Therapists in North End, Tacoma, WA

Do find yourself arguing with your partner when what you really want is closeness? Do you long to feel understood and appreciated, like lovers again? I can help you discover new ways to communicate & get the response you've been wanting from your partner. Let's get you both feeling safe and connected again. We function best when our relationships are secure. No wonder it feels so bad when a primary relationship is strained, & so good when that bond is assured. Let me help you find your way back to feeling good together. What's more vital to happiness than that?

At the core of my treatment philosophy is the belief that families heal when movement occurs and people begin to step out of their comfort zones to unlock their potential and capacity for growth. Often there is underlying pain and/or trauma that needs to be addressed in order for the system to recover and break the cycle. Whether the results of the family dysfunction is abuse, addiction, estrangement, divorce, suicide, broken communication paths, or some other behavior, treatment can provide relief.

I work with my clients to make sense and meaning out of their life experiences. The search for meaning is a powerful tool for dealing with trauma, loss, pain, anxiety and depression. My goal as a therapist is to help my clients make meaning of the moments in life in order to live a reach and meaningful life.

Ammanfil (Pronounced Aw-Min-Phil) is passionate about trauma & Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder work, mindfulness, and pushing back against toxic shame narratives that may keep us stuck. Ammanfil has experience working alongside a wide range of clients of intersectional identities and enjoys working with college students, Millennials, and Gen Z's in identity exploration, developing skills, strengthening motivation, and overcoming barriers to cultivate meaningful lives. Ammanfil incorporates psycho-education, feedback, and homework as a part of care.

I specialize in treating complex trauma, bipolar, body positive, perinatal trauma and supporting the LGBTQ+ community and ENM/polyamorous community. My approach to counseling is person-centered, collaborative and strength-based. Using a trauma-informed approach and working from a social justice lens, I provide non-judgmental, affirming counseling to support you on your journey towards thriving. I am a certified EMDR therapist and I am passionate about using this technique to help people heal.

I deeply value my connection with my clients, and I strive to create relationships, and an environment, that are client-centered and free of judgment. I approach our sessions with curiosity; a belief in your worthiness and capacity to flourish; and confidence that you are capable and deserving of healing and change. Together we will explore the experiences you are finding troubling or ways you are trying to understand yourself better.

Hello, and thank you for making the first step to finding assistance with your struggles. I am a Licensed Therapist, providing therapy throughout the state of Washington. I have worked many years, in the psychiatric field, and as a therapist, working with a myriad of populations. I enjoy helping people adjust to many of life's difficult transitions. Family issues, lifespan issues, chronic conditions, PTSD, trauma, LBGTQ friendly- esp interested in working with transgendered populations, Psychiatric issues.. Let's work together to solve your struggles.

Everyone has a unique story to tell. Sometimes the story is full of joy and laughter and sometimes it has challenges and heartbreak. For most of us, it falls somewhere in between. By taking the time to share and understand your story, you are given the opportunity to understand how your past shapes your current existence and how past relationships inevitably impact current ones. By understanding and owning your story, you give yourself the opportunity to choose how you want to go forward. One's past does not have to define one's future.

Openings 10/2023! Is anxiety, procrastination and self-doubt keeping you stuck and unfulfilled? Would you prefer to have more joy, better relationships and be reaching goals? Together we can uncover the barriers to living this more joyous life. I can help you interrupt these negative patterns and become healthier and happier. I provide a caring, unjudgmental and direct approach which is tailored to your needs specifically. I want you to feel proud of yourself and we can make that happen. I also offer walk and talk which combines exercise, talk therapy and outdoor therapy. Get steps and get moving on an improved life.

My philosophy is to help people move through difficult periods of their lives, find hidden strengths, new skills, and happiness. I hope to identify with you what patterns of behaviors, life choices, and beliefs that may not be supporting the life you want to live and work towards designing new patterns, beliefs, and choices. The goal of counseling is to create lasting changes, that allows you to live according to your own values, hopes and dreams.  I utilize a strengths based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Existential Therapy approach. I prefer to use methods and techniques that best fit the client’s unique needs.

Choose from our counselors. See: www.ffctacoma.com. What's not working? What's painful enough that you'd like some help sorting through it? Family Foundations providers specialize in managing difficult circumstances and developing successful relationships with yourself and the important people in your life: significant-other, family, friends, peers, & co-workers. Please visit our website to learn more. We work with children, individuals, couples, and families. Together we'll learn and work toward ways to improve your life and relationships. See a list of providers by clicking on the website tab to the left.

The Confidential Associates staff is highly experienced (over 60 years combined experience) and extensively trained. We stay current with the latest research/evidence-based treatments for such patient concerns as: Depression, Anxiety, Relationship Issues, Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, Pre-Marriage Counseling, Communication Problems, Chemical Dependency, Anger, Stress, Self-Esteem, LGBT, Work Stress, Bereavement, Trauma, and Child/Adolescent Behavior Problems. To promote positive changes, we utilize a combination of interview, direction, and education to create a sense of trust and respect. This approach has been found to increase efficiency of the counseling process, which saves treatment time and costs.

My approach to counseling is friendly, open and gentle. Together we will explore and discover beliefs and emotions that are keeping you stuck, anxious, sad, angry or fearful. Awareness arising from this journey begins a natural internal re-modeling process that results in a sense of connection with your true Self and your own inner wisdom. Space emerges for automatic reactions to become choiceful responses. Overwhelming emotions become manageable and even sources of wisdom. Previously unknown options become apparent, allowing for more focus, clarity and effectiveness in all realms of your life: (physical, emotional mental and spiritual).

Reaching out to another is often a courageous 1st step in initiating beneficial change. Everyone has within them an essential wisdom that can be accessed to grow, heal, & fully develop. By exploring current difficulties & concerns in a supportive environment, my clients and I tailor an approach uniquely suited to addressing their needs. As we attune to essential matters, we discover new ways of seeing life situations, communicating, and responding to them. My practice includes individual & relationship counseling in the context of our keen attachment needs for connection & belonging. Authentic, responsive & engaged caring heals.

Hypnosis is a powerful tool that can transform your life! I've been a WA State Licensed Hypnotherapist and Board Certified Hypnotist for well over thirty years. I have helped thousands of individuals change their lives by connecting them with the power lying dormant within their subconscious mind. My mission is, to listen to you, so that I have a thorough understanding of exactly what your needs are. Then to help you overcome any obstacle that is blocking your well-being, happiness, and success using hypnotherapy. The question most commonly asked is, can I be hypnotized. The answer is always, you already are.

Nearly everyone finds themselves in need of help, support and professional guidance at some time in their lives. If this is such a moment for you, take the first step toward getting the help you need by visiting my website. The specific therapeutic approach depends upon issues to be resolved and the needs of each individual, couple or family. In every case, however, my focus is to acknowledge existing strengths, resources and past solutions. Together, we immediately begin to transform negative thoughts, emotions and behaviors to create change

I help people who are living with the impacts of trauma from their childhood or past or current relationships. When my clients start therapy with me they often feel confused, exhausted and have difficulty making decisions due to years of living in survival mode. Sometimes, they even feel shame about who they are and the choices they are making. When they end therapy with me they feel more clear about their needs, desires and how to get both met. In therapy you can create a future that centers your assets and strengths to build a future that honors your desires and values.

I am a solution-focused therapist with 10 years' experience working with Individuals, Couples, Children/Teens & Families. My initial objective is to stabilize whatever situation has led you to seek support. Once in a position of secure functioning, we will identify, understand, and resolve the underlying issues & barriers inhibiting your goals & objectives. I treat clients at all levels; from intensive, in-depth analysis to building parenting, family or relationship skills. My expertise includes all manner of clients, including Service Members and their Families (TBI, PTSD), Individuals, and all Couples. I have experience supporting children with disabilities (ADHD, Autism).

I have had the privilege of working within the Marriage and Family Therapy field for the past 15 years. I primarily work with couples and adults, but have extensive background in working children, teens, and families. I have experience in helping families and individuals with a variety of concerns, including relationship difficulties, depression, anxiety, ADHD, parenting skills, discipline techniques, attachment, school-related concerns, anger management and other disruptive behavioral issues.