Government Employees Health Association (GEHA) Therapists in Sammamish, WA
I work best with adults who have ADHD and feel frustrated by anxiety, burnout, or depression that never quite lifts. You may be capable and motivated, yet stuck in cycles of overwhelm, avoidance, or inconsistency. You want clarity, structure, and real follow-through—not endless insight. My clients are looking for practical support that fits real life and leads to steady, measurable progress.
I work best with adults who have ADHD and feel frustrated by anxiety, burnout, or depression that never quite lifts. You may be capable and motivated, yet stuck in cycles of overwhelm, avoidance, or inconsistency. You want clarity, structure, and real follow-through—not endless insight. My clients are looking for practical support that fits real life and leads to steady, measurable progress.
I typically work with adults who are experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, difficulties with emotional regulation, and those navigating the often-overlooked challenges of postpartum depression and postpartum anxiety. With a background in substance use counseling, I am dedicated to supporting individuals as they navigate their mental health and wellness journey. My goal is to help you build resilience, strengthen self-awareness, and create a life that feels more balanced, fulfilling, and aligned with who you truly are.
I typically work with adults who are experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, difficulties with emotional regulation, and those navigating the often-overlooked challenges of postpartum depression and postpartum anxiety. With a background in substance use counseling, I am dedicated to supporting individuals as they navigate their mental health and wellness journey. My goal is to help you build resilience, strengthen self-awareness, and create a life that feels more balanced, fulfilling, and aligned with who you truly are.
Securely request an appointment on our website: tinyurl.com/LHA-AppointmentRequest . LightHeart provides therapy & medication management for children, adolescents & adults. We provide individual, family, and couples therapy. We work with all variety of concerns, including acute and chronic depression and anxiety, abuse & trauma, LGBTQ issues, conflicted relationships, & personality disorders. We also have experience working successfully with child behavioral problems.
Securely request an appointment on our website: tinyurl.com/LHA-AppointmentRequest . LightHeart provides therapy & medication management for children, adolescents & adults. We provide individual, family, and couples therapy. We work with all variety of concerns, including acute and chronic depression and anxiety, abuse & trauma, LGBTQ issues, conflicted relationships, & personality disorders. We also have experience working successfully with child behavioral problems.
You may notice that everyday demands feel exhausting, social situations take extra energy, or that you’re often managing anxiety, sensory overload, or burnout that others don’t fully understand. Life can feel overwhelming when your mind processes the world differently than those around you. Many neurodivergent adults have spent years adapting, masking, or pushing through—often at the expense of their emotional wellbeing. Therapy can provide a supportive space to better understand your experiences, build coping strategies, and reconnect with your authentic self.
You may notice that everyday demands feel exhausting, social situations take extra energy, or that you’re often managing anxiety, sensory overload, or burnout that others don’t fully understand. Life can feel overwhelming when your mind processes the world differently than those around you. Many neurodivergent adults have spent years adapting, masking, or pushing through—often at the expense of their emotional wellbeing. Therapy can provide a supportive space to better understand your experiences, build coping strategies, and reconnect with your authentic self.
My desire is to support you and your family through the challenges of life. I have over 25 years of experience working with people of all ages. My preferred counseling theory is Cognitive Behavioral Theory, but I am familiar with a wide variety of other counseling theories (EMDR, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, Systems) that may work better for you. I completed both a M.S. degree in Psychology from Utah State University in 2005 and a M.A. degree in Counseling from Ottawa University in 2016. Currently I am licensed as a Mental Health Counselor.
My desire is to support you and your family through the challenges of life. I have over 25 years of experience working with people of all ages. My preferred counseling theory is Cognitive Behavioral Theory, but I am familiar with a wide variety of other counseling theories (EMDR, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, Systems) that may work better for you. I completed both a M.S. degree in Psychology from Utah State University in 2005 and a M.A. degree in Counseling from Ottawa University in 2016. Currently I am licensed as a Mental Health Counselor.
Hi there! I enjoy working with clients of all ages and backgrounds, and am passionate about working with teens, parents, and young adults. I have a love of parent coaching and parent support, with a goal of helping parents move towards growth and understanding of their children's needs, feelings and behaviors. I find it important to utilize strategies that are effective, compassionate, and respectful of the client's needs. Additionally, I believe there needs to be a strong therapeutic relationship built on trust and compassion. I utilize a variety of therapeutic techniques depending on the unique needs of each person.
Hi there! I enjoy working with clients of all ages and backgrounds, and am passionate about working with teens, parents, and young adults. I have a love of parent coaching and parent support, with a goal of helping parents move towards growth and understanding of their children's needs, feelings and behaviors. I find it important to utilize strategies that are effective, compassionate, and respectful of the client's needs. Additionally, I believe there needs to be a strong therapeutic relationship built on trust and compassion. I utilize a variety of therapeutic techniques depending on the unique needs of each person.
Hello! I am currently accepting new clients for individual counseling both via telehealth and in-person. Common concerns that I work with include anxiety, depression, PTSD, LGBTQIA+ struggles, identity exploration, and issues related to high-stress work environments. With a background in healthcare environments, I can also help coordinate your care with other outside medical providers with your consent.
Hello! I am currently accepting new clients for individual counseling both via telehealth and in-person. Common concerns that I work with include anxiety, depression, PTSD, LGBTQIA+ struggles, identity exploration, and issues related to high-stress work environments. With a background in healthcare environments, I can also help coordinate your care with other outside medical providers with your consent.
Welcome! Are you a young adult needing support? Or a parent needing additional parenting strategies, or guidance to better understand/support your child? Are you worried about your child/teen’s emotional well-being or social skills? I enjoy working collaboratively with children and parents alike to improve child and family well-being, often finding that working with both provides the best outcomes for everyone. I have special interests in working with gifted and twice-exceptional (2E) clients and homeschool/online school clients. Lastly I absolutely love working with teens and young adults - they make up a large part of my caseload!
Welcome! Are you a young adult needing support? Or a parent needing additional parenting strategies, or guidance to better understand/support your child? Are you worried about your child/teen’s emotional well-being or social skills? I enjoy working collaboratively with children and parents alike to improve child and family well-being, often finding that working with both provides the best outcomes for everyone. I have special interests in working with gifted and twice-exceptional (2E) clients and homeschool/online school clients. Lastly I absolutely love working with teens and young adults - they make up a large part of my caseload!
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If you’ve ever felt like you’re explaining yourself over and over and still not quite being understood, you’re not alone. A lot of the queer and LGBTQ+ adults I work with come in feeling stuck, discouraged, or unsure whether therapy can actually help after past experiences that missed the mark.
I’m a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with over 30 years of experience. Most of my clients are queer adults, and I try to offer a space where you don’t have to overthink your words or explain who you are.
If you’ve ever felt like you’re explaining yourself over and over and still not quite being understood, you’re not alone. A lot of the queer and LGBTQ+ adults I work with come in feeling stuck, discouraged, or unsure whether therapy can actually help after past experiences that missed the mark.
I’m a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with over 30 years of experience. Most of my clients are queer adults, and I try to offer a space where you don’t have to overthink your words or explain who you are.
Hi there, I'm Renee! I help you navigate anxiety, conflict, career stress, and periods of uncertainty by moving beyond formulas and fixed answers toward a more imaginative way of understanding your life. Through story, film, and the deeper patterns that shape inner experience, we uncover what is not yet fully seen, opening space for new meaning and direction. I use a reflective and depth-oriented process to help you slow down and explore what may be contributing to feelings of being stuck or overwhelmed.
Hi there, I'm Renee! I help you navigate anxiety, conflict, career stress, and periods of uncertainty by moving beyond formulas and fixed answers toward a more imaginative way of understanding your life. Through story, film, and the deeper patterns that shape inner experience, we uncover what is not yet fully seen, opening space for new meaning and direction. I use a reflective and depth-oriented process to help you slow down and explore what may be contributing to feelings of being stuck or overwhelmed.
Do overwhelming emotions, anxiety, or self-doubt make it difficult to enjoy daily life? I work with teens and adults navigating anxiety, ADHD, Type 1 diabetes, chronic illness, and life's transitions. Together, we'll build practical skills to strengthen emotional resilience, improve coping, and help you feel calmer, more confident, and more in control.
Do overwhelming emotions, anxiety, or self-doubt make it difficult to enjoy daily life? I work with teens and adults navigating anxiety, ADHD, Type 1 diabetes, chronic illness, and life's transitions. Together, we'll build practical skills to strengthen emotional resilience, improve coping, and help you feel calmer, more confident, and more in control.
I believe strongly in the inner capacity of all humans to grow and heal in mind, body, and spirit from trauma or barriers faced in life. Due to our interconnected nature, this healing capacity is deepened and broadened through the assistance and support of others. I seek to hold a safe space through the therapeutic relationship to allow for the development of greater understanding and appreciation of self. Through this process, people begin to heal, make meaningful changes and courageously act in ways that reflect their authentic self.
I believe strongly in the inner capacity of all humans to grow and heal in mind, body, and spirit from trauma or barriers faced in life. Due to our interconnected nature, this healing capacity is deepened and broadened through the assistance and support of others. I seek to hold a safe space through the therapeutic relationship to allow for the development of greater understanding and appreciation of self. Through this process, people begin to heal, make meaningful changes and courageously act in ways that reflect their authentic self.
I (He/Him/His) am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor working with adolescents, adults, and older adults in individual, family, and couples settings. I enthusiastically works with clients from diverse backgrounds and welcome clients from all walks of life. My practical and philosophical approaches are rooted in psychodynamic, family systems, and cognitive behavioral schools of thought. I recognize that every individual is unique, and each client will need a tailored approach for therapy to be successful.
I (He/Him/His) am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor working with adolescents, adults, and older adults in individual, family, and couples settings. I enthusiastically works with clients from diverse backgrounds and welcome clients from all walks of life. My practical and philosophical approaches are rooted in psychodynamic, family systems, and cognitive behavioral schools of thought. I recognize that every individual is unique, and each client will need a tailored approach for therapy to be successful.
I am passionate about working with teens, young adults, families and the Latino community. I am bilingual in Spanish and also provide Spanish speaking services.
I have been in the field for over 10 years and have worked in a variety of settings within counseling and therapy, social work, and restorative justice. I have worked with trauma, crisis management, adolescent substance use, adolescents in the criminal justice system, depression, anxiety, restorative justice, self harm, behavioral issues and other areas as needed.
I look forward to working with you and helping you on your journey.
I am passionate about working with teens, young adults, families and the Latino community. I am bilingual in Spanish and also provide Spanish speaking services.
I have been in the field for over 10 years and have worked in a variety of settings within counseling and therapy, social work, and restorative justice. I have worked with trauma, crisis management, adolescent substance use, adolescents in the criminal justice system, depression, anxiety, restorative justice, self harm, behavioral issues and other areas as needed.
I look forward to working with you and helping you on your journey.
Hi there, I'm Sheila! I am a Counselor licensed in Washington State, with over 14 years of experience. I see my clients as individuals deserving respect, compassion, and gentle help in discovering their best selves and their best lives. I use primarily cognitive behavioral techniques (CBT), play therapy, and art therapy interventions, but I am also certified in Trauma-Focused CBT and dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT). However, I have many resources to tailor therapy to individual client needs
Hi there, I'm Sheila! I am a Counselor licensed in Washington State, with over 14 years of experience. I see my clients as individuals deserving respect, compassion, and gentle help in discovering their best selves and their best lives. I use primarily cognitive behavioral techniques (CBT), play therapy, and art therapy interventions, but I am also certified in Trauma-Focused CBT and dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT). However, I have many resources to tailor therapy to individual client needs
Amanda Rausch LMFT, NoStressNoStigma.com
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, AAMFT , RYT, BH-TMH
2 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98109
No matter what you are going through, know that I am here to listen, support you and help you figure it all out! Welcome to the newest generation of self care and mental health- this is easy, accessible, no-stress, stigma free help for whatever you are going through. Feel free to wear your sweatpants, sit on the couch and have a session on your phone or lap top. Prefer in person? No problem, we can talk a walk outdoors, meet in a coffee shop, or meet in my Eastlake or Fremont Office spaces. Clients have told me I provide a compassionate, empathetic and truthful perspective.
No matter what you are going through, know that I am here to listen, support you and help you figure it all out! Welcome to the newest generation of self care and mental health- this is easy, accessible, no-stress, stigma free help for whatever you are going through. Feel free to wear your sweatpants, sit on the couch and have a session on your phone or lap top. Prefer in person? No problem, we can talk a walk outdoors, meet in a coffee shop, or meet in my Eastlake or Fremont Office spaces. Clients have told me I provide a compassionate, empathetic and truthful perspective.
Glyn Deputy, M.Ed, LMHC, brings a keen awareness of both the necessities and subtleties of surviving our human condition and reaching one’s full potential, particularly when clients are experiencing significant life transitions (e.g., separation, divorce, parent child conflicts, etc.), as well as clinical experience spanning the past 20 years. Glyn has worked with generational family issues in rural and frontier communities, has assisted youth and young adults with many types of disability in pursuing higher education, and has gained exceptional skills in dual diagnosis treatment – both individually and in the family system.
Glyn Deputy, M.Ed, LMHC, brings a keen awareness of both the necessities and subtleties of surviving our human condition and reaching one’s full potential, particularly when clients are experiencing significant life transitions (e.g., separation, divorce, parent child conflicts, etc.), as well as clinical experience spanning the past 20 years. Glyn has worked with generational family issues in rural and frontier communities, has assisted youth and young adults with many types of disability in pursuing higher education, and has gained exceptional skills in dual diagnosis treatment – both individually and in the family system.
Shayla Adkins
Licensed Social Worker Associate, LSWAIC
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I offer individual counseling through telehealth for adolescents and adults, embracing a person-centered approach to honor patients as the experts of their own lives. People engage in therapy at varying times; crisis, conflict, stagnance, transition, loss, fear of the future or burden from the past. Whatever the reason, therapy can be helpful during any stage of life.
My clinical background has been rooted in community mental health and substance use outpatient treatment settings.
I offer afternoon/evening availability.
I offer individual counseling through telehealth for adolescents and adults, embracing a person-centered approach to honor patients as the experts of their own lives. People engage in therapy at varying times; crisis, conflict, stagnance, transition, loss, fear of the future or burden from the past. Whatever the reason, therapy can be helpful during any stage of life.
My clinical background has been rooted in community mental health and substance use outpatient treatment settings.
I offer afternoon/evening availability.
Chaise Marie Gies, M.S., SUDP-T, LMHCA(c), has worked in the psychology and forensic field for several years. She has a master’s degree in forensic psychology, along with a specialized license in substance use disorders and an associate candidate as a mental health counselor. Chaise draws on several theoretical orientations (e.g., Rogerian, Cognitive Behavioral, Family Systems, etc.) in her counseling practice at NW Family.
Chaise Marie Gies, M.S., SUDP-T, LMHCA(c), has worked in the psychology and forensic field for several years. She has a master’s degree in forensic psychology, along with a specialized license in substance use disorders and an associate candidate as a mental health counselor. Chaise draws on several theoretical orientations (e.g., Rogerian, Cognitive Behavioral, Family Systems, etc.) in her counseling practice at NW Family.
My ideal client seeks a therapist who values liberation, inclusivity, autonomy, and progressive change. They are healing from trauma, anxiety, oppression, and systems that have historically silenced or marginalized them. They want therapy grounded in lived experience, honesty, and the freedom to rebuild a life that feels safe, authentic, and fully their own.
My ideal client seeks a therapist who values liberation, inclusivity, autonomy, and progressive change. They are healing from trauma, anxiety, oppression, and systems that have historically silenced or marginalized them. They want therapy grounded in lived experience, honesty, and the freedom to rebuild a life that feels safe, authentic, and fully their own.
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GEHA, Government Employees Health Association, provides health insurance benefit plans to federal employees and retirees and their dependents. The company currently offers traditional fee-for-service health plan options with a network of participating providers.