LifeWise Therapists in Vancouver, WA

Anxiety, depression, relationship issues, obsessive thoughts/behaviors…you may feel that something isn't working or doesn’t fit, or perhaps you are missing something you want (better communication, feeling heard, understanding). Perhaps you haven't found a solution to manage things quite the way you want. My goal is to help increase awareness and insight, working with you to understand what is going on now, its impact, and support efforts toward your goal to improve relationships, develop skills, resolve conflicts, increase self-esteem, heal, and grow. Therapy can offer wonderful opportunities to move toward the change you seek.

We are a group of dynamic therapists, in multiple Washington state locations. Our goal was to create a place for you to settle in and tell your story. Everybody has one, and we want to hear yours. Counseling is a process that encourages you to examine your choices, your thoughts, your dreams, your barriers and your pain in an effort to create the positive change you are seeking in your life. We believe that successful counseling is a collaborative experience between you and your therapist; that finding the right fit is vital to that success.

I am passionate about counseling and believe it is a sacred privilege to be a part of anyone's healing journey. I believe in empowering people to find healing and strength to move forward in a way that fits wherever they may be in the process. Rather than trying to have all of the answers, I prefer to partner with clients in their own exploration and growth.

ONLINE SESSIONS AVAILABLE FOR ANYONE LIVING IN WASHINGTON STATE. You're overwhelmed by your stress & anxiety, and frankly by emotions in general. People may tell you that you are too sensitive, and you believe them. You hate that you feel so much all of the time. To protect yourself you work hard to "be normal." You try to keep your emotions in check by numbing, or over-doing, or holding yourself back, or isolating. What you don't know, yet, is your sensitivity is your unique gift. Sensitivity is a trait that is lacking in our world right now, which is why learning to embrace both sides of your sensitivity is so important.

Through my personal life experiences, I have acquired a deeper understanding of the honor that comes from learning more about ourselves in order to intentionally mold our futures. With a combination of therapy and continued practice outside of our sessions, my goal with you is to promote self awareness, self acceptance and self confidence. We’ll work together to increase mental clarity when disruptive situations occur and improve your quality of life altogether.

I believe we are all born with good intentions and infinite possibilities but that sometimes, life can knock us off our path. Despite what tragic events occur during our lifetime, we are driven towards resiliency, however this can be where we get stuck: what we used to do, or are doing, doesn't work anymore - we need to find a different way. As a seasoned clinician and Certified EMDR therapist, I will provide you with a safe and empathetic environment for you to tell your story, I will actively participate in your treatment, teach you coping skills, and gently challenge you when needed.

Accepting Clients: No matter what you have experienced or where you’ve come from, you will find that you feel heard, seen, and understood in counseling with me. You, your child, and your family are all unique, and I provide a space in which uniqueness is celebrated and identified to further emphasize your areas of strength. Sometimes life makes us feel buried and we may not know how to find our way out. However, each of us possesses an amazing potential for resilience, healing, and growth. I offer a compassionate and authentic space where we can identify life’s challenges and stressors together. You do not have to do this alone.

I strive to provide an open and inclusive space for folks to explore who they are and any challenges within their world. This exploration can be difficult, which is why I hope having a support to guide you in this process will create a sense of safety and foster growth. Together we can work on things like coping skills, exploring trauma, interpersonal conflict, radical self-acceptance and more.

Immediate openings available! I believe the client is the expert on their experience, so I work to promote a collaborative and nonjudgmental environment that supports the exploration of solutions to hardships.

Dr. William L. Thorbecke is a clinical psychologist working in private practice in both Vancouver, Washington and Portland Oregon. Dr. Thorbecke has many years experience treating adults, children, adolescents, couples, and families. Anxiety and depression issues are Dr. Thorbecke's primary focus, interpersonal family and couples issues, recovery from trauma, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder evaluation and treatment, adoption bonding and attachment, conflict resolution, separation, and divorce are all areas of his expertise. Treatment modalities include individual psychotherapy, family therapy, couples therapy, telemedicine, assessment, and consultation.

I am working primarily with ADHD & Autism Spectrum evaluations with people who are in the age range from 9 through senior adults. I am taking limited therapy patients at this time. Due to increased demand, please expect to be wait-listed if you are seeking therapy. No waits for evaluations.

For many years I struggled with shame and doubt about who I was, often feeling lost and hopeless. I would exercise my feelings through control or passivity in relations with others. It wasn't until I received help from a counselor that I started my journey of healing that lead to my discovery of an authentic self who could practice healthy relationships, acceptance, love, and feel worthy from the inside out. At that point I chose to become a Counselor so as to assist others in their journeys of self discovery.