Female Therapists in Washougal, WA
Susan G. Dingle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Washougal, WA 98671
When one door closes but another door isn't yet open, it can get lonely out in that hallway. Maybe a loved one has died, or you've received a diagnosis or you just moved to a new area...Is what you're feeling grief, trauma or culture shock? Or all of the above? How do you find courage, support and strength when you're in this in-between territory? It helps to have someone who's been there listen as you sort it out. Someone who gives you space to discern what you need. Someone who understands your language and can help you recognize and explore new possibilities. Someone who helps you discover who you are now, and who you can become
When one door closes but another door isn't yet open, it can get lonely out in that hallway. Maybe a loved one has died, or you've received a diagnosis or you just moved to a new area...Is what you're feeling grief, trauma or culture shock? Or all of the above? How do you find courage, support and strength when you're in this in-between territory? It helps to have someone who's been there listen as you sort it out. Someone who gives you space to discern what you need. Someone who understands your language and can help you recognize and explore new possibilities. Someone who helps you discover who you are now, and who you can become
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and a Licensed Addictions Counselor in Washington. I have many years experience and my counseling is rooted in a humanistic, person-centered holistic approach within an Interpersonal Psychotherapy that focuses on challenges within relationships. Whether we realize it or not relationships are at the center of who we are as human beings; they encompass our hopes, dreams and future, as well as our biggest challenges, fears and disappointments. My philosophy for therapy is focused on building a compassionate, welcoming, and engaging person-centered therapeutic relationship for each of my clients.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and a Licensed Addictions Counselor in Washington. I have many years experience and my counseling is rooted in a humanistic, person-centered holistic approach within an Interpersonal Psychotherapy that focuses on challenges within relationships. Whether we realize it or not relationships are at the center of who we are as human beings; they encompass our hopes, dreams and future, as well as our biggest challenges, fears and disappointments. My philosophy for therapy is focused on building a compassionate, welcoming, and engaging person-centered therapeutic relationship for each of my clients.
Holli Brice
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
If you are seeking a kind, compassionate presence to walk alongside you on your healing journey, you've come to the right place. I believe that each person who arrives to therapy comes in with a story that matters and deserves to be heard. I see my role as therapist as someone to help you to recognize your ability to heal and help to shine light on the path that leads to your highest good. I am EMDR trained and enjoy using this modality to help others overcome trauma related issues.
If you are seeking a kind, compassionate presence to walk alongside you on your healing journey, you've come to the right place. I believe that each person who arrives to therapy comes in with a story that matters and deserves to be heard. I see my role as therapist as someone to help you to recognize your ability to heal and help to shine light on the path that leads to your highest good. I am EMDR trained and enjoy using this modality to help others overcome trauma related issues.
Body Based Healing & Recovery
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SUDP, SEP
Verified Verified
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Do you struggle with not feeling happy, fulfilled with your life? Do you struggle with depression, anxiety, low self-worth? Do you struggle with fatigue and low energy? Do you have a self-critical voice that tells you you are not good enough,? Does your life look good on the outside but not on the inside? Do you struggle to feel fully present in your work and relationships? My passion in being a therapist is helping people who don’t feel good about themselves and/or their lives. They may struggle with depression, anxiety, low self-confidence, have challenges with addiction(s) and unresolved trauma.
Do you struggle with not feeling happy, fulfilled with your life? Do you struggle with depression, anxiety, low self-worth? Do you struggle with fatigue and low energy? Do you have a self-critical voice that tells you you are not good enough,? Does your life look good on the outside but not on the inside? Do you struggle to feel fully present in your work and relationships? My passion in being a therapist is helping people who don’t feel good about themselves and/or their lives. They may struggle with depression, anxiety, low self-confidence, have challenges with addiction(s) and unresolved trauma.
*CURRENTLY WELCOMING NEW CLIENTS* Are you experiencing distress, anxiety, depression, shame, disconnection, loss, reactivity? Are you experiencing life transitions, seeking meaning, or having trouble In relationships? Are you in recovery from gaslighting, shunning, cults, having trouble finding your place in the world?
*CURRENTLY WELCOMING NEW CLIENTS* Are you experiencing distress, anxiety, depression, shame, disconnection, loss, reactivity? Are you experiencing life transitions, seeking meaning, or having trouble In relationships? Are you in recovery from gaslighting, shunning, cults, having trouble finding your place in the world?
"I'm tired. Tired of living in a relationship that is a lot of work with little reward. I've read books and gone to seminars but nothing changes. I don't want to be miserable, walking on eggshells to avoid fighting. I feel so alone and want the person I once was madly in love with to pay attention to me and look at me with love and admiration. Everywhere I turn there are demands and I just want peace. I can't see past the issues- and sometimes I don't even know what the "issue" is except we are both unhappy."
"I'm tired. Tired of living in a relationship that is a lot of work with little reward. I've read books and gone to seminars but nothing changes. I don't want to be miserable, walking on eggshells to avoid fighting. I feel so alone and want the person I once was madly in love with to pay attention to me and look at me with love and admiration. Everywhere I turn there are demands and I just want peace. I can't see past the issues- and sometimes I don't even know what the "issue" is except we are both unhappy."
Klea Therapy Co., PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, CFSW, CFT™
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I am accepting new clients and have space available in my fall support groups! Welcome to my practice! I understand how daunting it can be to take the first step in seeking help. It's not easy to find a therapist who truly understands you and your needs. I specialize in supporting adults and elders as they navigate through feelings of anxiety, caregiver burnout, chronic illness, depression, financial trauma, life transitions, medical trauma, and menopause symptoms. If you're in Washington State, I offer Telehealth appointments. Book a FREE 15-minute consultation with me to learn how I can help you.
I am accepting new clients and have space available in my fall support groups! Welcome to my practice! I understand how daunting it can be to take the first step in seeking help. It's not easy to find a therapist who truly understands you and your needs. I specialize in supporting adults and elders as they navigate through feelings of anxiety, caregiver burnout, chronic illness, depression, financial trauma, life transitions, medical trauma, and menopause symptoms. If you're in Washington State, I offer Telehealth appointments. Book a FREE 15-minute consultation with me to learn how I can help you.
I am currently seeing women 25 and up.
I am passionate about utilizing a variety of clinical modalities - Somatic Therapy (body-mind connection); Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT); Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT); Internal Family Systems (IFS); Narrative Therapy; Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT); Expressive Therapies (virtual sandtray, projective photography, and dream journaling).
I am currently seeing women 25 and up.
I am passionate about utilizing a variety of clinical modalities - Somatic Therapy (body-mind connection); Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT); Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT); Internal Family Systems (IFS); Narrative Therapy; Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT); Expressive Therapies (virtual sandtray, projective photography, and dream journaling).
***ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS*** I specialize in working with children and parents. Using an integrative approach to meet your needs, we may include family therapy, parent coaching, directive and non-directive client-centered counseling methods. I hear from parents all the time about their struggle to know how to support their child during difficult times. Let's face it, what works for one child may not work for another. I'm passionate about cracking the code using playful strategies to help kids/families who are struggling with anxiety, depression, life events, and relationship challenges.
***ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS*** I specialize in working with children and parents. Using an integrative approach to meet your needs, we may include family therapy, parent coaching, directive and non-directive client-centered counseling methods. I hear from parents all the time about their struggle to know how to support their child during difficult times. Let's face it, what works for one child may not work for another. I'm passionate about cracking the code using playful strategies to help kids/families who are struggling with anxiety, depression, life events, and relationship challenges.
How are you doing? (No, really.) Maybe there hasn’t been a lot of space for you to know what you’re feeling or maybe to feel it all is too overwhelming. Perhaps you’ve had a recent life transition that’s left you scrambled, or maybe things have been feeling stuck for a while. It might be that you’ve been working tirelessly to be a “better version” of yourself and when you determine you’ve fallen short, you find yourself with an inner critic that blames, criticizes, or belittles you. If this sounds familiar, let’s talk!
How are you doing? (No, really.) Maybe there hasn’t been a lot of space for you to know what you’re feeling or maybe to feel it all is too overwhelming. Perhaps you’ve had a recent life transition that’s left you scrambled, or maybe things have been feeling stuck for a while. It might be that you’ve been working tirelessly to be a “better version” of yourself and when you determine you’ve fallen short, you find yourself with an inner critic that blames, criticizes, or belittles you. If this sounds familiar, let’s talk!
Patricia Myers, a Certified Mental Health Therapist (CMHT) and a Certified Sex Addiction Counselor (CSAT), specializes in helping individuals, families and couples struggling with compulsive sex and love behaviors, trauma, grief, and life transitions. With a compassionate, non-judgmental approach, Patty offers individual, family, couples, and group counseling to support your journey toward healing and growth. She is dedicated to creating a safe space built on empathy and trust, helping clients navigate difficult emotions and create lasting positive change. Healing is possible—take the first step today.
Patricia Myers, a Certified Mental Health Therapist (CMHT) and a Certified Sex Addiction Counselor (CSAT), specializes in helping individuals, families and couples struggling with compulsive sex and love behaviors, trauma, grief, and life transitions. With a compassionate, non-judgmental approach, Patty offers individual, family, couples, and group counseling to support your journey toward healing and growth. She is dedicated to creating a safe space built on empathy and trust, helping clients navigate difficult emotions and create lasting positive change. Healing is possible—take the first step today.
Meet Our Female Therapists
Many also hold identifies with marginalized groups such as women, LGBTQ+ or BIPOC folx.
I have post graduate speciality training in couples therapy methods including The Gottman Approach and Emotionally Focused Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing Therapy, Mindfulness approaches, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, & I incorporate sensory support tools and visual learning tools into my approach based on client need.
Many also hold identifies with marginalized groups such as women, LGBTQ+ or BIPOC folx.
I have post graduate speciality training in couples therapy methods including The Gottman Approach and Emotionally Focused Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing Therapy, Mindfulness approaches, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, & I incorporate sensory support tools and visual learning tools into my approach based on client need.
Sharing our inner experiences with someone can often feel frightening, which is exactly why I place such an importance on connection and acceptance in the therapeutic process. I aim to create a safe environment that will invite my clients to delve deeper into their personal narrative, as I truly believe we are not built to process emotions alone. As humans, we all have a propensity to grow and become our true selves, unfortunately we aren’t always gifted with the circumstances to allow it. I am passionate about creating a space for not only self-discovery and self acceptance, but to allow clients to feel seen, heard, and valued.
Sharing our inner experiences with someone can often feel frightening, which is exactly why I place such an importance on connection and acceptance in the therapeutic process. I aim to create a safe environment that will invite my clients to delve deeper into their personal narrative, as I truly believe we are not built to process emotions alone. As humans, we all have a propensity to grow and become our true selves, unfortunately we aren’t always gifted with the circumstances to allow it. I am passionate about creating a space for not only self-discovery and self acceptance, but to allow clients to feel seen, heard, and valued.
I enjoy working with diverse populations and providing a safe place for all. I am trauma-informed and come from a strengths-based approach, using a variety of modalities including Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), and solution-focused therapy. I am honored to work with individuals and families who trust me with their stories and enjoy walking alongside my clients as they go through the therapeutic process.
I enjoy working with diverse populations and providing a safe place for all. I am trauma-informed and come from a strengths-based approach, using a variety of modalities including Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), and solution-focused therapy. I am honored to work with individuals and families who trust me with their stories and enjoy walking alongside my clients as they go through the therapeutic process.
Julie A Russell
Mental Health Counselor, MA, LMFT, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
I specialize in couples, children, teens and individuals. I believe that everyone can reach an optimum state of health, counseling helps individuals and families reach healthy functioning in their relationships with others. I employ an integrative approach with a strong reliance on cognitive-behavioral aspects, emotion focused therapy, solution focused therapy, as well as some Jungian methods, such as sand tray therapy, and child centered play therapy. Sand Tray Therapy is a form of expressive therapy. This non-verbal method of therapy is often used with children, but can be applied to adults, teens, couples, families as well.
I specialize in couples, children, teens and individuals. I believe that everyone can reach an optimum state of health, counseling helps individuals and families reach healthy functioning in their relationships with others. I employ an integrative approach with a strong reliance on cognitive-behavioral aspects, emotion focused therapy, solution focused therapy, as well as some Jungian methods, such as sand tray therapy, and child centered play therapy. Sand Tray Therapy is a form of expressive therapy. This non-verbal method of therapy is often used with children, but can be applied to adults, teens, couples, families as well.
Christine Griffiths
Counselor, LPC, LMHC, CADC I
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
My approach is holistic in nature, applying mind, body and spirit. For over nine years, I have worked with adults in a variety of settings. I have had the privilege of coming alongside individuals who are going through intense and often life-changing situations. All of these relationships are personal to me and through these experiences I have come to learn the devastating effects painful life events has on lives. I know therapy can feel scary and vulnerable. Just the thought of it can feel overwhelming and exhausting. And yes, it can even feel risky. It takes courage to confront fears and ask for help.
My approach is holistic in nature, applying mind, body and spirit. For over nine years, I have worked with adults in a variety of settings. I have had the privilege of coming alongside individuals who are going through intense and often life-changing situations. All of these relationships are personal to me and through these experiences I have come to learn the devastating effects painful life events has on lives. I know therapy can feel scary and vulnerable. Just the thought of it can feel overwhelming and exhausting. And yes, it can even feel risky. It takes courage to confront fears and ask for help.
I am here to help you identify your needs and goals, to maintain hope and work toward living your best, healthy life. I think therapy is about staying present with my client and having unconditional positive regard as we navigate the challenges together as a team.
I am here to help you identify your needs and goals, to maintain hope and work toward living your best, healthy life. I think therapy is about staying present with my client and having unconditional positive regard as we navigate the challenges together as a team.
My areas of specialization include women’s mental health including perinatal mood disorders, trauma, self-esteem, and substance use/dependence.
Are you looking for support? Do you want assistance setting and achieving goals? Through therapy we can work together to identify the root of why you might be struggling and set clear, achievable goals. I offer a warm, direct, and empowering approach to treatment. I believe that you have many of the answers and we can work together to unlock them to create positive change in your life.
My areas of specialization include women’s mental health including perinatal mood disorders, trauma, self-esteem, and substance use/dependence.
Are you looking for support? Do you want assistance setting and achieving goals? Through therapy we can work together to identify the root of why you might be struggling and set clear, achievable goals. I offer a warm, direct, and empowering approach to treatment. I believe that you have many of the answers and we can work together to unlock them to create positive change in your life.
Claire Bemis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Online Only
I am passionate about working towards supporting and improving women's mental health, women's issues, pregnancy, postpartum and the perinatal period.
You may feel alone and isolated, or experience the common core belief many of us carry of feeling "not good enough" in the many roles you take on in your daily life. Do you feel as though you are missing out on your life because of the symptoms you are experiencing? You don't have to navigate this time in your life on your own. Beginning therapy is a courageous step in searching for a better balance in life and a greater belief in yourself and I would love to be by your side on this journey.
I am passionate about working towards supporting and improving women's mental health, women's issues, pregnancy, postpartum and the perinatal period.
You may feel alone and isolated, or experience the common core belief many of us carry of feeling "not good enough" in the many roles you take on in your daily life. Do you feel as though you are missing out on your life because of the symptoms you are experiencing? You don't have to navigate this time in your life on your own. Beginning therapy is a courageous step in searching for a better balance in life and a greater belief in yourself and I would love to be by your side on this journey.
I specialize in grief counseling, as well as counseling for perinatal loss, in order to walk through the grieving process with you and help to imagine what the future can look like one step at a time. I also utilize EMDR for trauma, depression, anxiety, and relationship concerns to stop the past from affecting the present and to create a different future. I help to create a coherent narrative to be able to move forward and live life more freely, without the learned patterns from the past. If you are ready to get help with grief, loss, trauma, attachment concerns, relationship struggles, depression, or self-esteem, please reach out!
I specialize in grief counseling, as well as counseling for perinatal loss, in order to walk through the grieving process with you and help to imagine what the future can look like one step at a time. I also utilize EMDR for trauma, depression, anxiety, and relationship concerns to stop the past from affecting the present and to create a different future. I help to create a coherent narrative to be able to move forward and live life more freely, without the learned patterns from the past. If you are ready to get help with grief, loss, trauma, attachment concerns, relationship struggles, depression, or self-esteem, please reach out!
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Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or because they feel more comfortable with a therapist of their own gender due to shared life experiences or perspectives. Considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender may matter or improve their therapeutic experience. The most important consideration is that a client is able to build a trusting relationship with their therapist.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist. For women, this could be because they believe that they will be able to better connect with a woman, and that a female therapist will be able to relate to their specific challenges and personal issues. It may be particularly beneficial for women to see a female therapist, for example, for gender-specific issues, such as sexism in the workplace, relationship issues, and gender roles. The most important factor in therapy is the client-therapist connection, and a therapist's gender as well as many other factors may play an important role in this.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.