Therapists in Richland, WA

I consider it my privilege to join individuals and families on their journeys towards wellness! My approach is supportive, collaborative, and often emphasizes development of skills and enhancement of already-present skills (e.g., coping, conflict resolution, parenting). I consider humor an essential ingredient! I have worked with children, adolescents, adults, and older adults, in a variety of settings such as outpatient, inpatient, and residential, and have prior experience in CPS and adoption services.

My approach is to provide psycho-education on a number of different topics as they come up organically so that you can learn in conjunction with healing. I use a trauma-informed care approach and aim to keep the therapeutic space as safe as possible: I take this very seriously and know safety must be present in order for true work to happen. You are the one who ultimately decides where we go and my ultimate role is to be right by your side on your journey of healing and exploration.

Life is not easy, and we all benefit from the help of others while experiencing the difficult and tumultuous times that come our way throughout our personal journeys. Having a therapist in your life who lends support, offers feedback, and teaches new skills is what will often help you to continue growing and learning, and to start living the life that you wish. During our time, we will review the past, become mindful of the present, and plan for that future for which you long. Throughout our journey, we will learn and grow together, in a collaborative fashion.

As a dual diagnosis/co-occurring psychotherapist, (licensed mental health counselor and licensed substance use disorder professional) my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges. By applying specific therapeutic approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life and incorporate healthy coping skills.

Feeling lost, hurt, emotionally drained and afraid, let me help. I know that asking for help is so very hard especially when at times it feels as if no one could possibly understand and you're alone in pain but I am here to help. I have been helping for almost 20 years and I am honored when I get to be a part of your life. If you allow me, I will go with you through your difficult journey to find that peace, relief and sense of purpose you so desperately seek. I am a Christian and use the same teachings and beliefs that Jesus led and talked about that taught acceptance, love, compassion, forgiveness and peace.

**AS OF 05/20/2024: CURRENTLY ACCEPTING A FEW NEW CLIENTS** Trying to focus on one task at a time can be challenging and sometimes boring. Emotions then take over and you find ways to release that tension in a negative way. During this time, it can cause conflict between family members, peers, and/or significant others. These negative thoughts/actions are easy to express and obvious strengths are pushed to the side. Having someone who has gone through this personally/professionally can provide active solutions, which can help develop a sense of ease and comfort within the family and individual.

We have availability! Actualize Psylutions, Dr. Ted Carroll & Associates: a unique in-person (office) and teletherapy (online) agency. Through various therapies, we specialize in uncovering your potential for wholeness by combining solution-focused, mindfulness-based, psychoanalytic, and transpersonal methods. We offer counseling therapy services for individuals, couples, families, adults, and youth. + If you are an Associate-level counselor seeking supervision, contact us! For horse/animal adjunct psychotherapy, we have WA options in/near Enumclaw, Lake Stevens, Maple Valley, Spanaway, Riverdale, and Olympia.

There are times when we find life is getting harder to manage and we run out of ways to cope with the challenges. We all need someone who will listen to us and help us find our way back to successfully managing our life.

My Counseling Approach: Motivational techniques by truth and honesty. Be empowered from life lessons. Strive balance in life for peace and harmony. And create life goals to keep moving forward toward a positive direction.

My areas of clinical specialty include: Children, adolescents and adults with emotional and behavioral challenges like anxiety, depression, trauma response or ADHD. Parent training for emotional and behavioral disorders. Comprehensive assessments including neuropsychological testing for ADHD and Learning Disorders across all ages. Cognitive Behavior Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) across all age groups including older adults. My training strength lies in doctoral and post doctoral training at Southern Illinois University and University of Maine, respectively, in research established treatments and assessments.

Our goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life worth celebrating. Studies show that successful treatment is dependent upon a strong therapeutic relationship. We are committed to providing a collaborative and supportive environment that aids in the development of this relationship. We work with couples and individuals of all ages, focusing on improving interpersonal relationships, increasing self awareness, and challenging negative thoughts and behaviors.

I love my job! I am user-friendly in your difficult time. I specialize in clients experiencing trauma disorders and symptoms related to trauma, including substance use issues. I invest in the sacred trust relationship between client and therapist and provide a non-judgemental, caring, empathetic, safe place where I believe all my clients are capable of solving their own wellness issues by utilizing the tools and experience I bring to them to assist them in building their own solutions. I understand each client is doing the best they can with the tools they have and truly wants to improve their quality of life.

Are you struggling with mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, and a history of trauma? Are you having relationship, work or school stress? Are you feeling stuck in your emotions and ability to connect with others? Do you feel a lack emotional support from others? I can help you develop your ability to cope, improve your functioning, grow and thrive during difficult seasons of your life. I will provide you a safe space to open up and learn lifelong skills that you can use.

I believe we are all doing the best we can and with a little support and feedback we can continue to grow to be the person we want to be. I have experience working with those struggling with depression, anxiety, traumatic events, grief, parenting and more. The therapeutic models I use most often are Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing. I am also trained in evidence-based practices for working with children and families.

As a counselor, my approach is deeply rooted in empathy, inclusivity, and empowerment. I believe that every individual, regardless of age, gender identity, or sexual orientation, deserves a safe and supportive space to explore their feelings and experiences. My counseling perspective is holistic and client-centered, focusing on building strong, trusting relationships that facilitate personal growth and healing.

Making the choice to trust and work with someone in a therapeutic setting can be one of the scariest, but most rewarding decisions a person can make. If you find yourself here, you may be considering a journey towards long-lasting and significant change. In each stage of life, there are unique challenges that can impact your thoughts, emotions, behaviors, and physical health. Lack of support, encouragement, and community can make these challenges unbearable. My role is to utilize my training to provide unconditional positive regard, encouragement, and safety in overcoming barriers and discovering effective solutions, together.

I take a Solution Focused approach to guide clients to find solutions on life or personal issues they are struggling with. I work with the client at a pace they are comfortable with to resolve past, present, or future issues of concern. I utilize a variety of theoretical tools that best fit the client’s needs in session. I serve children, adolescents, adults, and elder populations.

Let me use my many years of experience working with clients to help you through lifes most difficult and challenging events. I use different forms of therapy depending on the need of my client. I can help with a variety of problems such as trauma, depression, anxiety, and other mental health issues.

Accepting new clients! My name is Kalli Kembel, LSWAIC. I am a generalist practitioner trained in a variety of evidence-based approaches to work with individuals and families. I operate from a humanistic perspective, which is client-centered and focuses on strengths, while empowering clients to overcome obstacles and become their favorite version of themselves. I believe it is my role to assist clients in building resilience, strengthening relationships, developing self-awareness and enhancing acceptance of self. I also aid clients in developing skills for mindfulness, distress tolerance and emotional regulation.