Female Therapists in Alki Beach, Seattle, WA

I help therapists, and other givers experiencing burnout, anxiety, or overwhelm make a slight shift in awareness that creates a big difference in problem solving. This shift helps challenge some of our assumptions about a hurt, allowing us to look at pain from a different angle. I use reflective inquiry, somatic approach and mindfulness to explore and move out of unhelpful patterns of thinking and responding. We can collaborate together to find meaning around a setback that helps illuminate effective solutions. Lets work together to find the habits that bring healing and growth in your relationship with yourself and others.

Finding a therapist can be a daunting task. My hope is to provide a safe and comforting environment where you can just be, without the judgment or criticism. I counsel those who identify as women , those who identify as members of LGBTQIA+ community (many of which are one in the same), and teens ages 13-17. My clients have a wide range of concerns including anxiety, trauma, anger, relationship troubles, depression, sexual identity, cultural identity, and self esteem.

I provide telehealth counseling to women residing in Washington and Idaho. If you struggle with anxiety, stress, worry, or relationship issues that negatively impact your life or if you feel lost or broken and don't know what to do next, I would love to chat with you.

Are you looking for help with your child’s difficult behaviors, emotional struggles, and support through life changes? Are you a parent that feels uncertain or overwhelmed and needs some support? Do you need space to uncover the insights you hold within and strengthen your relationship with your self, child, or family? 
I believe that a safe and accepting therapeutic relationship is necessary to process difficult experiences and rediscover the wisdom held within ourselves—no matter our age. I help children, parents, and women regain joy, uncover confidence, feel seen, and find insights that lead to desired changes.

If you're considering therapy, you're already taking a brave step toward growth and self-discovery. Some areas of focus in my practice include gender identity exploration, adults with ADHD, processing childhood trauma, healing attachment wounds, and improving relationships. My lived and professional experiences have equipped me to connect with those who share these identities.

I work with individuals - teens and adults, couples, and folks in all forms of relationship systems (polyamorous, ethically non-monogamous, etc). Individual therapy often centers around identity development and exploration, development of supportive coping skills, and processing the daily struggles and challenges folks face as they navigate their lives in this ever-changing world. In work with those seeking relationship support, I enjoy helping clients in resolving conflict, increasing emotional and physical intimacy, and working on breaking down communication barriers.

As a trained clinical social worker, I focus on you as a whole person. My practice is deeply rooted in mindfulness, social justice and anti-oppression. I practice from a client centered and trauma informed perspective. All of the work that I do is rooted in kindness... I am so glad that you are here! I am passionate about Intergenerational family healing: both family of choice and biological families. I work with clients who are living with anxiety, depression, and trauma survivors. My specialty areas of focus include: life transitions, self-esteem, family conflict, grief, relationship issues and spirituality.  I am LGBTQI+ allied.

I work with individuals, couples, and families of all ages. I have a Masters in Clinical Health Psychology and a Masters in Nutrition/Dietetics, which helps lend to a holistic approach to my work with clients. I commonly work with health behavioral change, anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD and trauma, self-harm, eating disorders, ADHD, and relationship change. My treatment approach utilizes a biopsychosocial lense in long-term therapy based in psychodynamic, strengths-based, and integrative work. I utilize coping skills from CBT, DBT, ACT, and Mindfulness. I incorporated life-skills such a assertiveness, boundaries, and career.

*MY PRACTICE IS CURRENTLY FULL...please contact me to be added to my wait list.* Our lives are the context for tremendous brokenness and tremendous beauty. I would love to walk alongside you as you tend to the brokenness and discover the beauty. I specialize in supporting individuals and couples towards healing and hope using research based therapy approaches. I provide a safe place to process life changes or relationship challenges. I work from a systems perspective, meaning issues do not exist in isolation but in the context of families, communities, and cultures.

You're here because you can't do it alone anymore. You need help to shake the stuck feeling and wonder if depression, anxiety, co-dependency [or insert struggle of choice] are winning this battle. You try to quit old habits and form healthier habits, but to no avail. You want to be in relationships that build you up but, more often than not, you feel doubt. Your self-esteem is in question. You don't feel like yourself anymore... whoever that may be. It's time to find help that will really move you out of this stuck place.

I am passionate about helping people better understand their bodies and sexuality to empower them in their intimate relationships. By gaining knowledge of and comfort with ourselves, we can enjoy a deeper sense of bonding and pleasure in sexual relationships. Whether you are looking to improve your connection to your body or your relationship with your partner(s), I am here to support your journey. I believe sexual health and pleasure are fundamental to both personal well-being and fulfilling relationships. We will collaborate to help you develop a sexual life that gives you joy, pleasure, a sense of connection, and an authentic identity.

I provide testing services for children and adolescents. My testing practice include learning disability assessment and ADHD/ADD diagnosis. Many of my patients have co-occurring issues such as behavior problems and anxiety. My reports are used by schools and districts to inform (I.E.P.) and 504 accommodations plans. I also attend school meetings for planning and to discuss evaluation results.

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, come visit my office in a charming 1900's Craftsman home near the Junction in West Seattle! Check out www.nostressnostigma.com for details!

I work with people who want to identify their strengths and make valuable changes in their lives. We are often much more resourceful, adaptable, and stronger than we believe! Much of my work is focused on self-compassion and self-esteem, emotional awareness, relationships, and empowerment. In order to make change, being kind to ourselves is often the first, and sometimes hardest, step! I also aim to help you not only in the relationship with yourself, but also with improving your relationships with others. My goal is to be a guide along the way as you process and tackle your hardest moments and come out with newfound strength.

Are you struggling with loss of identity and heightened anxiety? Do you experience anger and feelings of powerlessness? This can be a common experience for those with marginalized identities. I'm an ideal fit for those struggling with issues related to sexual health, neurodiversity, and/or systemic trauma…and those from marginalized backgrounds. Together we will reduce shame and guilt and increase self-esteem. You deserve to feel seen and heard - you deserve to take up space and to feel empowered.