Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists in Westlake, Seattle, WA

" We are all broken and wounded in this world. Some choose to grow at the broken places." ~Harold J. Duarte-Bernhardt.~ You had the courage to travel this far in your quest for healing. As a Transpersonal therapist, I believe you are wise and that within you resides the ability to heal from pain and trauma. My role is to be a guide, a facilitator in your process of healing unhealthy patterns of behaviors causing you to feel anxious and depressed. My approach is holistic. I blend many disciplines in search of the most effective way to work with you.

Accepting New Clients! I'm glad you're taking that first step towards mental wellness! My main goal in therapy is to empower my clients to see that they, within themselves, hold full capacity to succeed in bettering their overall quality of life. My therapeutic practice focuses on a clinical evidence-based approach, utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ( CBT ) and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF CBT ). It is important that clients feel heard, supported, and empowered. I also maintain a high regard for cultural sensitivity, diversity, equality, and equity, so all clients feel welcomed and accepted for who they are.

To quote Søren Kierkegaard, "The most common form of despair is not being who you are." Perhaps you have found yourself painfully out of alignment with your values, feel stuck repeating the same patterns in your life even though you want to change, or are experiencing a stressful life circumstance or event that you can't seem to recover from on your own. It could be that you need better coping skills, wish to better understand how to process your emotions or want to harness the power of your mind. Maybe you feel ready to transform and do the work of becoming who you really are but have no idea where to begin.

Whatever the present condition of our life, we have had an intrinsic role in creating it, whether we see it or not. The good news is that once we have enough awareness to take ownership, we can consciously create what is next. Our greatest ally is self awareness and clarity. My role as a therapist is to help you identify and resolve your obstacles (internal and external) and to help you clarify your life purpose and direction. In an empathic relationship that stresses authenticity, our processes will lead to in depth exploration and releasing.

My practice specializes in cognitive behavioral therapy ( CBT ) for anxiety (e.g., OCD, Social Anxiety, Panic, Phobias etc.) and related disorders (e.g., Insomnia, Picking, Pulling). I provide individual treatment for adults and late adolescents. My goal is to provide individualized, compassionate, effective, evidence-based treatment. My approach has its grounding in CBT but when appropriate I also use mindfulness techniques, components of Acceptance and Commitment therapy (ACT), and Schema Therapy to enhance the treatment and support the client's movement toward accomplishing treatment goals.

My passion/expertise is working with the complex needs of neuro-diverse adults: those with ADHD, Aspergers or mild TBI-induced cognitive symptoms; helping them live more effectively and confidently. People with these issues typically deal with a varied combination of life challenges, executive skill deficits & mood issues. Things like chronic issues with consistency, follow-through, ongoing sleep or self care challenges, as well as co-occurring anxiety, social anxiety, &/or depression, or need better Bipolar management skills. I’m here to help you harness your strengths, build missing skills, & move past your personal stuck points.

Someone in my family was asking me recently "What is the most important consideration when looking for a therapist? " The fit, the feel, the vibe you have with the therapist really is best way to decide if this is a good match. A good fit, you will work well together. We will work with the issues that you are currently experiencing, noticing the internal roots of conflict, and finding ways to make meaningful and purposeful shifts or changes in your life. Experiencing difficulties from depression, relationship endings, truama, abuse, addictions, let's talk. - My practice is typically full but can offer wait list for new consultations

I specialize in helping individuals with ADHD, high-functioning autism, Nice Guy & Nice Gal Syndrome, codependency, addiction, complex post-traumatic stress disorder, and grief. If you feel stuck and want to create new patterns in your life, let's talk. We can schedule a free 15-minute consult video call to chat about what you're looking to accomplish in therapy and to see if we'd be a good fit.

My goal is to assist you in recognizing your inherent strengths that have been developed as a result of your unique experiences. Everyone comes to this moment with their own set of beliefs, values, morals, and expectations. You are stronger than you think. You are more capable than you think. Oftentimes individuals, couples, and families may not recognize their own resilience and their ability to break toxic cycles that may exist within relationships. Sometimes experiences can overwhelm us, and make us feel that we don’t know the way forward. The process of therapy is turning those overwhelming feelings into a road map.

As a psychologist, I ensure that evaluation and treatment services are comprehensive and tailored to meet the needs of each client. I have an expertise and passion for working with preteens, teens and young adults. I have a humorous, warm, and down to earth style of counseling that teens appreciate. My treatment approach emphasizes evidence-based practice that works toward building skills and strategies including * Cognitive Behavioral Therapy *Acceptance and Commitment Therapy *Dialectical Behavior Therapy-informed coping and skill building *Exposure and Response Prevention *School collaboration *Parent consultation

I enjoy working with people to them to find the opportunity in life's challenges. We all encounter painful situations and it is my hope that through therapy, we can work together to reduce the suffering that often accompanies these. My areas of interest include grief and loss, end of life issues, adjustment to illness (chronic or acute), anxiety, depression, parenting issues, life transitions, relationship conflict, post-partum issues. I draw from a variety of interventions, including cognitive -behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, mindfulness-based therapy, and solution-focused therapy.

Dr. Carr uses a unique blend of Cognitive -Behavioral, Gestalt, Integral, Primal, Transpersonal & Family Therapy techniques to focus on natural growth & healing thus expanding the common central emphasis on disorders & symptom reduction. Clients change as they heal their pain, get emotionally nourished, recognize what is toxic and become authentically themselves.

Hi, I'm Will. I'm glad you are here. Seeking help can be overwhelming when you are struggling just to get through the day. I hope to make the process a little easier for you. I have lots of experience working with all kinds of people suffering from depression, anxiety, ADHD, trauma, unwanted substance use, bipolar disorder, relationship issues and more. You want to feel better, to stop worrying about the future and rehashing the past, to move through what keeps you stuck in distress, to feel freedom, and some measure of peace. I am confident that therapy can help.

I am a play therapist who specializes in teens and young adults. Your teen may be experiencing anxiety, depression, perfectionist behavior, and stress from school or friends. You might be struggling connecting to your teen as a parent. I am often silly and utilize metaphors and toys through play as a means of communication. Sometimes it's hard to talk about our problems, that's why my therapy sessions are often experiential. My focus is working with teens, family conflict, and parents. I am a LBGTQIA+ affirming therapist.

I am here to help you and to listen. We can work together to better understand the challenges in your life. Through talking, things will get better. Today, you are one step closer to a new you where you can feel empowered and go on that positive path to growth and well-being. As a therapist, my goal is to help you lead a life that is worth celebrating. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.

As a therapist that works with couples and individuals, with a focus on intimacy and sexuality, I often work with people seeking deeper and more nourishing connections in their relationships and lives. Connection requires the courage to move into vulnerability and honesty to live one's truth about what they really need from their relationships. This is where I can help! I serve as a guide for individuals and couples in stepping into their own lives, to ask for what they need and to be present in and for their relationships.

I am a licensed psychologist who provides telehealth services to California, Washington State, and PSYPACT state residents. While I've spent much of my specialist practice at the intersection of substance use, PTSD, and co-occurring disorders in adults (18+), my generalist training has also prepared me to support those experiencing anxiety, depression, perfectionism, boundary issues, deep wisdom experiences of grief and relational transitions, and overworking/burnout related to high-pressure or exploitative work environments. I regularly engage in culturally responsive training to support members of marginalized groups.

I specialize in treating OCD, BFRB's, anxiety, and phobias. The fear that takes you down rabbit-holes of rumination, obsessive thoughts that feel all-consuming, rituals, compulsions, avoidance, & hours of "spiraling". Thoughts that you know are "illogical" but feel so real. Behaviors that take away from a value-driven life. I want you to know that you're not alone, it's not your fault, & there is hope. You are not destined to live a life controlled by worry, panic, or fear. Your thoughts do not represent who you are, and you will receive acceptance & nonjudgement in our work together. Your fears and insecurities are safe here!