice the true weight of stressors, anxiety, insecurity, or trauma when they overflow into our relationships. So whether you want less barriers to connecting with others, to manage conflict, build trust, improve communication, reduce anxiety, or find yourself after loss, we can untangle the pain and patterns together.

Accepting New Clients. I am a therapist with experience working with people who are experiencing a variety of concerns, from those who have survived complex trauma to those that need support in managing the stressors of day to day life. Through individualized person-centered care I will work with you to create a supportive relationship that will allow us to face the problems you are experiencing and find a pathway to healing. Our time together will be rooted in partnership and collaboration.

Life can be painful and we may feel stuck sometimes. Maybe you are finding yourself or your relationships feeling disconnected, unfulfilled, or hopeless. My goal is to build an authentic and trustworthy therapeutic relationship where you can work through your life experiences, past or present, in order to live life more freely. I offer individual or couples therapy and have particular experience focusing on issues of identity development and self-esteem, relationships, trauma, depression, anxiety, and sexuality.

Are you feeling overwhelmed and stressed? Are you struggling with low self-esteem? Have you ever wondered where your anxieties and other challenges are coming from? And why you continue feeling “that” way everyday? Juggling work, family, and personal life can leave little time for self-care. I understand the toll that these hurdles can take on your well-being. Whether you’re facing challenges with anxiety, low self-esteem, stress, depression, or everyday life struggles, you are not alone and I’m here for you. We’ll work together to overcome your struggles, boost your self-worth, and help becoming a healthier, more confident you.

I work from a psychodynamic approach, which seeks to understand symptoms rather than just manage them, views most human experiences as containing conflicting thoughts and feelings, and believes that self-honesty is fundamental to growth and healing. In practice, clients generally choose where to begin a psychodynamic session and move freely from there.

"Email for faster response" As a clinical professional counselor with over 10 years of experience, I provide an individualized and diverse approach to help you achieve your needs and have worked with a wide range of concerns such as: LGBTQ, addictions, behavioral issues, personal wellness, depression, stress/anxiety, PTSD, relationship issues, and many other issues you may be struggling with. With me you can expect a warm, safe, trusting, empathetic, and compassionate person who truly understands and cares about your well-being on a very personal level.

Are you struggling with loneliness, conflicts, burdens from the past, troublesome behaviors, and cultural baggage? Maybe there are strong feelings you long to process or you are in the middle of a relationship that seeks reconciliation. These experiences can leave you with anxiety, confusion, and stress. If you are seeking a person who would listen to your stories, I want to create a safe space and time with you.