Avoiding the Couch, PLLC

Counselor, MA, LMHC, DBTC (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today

2 Endorsed

1807 Cooks Hill Rd, Centralia, WA 98531

Waitlist for new clients

(360) 227-6909

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Photo of Trish Geist - Avoiding the Couch, PLLC, MA, LMHC, DBTC, Counselor

I seek to provide support for healthy change, personal growth, and healing. Together we will identify specific areas to explore and then create a plan to work towards positive lasting change. We will focus on building healthy coping skills to manage current symptoms and future challenges. Specializing in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), working across a variety of mental health symptoms, assisting to increase focus, flexibility, ability to cope with pain, building interpersonal effectiveness, emotional intelligence, and problem solving.

My ultimate desire is to assist individuals in Avoiding the Couch through providing and teaching you 'tools' for your life's journey. I have enjoyed working with a diverse variety of clients. Bringing a unique experience to connect with individuals and their experiences in the counseling environment.

I'm here to assist you in living out a life authentically with compassion and courage knowing we are all created perfectly imperfect. Give me a call and let's talk.

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Practice at a Glance

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1807 Cooks Hill Rd

Centralia, WA 98531

(360) 227-6909

I am currently seeing clients in office and masks are required. I do also see clients via Telehealth once they have established care.

I specialize in LGBTQ+, Borderline Personality (BPD) and Oppositional Defiance (ODD)

I accept insurance

Individual one-on-one therapy

Let's Connect (360) 227-6909

Practice at a Glance

Waitlist. Contact to join the list for in-person and online therapy.

1807 Cooks Hill Rd

Centralia, WA 98531

(360) 227-6909

I am currently seeing clients in office and masks are required. I do also see clients via Telehealth once they have established care.

I specialize in LGBTQ+, Borderline Personality (BPD) and Oppositional Defiance (ODD)

I accept insurance

Individual one-on-one therapy

Finances

Fees

Pay by American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

Aetna
Blue Cross
Blue Shield
BlueCross and BlueShield
Cigna and Evernorth
First Choice Health | FCH
Kaiser (Out-of-Network)
LifeWise
Lyra
Magellan
Optum
Premera
Providence
Regence
Uniform | UMP
UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH

Copay due upon time of service.

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Avoiding the Couch, PLLC

Counselor, MA, LMHC, DBTC

Copay due upon time of service.

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (360) 227-6909

Avoiding the Couch, PLLC

Counselor, MA, LMHC, DBTC

Qualifications

Counselor: Trish Geist

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Washington / LH60922634 Trish Geist
In Practice for 20 Years
Attended St. Martin's University, Master's in Counseling, Graduated 2015

DBT Certified Therapist

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Avoiding the Couch, PLLC

Counselor, MA, LMHC, DBTC

DBT Certified Therapist

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (360) 227-6909

Avoiding the Couch, PLLC

Counselor, MA, LMHC, DBTC

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

LGBTQ+
Borderline Personality (BPD)
Oppositional Defiance (ODD)

Expertise

Anger Management
Anxiety
Behavioral Issues
Bipolar Disorder
Coping Skills
Depression
Dissociative Disorders (DID)
Dual Diagnosis
Emotional Disturbance
Grief
Life Transitions
Mood Disorders
Personality Disorders
Relationship Issues
Self Esteem
Self-Harming
Stress
Trauma and PTSD

Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (360) 227-6909

Avoiding the Couch, PLLC

Counselor, MA, LMHC, DBTC

Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (360) 227-6909

Avoiding the Couch, PLLC

Counselor, MA, LMHC, DBTC

2 Endorsements

Luke Greene

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, ARNP

Trish is a caring and compassionate therapist who advocates for her clients with both insurances and providers. After, working with her in several settings I would recommend her with out reservation to prospective clients and my own patients.

Patty Dean

Mental Health Counselor, MA, LMHC, CASDCS

Trish is down-to-earth, caring, and professional. She is highly skilled at helping people heal and achieve their goals. She is invested in equipping clients to live comfortably in their own skin.

Client Focus

Age

Preteen ,

Teen ,

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Gay Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Transgender Allied

Age

Preteen ,

Teen ,

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Gay Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
Motivational Interviewing
Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (360) 227-6909

Avoiding the Couch, PLLC

Counselor, MA, LMHC, DBTC

Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (360) 227-6909

Avoiding the Couch, PLLC

Counselor, MA, LMHC, DBTC

Location

Primary Location

1807 Cooks Hill Rd

Centralia, WA 98531

(360) 227-6909

Email us

Website

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Zips

I am currently seeing clients in office and masks are required. I do also see clients via Telehealth once they have established care.

Call for a free consultation now - (360) 227-6909

Avoiding the Couch, PLLC

Counselor, MA, LMHC, DBTC

I am currently seeing clients in office and masks are required. I do also see clients via Telehealth once they have established care.

Call for a free consultation now - (360) 227-6909

Avoiding the Couch, PLLC

Counselor, MA, LMHC, DBTC