Beacon Health Options Therapists in First Hill, Seattle, WA

I have been honored that people have felt comfortable and safe enough in sessions to discuss their most private experiences and thoughts. People often come to see me because they're struggling to keep up with their obligations between family, career, friends, and their own self care. The frustrations sour feelings toward work and relationships. Loved ones start to notice that your temperament is not the same - you're crankier or more aloof. You may feel lonely and disconnected. Sometimes you don't even know what got you upset in the first place.

Have you been a go-getter all your life, but recently feel resentful and burnt out? As a high achiever, it’s confusing to feel disconnected from the passion that has always driven you. Maybe this dissatisfaction has been slowly growing over the years & you’ve been able to manage it. But now you’re questioning whether all those long hours are worth it. You may also be feeling exhausted & unsure how something that used to be enjoyable just isn't anymore. The habitual stress of being exceptional in your work can also lead to health problems that medical doctors aren’t skilled at addressing. That's where I come in.

My focus is to offer a comfortable and safe place where individuals can explore where they are, what is important to them, and what will help them get to where they want to go. I listen to what the individual says and help them think about what they want and how they want to make changes to make their life better. I never underestimate the individual's ability and help them realize their potential. I see my role as a caring and patient mentor and guide.

I work with adults age 25 and older who have issues related to binge eating, compulsive overeating, body image, and weight. Many of my patients are also experiencing depression and anxiety. We work together to identify and prioritize the problems you are experiencing and work toward finding realistic solutions. I consider myself a partner in your recovery.

Welcome! I am a warm, compassionate and experienced counselor who works in a collaborative style that allows you to draw upon your own strengths and experience in order to grow. Trust and a sense of safety are the necessary foundations for effective treatment. You need to feel connected and understood to share your internal world. I respect the tremendous courage it takes to face up to deeply buried or avoided thoughts and feelings. My ability to listen, follow and connect deeply will enable you to feel safe enough to explore the problems which have hindered your life and relationships.

Have you been looking to make a transformation in your life? Daring to face change is such a vulnerable and courageous place to be. If you're here, then you've taken those first steps to seek support in transformation and I would be honored to support you on your journey. I aim to provide a safe and welcoming place to explore what you bring to therapy. My style is compassionate and warm, yet direct. I also find that I'm most effective when I can be myself, so humor is a trademark of my therapeutic style.

I have been in the mental health field for the past 30 years. I can be helpful to folks with severe symptoms commonly associated with schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, severe depression and anxiety. I understand the complex nature of these experiences and can help individuals maintain jobs, relationships and activities. I have experience as counselor and program director in community mental health programs in Oregon, Missouri and Washington. I understand how difficult the system resources can be and can help you problem solve them. I received my M.S. from Southern Oregon University.

OOO Something Shiny! All of my clients with undiagnosed Adult ADHD start out with the same frustration. Why is it that I know what I need to do, but can't do anything differently? They describe having all of these goals and dreams and starting to reach them but eventually getting discouraged and stopping. Once they stop, just thinking about starting up again is so overwhelming that they end up not doing anything at all. Deadlines go by, bills don't get paid, and relationships get ruined. And it leads them all to the same question. What is wrong with me? What if I told you that it might be ADHD and Unresolved Childhood Trauma?

I view therapy as a partnership between client and therapist and approach issues from a behavior change perspective. I work with clients to identify areas that are causing distress, understand how they may be contributing to these problems, and identify changes they can actively make to yield the results they want to see. Because of the many positions I have held in the mental health field during the past 17 years, I am able to pull from a variety of evidenced-based treatment modalities and easily adjust course in order to best meet a client’s needs.

Are you being adversely affected by everyday life stress? In today's fast-paced, high demand society, with little time for self-care, you may feel anxious and/or depressed. You may have challenges in relationships, or be dealing with substance use and possibly abuse. If you can relate to any of the above, then you have come to the right place. Here at Bridgeways Counseling, you will experience a highly qualified, respectful and supportive therapist who offers a compassionate, solution-focused and direct approach in helping you reach your therapeutic goals.

Often the goal of therapy is for clients to develop the capacity to resolve personal problems with the support of a therapist. The clinicians at Counseling Services for Wellbeing work collaboratively with the clients to build on their existing strengths, enhance relationships, increase and procure a support system and obtain the necessary skills and tools to lead a happier and more fulfilling life. We strive to work in a comfortable and supportive atmosphere, tailoring to each client’s individual needs and goals to help achieve the personal growth they are striving for.

I have had the great privilege of serving a wide range of individuals, couples, and families for over two decades of professional practice. In that time I have worked with a vast array of clinical issues including chronic stress and anxiety, depression, family of origin issues, marital and family struggles, substance abuse, trauma in all of its forms, esteem and self-worth, identity, disordered eating, academic and employment challenges, death and dying, and transitions across the life span. My approach is direct, supportive, and educational, and my ultimate intention is to literally teach you how to be your own therapist.