Therapists in Seattle, WA

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Photo of Denise Johnson, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate in Seattle, WA
Denise Johnson
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFTA, CHT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Are you struggling with a life transition, feelings of insecurity or other emotional pain? Do you desire less conflict or more connection in your relationship? Often, my clients arrive with anxiety, feelings of shame, or are suffering from challenging relationship dynamics. Others, arrive unsure of the exact source of their problem, but know they want more fulfillment. Perhaps you have awareness regarding your issues, but still struggle to interrupt negative patterns or grow beyond reoccurring challenges. If you long to improve your relationship with yourself or others, I would love to work with you.
(206) 350-9223
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Seattle, WA 98126
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Not accepting new clients
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Perinatal Support Washington - Brionna Butz
Pre-Licensed Professional, Intern
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Recently pregnant for the first time and feeling fearful about your birth? Nervous about becoming a new mom? Maybe postpartum hasn't looked like you thought, or the "baby blues" haven't let up. The journey to becoming a parent can be full of challenging feelings, thoughts, and transitions. I aim to provide a safe place to express what you're feeling without judgment and together we can explore new skills and practices to support you showing up as the person you want to be for yourself and your family to flourish. I aim to collaborate in your process as you go through this perinatal experience with compassion and cultural humility.
(206) 208-1053
Seattle, WA 98103
Not accepting new clients
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Blair Morgan-Livingston
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I believe in the importance of helping individuals seeking to show up authentically in all parts of their lives. Through compassion, non-judgmental guidance, and by challenging patterns where you find yourself stuck, we are able to promote personal growth and change. I work with individuals to better understand their boundaries and how to strengthen their ability to communicate them. My approach to counseling is informed by CBT, ACT, Psychodynamic, and EMDR. EMDR therapy is an effective research based therapy method that supports healing from trauma, ingrained negative core beliefs, and other distressing life experiences.
(206) 823-3277
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Seattle, WA 98105
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Photo of Andrew Bryant, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Seattle, WA
Andrew Bryant
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified
Verified
Therapy involves getting to know ourselves better - our beliefs, our feelings and reactions, our relationships, and the patterns we live by. I work with people who want to understand themselves better and make more positive life decisions. Many of my clients find themselves continually falling into negative patterns with friends, family, partners, academics, and career choices. Others struggle with confidence, self-worth, and an incessant inner critic. My work with couples and families focuses on increasing effective communication, and finding alternatives to negative patterns of interaction.
(206) 384-8604
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Seattle, WA 98103
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Other Spaces - A Therapy Studio, PLLC
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, LMFTA
Verified
Verified
Do you feel alone, lost, or broken? Maybe it's been a long time since you truly felt seen and heard by the friends, family, and partners most important to you. Is this how you prefer to live? How much longer can you pretend it's sustainable? It's my belief that you are not broken and you are not the problem. You are a whole person whose relationships are being robbed by the problem. You deserve to find a new way of living that honors your best hopes and truest self. Whether you are a couple, family, or individual, Other Spaces therapy can help you find your voice so you can live more authentically.
(206) 536-1309
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Seattle, WA 98111
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Waitlist for new clients
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Carly Fritz
Counselor, MAEd, LMHC, NCC
Verified
Verified
I have a passion for working with adolescents and early adults, helping them through the sometimes turbulent and simultaneously exciting periods of change and growth surrounding these developmental stages. I help individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, family & relationship issues, stress management, self-esteem, identity formation, and major life transitions.
(206) 208-8305
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Seattle, WA 98107
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Waitlist for new clients
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Ridley Beierschmitt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified
Verified
My clinical approach is largely psychodynamic with existential and humanistic elements. Some of my clinical interests include: adult developmental life transitions, the impact of chronic illness (on both the person with chronic illness and those caring for someone with chronic illness/ongoing health needs), and men's issues.
(206) 504-3862
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Seattle, WA 98133
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Mackenzie Guddat
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
My therapeutic orientation is best described as a holistic and comprehensive approach to counseling. I find that developing insight about the nature of one's problems within the context of an empathetic and collaborative therapeutic relationship, can lead to healthier relationships and a more satisfying life. I tailor my treatment approach to best fit the needs and desires of my clients. Some of these approaches may include: Cognitive-Behavioral, Solution-Focused, Client-Centered, Mindfulness practices, and Strength-based interventions. My hope is to help people recognize that life is a continual balance between stability and growth through acceptance and actualization.
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Seattle, WA 98119
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Brent Potter
Counselor, PhD, PhD , PsyD
Verified
Verified
I am a psychotherapist and psychoanalyst with 29 years of direct experience. I have worked with diverse populations and Washington State endorses me as a Child Mental Health Specialist and Ethnic Minority Mental Health Specialist (Native and African American populations). I hold licenses in multiple states in both mental health as well as chemical dependency. I am the author of multiple Amazon best-sellers including 'Elements of Self-Destruction', 'Borderline Personality Disorder' (co-authored with Jacquie Gunn), and 'Elements of Reparation'. Above all, I am a proud father of two and a husband.
(206) 558-6391
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Seattle, WA 98119
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Jessie Thuy Brooks-Janzen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
As the partner affected by the addictive behavior of a loved one, you often find yourself asking what you can do to help them? You have tried many approaches, but none have been long-lasting. Your loved one's addictive behavior is unpredictable, and you are fearful it might get worse. You love your partner, but not their addictive behavior. Reaching out for help can be scary, as you want to be sure that you find a counselor that you can connect with and one that understands addictive behavior.
(206) 717-8536
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Seattle, WA 98119
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Stephanie Brownell, PLLC
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I work collaboratively with you to identify stories or obstacles posing problems in your life so you can move through them. Whether you are a teen, an adult, a couple, or a family system, I utilize an integrative approach that is holistic and strength-based, supporting you in making peace with the past & the present, and live in a healthy balance of mind, body, & spirit. I work from a multicultural & justice-oriented context; am LGQBT+ friendly, & support you in your individual belief system, exploring the way dominant narratives have impacted you. I have experience working with complex trauma & grief.
(206) 736-2661
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Seattle, WA 98122
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Bobby Martin
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MACP, LMHCA
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My therapeutic orientation is psychodynamic in nature, based on the observation that people are often unaware of unconscious influences that determine their perceptions and actions.  Lack of awareness can often lead to behavior that often constrains their abilities to fully comprehend or work through the difficulties they are facing.  My hope is to help remove problematic symptoms that prohibit individuals from participating in meaningful relationships and leading full and productive lives as an active and positive contributor to their community.
(206) 339-6835
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Seattle, WA 98112
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Dr. Alice Huang
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
Welcoming couples clients! Relationship problems are common & you have taken a courageous step by seeking therapy. As one of the few psychologists specializing in couple therapy, I've supported hundreds of couples by providing effective, evidence-based treatments that scientific research has shown to bring significant & lasting improvement. My own research on relationships has been published in peer-reviewed journals, & featured here in Psychology Today, international media outlets such as Business Insider Germany, & New York Times Best Seller Atlas of the Heart by Brené Brown.
(425) 906-7157
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Seattle, WA 98109
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Not accepting new clients
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Karin Hoggard
Counselor, MA, LMHC, CMHS
Verified
Verified
I use a strengths based approach, which means I reinforce and build on internal and external strengths, or protective factors, with each of my clients. My goal is always to first try to deeply understand my clients, while empowering them to choose how we will best work together. I invite open and honest conversation, while supporting my clients in accessing all of their different 'parts', feelings and lived experiences that might benefit from being experienced with a supportive other to undo aloneness, and deepen the capacity to fully feel and live authentically.
(206) 557-3806
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Seattle, WA 98115
Not accepting new clients
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Megan Ann Connell
Psychologist, PsyD, ABPP
Verified
Verified
You never seem to fit in. No matter how hard you try it feels as though those around you have some sort of secret code that they all use to communicate with and as much as you have tried you just can’t crack it. There are people in your life but you worry they only tolerate you and that they will eventually get burned out and leave. You are a passionate person you love theater, anime, video games, fantasy books, among other things. Yet, no one seems as interested in those things as you are. You can find communities on the internet but you still feel lonely.
(206) 458-7802 x200
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Seattle, WA 98134
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Charles Hester Cheek
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
My goal is to assist you in recognizing your inherent strengths that have been developed as a result of your unique experiences. Everyone comes to this moment with their own set of beliefs, values, morals, and expectations. You are stronger than you think. You are more capable than you think. Oftentimes individuals, couples, and families may not recognize their own resilience and their ability to break toxic cycles that may exist within relationships. Sometimes experiences can overwhelm us, and make us feel that we don’t know the way forward. The process of therapy is turning those overwhelming feelings into a road map.
(253) 319-3042
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Seattle, WA 98109
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Michelle Anne Smith
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified
Verified
Even the most talkative child may not have the words to accurately and effectively communicate his/her/their emotions, experiences and needs. This can make a child feel frustrated, sad and misunderstood. As a result, some children may express themselves through aggressive behavior, impulsivity and defiance. Other children might direct their feelings inward and withdraw from social activities, become fearful or experience hopelessness and loneliness. Both externalizing and internalizing behaviors may lead to trouble concentrating, academic difficulties, somatic concerns (stomach aches and headaches) or changes in sleeping or eating.
(206) 258-7377
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Seattle, WA 98119
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Photo of Nancy Code, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Seattle, WA
Nancy Code
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MSW
Verified
Verified
I have over 25 years experience working with clients to address a variety of issues. I find it deeply rewarding to work with people who are seeking help to deal with issues of grief and loss, depression, anxiety, stress, relationships, life transitions, and/or mental illness. I will provide a secure, confidential, non judgmental atmosphere in which we can work together to develop a plan depending on each persons needs and goals.
(206) 489-3387
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Seattle, WA 98119
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Photo of Wendy Maurer, Counselor in Seattle, WA
Wendy Maurer
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified
Verified
Undergoing intensive psychodynamic psychotherapy is deeply personal. For many individuals, this adventure into unknown recesses of their psyches reveals personal vistas previously unimagined. Such exploration frequently involves painful disclosures, frightening discoveries, an extraordinary development of self-understanding, an increase in capacity for intimate sharing, and an integration of strengths and aspirations. Such a journey, with phases of both pain and exhilaration, usually takes place over an extended period.
(206) 451-7899
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Seattle, WA 98122
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Photo of Clarice Boone, Pre-Licensed Professional in Seattle, WA
Clarice Boone
Pre-Licensed Professional, BA
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
As you enter counseling, I want to applaud you for having the courage to embrace growth and vulnerability. You may be feeling stuck, withdrawn, or emotionally overwhelmed. It can be cathartic and healing to address wounds that leave us feeling disconnected. Therapy can help build a deeper connection to yourself, gain awareness, and develop a stronger foundation to live a life you desire. In our sessions, I incorporate your lived experience and intersecting identities to understand the person you are. I practice from an anti-oppressive, sex-positive and kink-affirming, multicultural and social justice lens.
(425) 541-8849
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Seattle, WA 98104
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What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?

Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the United States, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.

What type of therapist is right for me?

Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist, psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.

Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?

The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors. Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.

What type of therapy is right for me?

The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.

Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?

Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.