Therapists for Teens and Adolescents in Seattle, WA
My first experience with psychology came at the age of 8 when my parents took me to see their counselor, Greg. He was so helpful that I was inspired to follow in his footsteps and become a counselor too. Today, after almost 20 years, I feel fortunate to be able say that I still love what I do.
My first experience with psychology came at the age of 8 when my parents took me to see their counselor, Greg. He was so helpful that I was inspired to follow in his footsteps and become a counselor too. Today, after almost 20 years, I feel fortunate to be able say that I still love what I do.
I offer both in-person and virtual appointments and work with adults, adolescents, and children.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed by the effects of trauma or weighed down by persistent anxiety, you’re not alone. Many people struggle with unresolved trauma and anxiety that impact daily life, relationships, and self-worth. My goal is to provide a compassionate, understanding space where you can explore these challenges and learn tools to live your best life.
I offer both in-person and virtual appointments and work with adults, adolescents, and children.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed by the effects of trauma or weighed down by persistent anxiety, you’re not alone. Many people struggle with unresolved trauma and anxiety that impact daily life, relationships, and self-worth. My goal is to provide a compassionate, understanding space where you can explore these challenges and learn tools to live your best life.
Life can be overwhelming for adolescents and adults alike.
I take a holistic approach to therapy, focusing on your unique needs and goals. I incorporate cognitive behavioral therapy, psychodynamic analysis, dialectical behavior and mindfulness techniques. When working with adolescents, I incorporate developmentally appropriate techniques, such as narrative therapy, emotional regulation, and digital play therapy.
Life can be overwhelming for adolescents and adults alike.
I take a holistic approach to therapy, focusing on your unique needs and goals. I incorporate cognitive behavioral therapy, psychodynamic analysis, dialectical behavior and mindfulness techniques. When working with adolescents, I incorporate developmentally appropriate techniques, such as narrative therapy, emotional regulation, and digital play therapy.
I see clients both virtually and in person at my office in Capitol Hill. I work with individuals ages 13 and up. I enjoy working with a wide range of ages, backgrounds, and needs. Whether you are looking to heal trauma, better communicate within your relationships, explore your identity or just want a space to process being a human in this complex world, I would be delighted to work with you.
I see clients both virtually and in person at my office in Capitol Hill. I work with individuals ages 13 and up. I enjoy working with a wide range of ages, backgrounds, and needs. Whether you are looking to heal trauma, better communicate within your relationships, explore your identity or just want a space to process being a human in this complex world, I would be delighted to work with you.
Accepting new clients! I accept Community Health Plan of WA, Coordinated Care, Medicaid, and Molina Healthcare. - Ever felt like your challenges or identities are "too much" for other people? Have you struggled to balance society's expectations with your own hopes & needs? As a trans therapist, I know how it feels not to follow a typical script. I work with clients who are navigating complex identities such as trans/queer identity, disability, and neurodivergence. My sessions are a space where you can show up as your full, authentic self and be held with compassion as we work toward your goals.
Accepting new clients! I accept Community Health Plan of WA, Coordinated Care, Medicaid, and Molina Healthcare. - Ever felt like your challenges or identities are "too much" for other people? Have you struggled to balance society's expectations with your own hopes & needs? As a trans therapist, I know how it feels not to follow a typical script. I work with clients who are navigating complex identities such as trans/queer identity, disability, and neurodivergence. My sessions are a space where you can show up as your full, authentic self and be held with compassion as we work toward your goals.
Your surroundings began to shrink as time went on due to what unfolded. You were jolted as a direct result of this event. As a child, you were a completely different person you're today; you're paralyzed by anxiety, unable to cope with stress, fearing you are losing control and feeling isolated. There was a time when you could deal with stress better than you can now. Or maybe you thought you were doing well even after what happened to you as a child, but now things started to feel overwhelmed, and you are tired of hiding your emotions as it takes too much energy most of the time.
Your surroundings began to shrink as time went on due to what unfolded. You were jolted as a direct result of this event. As a child, you were a completely different person you're today; you're paralyzed by anxiety, unable to cope with stress, fearing you are losing control and feeling isolated. There was a time when you could deal with stress better than you can now. Or maybe you thought you were doing well even after what happened to you as a child, but now things started to feel overwhelmed, and you are tired of hiding your emotions as it takes too much energy most of the time.
Do you struggle to feel safe, seen, or fully yourself in your relationships? Do you wonder how to break free from patterns that keep you feeling disconnected or from being your "true" self? You've felt pressure to conform in ways that don’t reflect who you truly are, whether it's being neurodivergent or LGBTQ+, you feel like people sometimes don't understand who you are. Whether you're navigating your identity, exploring new relationship dynamics, or understand past unhelpful thoughts or behaviors, therapy can help. I support individuals and couples in understanding themselves, improving communication, and building relationships.
Do you struggle to feel safe, seen, or fully yourself in your relationships? Do you wonder how to break free from patterns that keep you feeling disconnected or from being your "true" self? You've felt pressure to conform in ways that don’t reflect who you truly are, whether it's being neurodivergent or LGBTQ+, you feel like people sometimes don't understand who you are. Whether you're navigating your identity, exploring new relationship dynamics, or understand past unhelpful thoughts or behaviors, therapy can help. I support individuals and couples in understanding themselves, improving communication, and building relationships.
I am licensed in Washington and Oregon to work with adults, teens and families.
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Life can sometimes feel overwhelming. Navigating stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges, and major life transitions can make it difficult to feel grounded, connected, and hopeful. For many young adults, balancing activities, work, relationships, family expectations, and an uncertain future can add even more pressure.
I am licensed in Washington and Oregon to work with adults, teens and families.
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Life can sometimes feel overwhelming. Navigating stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges, and major life transitions can make it difficult to feel grounded, connected, and hopeful. For many young adults, balancing activities, work, relationships, family expectations, and an uncertain future can add even more pressure.
Dr. Haynes has worked extensively with children and families, focusing both on pediatrics and the culturally-sensitive application of evidence-based psychology. She has been at Seattle Children's for more than 7 years and is presently in the Cancer and Blood Disorders Center. Dr. Haynes has extensive expertise in diagnosing and treating depression, anxiety, OCD, selective mutism, and other child and pediatric behavioral concerns. A primary objective of her integrative perspective is to understand negative reactions to stressors and appreciate adaptation, positive emotion, coping, resiliency, and wellbeing as a developmental process.
Dr. Haynes has worked extensively with children and families, focusing both on pediatrics and the culturally-sensitive application of evidence-based psychology. She has been at Seattle Children's for more than 7 years and is presently in the Cancer and Blood Disorders Center. Dr. Haynes has extensive expertise in diagnosing and treating depression, anxiety, OCD, selective mutism, and other child and pediatric behavioral concerns. A primary objective of her integrative perspective is to understand negative reactions to stressors and appreciate adaptation, positive emotion, coping, resiliency, and wellbeing as a developmental process.
I work with preteens, adolescents, and adults across Washington who are navigating anxiety, grief, life transitions, and relational challenges.
Therapy can be a space to slow down, make sense of your experiences, and reconnect with yourself in a deeper, more grounded way. Together, we explore the underlying patterns shaping your experiences, helping you build insight, process loss, strengthen your sense of self, and move toward a more intentional and meaningful life.
I work with preteens, adolescents, and adults across Washington who are navigating anxiety, grief, life transitions, and relational challenges.
Therapy can be a space to slow down, make sense of your experiences, and reconnect with yourself in a deeper, more grounded way. Together, we explore the underlying patterns shaping your experiences, helping you build insight, process loss, strengthen your sense of self, and move toward a more intentional and meaningful life.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or emotionally drained, you’re not alone—and support is available. Many people I work with are managing anxiety, depression, or struggling with self-esteem while trying to keep everything together. Therapy can be a place to pause, feel understood, and begin making sense of what’s weighing on you. You don’t have to have everything figured out to start—you just need a space where you can show up as you are.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or emotionally drained, you’re not alone—and support is available. Many people I work with are managing anxiety, depression, or struggling with self-esteem while trying to keep everything together. Therapy can be a place to pause, feel understood, and begin making sense of what’s weighing on you. You don’t have to have everything figured out to start—you just need a space where you can show up as you are.
If you are struggling with depression, life changes, anxiety, or day-to-day stresses, let me work with you so you can develop coping mechanisms, life skills, and just have a safe environment to express daily struggles. Many people are struggling, but it takes a lot of strength and courage to reach out for help. I would like to welcome clients into a comfortable environment where they can express those feelings. I work with clients of all identities, backgrounds, and sexual orientations.
If you are struggling with depression, life changes, anxiety, or day-to-day stresses, let me work with you so you can develop coping mechanisms, life skills, and just have a safe environment to express daily struggles. Many people are struggling, but it takes a lot of strength and courage to reach out for help. I would like to welcome clients into a comfortable environment where they can express those feelings. I work with clients of all identities, backgrounds, and sexual orientations.
If you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, disconnected, or caught in patterns that no longer serve you, you're not alone. I work with adults and couples who are ready to deepen self awareness, heal old wounds, and create more meaningful relationships with themselves and others.
If you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, disconnected, or caught in patterns that no longer serve you, you're not alone. I work with adults and couples who are ready to deepen self awareness, heal old wounds, and create more meaningful relationships with themselves and others.
Sophia Hilsen
Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate , MA, LMHCA, NCC
12 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98103
I work with clients of all ages, including children 6 and older, teens, adults, and couples, who are motivated to better understand themselves and their relationships.
I approach therapy through a lens of Relational Cultural Theory, fostering empathy, connection, growth, and mutuality in our relationship. By integrating multiple modalities, I use tools from CBT, Narrative Therapy, and ACT. These approaches help you identify negative thought patterns, embrace your feelings, and commit to actions that align with your values.
I work with clients of all ages, including children 6 and older, teens, adults, and couples, who are motivated to better understand themselves and their relationships.
I approach therapy through a lens of Relational Cultural Theory, fostering empathy, connection, growth, and mutuality in our relationship. By integrating multiple modalities, I use tools from CBT, Narrative Therapy, and ACT. These approaches help you identify negative thought patterns, embrace your feelings, and commit to actions that align with your values.
Similarly, you may also be looking for help for your child or teen who is struggling in some of these ways.
If you feel at all this way, let me say “Welcome.” Therapy can certainly feel intimidating. I work to provide a space where you can feel safe to be yourself, where we can co-create goals that align with your strengths, where I can walk alongside you in your journey to help you feel empowered by owning the positive change you can you can make in your life.
Similarly, you may also be looking for help for your child or teen who is struggling in some of these ways.
If you feel at all this way, let me say “Welcome.” Therapy can certainly feel intimidating. I work to provide a space where you can feel safe to be yourself, where we can co-create goals that align with your strengths, where I can walk alongside you in your journey to help you feel empowered by owning the positive change you can you can make in your life.
Anxiety is a profoundly human feeling, and yet, it often leaves us feeling isolated, uncertain, and unsure of where to turn. Therapy, in my view, is a form of companionship for this journey—someone to walk beside you as you navigate the complexities of your emotions, identities, narratives, relationships, and experiences.
Anxiety is a profoundly human feeling, and yet, it often leaves us feeling isolated, uncertain, and unsure of where to turn. Therapy, in my view, is a form of companionship for this journey—someone to walk beside you as you navigate the complexities of your emotions, identities, narratives, relationships, and experiences.
I have experience working with teens, adults, and seniors who are coping with severe psychological psychotic disorders, abuse, trauma, PTSD, addiction, domestic violence, and more.
I served 24 years in the United States Navy and am a disabled veteran. I earned my Master's from Texas A&M and my Doctorate from St. Mary's University with honors from both programs. My clinical experience spans inpatient, outpatient, IOP/PHP, Veterans Administration, private practice, clinical research, and contract mental health work.
I have experience working with teens, adults, and seniors who are coping with severe psychological psychotic disorders, abuse, trauma, PTSD, addiction, domestic violence, and more.
I served 24 years in the United States Navy and am a disabled veteran. I earned my Master's from Texas A&M and my Doctorate from St. Mary's University with honors from both programs. My clinical experience spans inpatient, outpatient, IOP/PHP, Veterans Administration, private practice, clinical research, and contract mental health work.
I work with children and adolescents, parents, individual clients across the life span, families, and couples.
My approach is warm, strengths-based, and trauma-informed. I use evidence-based strategies and skills-focused interventions with my clients to help them gain insight, express themselves, build coping tools, and feel more confident. I welcome neurodivergent clients (including autism and ADHD), ambitious and high-achieving individuals, and LGBTQ+.
I work with children and adolescents, parents, individual clients across the life span, families, and couples.
My approach is warm, strengths-based, and trauma-informed. I use evidence-based strategies and skills-focused interventions with my clients to help them gain insight, express themselves, build coping tools, and feel more confident. I welcome neurodivergent clients (including autism and ADHD), ambitious and high-achieving individuals, and LGBTQ+.
I am a psychologist who believes that if something isn't working, try something different! I try to create an atmosphere for growth that is warm, kind and challenging. I do my best to steer clear of "psychobabble" and offer tools for change that are easily understood and practical. Whether the issues are emotional, relational or social, you'll find a safe place to do the necessary work to grow.
I am a psychologist who believes that if something isn't working, try something different! I try to create an atmosphere for growth that is warm, kind and challenging. I do my best to steer clear of "psychobabble" and offer tools for change that are easily understood and practical. Whether the issues are emotional, relational or social, you'll find a safe place to do the necessary work to grow.
PNW Intimate Connections Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFTA, RN, CIIPA
3 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
If saying the word SEX out loud makes you cringe inside, you're in the right place. Right now, the idea of having a deeply satisfying relationship with yourself and others might feel distant. The longing to fully inhabit your body, connect authentically with your partner, and rekindle passion is a natural human yearning. You deserve to reclaim your right to a thriving sexual life. While it may feel difficult to find a path on your own, together we can navigate this topic so that you can feel fully present and alive in your body and your life.
If saying the word SEX out loud makes you cringe inside, you're in the right place. Right now, the idea of having a deeply satisfying relationship with yourself and others might feel distant. The longing to fully inhabit your body, connect authentically with your partner, and rekindle passion is a natural human yearning. You deserve to reclaim your right to a thriving sexual life. While it may feel difficult to find a path on your own, together we can navigate this topic so that you can feel fully present and alive in your body and your life.
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