In Person Therapists in Central District, Seattle, WA

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James Paul Nole
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Central District, Seattle, WA 98122
Trauma leaves us feeling broken, ashamed, and disconnected from our true selves. You may be fed up with feeling triggered in everyday situations, isolated from friends who can’t understand, or guilt over what happened to you. It may even feel like this will last forever. Either way, you’re ready for some relief and actual change. You’re ready to enjoy deep relationships without your past getting in the way. You’re ready to rediscover your true self. Most of all, you’re ready to love yourself again & to face your future with a sense of hope.
Trauma leaves us feeling broken, ashamed, and disconnected from our true selves. You may be fed up with feeling triggered in everyday situations, isolated from friends who can’t understand, or guilt over what happened to you. It may even feel like this will last forever. Either way, you’re ready for some relief and actual change. You’re ready to enjoy deep relationships without your past getting in the way. You’re ready to rediscover your true self. Most of all, you’re ready to love yourself again & to face your future with a sense of hope.
(206) 809-7518 View (206) 809-7518
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Ellen Hokit
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
Central District, Seattle, WA 98122
I work with individuals who feel overwhelmed by emotions, interactions, and experiences. This can manifest as an inability to change how you feel, constant self-criticism, extreme sensitivity, disorganized internal experiences, social anxiety, and more. These feelings are often intensified by interactions with others, leaving you more isolated. I’ll be beside you as we unpack old, automatic ways of thinking that shape your relationship with yourself and others. By detaching from these patterns, we can understand what’s causing your suffering and work toward gaining more control over future outcomes.
I work with individuals who feel overwhelmed by emotions, interactions, and experiences. This can manifest as an inability to change how you feel, constant self-criticism, extreme sensitivity, disorganized internal experiences, social anxiety, and more. These feelings are often intensified by interactions with others, leaving you more isolated. I’ll be beside you as we unpack old, automatic ways of thinking that shape your relationship with yourself and others. By detaching from these patterns, we can understand what’s causing your suffering and work toward gaining more control over future outcomes.
(253) 785-4093 View (253) 785-4093
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Jessica Hoene
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Central District, Seattle, WA 98122
Merging clinical expertise with personal insights, I offer a distinctive, holistic therapy experience as a neurodivergent, LGBTQIA+-affirming counselor. My practice is enriched by trauma therapy certification and in-depth yoga and meditation training. In our safe, nurturing environment, you'll explore authentic living and self-acceptance. Leveraging creativity and intuition, we'll uncover and celebrate your unique gifts. My passion lies in revolutionizing therapy, recognizing and cultivating the extraordinary in every individual.
Merging clinical expertise with personal insights, I offer a distinctive, holistic therapy experience as a neurodivergent, LGBTQIA+-affirming counselor. My practice is enriched by trauma therapy certification and in-depth yoga and meditation training. In our safe, nurturing environment, you'll explore authentic living and self-acceptance. Leveraging creativity and intuition, we'll uncover and celebrate your unique gifts. My passion lies in revolutionizing therapy, recognizing and cultivating the extraordinary in every individual.
(360) 838-0604 View (360) 838-0604
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Joan Golston
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Central District, Seattle, WA 98122
In my experience, things can start getting better fast, long before the problem is solved. Rated in the top 1% of psychotherapists on LinkedIn, I'm warm, practical, experienced & hard-working. I'll help you tackle problems related to trauma, difficult childhoods, bad bosses, relationships of all sorts that just don't work well, and the distress of having repeated disappointments in life. I'm interested in helping make real change, and not just developing interesting insights (although they can be useful too.)
In my experience, things can start getting better fast, long before the problem is solved. Rated in the top 1% of psychotherapists on LinkedIn, I'm warm, practical, experienced & hard-working. I'll help you tackle problems related to trauma, difficult childhoods, bad bosses, relationships of all sorts that just don't work well, and the distress of having repeated disappointments in life. I'm interested in helping make real change, and not just developing interesting insights (although they can be useful too.)
(206) 759-5877 View (206) 759-5877
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Craig Santerre
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Central District, Seattle, WA 98122
Waitlist for new clients
I enjoy working with people from a wide variety of backgrounds and concerns. Are you experiencing depression, anxiety, life stressors, work or relationship dissatisfaction, grief, the impact from trauma, trouble adjusting to life transitions or illness, sleep problems, OCD, phobias, substance use issues or some other problem? I want to help you reach your optimal health, which may include both mental and physical health goals. I know it can be difficult to share such personal experiences with a new person, so it’s important to me to create a trusting bond to work on your concerns.
I enjoy working with people from a wide variety of backgrounds and concerns. Are you experiencing depression, anxiety, life stressors, work or relationship dissatisfaction, grief, the impact from trauma, trouble adjusting to life transitions or illness, sleep problems, OCD, phobias, substance use issues or some other problem? I want to help you reach your optimal health, which may include both mental and physical health goals. I know it can be difficult to share such personal experiences with a new person, so it’s important to me to create a trusting bond to work on your concerns.
(206) 567-1117 View (206) 567-1117
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Sophia Florence Bruce
Pre-Licensed Professional, CMHC, Intern
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Central District, Seattle, WA 98122
Hi! I am so glad you are here and am excited to get to know you. I believe that therapy is a vital resource for everyone, no matter where you are from or what you are going through. I provide a safe and supportive space for you to explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. I strive to equip my clients with essential tools to understand themselves better and navigate life's ups and downs because the truth is, life is complex. Together we will explore, with compassionate curiosity, how to live your best life and navigate challenges effectively.
Hi! I am so glad you are here and am excited to get to know you. I believe that therapy is a vital resource for everyone, no matter where you are from or what you are going through. I provide a safe and supportive space for you to explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. I strive to equip my clients with essential tools to understand themselves better and navigate life's ups and downs because the truth is, life is complex. Together we will explore, with compassionate curiosity, how to live your best life and navigate challenges effectively.
(425) 600-7028 View (425) 600-7028
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Casey Cairo
Pre-Licensed Professional, Intern
Verified Verified
Central District, Seattle, WA 98144
My therapeutic style is warm, curious, collaborative, and interactive. I take a strengths-based, holistic approach to therapy, understanding that no one exists in a vacuum. I will work with you to understand how all the systems (family, work, & societal) you interact with throughout life impact you. There is no one size fits all approach in therapy, with every person bringing their own authenticity and individualized life contexts, thus I tailor therapy to meet you where you are. As I walk alongside you on your growth and healing journey, I will also look for little ways to find laughter and joy amongst any pain and truth.
My therapeutic style is warm, curious, collaborative, and interactive. I take a strengths-based, holistic approach to therapy, understanding that no one exists in a vacuum. I will work with you to understand how all the systems (family, work, & societal) you interact with throughout life impact you. There is no one size fits all approach in therapy, with every person bringing their own authenticity and individualized life contexts, thus I tailor therapy to meet you where you are. As I walk alongside you on your growth and healing journey, I will also look for little ways to find laughter and joy amongst any pain and truth.
(253) 785-4948 View (253) 785-4948
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Noah Sprague
Pre-Licensed Professional, preCMHC
Verified Verified
Central District, Seattle, WA 98122
Deciding to pursue therapy can be both a challenging and empowering choice. I understand the courage it takes to seek out the right therapist. My approach is built on the belief that every person has the capacity to heal and grow, regardless of their backgrounds and current challenges. I aim to create a welcoming space where you can express yourself freely, fully, and authentically. Together, we’ll work at a pace that feels right for you, focusing on what’s most important in your life.
Deciding to pursue therapy can be both a challenging and empowering choice. I understand the courage it takes to seek out the right therapist. My approach is built on the belief that every person has the capacity to heal and grow, regardless of their backgrounds and current challenges. I aim to create a welcoming space where you can express yourself freely, fully, and authentically. Together, we’ll work at a pace that feels right for you, focusing on what’s most important in your life.
(425) 287-5606 View (425) 287-5606
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Miro Colcha
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Central District, Seattle, WA 98122
I believe therapy is most effective when clinicians welcome the expertise clients have about their own lives. Treatment is collaborative! My hope is to take the relationship we build and extend it to the rest of your life outside of the therapy room. I approach therapy with the assumption that clients aren’t trying to make their lives harder, but often that our attempts to manage distress may increase suffering. Through our work together, we will focus on identifying strengths and values that are guiding behavior, and then challenging and changing the unhelpful aspects and thought patterns that make reaching your goals difficult.
I believe therapy is most effective when clinicians welcome the expertise clients have about their own lives. Treatment is collaborative! My hope is to take the relationship we build and extend it to the rest of your life outside of the therapy room. I approach therapy with the assumption that clients aren’t trying to make their lives harder, but often that our attempts to manage distress may increase suffering. Through our work together, we will focus on identifying strengths and values that are guiding behavior, and then challenging and changing the unhelpful aspects and thought patterns that make reaching your goals difficult.
(425) 517-3328 View (425) 517-3328
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August Tritt
Counselor, MA, LMHCA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Central District, Seattle, WA 98122
I believe that you already contain a deep power for healing. Together with kindness and curiosity, we will create a safe and accepting space where all aspects of you are welcome. Our journey will be one of shared exploration and discovery. I am here to guide and support you along the way. Our work will originate in the here and now—what is present in your life currently, learning to meet what shows up with care and compassion. I love counseling those in transition— be that career, gender, or otherwise and draw from feminist, existential, Buddhist, and somatic frameworks and work from a trauma-informed lens.
I believe that you already contain a deep power for healing. Together with kindness and curiosity, we will create a safe and accepting space where all aspects of you are welcome. Our journey will be one of shared exploration and discovery. I am here to guide and support you along the way. Our work will originate in the here and now—what is present in your life currently, learning to meet what shows up with care and compassion. I love counseling those in transition— be that career, gender, or otherwise and draw from feminist, existential, Buddhist, and somatic frameworks and work from a trauma-informed lens.
(206) 649-2708 View (206) 649-2708
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Chris G Perry
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Central District, Seattle, WA 98122
Are you overwhelmed by life’s struggles, trauma, relationship or attachment issues? Maybe you have been wondering about autism or ADHD as a something you are experiencing? Do you have questions about gender or sexuality, or a general need to examine where you exist within an increasingly challenging society and how you are impacted by it? These are all issues that I enjoy navigating with my clients as we find a new, securely attached, unmasked, and comfortable way of living freely. If you are hurting and do not know where to start I can help. If you feel that you are at the end, we can find a new beginning.
Are you overwhelmed by life’s struggles, trauma, relationship or attachment issues? Maybe you have been wondering about autism or ADHD as a something you are experiencing? Do you have questions about gender or sexuality, or a general need to examine where you exist within an increasingly challenging society and how you are impacted by it? These are all issues that I enjoy navigating with my clients as we find a new, securely attached, unmasked, and comfortable way of living freely. If you are hurting and do not know where to start I can help. If you feel that you are at the end, we can find a new beginning.
(206) 312-6272 View (206) 312-6272
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Benjamin Rhodes
Counselor, MA, LMHC, MHP, BCPC, DAPA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Central District, Seattle, WA 98122
I am a Clinical Psychotherapist,Board Certified Professional Counselor, Diplomate of the American Psychotherapy Association and Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the State of Washington I'm committed to grounding my work in a spirit of curiosity and collaboration. .I use an integrative/relational approach in therapy. I actively help my clients to better understand and gain clarity of their concerns in order to make necessary changes to facilitate personal growth. Psychotherapy can improve the quality and intimacy of your relationships, provide solutions to specific life problems, and significantly reduce feelings of distress.
I am a Clinical Psychotherapist,Board Certified Professional Counselor, Diplomate of the American Psychotherapy Association and Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the State of Washington I'm committed to grounding my work in a spirit of curiosity and collaboration. .I use an integrative/relational approach in therapy. I actively help my clients to better understand and gain clarity of their concerns in order to make necessary changes to facilitate personal growth. Psychotherapy can improve the quality and intimacy of your relationships, provide solutions to specific life problems, and significantly reduce feelings of distress.
(206) 429-4741 View (206) 429-4741
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Carie Cook
Counselor, LMHCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Central District, Seattle, WA 98122
Being human is challenging. Am I enough? Too much? Feelings of anxiety and inadequacy can interfere with one’s ability to connect with the self and others. Personal growth requires integration of the mind, body, and soul. Understanding past wounds, exploring difficult emotions and identifying behavioral patterns are steps to creating more fulfilling relationships and providing relief from pain and hurt in one’s life. With empathy, acceptance, and openness, I aim to be a guide along your path toward self-discovery, authenticity, and belonging. *I am an LGBTQIA+ Kink/Poly Ally, I believe in social justice and racial equity.
Being human is challenging. Am I enough? Too much? Feelings of anxiety and inadequacy can interfere with one’s ability to connect with the self and others. Personal growth requires integration of the mind, body, and soul. Understanding past wounds, exploring difficult emotions and identifying behavioral patterns are steps to creating more fulfilling relationships and providing relief from pain and hurt in one’s life. With empathy, acceptance, and openness, I aim to be a guide along your path toward self-discovery, authenticity, and belonging. *I am an LGBTQIA+ Kink/Poly Ally, I believe in social justice and racial equity.
(206) 278-3484 View (206) 278-3484
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Molly Murphy
Counselor, MA, LMHCA, NBCC, EEM-AP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Central District, Seattle, WA 98101
Waitlist for new clients
Are you feeling ungrounded, untethered, or disconnected from yourself? Maybe you need some support closing in on goals that are just a little out of reach? Life's responsibilities and emotions (and the stories that often accompanies them) can be overwhelming. Sometimes old traumas visit and need your attention. Discovering yourself and your path is an ongoing process-I know it well & I'm here for it. . . let's craft a way to support you and help you reach a new version of yourself. Investing in yourself is a worthwhile adventure. Reach out to me (sidebar) or molly at lifetide-wellness .com. I currently have bi-weekly openings.
Are you feeling ungrounded, untethered, or disconnected from yourself? Maybe you need some support closing in on goals that are just a little out of reach? Life's responsibilities and emotions (and the stories that often accompanies them) can be overwhelming. Sometimes old traumas visit and need your attention. Discovering yourself and your path is an ongoing process-I know it well & I'm here for it. . . let's craft a way to support you and help you reach a new version of yourself. Investing in yourself is a worthwhile adventure. Reach out to me (sidebar) or molly at lifetide-wellness .com. I currently have bi-weekly openings.
(360) 519-5910 View (360) 519-5910
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Hao Zheng
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, MPH, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Central District, Seattle, WA 98122
​ Hi. I’m Hao Zheng. You can call me Daniel. I’m a bilingual (Mandarin) Licensed Professional Counselor who works with adolescents and adults, experiencing anxiety, depression, burning out, and other unstable moods. I was born and raised in Beijing, China, and moved to Texas when I was 18 years old. I have been studying and working in Texas for more than 10 years, which makes me have a better understanding of the cultures on both sides. I am passionate about Logotherapy, which helps people focus on the future and on their ability to endure hardship and suffering through find personal meaning in life.
​ Hi. I’m Hao Zheng. You can call me Daniel. I’m a bilingual (Mandarin) Licensed Professional Counselor who works with adolescents and adults, experiencing anxiety, depression, burning out, and other unstable moods. I was born and raised in Beijing, China, and moved to Texas when I was 18 years old. I have been studying and working in Texas for more than 10 years, which makes me have a better understanding of the cultures on both sides. I am passionate about Logotherapy, which helps people focus on the future and on their ability to endure hardship and suffering through find personal meaning in life.
(469) 727-9955 View (469) 727-9955
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Denise Wallace
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Central District, Seattle, WA 98122
Are you ready to overcome the belief that something is wrong with you? Do you struggle with: low self-esteem, dis-empowerment, creating healthy relationships, setting boundaries, self-compassion, or self-care? These issues are common in our society today- there is a collective belief that somehow, no matter what we do, we are intrinsically flawed or broken. We have traded the sacred truth of our own experience for self-aggression, self-judgment, and self-loathing, and we feel miserable.
Are you ready to overcome the belief that something is wrong with you? Do you struggle with: low self-esteem, dis-empowerment, creating healthy relationships, setting boundaries, self-compassion, or self-care? These issues are common in our society today- there is a collective belief that somehow, no matter what we do, we are intrinsically flawed or broken. We have traded the sacred truth of our own experience for self-aggression, self-judgment, and self-loathing, and we feel miserable.
(720) 515-2966 View (720) 515-2966
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Cassie Salewske
Counselor, MA, LMHC, ACHt
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Central District, Seattle, WA 98122
As a transpersonal therapist and coach, the bulk of my work is holistic in nature. This means that we are working with your whole being (light and shadow, seen and unseen, conscious and unconscious, mind and soul) with the intention of healing old wounds and patterns—personally, ancestrally, collectively.
As a transpersonal therapist and coach, the bulk of my work is holistic in nature. This means that we are working with your whole being (light and shadow, seen and unseen, conscious and unconscious, mind and soul) with the intention of healing old wounds and patterns—personally, ancestrally, collectively.
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Kim Richan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Central District, Seattle, WA 98122
We all have an image of our best self. This is the person we'd be if we just weren't so tired, so anxious, so angry or so depressed. I think about my work as the process of helping people to become who they already know they are - or could be. Our work together is to find out why you feel those things in the first place so you can move past them and start feeling happier, more productive and more connected to the life you want.
We all have an image of our best self. This is the person we'd be if we just weren't so tired, so anxious, so angry or so depressed. I think about my work as the process of helping people to become who they already know they are - or could be. Our work together is to find out why you feel those things in the first place so you can move past them and start feeling happier, more productive and more connected to the life you want.
(253) 200-9298 View (253) 200-9298
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Kristene Kaim
Counselor, MA, MHP, LMHC, CCATP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Central District, Seattle, WA 98122
Hello, I'm psychotherapist working virtually and in Belltown/South Lake Union, Seattle. Therapy is a place where you can talk about how thoughts and feelings affect your sense of self, environment, and relationships. I focus on anxiety. I work with clients who range from just needing a place to explore their thoughts, to focused therapy on specific areas of distress. I specialize in anxiety and mood disorders. I have a special interest and have much experience working with folks with intellectual and developmental disabilities. LGBTQ+ and relationship issues are another passion.
Hello, I'm psychotherapist working virtually and in Belltown/South Lake Union, Seattle. Therapy is a place where you can talk about how thoughts and feelings affect your sense of self, environment, and relationships. I focus on anxiety. I work with clients who range from just needing a place to explore their thoughts, to focused therapy on specific areas of distress. I specialize in anxiety and mood disorders. I have a special interest and have much experience working with folks with intellectual and developmental disabilities. LGBTQ+ and relationship issues are another passion.
(206) 207-6161 View (206) 207-6161
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Racial Identity - Jennifer Henderson
Counselor, MA, LMHC, ATR, EMMHS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Central District, Seattle, WA 98122
My practice has a special focus on the issues specific to Black & BIPOC folx & their relationships with their children, partners and families. I look forward to working with those who are motivated to explore, understand and love themselves while creating positive life changes. Sometimes our past continues to impact our present life. Other times life creates conflict and tension for us and our families. For BLACK & BIPOC folx the stress of navigating racial bias, discrimination and racism in our world, plus intergenerational trauma add challenges to our healing journeys. I feel honored to walk this path with you! Are you ready?
My practice has a special focus on the issues specific to Black & BIPOC folx & their relationships with their children, partners and families. I look forward to working with those who are motivated to explore, understand and love themselves while creating positive life changes. Sometimes our past continues to impact our present life. Other times life creates conflict and tension for us and our families. For BLACK & BIPOC folx the stress of navigating racial bias, discrimination and racism in our world, plus intergenerational trauma add challenges to our healing journeys. I feel honored to walk this path with you! Are you ready?
(206) 966-4353 View (206) 966-4353

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