Women's Issues Therapists in Riverview, Seattle, WA

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Mountain Lights Counseling
Counselor, MA, LMHC, LPC
1 Endorsed
Riverview, Seattle, WA 98106
Are you finding your mind lives consistently in the future or stresses over the past? Are you finding yourself revisiting the same thoughts over and over? Sometimes it can feel like our brains are working against us and the more we try and fight, the more they win. Together we can explore ways to help you work through some of this difficulty while finding ways to feel joyful and present. My primary area of focus is working with clients on anxiety, parenting concerns, unhealthy coping skills like self-medicating and relationship issues.
Are you finding your mind lives consistently in the future or stresses over the past? Are you finding yourself revisiting the same thoughts over and over? Sometimes it can feel like our brains are working against us and the more we try and fight, the more they win. Together we can explore ways to help you work through some of this difficulty while finding ways to feel joyful and present. My primary area of focus is working with clients on anxiety, parenting concerns, unhealthy coping skills like self-medicating and relationship issues.
(206) 785-2873 View (206) 785-2873
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Shannon Calcott
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMHC
6 Endorsed
Riverview, Seattle, WA 98106
Whether you would like to improve your relationships with partners, friends, or family, explore feelings of grief in your own way without pressure to "get back to normal already," or find that sense of self and purpose that you might be missing, I provide a safe and confidential environment to process thoughts and feelings and gain insight, feedback and understanding.
Whether you would like to improve your relationships with partners, friends, or family, explore feelings of grief in your own way without pressure to "get back to normal already," or find that sense of self and purpose that you might be missing, I provide a safe and confidential environment to process thoughts and feelings and gain insight, feedback and understanding.
(503) 766-3982 View (503) 766-3982
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Amanda Frame
Counselor
2 Endorsed
Riverview, Seattle, WA 98106
I'm Amanda Frame, a passionate associate-level therapist dedicated to guiding individuals and couples through the sometimes complicated landscape of their relationships. Drawing on my personal experiences with understanding societal conditioning on women, gay and straight relationships, marriage, divorce, ethical nonmonogamy and motherhood, I create a welcoming and nurturing space for a wide range of people. I have experience working with gay, trans, ASD and ADHD clients.
I'm Amanda Frame, a passionate associate-level therapist dedicated to guiding individuals and couples through the sometimes complicated landscape of their relationships. Drawing on my personal experiences with understanding societal conditioning on women, gay and straight relationships, marriage, divorce, ethical nonmonogamy and motherhood, I create a welcoming and nurturing space for a wide range of people. I have experience working with gay, trans, ASD and ADHD clients.
(206) 785-3212 View (206) 785-3212
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Erika Cp Ritchie
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-A
Riverview, Seattle, WA 98106
Welcome to the path of healing and growth. I am here to accompany you on your journey towards greater mental well-being. As a dedicated mental health therapist, my purpose is to provide a safe and compassionate space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences without judgment. Together, we will work collaboratively to navigate the challenges you face, uncover your strengths, and cultivate a healthier, more fulfilling life. My approach is rooted in empathy, respect, and evidence-based practices, tailored to meet your unique needs. Let us embark on this transformative process together, one step at a time.
Welcome to the path of healing and growth. I am here to accompany you on your journey towards greater mental well-being. As a dedicated mental health therapist, my purpose is to provide a safe and compassionate space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences without judgment. Together, we will work collaboratively to navigate the challenges you face, uncover your strengths, and cultivate a healthier, more fulfilling life. My approach is rooted in empathy, respect, and evidence-based practices, tailored to meet your unique needs. Let us embark on this transformative process together, one step at a time.
(509) 348-4819 View (509) 348-4819
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Shannon Shively
Counselor, MAEd, LMHC, NCC
11 Endorsed
Serves Area
I enjoy helping people recover from the effects of trauma in their lives in order to feel safe in the world, and attached to themselves and their loved ones. My specialty is in Lifespan Integration, an effective tool used for trauma reprocessing and attachment repair. I work with survivors of childhood trauma, PTSD, and people navigating infertility, pregnancy, and postpartum transitions.
I enjoy helping people recover from the effects of trauma in their lives in order to feel safe in the world, and attached to themselves and their loved ones. My specialty is in Lifespan Integration, an effective tool used for trauma reprocessing and attachment repair. I work with survivors of childhood trauma, PTSD, and people navigating infertility, pregnancy, and postpartum transitions.
(206) 759-8092 View (206) 759-8092
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Cyn Clarfield
Psychologist, PsyD
3 Endorsed
Online Only
I work primarily with LGBTQ+ adults and young adults dealing with anxiety, identity questions, relationship struggles, and major life transitions. Many are exploring gender identity or trying to better understand themselves outside of expectations they have carried for years. They may spend a lot of time in their own heads, struggling to take the first step. I have often found my clients are thoughtful, but self-conscious, they're high achievers, but live with executive dysfunction, and they desire change, but still feel stuck in the same emotional patterns that leave them disconnected, uncertain, or frustrated with themselves.
I work primarily with LGBTQ+ adults and young adults dealing with anxiety, identity questions, relationship struggles, and major life transitions. Many are exploring gender identity or trying to better understand themselves outside of expectations they have carried for years. They may spend a lot of time in their own heads, struggling to take the first step. I have often found my clients are thoughtful, but self-conscious, they're high achievers, but live with executive dysfunction, and they desire change, but still feel stuck in the same emotional patterns that leave them disconnected, uncertain, or frustrated with themselves.
(206) 785-1711 View (206) 785-1711
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Anna Hink
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, PMH-C
Online Only
It takes courage and energy to seek support and I look forward to meeting you on your path. I am honored to provide guidance for individuals seeking change in all contexts of their life, including navigating transitions, exploring grief and loss, addressing mood concerns, and gaining a deeper connection to yourself, others, and your environment. I have specialized training and extensive experience supporting perinatal mood concerns, perinatal loss, and parenting and family adjustments. After many years of practice in health care settings, I also have expertise in navigation of health care systems, and in supporting care providers.
It takes courage and energy to seek support and I look forward to meeting you on your path. I am honored to provide guidance for individuals seeking change in all contexts of their life, including navigating transitions, exploring grief and loss, addressing mood concerns, and gaining a deeper connection to yourself, others, and your environment. I have specialized training and extensive experience supporting perinatal mood concerns, perinatal loss, and parenting and family adjustments. After many years of practice in health care settings, I also have expertise in navigation of health care systems, and in supporting care providers.
(206) 737-2065 View (206) 737-2065
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Nancy Case
Counselor, MA, LMHC, she/her
2 Endorsed
Online Only
We all struggle from time to time, it's part of being human. In therapy, we will help you get through a difficult time and as you do you will gain the knowledge and tools necessary to make lasting positive change in your life. I help individuals who feel stuck or dissatisfied with some aspect of their life increase self-awareness and self-compassion and decrease unwanted symptoms such as anxiety, depression and negative thoughts. ​​I have experience with folks in all stages of adulthood, but especially those in young adulthood (18-35) and parents of young children and/or folks experiencing infertility.
We all struggle from time to time, it's part of being human. In therapy, we will help you get through a difficult time and as you do you will gain the knowledge and tools necessary to make lasting positive change in your life. I help individuals who feel stuck or dissatisfied with some aspect of their life increase self-awareness and self-compassion and decrease unwanted symptoms such as anxiety, depression and negative thoughts. ​​I have experience with folks in all stages of adulthood, but especially those in young adulthood (18-35) and parents of young children and/or folks experiencing infertility.
(206) 565-0811 View (206) 565-0811
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Laurie Levy
Counselor, LMHCA, PMH-C
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Hi, I’m Laurie. I am a mental health care provider offering supportive, attuned care for the perinatal period - before, during, and after your new family member arrives. The journey to parenthood isn’t always what we expect. Maybe you don't feel like yourself, or feel overwhelmed, sad, or angry. You want to enjoy this time in your life but find yourself just surviving. Every family deserves support and community. I am glad that you are here seeking that.
Hi, I’m Laurie. I am a mental health care provider offering supportive, attuned care for the perinatal period - before, during, and after your new family member arrives. The journey to parenthood isn’t always what we expect. Maybe you don't feel like yourself, or feel overwhelmed, sad, or angry. You want to enjoy this time in your life but find yourself just surviving. Every family deserves support and community. I am glad that you are here seeking that.
(425) 979-7714 View (425) 979-7714
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Larkita Demps
Counselor, MA, LMHC
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I am a trauma therapist who understands the stigmas surrounding mental health and how it often prevents individuals from seeking assistance. My goal is to provide a safe counseling space for you to filter through your journey while equipping you with support and resources to guide you on the path to overall wellness. I work with people facing challenges such as life transitions, self-esteem, anxiety, depression, trauma, and grief. Therapy is not always easy, but healing is achievable through a non-judgmental and compassionate environment.
I am a trauma therapist who understands the stigmas surrounding mental health and how it often prevents individuals from seeking assistance. My goal is to provide a safe counseling space for you to filter through your journey while equipping you with support and resources to guide you on the path to overall wellness. I work with people facing challenges such as life transitions, self-esteem, anxiety, depression, trauma, and grief. Therapy is not always easy, but healing is achievable through a non-judgmental and compassionate environment.
(206) 350-5301 View (206) 350-5301
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Kelsey I Anderson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
4 Endorsed
Online Only
My goal as a therapist is to provide a safe, nonjudgmental atmosphere in which we can work together to gain a greater understanding of your challenges and move toward healing and growth. I provide individual therapy for adults, and specialize in working with those that are impacted by anxiety, chronic illness, and eating disorders. I also commonly provide counseling services for Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, grief and loss, life transitions, adjustment to parenthood, self-esteem, stress management, and family of origin issues.
My goal as a therapist is to provide a safe, nonjudgmental atmosphere in which we can work together to gain a greater understanding of your challenges and move toward healing and growth. I provide individual therapy for adults, and specialize in working with those that are impacted by anxiety, chronic illness, and eating disorders. I also commonly provide counseling services for Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, grief and loss, life transitions, adjustment to parenthood, self-esteem, stress management, and family of origin issues.
(425) 441-3074 View (425) 441-3074
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Maite Andrea Imaz
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
1 Endorsed
Online Only
With 25 years of professional experience, I offer a compassionate, thoughtful approach to therapy grounded in genuine care. Healing is fostered with a trusting therapeutic relationship that supports deeper self-understanding and growth. In various community mental health settings & private practice, I have supported hundreds of adults, children, couples and families navigate the intersections of oppression to live the best lives possible and be the change we wish to see. Moving through trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges and life transitions, I help clients build insight, resilience, and meaningful change.
With 25 years of professional experience, I offer a compassionate, thoughtful approach to therapy grounded in genuine care. Healing is fostered with a trusting therapeutic relationship that supports deeper self-understanding and growth. In various community mental health settings & private practice, I have supported hundreds of adults, children, couples and families navigate the intersections of oppression to live the best lives possible and be the change we wish to see. Moving through trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges and life transitions, I help clients build insight, resilience, and meaningful change.
(206) 202-0781 View (206) 202-0781
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Khao Niew Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Online Only
Not accepting new clients
Sabaidi! My name is Desirée and I am a Lao/Southeast Asian Licensed Clinical Social Worker who is passionate about supporting your mental health using a decolonial and anti-oppressive lens. I specifically work with adults navigating challenging life transitions, complex relationship dynamics, anxiety, depression, and trauma. I emphasize working with the mind and body, as they are deeply intertwined. My goal is to help you step into an identity that feels safe, validated, seen, and heard.
Sabaidi! My name is Desirée and I am a Lao/Southeast Asian Licensed Clinical Social Worker who is passionate about supporting your mental health using a decolonial and anti-oppressive lens. I specifically work with adults navigating challenging life transitions, complex relationship dynamics, anxiety, depression, and trauma. I emphasize working with the mind and body, as they are deeply intertwined. My goal is to help you step into an identity that feels safe, validated, seen, and heard.
(206) 944-6608 View (206) 944-6608
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Christina Forsythe
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Online Only
Not accepting new clients
I believe each of us, deep down, hold our own answers to the issues we face. Sometimes we need an objective listener to ask new questions, suggest new skills, be supportive and coach us through tough times. Humans have a tremendous ability to handle the traumatic events in life. We build strategies to get us through the day. At some point, we might realize that these strategies no longer work and may even be causing more problems than they solve. This is when the support of a caring professional can help us find more efficient strategies to handle our lives.
I believe each of us, deep down, hold our own answers to the issues we face. Sometimes we need an objective listener to ask new questions, suggest new skills, be supportive and coach us through tough times. Humans have a tremendous ability to handle the traumatic events in life. We build strategies to get us through the day. At some point, we might realize that these strategies no longer work and may even be causing more problems than they solve. This is when the support of a caring professional can help us find more efficient strategies to handle our lives.
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Online Therapists

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Dr. Lisa Fladager
Counselor, PhD, LMHC, BC-DMT, CMA
1 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98101
As a Jungian depth psychologist and dance/movement therapist I value authenticity, connecting with soul, the inner world, reconnecting body and soul, participating with curiosity in the flow of life, creativity, finding one's path, developing a compassionate inner witness, offering one's gifts, being present to what life brings.
As a Jungian depth psychologist and dance/movement therapist I value authenticity, connecting with soul, the inner world, reconnecting body and soul, participating with curiosity in the flow of life, creativity, finding one's path, developing a compassionate inner witness, offering one's gifts, being present to what life brings.
(360) 727-6655 View (360) 727-6655
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Kayla Brazile
Pre-Licensed Professional, LSWAIC
Seattle, WA 98119
Are you proactively looking for a necessary change in your life? You have the strength and resilience to overcome trials, even if you are not aware of it yet. Your readiness to engage in the therapeutic process shows that you are optimistic about a better future!
Are you proactively looking for a necessary change in your life? You have the strength and resilience to overcome trials, even if you are not aware of it yet. Your readiness to engage in the therapeutic process shows that you are optimistic about a better future!
(425) 510-7592 View (425) 510-7592
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Nicola Miller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Seattle, WA 98107
Welcome! I believe that curiosity and exploration are vital to understanding oneself and the world we inhabit. Within my practice, I provide a warm and nurturing environment for you to openly explore your concerns, experiences, goals, and the complexities of human connections. With genuine empathy, active listening, and thought-provoking questions, my commitment is to support you in deepening your self-awareness and finding meaningful solutions to the challenges you may face. Therapy doesn't always have to be serious. As such, I embrace and appropriately incorporate humor into our sessions, offering moments of levity and lightness.
Welcome! I believe that curiosity and exploration are vital to understanding oneself and the world we inhabit. Within my practice, I provide a warm and nurturing environment for you to openly explore your concerns, experiences, goals, and the complexities of human connections. With genuine empathy, active listening, and thought-provoking questions, my commitment is to support you in deepening your self-awareness and finding meaningful solutions to the challenges you may face. Therapy doesn't always have to be serious. As such, I embrace and appropriately incorporate humor into our sessions, offering moments of levity and lightness.
(206) 984-2369 View (206) 984-2369
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Alison Scarlato
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
1 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98107
Finding yourself amidst the chaos of work, parenting, relationships, and life in general can be tricky. You might know that you need some help, but it feels impossible (or even wrong) to prioritize yourself. Perhaps you're afraid to slow down and deal with those things that you routinely push aside - tough relationships, hard decisions, or your past. Whatever might be bringing you here, you are deserving of a space to connect with yourself and generate movement toward growth, healing, and positive change.
Finding yourself amidst the chaos of work, parenting, relationships, and life in general can be tricky. You might know that you need some help, but it feels impossible (or even wrong) to prioritize yourself. Perhaps you're afraid to slow down and deal with those things that you routinely push aside - tough relationships, hard decisions, or your past. Whatever might be bringing you here, you are deserving of a space to connect with yourself and generate movement toward growth, healing, and positive change.
(206) 561-9572 View (206) 561-9572
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Nichelle Alderson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, FNTP, LICSW, ASDCS, CIMHP
Seattle, WA 98108
I passionately help BIPOC adults who have felt alone or misunderstood for far too long. They may be navigating autism, ADD/ADHD, loneliness, stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, health issues, autoimmune disorders, hormonal changes, chronic pain, fatigue or burnout that feel layered and complex. They want help understanding why they feel this way and how diet, lifestyle, family history, oppression, and their environments have impacted them. My clients want lasting transformation—not temporary relief. They are seeking holistic, compassionate, culturally rooted and spiritually safe space where they feel seen, honored, and supported.
I passionately help BIPOC adults who have felt alone or misunderstood for far too long. They may be navigating autism, ADD/ADHD, loneliness, stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, health issues, autoimmune disorders, hormonal changes, chronic pain, fatigue or burnout that feel layered and complex. They want help understanding why they feel this way and how diet, lifestyle, family history, oppression, and their environments have impacted them. My clients want lasting transformation—not temporary relief. They are seeking holistic, compassionate, culturally rooted and spiritually safe space where they feel seen, honored, and supported.
(206) 745-6195 View (206) 745-6195
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Cait King
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Seattle, WA 98109
As a Couple and Family Therapist, I am honored to collaborate with clients in deciphering what may be holding you back from the freedom to live a more whole, robust life. A concentration of mine is in working with those who have attentional difficulties or learning differences such as ADHD, whether in a couple, family, or individual setting.
As a Couple and Family Therapist, I am honored to collaborate with clients in deciphering what may be holding you back from the freedom to live a more whole, robust life. A concentration of mine is in working with those who have attentional difficulties or learning differences such as ADHD, whether in a couple, family, or individual setting.
(267) 953-8094 View (267) 953-8094
Women's Issues Therapists
How do you encourage a woman to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express concern and love for the person while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Offering specific examples of how an individual may be suffering, and what effects it has on them, should be done with compassion and with empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.

How can women prepare for therapy?
Women can prepare for therapy by being willing to talk about their past experiences and their private thoughts. Before a session, an individual may want to reflect on how they’ve felt since the last session and what’s happened in their lives. Between sessions, it can be useful to write down notes about their reaction to a given event or how they felt at a particular time.

How long does therapy for women’s issues often last?
As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual and the challenges they face. Therapy types like Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Prolonged exposure therapy (PET), and Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. In some cases, such as for women with eating disorders, residential treatment may be recommended for an individual who is judged to be at high risk of self-harm. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.

How can women overcome stigma around specific challenges in order to seek therapy?
Women dealing with domestic abuse, sexual assault, eating disorders, and any other number of troubles may feel a stigma around seeking help. It’s important to remember that these issues are not uncommon and there is no shame in getting help for them. Therapy is confidential, and women can talk about their experiences without fear of judgment. Seeking therapy can be a courageous and liberating act, and an important step toward healing and recovery.