Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists in First Hill, Seattle, WA

Welcome! I'm glad you found your way here. Trying to find a therapist who is a good fit, that you can start seeing immediately, can be challenging these days. I'm aware of there's a gap in quality mental health care, and strive to fill that gap by providing accessible and personalized therapeutic services. I may be a good fit if you're someone whose interested in exploring yourself more deeply, developing healthier coping skills, or improving your relationships and interactions. I provide a nonjudgmental and private space, where together we can explore your experiences, feelings, and perspectives and foster meaningful change.

It’s great to hear that you’re considering therapy. Engaging in therapy can offer many benefits, such as developing coping skills, addressing unhelpful thoughts or behaviors, and improving overall mental health. Different types of therapy are available to cater to various needs, whether it’s navigating through tough times, dealing with mental health diagnoses, or improving relationships and communication skills. Remember, the journey through therapy is unique for everyone, and it’s a positive step towards personal growth and well-being. If you have any questions or need support in your creative endeavors, feel free to reach me.

I am honored by your consideration. My name is Jonathan Douglas, I am passionate about helping individuals address life challenges that are oftentimes as a result of unresolved issues stemming from grief and loss, trauma, abuse, societal issues and artifacts from the individuals family of origin. I view seeking help and support as a strength. It is difficult to be vulnerable and explore the challenges that persist, however through that effort we can work to find peace. I aim to offer a unique perspective given my life experiences that I would hope you as a potential client can find of benefit.

I offer holistic client-centered psychotherapy to individuals and couples with: Conflict in relationships, feelings of disconnection, social anxiety, depression, low-self-esteem, lack of motivation or satisfaction, postpartum depression and anxiety, excessive worry, generalized anxiety, memory loss, cognitive impairment, dementia, difficult life transitions, grief and loss, chronic medical conditions and pain, substance and behavioral addictions, unwanted habits, and caregiver stress and burnout. I have a passion for social justice, equality and offer affirmative psychotherapy for those identifying within the LGBTQIA community.

Here we honor and hold space for your unique life experiences and intersections of identity on this journey. In this space, you can explore who you are and acknowledge yourself becoming aware of your potential to grow and thrive. I will assist you in crafting a sound plan to accomplish your goals, including cognitive behavioral and mindfulness techniques to strengthen your understanding of the connection between your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. “Now- Let’s put it to work!” is a phrase you often hear while moving forward on your journey.

I often describe therapy similar to the saying "everyone has baggage". It can be difficult to hold your own baggage while sorting the contents, trying to organize the things inside, or trying to find something you lost. My role is to hold your baggage to allow you the space, time, and understanding to do what you need to with what is inside.

Have you diligently worked to create a life that thrives, but still feel stuck by childhood or continuing harm? Is your past contributing to anxiety or depression in your current life? Often the coping strategies we form in childhood survive past their "effectiveness date," creating an invisible force that holds us back from thriving. In session, we will create a space for you to explore past, present, and hopes for the future. We will hold both harm and healing, as we create a framework for developing skills and a making adjustments that bring a freedom to thrive. Together we will forge a path that accounts for the beauty and harm.

At one time or another, we all find ourselves stuck and struggling to move ahead. We have learned to cope and move through our lives using tools and coping mechanisms that have worked in some ways, but have not allowed us to feel grounded, comfortable, or fully happy with our lives as we progress through them. My job is to work collaboratively with you to create safety and trust through which we can help you develop skills and gain insights, allowing you to reclaim happiness and comfort in your life. I am most passionate about supporting people dealing with Anxiety, Grief, and Life Transition issues.

As a licensed social worker, I specialize in anxiety, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), and mindfulness. I am passionate about helping individuals rediscover their strength, resilience, and inner potential. Anxiety can include Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Panic Disorder, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Specific Phobia, and Social Anxiety Disorder. OCD can include fears of harming (self or others), intrusive thoughts, images, or memories, health anxiety, sexual or relationship obsessive thoughts, hoarding, morality, need for exactness, Body Dysmorphic Disorder, Perinatal OCD.

I have experience working with adolescents and adults struggling with depression, anxiety and general distress regarding life transitions. I am especially passionate about providing services to clients who identify as racial and ethnic minorities, young adults, and individuals struggling with mood disorders.

My practice is client centered, child centered and family centered. My goal is to partner with you in your journey towards healing and empowerment. Every healing journey is unique. Each of us is tasked with being the champion of our own quest for wholeness. I believe that we are all hardwired for healing and becoming ourselves; that this is a natural process working through us and supported by nature. I am committed to partner with you, walk alongside you and support you on your way. I will need your guidance and participation to do my part.

Carrying the weight of anxiety, grief, disconnection from those around you, maybe even from yourself, can be overwhelming at times. It can be difficult to navigate these things alone. I believe in the power of the therapeutic, client-focused relationship as a catalyst for exploration and healing. My work with clients focuses on guiding people as they process life transitions, challenges and new opportunities. I walk alongside you in making a shift in your mindset to a place aligned with your core values and truth. I maintain a holistic perspective integrating mind, body, and spirit to empower every client in reaching his/her goals.

With twenty years experience as a doctoral level clinical psychologist, I offer the highest proficiency in both long-term and short-term therapeutic approaches. I have provided psychotherapy to a broad spectrum of adults, children, adolescents, persons with various ethnic and cultural backgrounds, and persons in the GLBT community with alternative life styles. I specialize in working with depression, anxiety, intimacy and interpersonal issues, identity issues, ADHD, school related problems, PTSD, and midlife/early aging issues. My approach to working with clients utilizes an integrated approach of cognitive-behavioral interventions,

Email me 24/7 for shortest response times! Welcome Mindful Path Counseling, virtual therapy anywhere in Washington! I provide a safe space for you to meet painful issues and gently dismantle their power over your life. If you want to restructure and redefine relationships that are no longer working for you, I can help. If you think self-defeating thought patterns and underlying belief systems might be opening the door to unwanted situations in your life, I can help you rewrite that story. I would be honored to walk through this journey with you. Email me today and start living your best life. I can’t wait to meet you!

I have found that people are doing the best they can with the knowledge and skills they have in the moment. We can learn to develop new thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that improve their quality of life. My therapeutic approaches include cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness, cognitive processing therapy, conflict resolution and problem-solving, dialectical behavior therapy, family systems therapy, motivational interviewing, trauma focused therapy, and communication skills development. The intervention utilized in therapy is adapted to each individual client and their goals for therapy.

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.

You have the power to manage stress, find joy and create more balance in your life - and it would be my honor to help you find the way! I'm Stephanie, a licensed mental health counselor in practice for over fifteen years. My approach is trauma informed and often eclectic with an emphasis on CBT, brief/solution focused therapy, mindfulness psychology and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). I have extensive training and experience providing DBT in both individual counseling and group formats and have had the privilege of witnessing lives be transformed through this evidence-based practice.

I offer therapeutic sessions for individuals, couples, youth, and families. I help facilitate a process where people can develop insight and understanding of what may be holding them back from wellness, joy, and personal growth. Sometimes this may involve family patterns, behaviors that are not in line with one's values, or relationships that are no longer serving you. My job is to create safety for people to share their authentic selves, honoring strengths and navigating challenges together. My intention is to honor your gifts and to expand new ways of thinking or approaching situations to better meet your goals.

Imagine a therapeutic alliance where the complexities of your thoughts and emotions are not only acknowledged but met with profound empathy. A space to share your story without the fear of judgment or invalidation. My deep commitment to your healing and empowerment fosters a warm and compassionate environment of acceptance, understanding, and transformation. Whether you find yourself contending with the relentless grip of anxiety, grappling with the shadows of depression, navigating the haunting echoes of past traumas, or unraveling the intricate nuances of interpersonal struggles, here, every facet of your experience is valued.