Therapists in North End, Tacoma, WA

There are universal experiences that can cause us to question everything we have learned about who we are within ourselves and in connection to others. It’s in these times it can be difficult to meet life on life’s terms; when looking on the bright side, persistence and grit no longer get us through the day. This has been especially true this past couple of years. The most profound change being our ability to be connected to each other and having shared experiences to look forward to.

As a therapist, it is my mission to help you live a joyful, vibrant life, even if you are facing life circumstances or mental health issues that are less than ideal. I specialize in helping individuals and couples, and have experience helping with compulsive sexual behavior, ADHD/ADD, depression, OCD, anxiety, and/or PTSD resulting from abusive situations. I also help couples who feel as though they no longer "connect" or who don't feel as close as they once felt. I believe you have the strength to reach your goals, and lead a joyful life.

For real... I love working with people experiencing relationship problems, depression, anxiety and traumatic experiences that are holding them back. Why? Because I see those things get better everyday and that's awesome. Deeper connection, peace, fulfillment, creating a life you love, all possible. Counseling can make an enormous difference when facing adversity. It awakens courage and enhances wisdom, allowing more ease and intimacy. I am nurturing as well as direct, trusting in your ability to change. I want to work with people who are ready to roll up there sleeves, break painful patterns, and begin healing.

I am currently accepting patients seeking trauma-informed therapy through EMDR or CPT. I have a diverse background helping adults improve their ability to manage challenges life has thrown their way. Maybe you are struggling with relationships or experiencing difficulty managing stressors and thoughts that impact your daily life. Together we can work to make tackling life's curveballs more manageable. You can schedule with me directly at headway.co/providers/brook-gillaspie.

Are you frustrated with your relationship? Do you feel distant from your partner? Is the sex not going so well? Couples Counseling and sex therapy can help you move past barriers and teach you new skills that will enhance your relationship and improve sex life. Together, we can process concerns and work towards creating realistic and sustainable change. My clients include individuals, couples, and other relationship structures.

Pride Counseling NW provides therapy for couples, individuals, and families of ALL kinds. If you're feeling powerless in the face of your problems, unhappy in your relationships, and "stuck" in your life, we'd like to help. Let's talk about what you're good at. Let's talk about what you want. Let's talk about how to get there.

Do you feel overwhelmed and stressed? Or maybe you find each day a battle to get out of bed and check things off your to do list? You might not feel like your usual self and don’t know why. Maybe you find yourself struggling with relationships in your life, wondering how to change things but unsure which direction to take.

Do you feel overwhelmed, by the state of the world, the endless bombardment of one felt catastrophe after another in addition to all you already do each day? It can be easy to get lost in the monotony of the day to day and lose track of WHO we are. Life can also become overwhelming and even the smallest tasks feel insurmountable. In therapy we take the complexities all around and seek transformation.

If you are hurting: sad, depressed, stressed, anxious, scared, then please know that you don't have to go through your current life challenges alone. As a psychotherapist for 35+ years and a master certified grief coach, I've helped thousands of people move out of emotional pain and toward happier lives. If you're ready for growth and transformation, I can help you create the kind of life you want. LGBTQ experienced. Virtual appointments only. Teletherapy appointments for Washington residents. Coaching for people outside of WA.

To quote Mariah Carey, “Love takes time.” I am a relational therapist, which means our working relationship and your relationships with others are incredibly important to me. Building relationships takes time and trust. Perhaps you have some life experiences that cause you to distrust others and maybe even distrust yourself. Maybe you're feeling anxious or depressed. I want to work with you to heal old hurts, understand current experiences, and help you learn to live and love fully. Reliving the past can be painful, but there is knowledge to gain from it. And maybe, in time, more love for yourself.

When our old methods of coping with life's difficulties no longer work, we can find ourselves stuck - in depression, with anxiety, feeling worthless, maybe afraid to even reach out for help. Talking with someone who can assist you in discovering what went wrong and how to heal from it could be invaluable. Each person is unique and has a story to tell. I'll want to hear your story. I strive to provide everyone with a non-judgmental, empathic atmosphere in which you can feel safe to express any experience however painful or shameful it may feel.

I focus on trauma work by creating a safe space for healthy healing. As a holistic practitioner, I believe in treating the body, mind, and spirit as one unit. My approach to healing is compassionate and tailored to each individual's needs. I want to help you achieve optimal growth, health, and wellness in all areas of your life. That's why I offer a range of services that focus on healing the root causes of your health concerns.

Do you feel out of control? Are you searching for answers? Ever wonder why every day seems hard to get through? Overwhelmed by the smallest things? Wonder why you haven't accomplished what you know you can? I will work with you to create new ways of handling challenges in your daily life. My training, compassion, life experience, and insight offer you a unique opportunity to get started right now on realizing your full potential. PLEASE TEXT to schedule your appointment.

My Mission: To guide people - to sense their connection to the heart-mind, to rediscover their inner power by establishing present moment awareness and learning how to create more freedom from emotional pain through the application of the psychotherapeutic process, compassionate listening, and, if applicable, spiritual practices such as Yoga therapy.

I provide a supportive environment for individuals and couples to practice skills designed to enhance personal, relational, and professional satisfaction. My office is a safe confidential place to process life. I help individuals manage mental health and reduce need for prescriptions by incorporating research based practices. Learning tools to reduce anxiety, depression and PTSD due to trauma. Additionally, I am familiar with the challenges of military families and first responders. The unique cultural challenges of these groups and how therapy can help normalize and reduce mental distress for families and individuals.

I meet clients where the are at in their personal process: your needs guide the counseling session. My depth of experience and personal explorations underpin my word as a clinician. My goal is for you to feel heard and understood, which allows you to make positive lasting changes. Conditions treated with success in working with younger to older adults include life dissatisfaction, anxiety, depression, grief, social isolation, relationship concerns, panic attacks, compulsive and addictive behaviors and identity struggles. As well, I have additional training in treating women and their families impacted by postpartum depression.

My specialty is helping clients understand why certain patterns have emerged in their lives. By fully appreciating our unwanted patterns we can gain clarity about how to change them. I believe lasting change comes from an awareness of our beliefs and values coupled with habit change. Some unique issues I work with in addition to the listed concerns are; difficulty relaxing, grief and loss, feeling others' feelings, and perfectionism.

I treat adults (18+) that need support, guidance and insight into their mental health challenges while actively engaging in the work. I work collaboratively with my clients and take a person-centered approach as I believe the therapeutic relationship is a critical component to success in the therapeutic work. Dual engagement in the the therapeutic process leads to clients learning to apply techniques independently and better manage mental health symptoms.

Working from a relational-narrative perspective, I am committed to supporting you in your life journey. If you are feeling unhappy within your relationship, personal experiences or simply feel “stuck”, I’m here to help support you in the pursuit of your preferred way of living. I am passionate about working with individuals experiencing life transitions and couples in any relational stage, offering support to all gender identities and sexual orientations.