Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists in Shoreline, WA
Drawing from ACT and CBT, I help clients develop insight and pursue meaningful, values-based change.
I work with adolescents and women and support clients navigating a range of emotional and life challenges. Whether you’re feeling anxious, stuck, overwhelmed, or dealing with something more complex, I aim to create a supportive space where you can build insight, develop confidence, and move toward meaningful change. I offer a warm, caring space where clients can honestly process their experiences and grow.
Drawing from ACT and CBT, I help clients develop insight and pursue meaningful, values-based change.
I work with adolescents and women and support clients navigating a range of emotional and life challenges. Whether you’re feeling anxious, stuck, overwhelmed, or dealing with something more complex, I aim to create a supportive space where you can build insight, develop confidence, and move toward meaningful change. I offer a warm, caring space where clients can honestly process their experiences and grow.
River Enselman
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, MS
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
There are many things in this world that can complicate life and it can be challenging to navigate it. Societal pressures place unrealistic standards and oppressive systems create barriers. This takes a toll on our bodies and minds. It makes us feel as though we will never be enough. Everyone deserves to have connection, love, and to live authentically as themselves. That includes yourself. My goal is to create a safe space for us to explore your authentic self together. I provide a person-centered, anti-oppressive, harm-reduction therapeutic approach. This allows us find ways to work with your body and mind instead of against it.
There are many things in this world that can complicate life and it can be challenging to navigate it. Societal pressures place unrealistic standards and oppressive systems create barriers. This takes a toll on our bodies and minds. It makes us feel as though we will never be enough. Everyone deserves to have connection, love, and to live authentically as themselves. That includes yourself. My goal is to create a safe space for us to explore your authentic self together. I provide a person-centered, anti-oppressive, harm-reduction therapeutic approach. This allows us find ways to work with your body and mind instead of against it.
Hello. If you are looking for a therapist, the most important thing is for you to work with someone who will relate specifically to you and can help you heal. I work with each client as a unique individual with a goal to heal the whole person. Real and lasting change comes not only from an understanding of your issues and concerns, but from creating corrective emotional experiences that allow you to release old and unproductive patterns of thinking and behaving.
Hello. If you are looking for a therapist, the most important thing is for you to work with someone who will relate specifically to you and can help you heal. I work with each client as a unique individual with a goal to heal the whole person. Real and lasting change comes not only from an understanding of your issues and concerns, but from creating corrective emotional experiences that allow you to release old and unproductive patterns of thinking and behaving.
Allow me to support you in releasing stuck behaviors like constant effort to find acceptance, excessive guilt when choosing you or needing to appear perfect to others.
Just because you could be doing more, doesn’t mean you aren’t doing enough. Are you a productive adult who is highly independent and always burning out? Are you exhausted from doing it all and never feeling caught up? If you say to yourself, “I just have to get through this and it will be better,” then you are seen here. No amount of discipline or hustle will lead you to this destination you are desperately seeking. If thinking your way through this or changing your mindset around these problems was going to help, it would have already. From here on out, we get to do this together, it no longer only has to fall on you.
Allow me to support you in releasing stuck behaviors like constant effort to find acceptance, excessive guilt when choosing you or needing to appear perfect to others.
Just because you could be doing more, doesn’t mean you aren’t doing enough. Are you a productive adult who is highly independent and always burning out? Are you exhausted from doing it all and never feeling caught up? If you say to yourself, “I just have to get through this and it will be better,” then you are seen here. No amount of discipline or hustle will lead you to this destination you are desperately seeking. If thinking your way through this or changing your mindset around these problems was going to help, it would have already. From here on out, we get to do this together, it no longer only has to fall on you.
I'm accepting new clients!
Healing starts with an appreciation for your journey. I blend insights from psychoeducation, neuroscience, and your lived experiences to help you understand your mental health and empower informed, lasting choices. With a foundation in evidence‐based therapies, my approach combines cognitive-behavioral, cultural awareness, mindfulness, and humanistic techniques. I believe everyone has innate resilience, and I’m here to support you to grow yours and reach your optimal mental wellness.
I'm accepting new clients!
Healing starts with an appreciation for your journey. I blend insights from psychoeducation, neuroscience, and your lived experiences to help you understand your mental health and empower informed, lasting choices. With a foundation in evidence‐based therapies, my approach combines cognitive-behavioral, cultural awareness, mindfulness, and humanistic techniques. I believe everyone has innate resilience, and I’m here to support you to grow yours and reach your optimal mental wellness.
Lacey Haymon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
1 Endorsed
Shoreline, WA 98133
Waitlist for new clients
I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in helping individuals navigate anxiety, codependency, and patterns of people-pleasing. Many of the clients I work with feel overwhelmed by the pressure to meet others’ expectations, struggle to set boundaries, or find themselves stuck in cycles of worry and self-doubt. Together, we work to better understand these patterns and create space for more balanced, authentic ways of relating—to yourself and to others.
I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in helping individuals navigate anxiety, codependency, and patterns of people-pleasing. Many of the clients I work with feel overwhelmed by the pressure to meet others’ expectations, struggle to set boundaries, or find themselves stuck in cycles of worry and self-doubt. Together, we work to better understand these patterns and create space for more balanced, authentic ways of relating—to yourself and to others.
I primarily use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Skills training in my work with clients, and I like to back these skills up with the latest understandings from neuroscience and psychology.
Whether you’re looking to free yourself from the weight of anxiety, improve your relationship, set healthy boundaries, or better understand your own reactions, quality therapy can make all the difference. I strive to create a therapy environment that is authentic, warm, and free of judgment so that you can get right to the important work of self-discovery and self-improvement. I provide both individual and couple therapy for adults, operating a mostly Telehealth practice, with in-person option on Fridays in Shoreline.
I primarily use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Skills training in my work with clients, and I like to back these skills up with the latest understandings from neuroscience and psychology.
Whether you’re looking to free yourself from the weight of anxiety, improve your relationship, set healthy boundaries, or better understand your own reactions, quality therapy can make all the difference. I strive to create a therapy environment that is authentic, warm, and free of judgment so that you can get right to the important work of self-discovery and self-improvement. I provide both individual and couple therapy for adults, operating a mostly Telehealth practice, with in-person option on Fridays in Shoreline.
I empower clients to gain the skills needed to reach their goals, understand and regulate their emotions, and improve mindfulness and acceptance through a nonjudgmental and collaborative approach.
I received my PhD in clinical psychology from the University of Washington where I studied with leading treatment developers in clinical psychology. I further trained in rehabilitation psychology during an internship/residency at Harborview Medical Center, working with patients immediately after traumatic injury, during intensive rehabilitation, and with chronic pain.
I empower clients to gain the skills needed to reach their goals, understand and regulate their emotions, and improve mindfulness and acceptance through a nonjudgmental and collaborative approach.
I received my PhD in clinical psychology from the University of Washington where I studied with leading treatment developers in clinical psychology. I further trained in rehabilitation psychology during an internship/residency at Harborview Medical Center, working with patients immediately after traumatic injury, during intensive rehabilitation, and with chronic pain.
I earned my Master’s in Social Work degree from Eastern Washington University in 2010 and I currently hold a credential of Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker Associate. I have experience with individuals, couples, and groups in outpatient and intensive residential settings. I specialize in helping people overcome trauma. My passion is working with adults looking to heal from their past and thrive.
I earned my Master’s in Social Work degree from Eastern Washington University in 2010 and I currently hold a credential of Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker Associate. I have experience with individuals, couples, and groups in outpatient and intensive residential settings. I specialize in helping people overcome trauma. My passion is working with adults looking to heal from their past and thrive.
I often use CBT, ACT, and Motivational Interviewing in my therapy practice.
Do you feel like you are buried in your fear, and you feel like you can barely breathe? Are you a neurodivergent individual who struggles with an overwhelming sense of shame and a tsunami of self-doubts? I am a licensed psychologist who provides evidence-based therapy for children through young adults as well as consultation for caregivers. I also have 15+ years of working experience in public schools as a school psychologist. In my work, I am guided by the belief that children and families are brilliant and beautiful, and I aim to support and facilitate their transformative agency, particularly clients from diverse backgrounds.
I often use CBT, ACT, and Motivational Interviewing in my therapy practice.
Do you feel like you are buried in your fear, and you feel like you can barely breathe? Are you a neurodivergent individual who struggles with an overwhelming sense of shame and a tsunami of self-doubts? I am a licensed psychologist who provides evidence-based therapy for children through young adults as well as consultation for caregivers. I also have 15+ years of working experience in public schools as a school psychologist. In my work, I am guided by the belief that children and families are brilliant and beautiful, and I aim to support and facilitate their transformative agency, particularly clients from diverse backgrounds.
Discovering what it is that they need, whether that is change, growth, shift in perspective or simply acceptance.
I can help with the emotional management of T1D and how it impacts our relationships with ourselves and loved ones. I have experience working with people with disordered eating, body image and self esteem concerns as well.
Discovering what it is that they need, whether that is change, growth, shift in perspective or simply acceptance.
I can help with the emotional management of T1D and how it impacts our relationships with ourselves and loved ones. I have experience working with people with disordered eating, body image and self esteem concerns as well.
I primarily use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT) as the therapy helps build flexibility for whatever problems we encounter.
I work with clients who want change their lives for the better, but find themselves going in circles with challenges (e.g. anxiety, low mood, lack of confidence, life stressors, feeling disconnected). Our therapy work together helps create new ways of dealing with problems effectively, encourages and empowers clients to live meaningful lives, while attuning to a person’s unique culture and background.
I primarily use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT) as the therapy helps build flexibility for whatever problems we encounter.
I work with clients who want change their lives for the better, but find themselves going in circles with challenges (e.g. anxiety, low mood, lack of confidence, life stressors, feeling disconnected). Our therapy work together helps create new ways of dealing with problems effectively, encourages and empowers clients to live meaningful lives, while attuning to a person’s unique culture and background.
I often work with clients healing from relational or systemic trauma—survivors of domestic violence, childhood trauma, and those exploring identity and connection. You may feel disconnected or unsure how your past has shaped you, yet long to feel grounded and whole. Together, we’ll rebuild trust, strengthen relationships, and honor your resilience. My trauma-informed, sex-positive approach offers a safe, affirming space for growth, healing, and authentic living
I often work with clients healing from relational or systemic trauma—survivors of domestic violence, childhood trauma, and those exploring identity and connection. You may feel disconnected or unsure how your past has shaped you, yet long to feel grounded and whole. Together, we’ll rebuild trust, strengthen relationships, and honor your resilience. My trauma-informed, sex-positive approach offers a safe, affirming space for growth, healing, and authentic living
To supplement a trauma-informed practice, I utilize CBT, Brainspotting, ACT, DBT, narrative, and solution-focused therapies when supporting a client.
My counseling philosophy is grounded in trauma-informed practices, meaning I value collaboration, empowerment, and safety above all else. In time, clients will gain a richer understanding of themselves while working towards self-determined goals. I am especially attuned to those experiencing LGBT issues, trauma, and depression, as well as various non-monogamous relationships and organizing for social justice. As a social worker and through lived experience, I am highly aware of the daily social, institutional, and communal injustices that impact different historically oppressed people.
To supplement a trauma-informed practice, I utilize CBT, Brainspotting, ACT, DBT, narrative, and solution-focused therapies when supporting a client.
My counseling philosophy is grounded in trauma-informed practices, meaning I value collaboration, empowerment, and safety above all else. In time, clients will gain a richer understanding of themselves while working towards self-determined goals. I am especially attuned to those experiencing LGBT issues, trauma, and depression, as well as various non-monogamous relationships and organizing for social justice. As a social worker and through lived experience, I am highly aware of the daily social, institutional, and communal injustices that impact different historically oppressed people.
You may find yourself constantly overthinking, feeling emotionally reactive, or relying on coping strategies that no longer work. Individuals often come to therapy struggling with postpartum changes, anxiety, trauma, relationship changes, substance use, or unhealthy coping patterns. Together, we work to understand these patterns, regulate the nervous system, and build healthier ways of coping so you can feel more grounded, connected, and like yourself again.
You may find yourself constantly overthinking, feeling emotionally reactive, or relying on coping strategies that no longer work. Individuals often come to therapy struggling with postpartum changes, anxiety, trauma, relationship changes, substance use, or unhealthy coping patterns. Together, we work to understand these patterns, regulate the nervous system, and build healthier ways of coping so you can feel more grounded, connected, and like yourself again.
If you have gotten really good at functioning at high levels while putting past difficult or traumatic experiences on the back burner only to realize the back burner may now be beginning to boil over or is seeping into different areas of your life, you are not alone.
If you are in a line of professional work that may involve witnessing death or traumatic loss, it can be difficult to find space to appropriately sit with your experience.
If it seems like you are not fully in control of your emotions and behaviors at times and you find yourself spinning instead of addressing the root problem(s), there is another path forward.
If you have gotten really good at functioning at high levels while putting past difficult or traumatic experiences on the back burner only to realize the back burner may now be beginning to boil over or is seeping into different areas of your life, you are not alone.
If you are in a line of professional work that may involve witnessing death or traumatic loss, it can be difficult to find space to appropriately sit with your experience.
If it seems like you are not fully in control of your emotions and behaviors at times and you find yourself spinning instead of addressing the root problem(s), there is another path forward.
8.2026 - Accepting waitlist clients. Are you here because you feel overwhelmed, stressed, sad, or overly anxious? Perhaps you have experienced a major change in your life that makes the day-to-day harder than ever. My gentle approach can assist with issues of depression, stress, and anxiety as a compassionate, non-judgmental, and trauma-informed psychodynamically oriented therapist, helping to bring back joy into your relationships and your life. Our work together will guide you through your challenges and obstacles to find greater well-being, satisfaction, and a grounded sense of self.
8.2026 - Accepting waitlist clients. Are you here because you feel overwhelmed, stressed, sad, or overly anxious? Perhaps you have experienced a major change in your life that makes the day-to-day harder than ever. My gentle approach can assist with issues of depression, stress, and anxiety as a compassionate, non-judgmental, and trauma-informed psychodynamically oriented therapist, helping to bring back joy into your relationships and your life. Our work together will guide you through your challenges and obstacles to find greater well-being, satisfaction, and a grounded sense of self.
I work with individuals, couples and families - biological and chosen. I believe in addressing the wellbeing of mind, body and spirit. I am committed to helping all people access deep meaning, healing and connection (with self, others, and nature) by meeting them wherever they are in their life.
I value the process of unlearning. This often means the unlearning of the harmful messages that white supremacy and cis heteropatriarchy have taught to our bodies, minds, and communities and that often become internalized. I am passionate about justice, about liberation, and about connection.
I work with individuals, couples and families - biological and chosen. I believe in addressing the wellbeing of mind, body and spirit. I am committed to helping all people access deep meaning, healing and connection (with self, others, and nature) by meeting them wherever they are in their life.
I value the process of unlearning. This often means the unlearning of the harmful messages that white supremacy and cis heteropatriarchy have taught to our bodies, minds, and communities and that often become internalized. I am passionate about justice, about liberation, and about connection.
In-person availability! If you are struggling in your life with symptoms of anxiety, depression, relationship issues, conflict, grief and loss, stress or PTSD or you’re burnt out at work, We can partner to help you figure out a way to honor your true nature, effectively communicate, gain clarity and the skills you need to thrive in your life. We all have the ability to change, learn and grow. We are not born with skills, throughout our life we gain many coping mechanisms, but some of those are born out of survival, fear or toxic family dynamics and might make it challenging to navigate in relationships or during life’s transitions.
In-person availability! If you are struggling in your life with symptoms of anxiety, depression, relationship issues, conflict, grief and loss, stress or PTSD or you’re burnt out at work, We can partner to help you figure out a way to honor your true nature, effectively communicate, gain clarity and the skills you need to thrive in your life. We all have the ability to change, learn and grow. We are not born with skills, throughout our life we gain many coping mechanisms, but some of those are born out of survival, fear or toxic family dynamics and might make it challenging to navigate in relationships or during life’s transitions.
No one seeks therapy for the same reasons. We all have our different stories and challenges, and external and internal influences. It takes courage to take that first step and reach out. It really does. I appreciate the courage it takes to open up and share your story, challenges, and family struggles. I’m here to meet you with compassion, support, and new ideas. I consider it an honor to sit with clients, hear your story, and help you realize and illuminate your inner-strengths.
No one seeks therapy for the same reasons. We all have our different stories and challenges, and external and internal influences. It takes courage to take that first step and reach out. It really does. I appreciate the courage it takes to open up and share your story, challenges, and family struggles. I’m here to meet you with compassion, support, and new ideas. I consider it an honor to sit with clients, hear your story, and help you realize and illuminate your inner-strengths.
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Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists
How does acceptance and commitment therapy work?
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy encourages a person to listen to their self-talk. A person’s inner dialog can be indicative of how they treat themselves. ACT also encourages self-compassion; this can lead to a better understanding of negative thought patterns and emotional states. This understanding can then lead the individual to needed behavior change.
What are the goals of acceptance and commitment therapy?
The goal of acceptance and commitment is to expand a person’s psychological flexibility, a trait that encourages an individual to live in the present moment and to accept all their thoughts, feelings, and emotions, even ones that are difficult such as sadness and anxiety. In ACT, this acceptance is congruent with the individual’s values and beliefs.
Does acceptance and commitment therapy work for depression?
Acceptance and commitment therapy is effective for depression because it allows the individual to view their discomfort and suffering differently. Depressive feelings about relationship heartaches, for example, are a part of life. A despondent person learns to let go of their struggles and instead view their painful thoughts and feelings with compassion. This will lead the individual toward positive change.
How long are people typically in acceptance and commitment therapy?
A typical acceptance and commitment therapy session is 50 minutes long with one session per week. Treatment for common problems such as anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties can last between eight weeks to four months. However, more severe cases may require more than one session a week and/or a longer time frame for treatment.