Therapists in 98403
As a life coach...my clients often come to me feeling overwhelmed and stuck. Ruminating over past regrets or lost opportunities. Life transitions can cause us to feel uninspired, unsatisfied and co-existing with a hopeless feeling. Work can feel overwhelming or unfulfilling, our wellness becomes unbalanced, our relationships become stagnant or even go away and we find ourselves feeling unconnected from life.
As a life coach...my clients often come to me feeling overwhelmed and stuck. Ruminating over past regrets or lost opportunities. Life transitions can cause us to feel uninspired, unsatisfied and co-existing with a hopeless feeling. Work can feel overwhelming or unfulfilling, our wellness becomes unbalanced, our relationships become stagnant or even go away and we find ourselves feeling unconnected from life.
Hello! My name is Taren and I have been working in the field of mental health since 2008. I thoroughly enjoy working with people and feel honored when a person trusts in me their life story/current difficulties. I believe there are many different reasons to seek therapy, and that each of us have walked such unique and sometimes challenging paths to get to where we are today. I enjoy getting to know the intricacies of these paths and what has led an individual to where they are today, and from there beginning the work, collaboratively, towards where one would ideally like to be.
Hello! My name is Taren and I have been working in the field of mental health since 2008. I thoroughly enjoy working with people and feel honored when a person trusts in me their life story/current difficulties. I believe there are many different reasons to seek therapy, and that each of us have walked such unique and sometimes challenging paths to get to where we are today. I enjoy getting to know the intricacies of these paths and what has led an individual to where they are today, and from there beginning the work, collaboratively, towards where one would ideally like to be.
Sharmayne Arrington
Counselor, LMHC, CMHS, EMMHS, MACP
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Tacoma, WA 98403
Women seeking healthier relationships are my specialty. Even now, if you are deciding to change how you exist in this world you are already in transformation. Transformation comes through making choices that are conscious, consistent & compassionate and through dis-internalizing systems that are set up to repress and minimize your preciousness. The more we do this, the more we can give & receive love, find our fellow travelers (because we aren't meant to do this alone!) and create safe spaces in otherwise stormy places. With hearts open, and wisdom engaged, change becomes beautifully inevitable.
Women seeking healthier relationships are my specialty. Even now, if you are deciding to change how you exist in this world you are already in transformation. Transformation comes through making choices that are conscious, consistent & compassionate and through dis-internalizing systems that are set up to repress and minimize your preciousness. The more we do this, the more we can give & receive love, find our fellow travelers (because we aren't meant to do this alone!) and create safe spaces in otherwise stormy places. With hearts open, and wisdom engaged, change becomes beautifully inevitable.
Gabriela Raisl
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFTA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tacoma, WA 98403
I am an afro- Latina with Dominican and Puerto Rican heritage. I specialize in working with couples that are needing help creating a new path for connection and emotional safety within their relationship. I explore the meaning making that informs the stories that can dictate how we view our selves, and the world. My work is rooted in social justice and neurodiverse affirming care. Using Narrative and Emotionally Focused therapy, I work towards empowering clients to define success and happiness for themselves.
I am an afro- Latina with Dominican and Puerto Rican heritage. I specialize in working with couples that are needing help creating a new path for connection and emotional safety within their relationship. I explore the meaning making that informs the stories that can dictate how we view our selves, and the world. My work is rooted in social justice and neurodiverse affirming care. Using Narrative and Emotionally Focused therapy, I work towards empowering clients to define success and happiness for themselves.
"Compassionate towards yourself, you reconcile all beings in the world." These words of wisdom hold truth for me. I believe all of life is about relationships--to ideas and circumstances, as well as people--and I think that one of the most important relationships is the one we have with our self. Change is possible when we see things as they are. I work in collaboration with people as they work toward their goals. I see individuals, couples and families (especially teens and parents) who recognize the need for change in their lives.
"Compassionate towards yourself, you reconcile all beings in the world." These words of wisdom hold truth for me. I believe all of life is about relationships--to ideas and circumstances, as well as people--and I think that one of the most important relationships is the one we have with our self. Change is possible when we see things as they are. I work in collaboration with people as they work toward their goals. I see individuals, couples and families (especially teens and parents) who recognize the need for change in their lives.
I love supporting women who find themselves overwhelmed by life's demands or disconnected from what they once loved. My goal is to help people to slow down and reconnect with their values and inner wisdom to live a more fulfilling and intentional life. I have a decade of experience as a trauma therapist, helping people address painful traumatic pasts, resolve unhelpful core beliefs, and learn to regulate their emotions. I also love supporting women in their reproductive years who may be struggling with fertility issues or the adjustment to early motherhood and hold a perinatal mental health certificate.
I love supporting women who find themselves overwhelmed by life's demands or disconnected from what they once loved. My goal is to help people to slow down and reconnect with their values and inner wisdom to live a more fulfilling and intentional life. I have a decade of experience as a trauma therapist, helping people address painful traumatic pasts, resolve unhelpful core beliefs, and learn to regulate their emotions. I also love supporting women in their reproductive years who may be struggling with fertility issues or the adjustment to early motherhood and hold a perinatal mental health certificate.
I desire to help those who have experienced trauma and want to engage the power of creativity, an innate human skill, to uncover their healing narrative and self-gift. By building up the practice of the self-love journey, I hope to assist clients to vision themselves past survival mode into the thriving version of who they long to be.
I desire to help those who have experienced trauma and want to engage the power of creativity, an innate human skill, to uncover their healing narrative and self-gift. By building up the practice of the self-love journey, I hope to assist clients to vision themselves past survival mode into the thriving version of who they long to be.
Do you feel like nobody really sees you? Are you afraid that if they do, they’ll turn away? Sometimes we find ourselves putting on a “perfect” face because inside, we feel anything but. We lash out at those close to us and then we feel guilty and confused. Maybe anxiety is holding you back from living a full life. Maybe you’ve begun to notice some relationship patterns that no longer serve you. Or maybe unprocessed trauma or grief are showing up in distressing ways. Therapy can help you get unstuck and move from feeling disconnected, overwhelmed, and not-enough to engaged, balanced, and whole. I’ve got you.
Do you feel like nobody really sees you? Are you afraid that if they do, they’ll turn away? Sometimes we find ourselves putting on a “perfect” face because inside, we feel anything but. We lash out at those close to us and then we feel guilty and confused. Maybe anxiety is holding you back from living a full life. Maybe you’ve begun to notice some relationship patterns that no longer serve you. Or maybe unprocessed trauma or grief are showing up in distressing ways. Therapy can help you get unstuck and move from feeling disconnected, overwhelmed, and not-enough to engaged, balanced, and whole. I’ve got you.
Heart to Heart Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MSW, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Tacoma, WA 98403
I believe that each person holds a unique essence and recipe for happiness within. Feeling confused about the direction of your life, "stuck" in the same patterns, same "mistakes" even though you "know better"? You are not alone. It happens because we can't just think our way out of patterns, blocks, and imprints of trauma. My clients report significant, tangible improvements in the quality of their lives and relationships. While the time it takes for changes to take hold varies, all clients report feeling better after the very first session. Sessions are non-intimidating, compassionate, supportive, and inspiring.
I believe that each person holds a unique essence and recipe for happiness within. Feeling confused about the direction of your life, "stuck" in the same patterns, same "mistakes" even though you "know better"? You are not alone. It happens because we can't just think our way out of patterns, blocks, and imprints of trauma. My clients report significant, tangible improvements in the quality of their lives and relationships. While the time it takes for changes to take hold varies, all clients report feeling better after the very first session. Sessions are non-intimidating, compassionate, supportive, and inspiring.
Sara Elkington MA, LMHC is a licensed mental health therapist currently building a practice in Tacoma, Washington. She has specialized in working with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, dissociative symptoms, post-trauma reactions, intimate partner abuse recovery, ADHD-related concerns, and those living with a life-changing medical condition or chronic illness. She firmly believes in the power of therapy to promote self-growth and resilience. Sara is committed to providing a safe, supportive, and judgment-free space for her clients to explore their experiences and foster healing.
Sara Elkington MA, LMHC is a licensed mental health therapist currently building a practice in Tacoma, Washington. She has specialized in working with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, dissociative symptoms, post-trauma reactions, intimate partner abuse recovery, ADHD-related concerns, and those living with a life-changing medical condition or chronic illness. She firmly believes in the power of therapy to promote self-growth and resilience. Sara is committed to providing a safe, supportive, and judgment-free space for her clients to explore their experiences and foster healing.
Transcending Connections Offering Neurofeedback
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Tacoma, WA 98403
We hope to help you in your journey of healing. We believe that your mental health affects your physical health. We believe through neurofeedback, we can help you heal the way you want to heal. We are excited to offer this alternative health wellness tool. Please ask your insurance company if they cover this neurofeedback if using insurance. Please visit our website at www.transcendingconnectionstranscending.com to learn more.
We hope to help you in your journey of healing. We believe that your mental health affects your physical health. We believe through neurofeedback, we can help you heal the way you want to heal. We are excited to offer this alternative health wellness tool. Please ask your insurance company if they cover this neurofeedback if using insurance. Please visit our website at www.transcendingconnectionstranscending.com to learn more.
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Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Tacoma, WA 98403
Embarking on your healing journey is no small task. It is my hope that you feel seen, safe and emboldened in your connections through our work together. You can expect me to be honest, compassionate, humorous, and deeply curious with you on your journey towards you and your family’s goals. I come with a socio-emotional approach, which looks at the ways our relating to others and ourselves has been shaped by culture and context. Slowly untangling our own stories from the stories we’ve been told about who we are is done through a steady, gentle, compassionate and collaborative rhythm.
Embarking on your healing journey is no small task. It is my hope that you feel seen, safe and emboldened in your connections through our work together. You can expect me to be honest, compassionate, humorous, and deeply curious with you on your journey towards you and your family’s goals. I come with a socio-emotional approach, which looks at the ways our relating to others and ourselves has been shaped by culture and context. Slowly untangling our own stories from the stories we’ve been told about who we are is done through a steady, gentle, compassionate and collaborative rhythm.
Kristi M Conner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Tacoma, WA 98403 (Online Only)
Are you suffering? Do you have anxiety, experienced trauma or abuse? Do you have difficulty managing emotions? Are you concerned about codependent relationships, or trying to break free of unhealthy patterns? I can help. These are the areas I work with patients. I work from a place of compassion and non judgement.
Are you suffering? Do you have anxiety, experienced trauma or abuse? Do you have difficulty managing emotions? Are you concerned about codependent relationships, or trying to break free of unhealthy patterns? I can help. These are the areas I work with patients. I work from a place of compassion and non judgement.
Maybe you’ve been trying too hard for far too long and need space to create some art and REST. If you have battling anxiety, perfectionism, or the crippling desire to please everyone (or leave the world behind), you’re in the right place. Maybe you've been dealing with intergenerational trauma, academic pressures, or identity struggles and the burden feels unbearable. You don’t have to keep muscling through it alone.
Maybe you’ve been trying too hard for far too long and need space to create some art and REST. If you have battling anxiety, perfectionism, or the crippling desire to please everyone (or leave the world behind), you’re in the right place. Maybe you've been dealing with intergenerational trauma, academic pressures, or identity struggles and the burden feels unbearable. You don’t have to keep muscling through it alone.
Now accepting Premera, Lifewise and some BC/BS plans! We all struggle with changes in our lives; whether they are expected or come as a surprise. I am passionate about working with clients when they are in their season of change, whether that is work and relationship transitions, questioning and addressing gender and sexuality, and testing the waters about how to feel differently about their story up to this point.
Now accepting Premera, Lifewise and some BC/BS plans! We all struggle with changes in our lives; whether they are expected or come as a surprise. I am passionate about working with clients when they are in their season of change, whether that is work and relationship transitions, questioning and addressing gender and sexuality, and testing the waters about how to feel differently about their story up to this point.
Let's create space for you. Imagine, talk therapy with a focus on the mind/body connection. "Bringing movement to mental health." Together we can build greater self awareness, tools for coping, practice regulating the nervous system, and express what's inside.
Let's create space for you. Imagine, talk therapy with a focus on the mind/body connection. "Bringing movement to mental health." Together we can build greater self awareness, tools for coping, practice regulating the nervous system, and express what's inside.
Jordan Dennison
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Tacoma, WA 98403 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Welcome! If you are here, life’s challenges may have you feeling out of control and overwhelmed. If you’re struggling to manage stress or moods, find yourself constantly overthinking, feeling the need to make changes, wrestling with life transitions, or struggling with relationships, you are not alone. These can be intense and scary challenges to deal with, but you don’t have to navigate these heavier parts of life alone.
Welcome! If you are here, life’s challenges may have you feeling out of control and overwhelmed. If you’re struggling to manage stress or moods, find yourself constantly overthinking, feeling the need to make changes, wrestling with life transitions, or struggling with relationships, you are not alone. These can be intense and scary challenges to deal with, but you don’t have to navigate these heavier parts of life alone.
Paul Hunziker
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, SUDP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tacoma, WA 98403
My ideal clients are couples in early recovery from substance use disorders or other addictions. Early recovery can be a critical time for both partners to quickly gain the skills needed to be successful and stay strong as a couple. I also have extensive experience working with youth and young adults with substance use and mental health challenges.
My ideal clients are couples in early recovery from substance use disorders or other addictions. Early recovery can be a critical time for both partners to quickly gain the skills needed to be successful and stay strong as a couple. I also have extensive experience working with youth and young adults with substance use and mental health challenges.
My specialty is helping clients understand why certain patterns have emerged in their lives. By fully appreciating our unwanted patterns we can gain clarity about how to change them. I believe lasting change comes from an awareness of our beliefs and values coupled with habit change. Some unique issues I work with in addition to the listed concerns are; difficulty relaxing, grief and loss, feeling others' feelings, and perfectionism.
My specialty is helping clients understand why certain patterns have emerged in their lives. By fully appreciating our unwanted patterns we can gain clarity about how to change them. I believe lasting change comes from an awareness of our beliefs and values coupled with habit change. Some unique issues I work with in addition to the listed concerns are; difficulty relaxing, grief and loss, feeling others' feelings, and perfectionism.
Benjamin Michael Shafer
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA, MA, MS
Verified Verified
Tacoma, WA 98403
I see the fact that you are here looking for a therapist as immensely brave. I honor your courage. I genuinely love people. My personal experiences with childhood trauma, family relationships, religion, and the sciences have granted me opportunities to empathize with and understand a diverse range of emotional, mental, and relational issues and to apply effective treatment methods for my clients. I am aware that my privilege and life opportunities require me to be intentional about providing a safe space for my clients, especially those who have experienced marginalization and societal oppression and I consistently strive to do so.
I see the fact that you are here looking for a therapist as immensely brave. I honor your courage. I genuinely love people. My personal experiences with childhood trauma, family relationships, religion, and the sciences have granted me opportunities to empathize with and understand a diverse range of emotional, mental, and relational issues and to apply effective treatment methods for my clients. I am aware that my privilege and life opportunities require me to be intentional about providing a safe space for my clients, especially those who have experienced marginalization and societal oppression and I consistently strive to do so.
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Number of Therapists in 98403
100+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in 98403 who prioritize treating:
96% | Anxiety |
89% | Depression |
78% | Relationship Issues |
78% | Trauma and PTSD |
74% | Self Esteem |
71% | Life Transitions |
65% | Stress |
Average years in practice
9 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
82% | Premera Blue Cross |
55% | Regence |
49% | Kaiser (Out-of-Network) |
How Therapists in 98403 see their clients
65% | In Person and Online | |
35% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
72% | Female | |
25% | Male | |
3% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in 98403?
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.