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Breda Waite
Counselor, LMHCA (she, her)
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Kirkland, WA 98034
Let's Connect (206) 533-3048
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Brené Brown says that disappointment happens when expectations don't meet reality. If you are expecting a therapist who offers brief, solution, or behavior-focused therapy, I am not a good fit for you. I'd rather be the Sam to your Frodo, aka "I can't carry the ring for you, but I can carry you." If you don't get that reference, then "these are not the droids you're looking for." I thrive working with the complex, quirky clients who worry they are too broken, too weird, or too much. ADHD, ASD, PTSD, and LGBTQIA clients are my jam, along with folks who have left a religious or high control group and are deconstructing. I see you.
I draw from an array of theories and strive to find what works best for you. Most often, I use Attachment Theory, Internal Family Systems, and Polyvagal Theory. These modalities are especially helpful in working with trauma long term and are adaptable to each individual. I believe knowledge is power, so I include psycho-education in our work together.
Finding a therapist can feel overwhelming, vulnerable, & exhausting. I want you to find the best therapist for you, even if it's not me. I offer a free 15 minute phone consultation, so we can get a sense of our fit ("a vibe check"). You can share what you're looking for in a therapist and ask questions about how I work. Let's go!
Call or Email Breda Waite now for a free 15 minute consultation - (206) 533-3048
Let's Connect (206) 533-3048
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $125
- Pay by ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa
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Breda Waite
Counselor, LMHCA
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Washington / MC60882904 Breda Waite
- In Practice for 5 Years
- Degree/Diploma from Washington State University BS Psychology / 2010
- Attended The Seattle School of Theology & Psychology, Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology, Graduated 2015
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- ADHD
- Autism
- Trauma and PTSD
Expertise
- Anxiety
- Asperger's Syndrome
- Bisexual
- Body Positivity
- Chronic Illness
- Chronic Pain
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Dual Diagnosis
- Education and Learning Disabilities
- Lesbian
- LGBTQ+
- Life Transitions
- Religious Trauma
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
- Spiritual Abuse
- Spirituality
- Stress
- Transgender
Endorsement
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Attachment-based
- Integrative
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Narrative
- Psychodynamic
- Relational
- Somatic
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Location
Nearby Areas
Counties
Neighborhoods
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Breda Waite
Counselor, LMHCA