Therapists in Central District, Seattle, WA

Please note: I am generally NOT accepting new clients; however, if you are interested working on / in IFS, complex trauma work, and/or racial / sexual trauma, I'm happy to talk. That's my ideal client. I'm not really interested in standard talk therapy and if you're looking for CBT or DBT or something like that, please look elsewhere. Also, if you are completely turned off by spiritual and shamanic elements, ditto.

TELEHEALTH/VIDEO appointments. Seeking help for our own negative thoughts and behaviors is a difficult thing to do.  Thank you for your bravery.  I have been a psychotherapist for over 20 years.  During that time I have worked with a variety of problems in a variety of settings.  I look at each person I interact with as an individual, with unique gifts and stories.  I would love to know more about your story and work with you in conquering whatever problem you feel is blocking you from having a full and rewarding life.

***Unfortunately, my practice is currently full**I provide a warm, accepting space for people to explore what matters to them and what’s getting in their way. I help clients learn to feel more comfortable with their emotions, to experiment with different ways of relating to their thoughts and feelings, to cultivate resilience, and to develop the self-trust and self-compassion that will support them along their paths. I have a particular interest in working with young adults, people navigating times of transition or loss, and people struggling to find purpose and meaning in their lives. I welcome anyone who feels I may be a good fit.

I have a person-centered approach to my work and my goal is to assist you in a greater understanding of your situations, helping you gain insight into your behavior and emotional responses and to give guidance and support in the process of change and growth. I focus on forward movement and building on the strengths that you already possess. I use a variety of therapeutic interventions including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Lifespan Integration.

While you can't control everything that happens to you, I will support you in managing life’s stressors by exploring your history to uncover patterns, deepen your awareness, and develop new ways to manage emotions. I believe that a positive therapeutic alliance is vital to creating the trust and safety that is necessary to be vulnerable and do the work that therapy requires. I recognize that you are the expert of your story and draw from a client-centered model to personalize treatment. I am passionate about coming alongside adolescents, families, and adults as they navigate hardships and learn to embrace life's ups and downs.

All around us the world has been shifting. Maybe at one point it all made sense: your feelings, sensations, and reactions (even the dark and heightened ones) felt known and even comforting. But now you are looking for a new way to be and a different understanding – a path forward and a way to endure your struggle. If you are someone who believes that each of us know our own wounds, that we possess a strong inner wisdom, and that we have the ability to access the latent potential to grow and change – or, you want to believe – you will find a good fit with me and my therapeutic offerings.