Therapists in University Place, WA

We each have the ability to adapt, overcome adversity, feel joy and sorrow, love, and reach our highest potential. Stressful life events, trauma, loss, conflicts, illness, and transitions can overwhelm our ability to cope. Healing becomes blocked. We become stuck. We protect and defend ourselves to avoid ever feeling that pain again. Solutions that once worked become part of the problem. When the traumatic wound is triggered, we experience intense emotion and distorted ways of thinking. In therapy, we journey together to uncover and remove the blocks to healing, transforming pain and loss into meaning, awareness, and choice.

Welcome! So happy you are here. I know how hard it is to take the first step in seeking help for yourself. My name is Rachel Gilchrist and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate. I use a variety of techniques in my counseling practice, and work to find the best fit for each individual client. Providing a safe and supportive environment for clients to work toward healing and wholeness is a priority for me. I work from a strengths based perspective, recognizing the strengths that a person has already developed and using that as a starting point for change and growth.

No matter what a person is put through in life, the power to transform is infinite.

We are accepting new clients. My name is Zane Tschida. I believe relational dynamics, emotional suppression, and our mental framework lie at the root of most problems. Life can be a chaotic journey, leaving us with nowhere to go with all of our turmoil. I want to help you create a space where I can sit with you in your pain. I utilize an Emotion-Focused lens with couples, a relational/systemic approach with families, and Dialectical Behavior therapy with individuals.

Let's imagine that therapy is like tending to your life as you would a garden. Together we'll discover what of the garden you'd like to keep, let go of, and grow. My primary focus is to create an inviting space between us to allow this work to begin and flourish. As a therapist I am gentle, warm, and playful; I am good at putting folks at ease even as we explore hard things. We'll laugh, dive deep when you're ready, and where appropriate, I offer practical tools and insights. I am particularly knowledgeable in the areas of ADHD/autism, narcissistic abuse, and queer identity.

I love helping my clients move from struggling to thriving. My primary specialities are Bipolar Disorder, supporting those with Chronic Health concerns, and Maternal Mental Health (pregnancy, postpartum, infertility, PMADs, pregnancy and infant loss, and adjustment to parenting). I also see clients for anxiety, depression, and those with chronic health concerns. I am accepting clients for telehealth in Washington State on a limited basis. If you are looking for someone who is both empathetic and direct, I might be a great fit for you. See my website for further details details.

This being human thing is tricky, isn’t it? At times we all feel a bit lost and alone, overwhelmed, regretful of the past, or fearful of the future. Perhaps you see yourself trying to do everything “right” in order to get to where you want to be or think you’re supposed to be, only to find yourself not making much progress or getting stuck in the same place? Or maybe at this point you’re not even sure anymore what the “right” thing is or where to go from here? I too have experienced this place of frustration. Change is possible and can bring more clarity, healing, connection, strength, calm, and joy!

There are many reasons that you may be seeking counseling, from feeling stuck in worsening anxiety or depression, patterns of unhealthy relationships, current or past trauma, or you need a counselor to walk alongside you in the midst of a challenging life season. For whatever reason you are seeking a counselor, I’m so thankful that you are looking for a safe place to process the many challenges in life. I believe it is vastly important to find a counselor with whom you connect and can build trust. I would love the opportunity to work with you.

Hello. I recently returned to the 9to5 world. My practice is now quite small. I do not have any current openings.

As an LICSW, I believe it is important to decolonize mental healthcare, reduce harm, and create healing. Trauma, loss, life transitions of all sorts, relationships issues, all of these and more can cause depression, anxiety, and real doubts about our next steps or where to turn in times of pain. I believe that therapy is one of the best tools for self-exploration and healing. My goal is to cultivate a strong, safe therapeutic bond such that we can safely discuss challenges in your life.

As a clinician, I believe that the therapeutic process is a collaborative one. You are the expert of your own life and experiences. Because of this, I believe that your therapy experience should be tailored to you and your needs. I specialize in working with individuals in relationships that don’t feel fulfilling or who struggle with feelings of depression, anxiety, disconnection from thoughts and emotions, low self-esteem, boundary setting, and grief.

I have been a mental health counselor since 2014 when my career began in the community mental health sector. The bulk of this time was spent working within the Child and Family Department, however I was fortunate enough to have opportunities to work with adults and couples as well. For those interested in LMHC supervision, I am a licensed supervisor as well with 3 years of supervisory experience. At this time I welcome the opportunity to work with those age 14 to mid adulthood in an individual capacity, for couples work, or family therapy. Also available for LMHC supervision and consultation.

Currently Accepting new patients! I enjoy helping men and women ages 17 and above who desire to take an active role in improving their mental health, relationships, coping skills, and overall quality of life. I like to offer a straightforward, directive, yet empathetic approach to solving problems, identifying issues, and moving towards change and healing. I can offer a Christian faith-based approach to counseling, however I am available to patients of all beliefs. Please reach out via email for an intake appointment!

We are wired for relationship. It shapes us into who we are -- for better or for worse -- and yet also offers the healing we desperately desire. As your counselor, I am committed to you and to fostering an authentic, genuine relationship that allows for such healing to begin.

Accepting new patients for telehealth sessions! I currently offer counseling to adolescents from age 12-17- Hafa Adai! (Hello) I have a heart for working with children, teens and families and strive to offer support during difficult times. I have ample experience working with family systems, trauma, play therapy and helping children and teens gain the coping skills they need to heal, grow and mature. I naturally offer an empathetic and non-judgemental space for young adults to understand their emotions, needs, relationships, and selves to better navigate the world we live in with confidence and stability.

Are you struggling with your past that may be coming up in your present? Are you dealing with a toxic relationship that makes you feel stuck? Navigating your healing journey can be lonely, but I am here to walk beside and guide you. You are not alone. I am a black female veteran therapist who dedicates her time and space to all. Everyone is welcome—adults in various life transitions, couples, and families working through conflict, trauma survivors, teens working through changes, adults working through issues related to generational trauma and childhood trauma, and domestic violence survivors.

Are you wanting to understand who you are and your purpose in life? Looking to reach your fullest potential? If issues like being sad, nervous and feeling bad about yourself are getting in the way of your healing, then you are in the right place! You might be looking to grow your life skills and explore new ways of interpreting the world around you and I am here to support you every step of the way. My clients get to experience a therapist who views them in their entirety - ethnicity, identity and culture, as we explore how their life experiences are impacting them today.

Integrated Therapy Services (ITS) is dedicated to serving our community by supporting individuals, couples, and families through their lifelong journey of emotional growth and personal development. Our providers come together from the fields of Marriage and Family Therapy, Social Work, and Mental Health Counseling to provide the highest quality mental health services based in the most advance research in a warm and inviting environment. We deliver innovative and personalized treatment with compassion and care. Telehealth or in-person available.

Welcome! A good fit is the most important thing in counseling. Positive and sustainable change can happen only when safety is experienced. I am a licensed psychologist and an authentic person. I strive to be present and to listen to you in session. Psychotherapy is developed individually in a safe, supportive, empowering way, in a collaborative environment, and at a pace that feels safe and supportive to you. Assessment services are also offered, including personality, brief cognitive, ADHD/ADD, and disability. Please review my website for additional information (www.drmichaelrogers.com).