Top in-person Washington teenagers therapists who accept Premera Blue Cross

My name is Shawna Sunday, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I have worked with various populations and have a diverse background working with individuals that have experienced trauma, crisis, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, and relationship problems. I very much like a positive and holistic approach to therapy. I think it is important to find balance in your life, and it starts with improving self-esteem and good self-care. I like a person-centered approach, meaning you are in charge, we go at your speed, and things should always be comfortable for you during therapy. What you can expect from our first session My clients typically tell me how much better they feel after one session. Rapport building initially, and I want to hear your story! I don't want anyone to feel uncomfortable or like they are giving up their past to someone they don't know. I believe in a trust-based relationship and going at your pace as you are comfortable.

Welcome! I have been working in the mental health field for many years, mostly devoted to helping treat anxiety, depression, and family issues. Mental health issues can be frightening and exhausting to deal with, so we will create goals for you to successfully achieve based on your own strengths. I believe we all have the ability within us to help heal our scars, pain, or trauma. We will work together to tap into this potential. I am a special population consultant in the LGBTQ+ community, with training, ongoing consultations and classes. I offer a safe place to talk and support your needs whether for yourself or your family members.

I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and have been in practice for over 35 years working with individuals (child, youth, and adults), couples (as couples and as parents), and families. My education includes a Masters of Arts degree in Psychology from Antioch University Seattle received in 1987 and many other forms of counseling professional education (see below). I am a Clinical Fellow and Approved Supervisor in the Washington Association for Marriage and Family Therapy and The American Association for Marriage and Family Therapists. I am guided by the codes of conduct of the AAMFT, the American Psychological Association, and the American Counseling Association and in addition, I am bound by the Washington State codes of practice. Your view on what we do in our time together is very important to me. We will explore the issues that are bringing you into counseling and I will often make suggestions and provide guidance but always collaborative and facilitative with you.

Welcome, it's my privilege to assist couples and individuals seeking a supportive and authentic space to to explore the challenges calling for their attention. I meet you with a high degree of care and commitment. Concerns can be specific and well defined or simply that gnawing feeling it's time to reach out. I have almost two decades of experience working intensively with couples, individuals and small groups in both brief and extensive therapy. My background includes in-depth DBT study, long time practice of mindfulness, and respect for insights across the field of psychology. I integrate science, compassion and non-judgmental self-inquiry. I see therapy as a calling, for both client and therapist. I am happy to meet you there.

My name is Matthew Gilbert and I am a licensed individual, couple/marriage, and family therapist. For the past 20 years, I have provided effective psychotherapy support in the public and private sectors. I enjoy caring for clients of all ages and diverse backgrounds. I am trained primarily as a systemic solution-focused therapist and have additional advanced training in trauma-informed cognitive behavioral therapy (T-CBT) and anger management therapy. I utilize a wide range of therapeutic modalities specific to each client. I earned a Bachelor of Science in Psychology at the University of Nebraska at Omaha and a Master of Science in Marriage & Family Therapy at Pacific Lutheran University. I am from the Midwest and relocated to the Pacific Northwest to complete an advanced degree and establish my private practice. My core philosophy is working with my clients to coauthor effective treatment outcomes.

I am a licensed clinical social worker and an approved clinical supervisor. I currently work with teens and adults. I have extensive experience working therapeutically to address trauma, anxiety, depression, and stress. Areas of interest include identity, attachment, resiliency, and impact of oppression. I believe in the capacity all of us have to heal and live fuller more present lives. I have been in the mental health field since 2003, work with clients of all backgrounds and have extensive experience working with the LGBTQIA community. In my free time I love spending time outdoors, with friends and family, and my dog Hugo. I am open to working with younger children (8-12) on a case by case basis, I am a LGBTQ identified therapist

I am a licensed mental health therapist with over 17 years of solid clinical experience helping adults who have been impacted by traumatic events, chronic illness, life transitions and grief/loss. I specialize in C-PTSD, post-traumatic growth (which may include issues around identity, boundaries, interpersonal relationships and self-worth to name a few), living with chronic illness and grief/loss/life transitions. In addition to this specialization, I have experience with short-term, solution focused intervention. Research shows that the relationship you have with your therapist is the single most important factor in therapy outcomes. My style is interactive and direct with lots of humor, compassion and commonsense added to the mix. I strive to create a warm, authentic partnership where people feel safe to explore and address the challenges they face.

I am a licensed clinical social worker, and I have worked with a wide variety of individuals that have experienced trauma, depression, anxiety, and other struggles. Some of the types of therapy that I use to help individuals include Cognitive processing therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, EMDR among other therapies that I use. My therapeutical approach is client centered and my belief is that my client is the expert in their care.

I am California born and raised and have spent time in Arizona and now Washington. When I was growing up, school was not important to me. I was the exact definition of a procrastinator wrapped up with an “I don’t care” bow. Then I had my first psychology class, and it intrigued me so much I did the studying. 20+ years later I do this work because I am empathic and passionate about helping others find what they might be missing or needing. We all need someone to listen to us, and I will do that without judgement or shaming. I like to work with young adults and adults of all genders, sexualities and cultures. I specialize in helping with barriers in life, and some may be mental. Sometimes the barrier is you and I would like to assist you with figuring out what it is. I use a variety of therapeutic options. Therapy will teach you how to use skills, tools and knowledge to recognize and remove those barriers. Open to working with children/adolescents 9 years and older.

My goal is to help people process emotional pain and to support them in achieving the best version of themselves. I received my BA in Psychology at the University of Massachusetts – Amherst, and, after five years of working in various therapeutic settings, completed my Master of Social Work degree at the University of Washington in Seattle. I have experience in community mental health, inpatient and outpatient psychiatric settings, as well as in wilderness therapy. Throughout my career, I am proud to have served patients from a broad range of cultural and socio-economic backgrounds and can provide therapy in Russian. I enjoy facilitating group therapy and working with individuals, couples, and families while using a collaborative, strengths-based, whole-person approach to therapy. By incorporating aspects of dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), and motivational interviewing, we will create a treatment plan that meets your needs. Open to working with children ages 6 and older.