Therapists for Teens and Adolescents in Seatac, WA
Life is full of transitions, expected and unexpected, and this can be hard on individuals and families as a whole. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I seek to help you cope, decrease emotional distress, and bring balance and meaning to your current situation. Being a therapist of color has equipped me to be sensitive, open and authentic to issues such as privilege, classism, oppression, racism, as they may relate to emotional pain and suffering. I believe that each person develops unique coping skills to deal with life’s stresses.
Life is full of transitions, expected and unexpected, and this can be hard on individuals and families as a whole. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I seek to help you cope, decrease emotional distress, and bring balance and meaning to your current situation. Being a therapist of color has equipped me to be sensitive, open and authentic to issues such as privilege, classism, oppression, racism, as they may relate to emotional pain and suffering. I believe that each person develops unique coping skills to deal with life’s stresses.
It is difficult to deal with strong feelings of anger, guilt sadness, grief, fear, or worry on your own. At the same time, it can be extremely difficult to let others around you know when you need help. You may have even been told that you just need to "tough it out", and "deal with it" all on your own. I'm here to say that you don't have to. Managing difficult emotions is easier said than done when going through stressful situations such as losing a loved one, ending a relationship, or dealing with financial stress. I am here if you are ready to make positive changes in your life, and are tired of doing it alone.
It is difficult to deal with strong feelings of anger, guilt sadness, grief, fear, or worry on your own. At the same time, it can be extremely difficult to let others around you know when you need help. You may have even been told that you just need to "tough it out", and "deal with it" all on your own. I'm here to say that you don't have to. Managing difficult emotions is easier said than done when going through stressful situations such as losing a loved one, ending a relationship, or dealing with financial stress. I am here if you are ready to make positive changes in your life, and are tired of doing it alone.
If there’s anything my years of life experience have taught me, it’s that people only thrive when they are grounded in deep meaning and purpose. Yet deep meaning and purpose are only realized during profound trials and tribulations. As a therapist, I feel called to walk alongside individuals during their darkest moments, to help them find truth, beauty, and goodness. I’ve worked with individuals and couples in a variety of areas, integrating empathy, wisdom, and curiosity with proven therapeutic approaches to bring about authentic hope and healing.
If there’s anything my years of life experience have taught me, it’s that people only thrive when they are grounded in deep meaning and purpose. Yet deep meaning and purpose are only realized during profound trials and tribulations. As a therapist, I feel called to walk alongside individuals during their darkest moments, to help them find truth, beauty, and goodness. I’ve worked with individuals and couples in a variety of areas, integrating empathy, wisdom, and curiosity with proven therapeutic approaches to bring about authentic hope and healing.
We all deserve respect, care, and acceptance. I have a passion for helping people navigate the difficult transitions that can occur in life due to a change in health or other circumstances. I believe that we all do our best given the resources and situation provided, and that a change in perspective or new tool can make all the difference. Besides primarily using a cognitive behavioral therapy framework to address unconscious processes, I have broad experience incorporating existential, spiritual, and meaning based approaches in pursuing growth.
We all deserve respect, care, and acceptance. I have a passion for helping people navigate the difficult transitions that can occur in life due to a change in health or other circumstances. I believe that we all do our best given the resources and situation provided, and that a change in perspective or new tool can make all the difference. Besides primarily using a cognitive behavioral therapy framework to address unconscious processes, I have broad experience incorporating existential, spiritual, and meaning based approaches in pursuing growth.
I am interested in working with first generations, immigrants, couples, individuals, teens 16+, and individuals affected by system
I am a woman of color and a first-generation therapist who speaks multiple languages. I speak Oromo, Swahili, Amharic and English. I believe therapy is a space for people to discover who they are in a safe place. I strive to create an environment that will allow you to look at the different ways you define yourself. We will also explore and face the challenges you have experienced to help you gain understanding as to how these shapes who you are today. As a Muslim Black woman, I believe the characteristics you hold are a part of your journey to shaping the person you are and/or who you want to be in your life.
I am interested in working with first generations, immigrants, couples, individuals, teens 16+, and individuals affected by system
I am a woman of color and a first-generation therapist who speaks multiple languages. I speak Oromo, Swahili, Amharic and English. I believe therapy is a space for people to discover who they are in a safe place. I strive to create an environment that will allow you to look at the different ways you define yourself. We will also explore and face the challenges you have experienced to help you gain understanding as to how these shapes who you are today. As a Muslim Black woman, I believe the characteristics you hold are a part of your journey to shaping the person you are and/or who you want to be in your life.
I am a first generation immigrant refugee family from Vietnam/Cambodia living in America. Raised in Washington, My graduate degree from University of Washington Masters of Social Work Program. I’ve spend over 13 years working as a professional Social Worker for various institutions both government and community based, serving my community. It was always my life-long dream to be in private practice specializing in Trauma-Informed Care and aid in healing from Racial Trauma, Adverse Childhood Experiences, and Survivors of Intimate Partner Violence with deep exploration around self-love and body positivity
I am a first generation immigrant refugee family from Vietnam/Cambodia living in America. Raised in Washington, My graduate degree from University of Washington Masters of Social Work Program. I’ve spend over 13 years working as a professional Social Worker for various institutions both government and community based, serving my community. It was always my life-long dream to be in private practice specializing in Trauma-Informed Care and aid in healing from Racial Trauma, Adverse Childhood Experiences, and Survivors of Intimate Partner Violence with deep exploration around self-love and body positivity
I have close to 15 years of experience working with individuals and couples, adults and teens, in crisis and in the day to day.
Hello! So, you know those therapists who are calming, soothing, and usually have one of those freaking awesome rock formations with streaming water behind them? Yeah, well... I'm not one of those therapists! First off, I just used the word "freaking" in my intro, and that's when I'm trying to be my most professional self! Secondly, and more importantly, I'm just not into all the head bobbing and "tell me more." I'm more of a "Talk to me... what's going on?" kind of therapist. I will listen, and never judge you. I will laugh (and sometimes cry) with you, and I will use every therapeutic tool at my disposal to help you!
I have close to 15 years of experience working with individuals and couples, adults and teens, in crisis and in the day to day.
Hello! So, you know those therapists who are calming, soothing, and usually have one of those freaking awesome rock formations with streaming water behind them? Yeah, well... I'm not one of those therapists! First off, I just used the word "freaking" in my intro, and that's when I'm trying to be my most professional self! Secondly, and more importantly, I'm just not into all the head bobbing and "tell me more." I'm more of a "Talk to me... what's going on?" kind of therapist. I will listen, and never judge you. I will laugh (and sometimes cry) with you, and I will use every therapeutic tool at my disposal to help you!
I work with teens and adults ages 15 and up, specializing in anxiety, depression, and substance use disorders.
Facing anxiety, depression, or struggles with substance use can make life feel heavy and unpredictable, even when you’re doing everything you can to hold things together. These experiences are not signs of failure—they’re part of the complex challenges many people face quietly every day. I chose to become a mental health clinician because I believe in the strength it takes to seek support, and I’ve seen how powerful it can be when someone chooses to show up for themselves. Therapy isn’t about fixing what's broken; it’s about creating space for change, growth, and resilience.
I work with teens and adults ages 15 and up, specializing in anxiety, depression, and substance use disorders.
Facing anxiety, depression, or struggles with substance use can make life feel heavy and unpredictable, even when you’re doing everything you can to hold things together. These experiences are not signs of failure—they’re part of the complex challenges many people face quietly every day. I chose to become a mental health clinician because I believe in the strength it takes to seek support, and I’ve seen how powerful it can be when someone chooses to show up for themselves. Therapy isn’t about fixing what's broken; it’s about creating space for change, growth, and resilience.
I often work with clients navigating multiple identities—BIPOC women & teens, LGBTQ+ folks, college students & professionals facing increased stress & burnout.
As a culturally responsive, trauma-informed therapist I bring an anti-oppressive lens to our work. I use evidence-based therapy like inner child work, EMDR & strengths-based methods. Together, we’ll unpack internalized beliefs, heal emotional wounds & hold space for all of your identities-so you can move toward a life that feels authentic, empowered & whole.
I often work with clients navigating multiple identities—BIPOC women & teens, LGBTQ+ folks, college students & professionals facing increased stress & burnout.
As a culturally responsive, trauma-informed therapist I bring an anti-oppressive lens to our work. I use evidence-based therapy like inner child work, EMDR & strengths-based methods. Together, we’ll unpack internalized beliefs, heal emotional wounds & hold space for all of your identities-so you can move toward a life that feels authentic, empowered & whole.
I enjoy working with young adults and adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, eating disorders, life transitions, stress, or relationship challenges. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or seeking personal growth, therapy can be a space to feel heard and supported. Together, we'll build on your strengths, explore what's most important to you, and work toward meaningful, lasting change. My goal is to provide a warm, nonjudgmental environment where you feel empowered to heal, grow, and move forward with confidence.
I enjoy working with young adults and adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, eating disorders, life transitions, stress, or relationship challenges. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or seeking personal growth, therapy can be a space to feel heard and supported. Together, we'll build on your strengths, explore what's most important to you, and work toward meaningful, lasting change. My goal is to provide a warm, nonjudgmental environment where you feel empowered to heal, grow, and move forward with confidence.
With over 14 years of experience, I've assisted adults, teens, and families during challenging times.
I am dedicated to being a supportive presence in your journey towards living your fullest life. If you find yourself grappling with emotions or seeking to enrich your relationships, I invite you to open up to me. Together, we'll navigate your feelings and devise effective strategies to elevate your life's quality. From setting achievable goals to fostering personal accountability, I'm here every step of the way to celebrate your progress.
With over 14 years of experience, I've assisted adults, teens, and families during challenging times.
I am dedicated to being a supportive presence in your journey towards living your fullest life. If you find yourself grappling with emotions or seeking to enrich your relationships, I invite you to open up to me. Together, we'll navigate your feelings and devise effective strategies to elevate your life's quality. From setting achievable goals to fostering personal accountability, I'm here every step of the way to celebrate your progress.
Brett’s specialty is working with children, adolescents and their families to improve communication, teach life skills to create strategies for better decision making, problem solving, self-improvement and acceptance.
Individual therapy
/ GCS offers individual therapy to school-age children, adolescents, young adults and adults for a range of issues. Brett will collaborate with you to determine the focus for therapy and ways to help you navigate your experience, enhance coping skills, and make progress toward your goals. Through the use of these modalities CBT, DBT.
Brett’s specialty is working with children, adolescents and their families to improve communication, teach life skills to create strategies for better decision making, problem solving, self-improvement and acceptance.
Individual therapy
/ GCS offers individual therapy to school-age children, adolescents, young adults and adults for a range of issues. Brett will collaborate with you to determine the focus for therapy and ways to help you navigate your experience, enhance coping skills, and make progress toward your goals. Through the use of these modalities CBT, DBT.
I have over 14 years of experience in individual and couples therapy, serving adults and older teens.
While I meet with a wide variety of clients, the majority of my caseload supports adult individuals and couples who identify as queer, geeks, gamers, and/or tech professionals. Though geek therapy is my specialty, I do not only seek geek clientele. My interest is to empower and support my clients - to work together and personalize their therapy to suit them individually. I work to provide a safe and productive space for clients to overcome adversity, and care deeply about understanding each person's diversity in identity and presence. I strive to remain open to and aware of my biases - including my privilege, identities, and beliefs
I have over 14 years of experience in individual and couples therapy, serving adults and older teens.
While I meet with a wide variety of clients, the majority of my caseload supports adult individuals and couples who identify as queer, geeks, gamers, and/or tech professionals. Though geek therapy is my specialty, I do not only seek geek clientele. My interest is to empower and support my clients - to work together and personalize their therapy to suit them individually. I work to provide a safe and productive space for clients to overcome adversity, and care deeply about understanding each person's diversity in identity and presence. I strive to remain open to and aware of my biases - including my privilege, identities, and beliefs
My practice is focused on the resolution of trauma using EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) which effectively and efficiently treats trauma. Trauma can be a single event such as a car accident or sexual assault, or could be more complicated, involving childhood trauma. Memories of these events can cause big feelings to erupt, avoidance of similar situations, nightmares, and even flashbacks that make it feel like the event is still happening to you. Below is a simple, animated description of how EMDR works: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hKrfH43srg8
My practice is focused on the resolution of trauma using EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) which effectively and efficiently treats trauma. Trauma can be a single event such as a car accident or sexual assault, or could be more complicated, involving childhood trauma. Memories of these events can cause big feelings to erupt, avoidance of similar situations, nightmares, and even flashbacks that make it feel like the event is still happening to you. Below is a simple, animated description of how EMDR works: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hKrfH43srg8
Hola, I’m Mayra (she/ella), a couple and family therapist and founder of Jardín Wellness Therapy. I specialize in working with (adult) children of immigrant families, BIPOC individuals, queer and trans folks, and neurodiverse individuals and families. Some areas of focus include cultural and racial identity exploration, trauma, family-of-origin and childhood issues, grief & loss, and life transitions. In our work together, we will consider your intersecting identities and experiences. Additionally, we will integrate cultural traditions and values that are important to you.
Hola, I’m Mayra (she/ella), a couple and family therapist and founder of Jardín Wellness Therapy. I specialize in working with (adult) children of immigrant families, BIPOC individuals, queer and trans folks, and neurodiverse individuals and families. Some areas of focus include cultural and racial identity exploration, trauma, family-of-origin and childhood issues, grief & loss, and life transitions. In our work together, we will consider your intersecting identities and experiences. Additionally, we will integrate cultural traditions and values that are important to you.
More Therapists Nearby
Individual Therapy, Couple’s Therapy, Family Therapy, and Group Therapy Theoretical Orientation Jeff deals with addictions, parenting, communication, relational issues, stress, sleep disorders, depression, anxiety, and PTSD. Jeff has provided human resources/management consulting for organizations for more than twenty years. He is a Human Resources professional and broadcaster. Originally when he entered the helping services by working for a large non-profit organization (The Salvation Army), the management noticed that he was building positive relationships with the hardest to reach clients. Please call Jeff contact 520-260-4584.
Individual Therapy, Couple’s Therapy, Family Therapy, and Group Therapy Theoretical Orientation Jeff deals with addictions, parenting, communication, relational issues, stress, sleep disorders, depression, anxiety, and PTSD. Jeff has provided human resources/management consulting for organizations for more than twenty years. He is a Human Resources professional and broadcaster. Originally when he entered the helping services by working for a large non-profit organization (The Salvation Army), the management noticed that he was building positive relationships with the hardest to reach clients. Please call Jeff contact 520-260-4584.
I'm passionate about helping children, adolescents, and adults work through their stressors and challenges and discover their own inner strength.
I earned my master's in clinical mental health counseling from The University of Texas at Tyler and have worked in a variety of settings at multiple levels of care since then. My approach to therapy is person-centered, and I combine elements of cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and trauma-focused therapy to best meet each individual's.
I'm passionate about helping children, adolescents, and adults work through their stressors and challenges and discover their own inner strength.
I earned my master's in clinical mental health counseling from The University of Texas at Tyler and have worked in a variety of settings at multiple levels of care since then. My approach to therapy is person-centered, and I combine elements of cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and trauma-focused therapy to best meet each individual's.
I work with individuals, couples and families to address a range of issues relating to life transitions, stress, anxiety, depression, marital/intimate relationships, parent-child relationships, intergenerational patterns/family of origin exploration, attachment styles, Autism, ADHD etc. With experience spanning clients aged 4 to 65 in both the USA and India, I bring an open and culturally curious perspective to therapy. I deeply value the diverse identities my clients bring- gender, sexuality, faith, culture, language -and honor their role in the therapeutic process.
I work with individuals, couples and families to address a range of issues relating to life transitions, stress, anxiety, depression, marital/intimate relationships, parent-child relationships, intergenerational patterns/family of origin exploration, attachment styles, Autism, ADHD etc. With experience spanning clients aged 4 to 65 in both the USA and India, I bring an open and culturally curious perspective to therapy. I deeply value the diverse identities my clients bring- gender, sexuality, faith, culture, language -and honor their role in the therapeutic process.
Whether you have a clear sense of what's bothering you, a persistent feeling that something is off, or simply a desire to understand yourself better: all are useful places to begin.
You may find yourself overthinking relationships, worrying about how you’re perceived, struggling to rely on others, or feeling like no amount of achievement is ever enough. Often beneath perfectionism, self-criticism, or overaccommodation is a thoughtful and sensitive person who learned early that vulnerability didn’t feel safe.
Whether you have a clear sense of what's bothering you, a persistent feeling that something is off, or simply a desire to understand yourself better: all are useful places to begin.
You may find yourself overthinking relationships, worrying about how you’re perceived, struggling to rely on others, or feeling like no amount of achievement is ever enough. Often beneath perfectionism, self-criticism, or overaccommodation is a thoughtful and sensitive person who learned early that vulnerability didn’t feel safe.
I specialize in relational therapy, trauma-focused modalities, and family systems to support bipoc women: teenagers, young adults, and couples who are re-learning who they are so they can step into their life purpose and relationships with more confidence and joy.
I’m a warm, spiritual, natural rights advocate and therapist. I draw from my learnings and experience as a cis-gender, "3rd culture kid" South Asian female and conceptualize evidence-based approaches to support you in gaining new insight into shift patterns that may be affecting your sense of self, current life, and relationships.
I specialize in relational therapy, trauma-focused modalities, and family systems to support bipoc women: teenagers, young adults, and couples who are re-learning who they are so they can step into their life purpose and relationships with more confidence and joy.
I’m a warm, spiritual, natural rights advocate and therapist. I draw from my learnings and experience as a cis-gender, "3rd culture kid" South Asian female and conceptualize evidence-based approaches to support you in gaining new insight into shift patterns that may be affecting your sense of self, current life, and relationships.
See more therapy options for Seatac
Nearby Teens Therapists Searches for Seatac
See More Teens Therapists FAQ - Teenage and Adolescent Therapists
What does therapy for teenagers look like?
When a therapist works with a teenager, the pair will talk about what the teen is struggling with and explore solutions, which may involve interpersonal skills, coping strategies, medication, or lifestyle changes related to sleep, diet, and exercise. Different therapists employ different modalities, but most involve a combination of conversation and skill building.
How long does therapy for teenagers generally take to work?
There’s variability in teenagers’ experiences and challenges; some may begin to improve from therapy within a few weeks while others may take several months or longer. Teens can discuss their progress with their therapist periodically to assess how they’re improving and any changes to the treatment plan that could potentially accelerate that progress.
How do you encourage a teenager to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express your concern and love while framing therapy as an opportunity to explore a tool that could help improve their life; just like they practice baseball or dance, now they can practice their emotional skills. Give your teen control over the process where you can—maybe by weighing in on choice of therapist and signaling that therapy involves confidentiality, so a parent need not know all that is discussed in sessions.
How do you prepare teens for therapy?
You can prepare your teenager for therapy by describing what the process will look like and setting expectations for timeline, if requested. You can explain that the first session may begin with an assessment phase, that they can describe their experiences but that the therapist will ask questions too, and that it may take time to feel comfortable opening up. Ask how they’re feeling about the process and answer any questions calmly and supportively.