Trauma Focused Therapists in First Hill, Seattle, WA

I strive to always bring my own sense of authenticity to every session as I believe that therapy at its core is successful due to the relationship between clinician and client. As your therapist I will promise to be consistently present, challenge you gently but firmly when you need me to, and to empathetically and truly care about what you have to say. I have fourteen years of experience in the mental health field addressing issues ranging from depression and anxiety to substance use to feelings around gender and sexuality. I work with individuals and families but also have a strong passion in working with couples and relationships

Being a young person in this day and age can be challenging. It can also be exciting and enjoyable if you have the right tools and support in your corner. The clients I work with (12-25) typically come to my doorstep with a sense of being out of control of their inner and outer worlds. They may be struggling with OCD, eating and body image issues, anxiety, depression, trauma, schoolwork and family issues.

In my practice I work with both adults and teens ages 13 and up, and I particularly enjoy working with teen girls and young women on issues such as self-esteem and body image, school and familial struggles, trauma, and anxiety. I also gave birth to my first child and love working with new mothers on the unique challenges early motherhood presents. I work best with clients who are motivated, open, and engaged in the therapeutic process.

Whether you are struggling with a particular issue, or just can't shake the feeling that there should be more to life,  I can help. I have a strong commitment to making treatment accessible to adults seeking to improve their functioning and relationships. This includes offering an inviting, safe, affordable, and confidential setting to do the healing work and growth my clients desire. With compassion and understanding, I work with each individual to help them build on their strengths and attain the personal growth they are committed to accomplishing. I am available for evening and weekend appointments.

So often, the stigma surrounding mental health issues and therapy prevents individuals from seeking help. As a Black, Queer woman living in the PNW, the hardest part of getting help, for me, was finding the right person. I hope to ease that search, for you, as I am committed to providing support to marginalized identities such as LGBTQIA+, differently-abled, Neurodivergent, Black, Indigenous, and other People of Color. My mission is to empower individuals to move past their obstacles through trauma-focused compassion work, and holistic review of physical, mental, and spiritual health.

I work with clients representing many ages and identities who experience issues including anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, identity exploration and life changes. My therapeutic style is warm, accepting, and collaborative. I bring commitment to cultural sensitivity and social justice to my work, respecting that our lives are connected to and shaped by multiple cultural, communal, and societal influences. I value helping clients find their own best answers to challenges, understand how past experiences impact present life, engage in healing and find personal sources of creativity, health, happiness, and hope.

I have experience working with adults of all ages carrying a wide range of diagnoses. I work with individuals as well as couples. My specialties are working with clients experiencing depression, anxiety, and life transitions of all kinds. I am dedicated to tailoring a treatment plan specific to the needs of the individual or couple. I am also flexible and understanding of changes that may come up during our work, and always willing to change up our plan to reflect this. We work collaboratively on these goals while utilizing open and clear communication about our progress.

If you're hoping to feel more grounded and connected with yourself and your most important values, perhaps I can help. This might mean working on issues related to anxiety, your relationship with food and your body, and healing from past hurts. Collaborating with sensitive, creative, artistic folks is one of my biggest passions, including fellow therapists and healers.

Loss doesn’t only occur when someone dies. At times, the grief that accompanies loss can be debilitating. Whether it is caused by the death of a loved one, the loss of a relationship, the loss of an opportunity, or the loss of faith in ourselves or our world, grief can make us question everything we know. But you don’t have to go through this alone. Together we can work through the pain of grief to accept the reality of the loss and adjust to living a new and fulfilling life.

I am licensed in Washington State and I work with adult children, partners and siblings of individuals with Narcissistic and Borderline Personality Disorder traits. It can be difficult to find a therapist who truly understands the impact and wounds of being raised in a home or being in a relationship with someone who has narcissistic traits or borderline traits. My work includes creating a healthy psychological separation, changing the negative internal messages, learning how to respond to others, creating healthy boundaries, stopping the legacy of distorted love and becoming your true and authentic self.

My path to the study of nutrition and counseling began in 2008 when my doctor helped me realize the connection between my mood and my choices in food. She suggested a dietary shift that changed my life. After many years of study and clinical work I've learned many other ways to help the brain and body through nutrition and counseling. From 2012-2014 I worked as an intern therapist at Seattle Counseling Service where I taught an ongoing Food & Mood group. Since then I have worked in private practice helping people with food and mental health issues.

I am licensed in Washington and use Headway Services for billing and scheduling, you will provide the necessary information and schedule with the website link under my picture. My approach to therapy is with mutual respect, positive regard, and focus on steps toward goal attainment with an interactive exchange, I will tailor a plan based on your individual needs which may include distress tolerance, mindfulness, emotional regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness. I will provide assistance for you in recognizing your wants and needs ensuring that our communication is open and you are able to effectively express yourself.

Hi there! My name is Tyah Young (she/her) and I am a licensed mental health counselor associate. I am a queer identified, anti-racist, therapist of color who is committed to increasing access to mental health therapy particularly for BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ individuals. I am passionate about working alongside individuals in the therapeutic process and empowering them to take steps towards healing. I consider every individual to be the expert of their story, and I endeavor to partner with my clients to get an understanding of their needs within the context of their lived experience. I hope to help you feel seen, heard, and validated.

TELETHERAPY I want to use my empathy and wisdom to help you develop new tools to manage feelings stirred up by isolation, such as loneliness, anger, unfair self-criticism and poor self-esteem.