Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists in Silverdale, WA
Many of us move through life functioning from a place of urgency — managing careers, families, and responsibilities — while quietly carrying the effects of chronic stress and unresolved emotional pain. Over time, these patterns can lead to chronic fatigue/illness, emotional overwhelm, and disconnection from our interests and personal needs. We survive rather than fully living. I offer a nervous system-informed, somatic approach that gently helps you reconnect with your body and internal wisdom.
Many of us move through life functioning from a place of urgency — managing careers, families, and responsibilities — while quietly carrying the effects of chronic stress and unresolved emotional pain. Over time, these patterns can lead to chronic fatigue/illness, emotional overwhelm, and disconnection from our interests and personal needs. We survive rather than fully living. I offer a nervous system-informed, somatic approach that gently helps you reconnect with your body and internal wisdom.
Do you find it challenging to navigate social interactions or feel misunderstood in your unique ways of thinking? Are you struggling to reconcile your past religious beliefs with your current values? Do you feel lost during major life transitions, or do you often question your self-worth, feeling like you're not enough? Are you and your partner facing difficulties in communication and understanding each other? If so, you're not alone, and I'm here to help. (I am accepting Couples at this time)
Do you find it challenging to navigate social interactions or feel misunderstood in your unique ways of thinking? Are you struggling to reconcile your past religious beliefs with your current values? Do you feel lost during major life transitions, or do you often question your self-worth, feeling like you're not enough? Are you and your partner facing difficulties in communication and understanding each other? If so, you're not alone, and I'm here to help. (I am accepting Couples at this time)
I draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT), Narrative Therapy, Reality/Choice Theory, and parts-based work.
Sometimes life feels heavy, and it’s not always easy to name why. You might know exactly what’s going on, or you might just know something needs to change—both are welcome here.
I’m Stephanie, offering in-person therapy in Silverdale for kids (8+), teens, and adults who feel like they’re carrying too much alone. I believe healing happens in relationship—through being seen, understood, and supported in a steady, grounded way.
My hope is to offer a space where you can slow down, reconnect, and begin to feel more like yourself again.
I draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT), Narrative Therapy, Reality/Choice Theory, and parts-based work.
Sometimes life feels heavy, and it’s not always easy to name why. You might know exactly what’s going on, or you might just know something needs to change—both are welcome here.
I’m Stephanie, offering in-person therapy in Silverdale for kids (8+), teens, and adults who feel like they’re carrying too much alone. I believe healing happens in relationship—through being seen, understood, and supported in a steady, grounded way.
My hope is to offer a space where you can slow down, reconnect, and begin to feel more like yourself again.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Clinical Addiction Specialist Associate, I believe that mental health care is essential for creating balance, resilience, and well-being. Reaching out for support can be a difficult first step, and I want to recognize the courage it takes to begin this journey. I have extensive experience working with adults of all backgrounds, supporting those navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, relationship challenges, homelessness, and substance use.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Clinical Addiction Specialist Associate, I believe that mental health care is essential for creating balance, resilience, and well-being. Reaching out for support can be a difficult first step, and I want to recognize the courage it takes to begin this journey. I have extensive experience working with adults of all backgrounds, supporting those navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, relationship challenges, homelessness, and substance use.
Life can be challenging for young people navigating family or relationship stress, school difficulties, loss, or other significant life changes. I provide a safe, supportive space where children and teens can slow down, make sense of their emotions, and feel truly heard.
My approach is trauma-informed, relational, and strengths-based. Together, we build trust, develop healthy coping skills, and explore ways to navigate difficult feelings and experiences. I believe healing happens through connection, and I strive to be a steady, caring presence while helping young people identify safe, supportive people in their lives.
Life can be challenging for young people navigating family or relationship stress, school difficulties, loss, or other significant life changes. I provide a safe, supportive space where children and teens can slow down, make sense of their emotions, and feel truly heard.
My approach is trauma-informed, relational, and strengths-based. Together, we build trust, develop healthy coping skills, and explore ways to navigate difficult feelings and experiences. I believe healing happens through connection, and I strive to be a steady, caring presence while helping young people identify safe, supportive people in their lives.
I practice with a brief therapy and solution focused approach that explores your resiliency and promotes self discovery. I am skilled in Solution-Focused, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Conflict Resolution and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. I utilize a Motivational Interviewing approach and supportive humor to help you better understand any barriers that might be limiting your desired outcomes.
I practice with a brief therapy and solution focused approach that explores your resiliency and promotes self discovery. I am skilled in Solution-Focused, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Conflict Resolution and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. I utilize a Motivational Interviewing approach and supportive humor to help you better understand any barriers that might be limiting your desired outcomes.
If you are struggling with a relationship, familial issues, a difficult life transition, or just struggling to get through the day-to-day then it is a good time to ask for help.I believe that it is never too late to start counseling and that counseling is a unique experience for everyone.Some people might go to counseling weekly for years, some might go to sessions weekly for 6 months and then transition to biweekly, some might be going to counseling for the first time, and some might be looking for a new counselor.All these experiences are valid, and my goal is to help you figure out what works for you and what you want to achieve.
If you are struggling with a relationship, familial issues, a difficult life transition, or just struggling to get through the day-to-day then it is a good time to ask for help.I believe that it is never too late to start counseling and that counseling is a unique experience for everyone.Some people might go to counseling weekly for years, some might go to sessions weekly for 6 months and then transition to biweekly, some might be going to counseling for the first time, and some might be looking for a new counselor.All these experiences are valid, and my goal is to help you figure out what works for you and what you want to achieve.
I often work from an Internal Family Systems and Somatic approach, utilizing EMDR, Mindfulness, and ACT.
The journey to parenthood is often bittersweet. Society tells us that becoming a parent will be a natural, seamless process filled with joyous moments. Unfortunately, this is often not the reality. Many individuals face a range of challenges, such as infertility, pregnancy loss, loss of identity, and perinatal depression and anxiety. I recognize and acknowledge that this can be a difficult time, and I am here to support you regardless of where you are in your journey. My focus is providing a safe space, exploring coping tools and offering strength-based solutions that can help restore your emotional well-being.
I often work from an Internal Family Systems and Somatic approach, utilizing EMDR, Mindfulness, and ACT.
The journey to parenthood is often bittersweet. Society tells us that becoming a parent will be a natural, seamless process filled with joyous moments. Unfortunately, this is often not the reality. Many individuals face a range of challenges, such as infertility, pregnancy loss, loss of identity, and perinatal depression and anxiety. I recognize and acknowledge that this can be a difficult time, and I am here to support you regardless of where you are in your journey. My focus is providing a safe space, exploring coping tools and offering strength-based solutions that can help restore your emotional well-being.
As a trauma-focused, EMDR-trained therapist, I offer a supportive and collaborative space for individuals navigating the impact of trauma, anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges. My work is rooted in compassion, curiosity, and the belief that each person has the capacity to heal, reconnect with themselves, and build the life they deserve. I support clients in progressing at a pace that aligns with their sense of safety, readiness, and personal agency.
As a trauma-focused, EMDR-trained therapist, I offer a supportive and collaborative space for individuals navigating the impact of trauma, anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges. My work is rooted in compassion, curiosity, and the belief that each person has the capacity to heal, reconnect with themselves, and build the life they deserve. I support clients in progressing at a pace that aligns with their sense of safety, readiness, and personal agency.
We all need support throughout our lives, and you may be looking for an additional resource to help you process lived experiences, problem-solve, or understand yourself in a deeper way. You may be struggling with anxiety, the challenges of caregiving, work stress and burnout, relationship challenges, or working through grief, loss, or bereavement. You want to engage in healthy coping skills and develop self-care habits to better support the vision you have for your life.
We all need support throughout our lives, and you may be looking for an additional resource to help you process lived experiences, problem-solve, or understand yourself in a deeper way. You may be struggling with anxiety, the challenges of caregiving, work stress and burnout, relationship challenges, or working through grief, loss, or bereavement. You want to engage in healthy coping skills and develop self-care habits to better support the vision you have for your life.
I'm an exclusively virtual solution-focused (SFBT) therapist with the Rising Phoenix Wellness Center and specialize in disordered eating and eating disorders (I promise, there is a difference). If you are looking for a real therapeutic partnership to help you on your journey to healing your relationship with food and your body, I hope you will reach out and see if we would be a good fit.
I'm an exclusively virtual solution-focused (SFBT) therapist with the Rising Phoenix Wellness Center and specialize in disordered eating and eating disorders (I promise, there is a difference). If you are looking for a real therapeutic partnership to help you on your journey to healing your relationship with food and your body, I hope you will reach out and see if we would be a good fit.
I draw from SE, ACT, and DBT to provide tangible skills to support my clients.
Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unmotivated? Like something's off that you can't quite put your finger on? Maybe a recent stressor has left you spiraling or something from your past won't stay buried and you are looking for relief from the weight of your emotions. Therapy can be a refuge where you can feel safe to be vulnerable, fully seen, and heard. Beginning counseling is a courageous step towards growth and healing. A journey that you don't have to go on alone. Together we will create a safe space to explore what is holding you back and what you need to move forward with greater confidence and purpose.
I draw from SE, ACT, and DBT to provide tangible skills to support my clients.
Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unmotivated? Like something's off that you can't quite put your finger on? Maybe a recent stressor has left you spiraling or something from your past won't stay buried and you are looking for relief from the weight of your emotions. Therapy can be a refuge where you can feel safe to be vulnerable, fully seen, and heard. Beginning counseling is a courageous step towards growth and healing. A journey that you don't have to go on alone. Together we will create a safe space to explore what is holding you back and what you need to move forward with greater confidence and purpose.
At Within Counseling, I offer holistic mental health care rooted in empirically supported treatment, client-centered care, and the recognition of the individual’s unique human experience. I encourage you to openly and freely express yourself, without judgment. We work collaboratively to identify your areas of needed growth and create a plan to help you obtain wellness in all areas of your life. Together we create knowledge, understanding, and awareness of who you are and who you want to be. Through conversation, skill development, and genuine, intentional listening, your therapeutic goals will come to fruition.
At Within Counseling, I offer holistic mental health care rooted in empirically supported treatment, client-centered care, and the recognition of the individual’s unique human experience. I encourage you to openly and freely express yourself, without judgment. We work collaboratively to identify your areas of needed growth and create a plan to help you obtain wellness in all areas of your life. Together we create knowledge, understanding, and awareness of who you are and who you want to be. Through conversation, skill development, and genuine, intentional listening, your therapeutic goals will come to fruition.
Every client’s story is unique, and so is their path to healing. It is not about imposing a rigid framework but about meeting clients where they are. Whether someone is navigating anxiety, grief, trauma, or life transitions. My role is to provide guidance, and to support their goals. The therapy process is tailored to the client’s unique needs and goals. Therapy is not about achieving perfection but about growing, learning, and finding peace in the process. Walking this path together, my hope is that clients will discover their inner strength, deepen their self-awareness, and unlock their potential for a life that feels meaningful.
Every client’s story is unique, and so is their path to healing. It is not about imposing a rigid framework but about meeting clients where they are. Whether someone is navigating anxiety, grief, trauma, or life transitions. My role is to provide guidance, and to support their goals. The therapy process is tailored to the client’s unique needs and goals. Therapy is not about achieving perfection but about growing, learning, and finding peace in the process. Walking this path together, my hope is that clients will discover their inner strength, deepen their self-awareness, and unlock their potential for a life that feels meaningful.
Taking the first step toward therapy can feel overwhelming, but it's also incredibly brave. I understand that opening up takes time, and I'm here to offer a safe, supportive space where you can move at your own pace.
My approach is intentionally organic and deeply client-centered. I meet you where you are and trust that healing unfolds best when guided by your needs, insights, and readiness rather than a rigid plan. Together, we'll explore what's present in your life, build self-awareness, and strengthen emotional balance while honoring your unique story and inner wisdom.
Taking the first step toward therapy can feel overwhelming, but it's also incredibly brave. I understand that opening up takes time, and I'm here to offer a safe, supportive space where you can move at your own pace.
My approach is intentionally organic and deeply client-centered. I meet you where you are and trust that healing unfolds best when guided by your needs, insights, and readiness rather than a rigid plan. Together, we'll explore what's present in your life, build self-awareness, and strengthen emotional balance while honoring your unique story and inner wisdom.
Relationships can be challenging at times, leaving us feeling overwhelmed and disconnected. Without the right support, it’s easy to feel stuck, unsure how to move forward, or disconnected from yourself and the people who matter most. I create a welcoming, grounded space where clients can untangle their struggles, build inner strength, and foster more authentic, meaningful relationships with themselves and their loved ones.
Relationships can be challenging at times, leaving us feeling overwhelmed and disconnected. Without the right support, it’s easy to feel stuck, unsure how to move forward, or disconnected from yourself and the people who matter most. I create a welcoming, grounded space where clients can untangle their struggles, build inner strength, and foster more authentic, meaningful relationships with themselves and their loved ones.
Glyn Deputy, M.Ed, LMHC, brings a keen awareness of both the necessities and subtleties of surviving our human condition and reaching one’s full potential, particularly when clients are experiencing significant life transitions (e.g., separation, divorce, parent child conflicts, etc.), as well as clinical experience spanning the past 20 years. Glyn has worked with generational family issues in rural and frontier communities, has assisted youth and young adults with many types of disability in pursuing higher education, and has gained exceptional skills in dual diagnosis treatment – both individually and in the family system.
Glyn Deputy, M.Ed, LMHC, brings a keen awareness of both the necessities and subtleties of surviving our human condition and reaching one’s full potential, particularly when clients are experiencing significant life transitions (e.g., separation, divorce, parent child conflicts, etc.), as well as clinical experience spanning the past 20 years. Glyn has worked with generational family issues in rural and frontier communities, has assisted youth and young adults with many types of disability in pursuing higher education, and has gained exceptional skills in dual diagnosis treatment – both individually and in the family system.
Do you struggle with the messiness of being human? Do you want to embrace your own story, live authentically, and develop more self-compassion? Life can be really hard! I strive to create an environment for clients to explore their emotions and experiences in a safe, warm, and compassionate space. Some of the areas I support clients in are anxiety, navigating relationships, processing emotions, traumatic experiences, managing stress and conflict, and depression. I work with teenagers, as well as adults.
Do you struggle with the messiness of being human? Do you want to embrace your own story, live authentically, and develop more self-compassion? Life can be really hard! I strive to create an environment for clients to explore their emotions and experiences in a safe, warm, and compassionate space. Some of the areas I support clients in are anxiety, navigating relationships, processing emotions, traumatic experiences, managing stress and conflict, and depression. I work with teenagers, as well as adults.
Dr. Stacy Kratz is a positive, compassionate, and enthusiastic PhD LCSW with over 15 years of experience at the forefront of therapy. She specializes in helping clients aged 13 and older develop effective life strategies and achieve relationship success. With deep empathy, Dr. Kratz supports her patients in setting goals and creating actionable plans for personal growth. She employs evidence-based, personalized treatments, focusing on compassionate care, genuine positive regard, hope, and humor. Dr. Kratz believes that a strong therapeutic relationship, combined with cutting-edge approaches, is key to successful treatment.
Dr. Stacy Kratz is a positive, compassionate, and enthusiastic PhD LCSW with over 15 years of experience at the forefront of therapy. She specializes in helping clients aged 13 and older develop effective life strategies and achieve relationship success. With deep empathy, Dr. Kratz supports her patients in setting goals and creating actionable plans for personal growth. She employs evidence-based, personalized treatments, focusing on compassionate care, genuine positive regard, hope, and humor. Dr. Kratz believes that a strong therapeutic relationship, combined with cutting-edge approaches, is key to successful treatment.
Life doesn't always slow down when we need it to most, and reaching out for support takes real strength. I work with adults (18+) navigating a wide range of concerns, from anxiety and life transitions to self-discovery and finding greater balance. Because no two people are alike, I take an integrative, collaborative approach (drawing from humanistic therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness practices, and more) so that our work together is shaped around you, and not a generic template.
Life doesn't always slow down when we need it to most, and reaching out for support takes real strength. I work with adults (18+) navigating a wide range of concerns, from anxiety and life transitions to self-discovery and finding greater balance. Because no two people are alike, I take an integrative, collaborative approach (drawing from humanistic therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness practices, and more) so that our work together is shaped around you, and not a generic template.
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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.