Female Therapists in Vancouver, WA

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Counselor, Preparation and Integration Specialist
MA
Verified Verified
Vancouver, WA 98685
Pam has offered her depth of heart and clarity of soul in the therapeutic realm as a clinical therapist and in other therapeutic roles for over thirty years. Her impassioned career has been focused on frontline work with children, adolescents and families. Pam’s service to the emotional, mental and spiritual health of others has shifted towards guiding and coaching adults seeking meaningful transformations in their lives.
Pam has offered her depth of heart and clarity of soul in the therapeutic realm as a clinical therapist and in other therapeutic roles for over thirty years. Her impassioned career has been focused on frontline work with children, adolescents and families. Pam’s service to the emotional, mental and spiritual health of others has shifted towards guiding and coaching adults seeking meaningful transformations in their lives.
(360) 472-4841 View (360) 472-4841
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Zinnia Counseling Services LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Vancouver, WA 98665  (Online Only)
Our work together is a collaboration to reach goals that are in alignment with what brings you peace and joy. I emphasize respect, kindness, and authenticity in order to highlight the balance I believe is needed in developing meaningful relationships. One of my great curiosities in therapy is to learn what those terms mean to my clients and how their presence has shaped who they are.
Our work together is a collaboration to reach goals that are in alignment with what brings you peace and joy. I emphasize respect, kindness, and authenticity in order to highlight the balance I believe is needed in developing meaningful relationships. One of my great curiosities in therapy is to learn what those terms mean to my clients and how their presence has shaped who they are.
(360) 800-2734 View (360) 800-2734
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Joanna Cullins
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Vancouver, WA 98662
So many of us have struggles in our lives and we have all felt lost and alone at times. I see my work as a collaborative effort between myself and my clients to improve the quality of their lives and to help them to achieve their goals in a supportive, nurturing environment. I strive always to provide excellent, comprehensive services including formal assessments, individual and family therapy, group therapy, consultation, and psychoeducation. I have worked successfully with children, adolescents and adults with trauma, pain, chronic illness, grief, mood disorders, anxiety, chronic mental illness, stress, depression, and behavioral problems.
So many of us have struggles in our lives and we have all felt lost and alone at times. I see my work as a collaborative effort between myself and my clients to improve the quality of their lives and to help them to achieve their goals in a supportive, nurturing environment. I strive always to provide excellent, comprehensive services including formal assessments, individual and family therapy, group therapy, consultation, and psychoeducation. I have worked successfully with children, adolescents and adults with trauma, pain, chronic illness, grief, mood disorders, anxiety, chronic mental illness, stress, depression, and behavioral problems.
(360) 328-7950 View (360) 328-7950
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Nhu An Lam
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
Vancouver, WA 98685
Taking new clients! I love helping clients who are experiencing low self-esteem, low self-confidence, imposter syndrome, grief, anxiety, loneliness, and depression. Many of my clients also have complex trauma. I enjoy helping moms through the perinatal period, exploring cultural identities, as well as exploring family of origin issues. I am also interested in helping people navigate career burnout, ADHD, and decision-making. My style is warm, inviting, and down-to-earth. I am passionate about empowering people to discover their innate strength, power, resilience even when faced with hardship, loss, and suffering.
Taking new clients! I love helping clients who are experiencing low self-esteem, low self-confidence, imposter syndrome, grief, anxiety, loneliness, and depression. Many of my clients also have complex trauma. I enjoy helping moms through the perinatal period, exploring cultural identities, as well as exploring family of origin issues. I am also interested in helping people navigate career burnout, ADHD, and decision-making. My style is warm, inviting, and down-to-earth. I am passionate about empowering people to discover their innate strength, power, resilience even when faced with hardship, loss, and suffering.
(360) 803-2366 View (360) 803-2366
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Sarah A Coombs
Counselor, LMHC, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Vancouver, WA 98660  (Online Only)
I provide individual psychotherapy and grief counseling sessions to adult individuals ages 18 and older and I can give state approved supervision to LMHCA's seeking licensure in the state of WA. I have a particular passion and expertise in grief/bereavement/loss, compassion fatigue, anxiety disorders, career counseling, LGBTQIA+, and transgender/gender dysphoria issues. I especially enjoy working with the young adult/college student phase of life and adults who find themselves on the brink of, or in the aftermath, of life altering decisions.
I provide individual psychotherapy and grief counseling sessions to adult individuals ages 18 and older and I can give state approved supervision to LMHCA's seeking licensure in the state of WA. I have a particular passion and expertise in grief/bereavement/loss, compassion fatigue, anxiety disorders, career counseling, LGBTQIA+, and transgender/gender dysphoria issues. I especially enjoy working with the young adult/college student phase of life and adults who find themselves on the brink of, or in the aftermath, of life altering decisions.
(971) 302-4940 View (971) 302-4940
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Wise Mind Wellness, LLC
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Vancouver, WA 98660
Choosing to come to therapy can be an intimidating experience...one that involves you shining a light on feelings of vulnerability or discomfort. But it's also a brave step that reminds you that you can be in control of how you respond to difficult situations, as well as empowers you to find your voice. If you are struggling with your mental health, feeling overwhelmed, or just need someone to support you in this season of your life, I am here to make sure you feel seen and heard. Along the way I will provide you with concrete skills, challenge you to see another perspective, and celebrate your successes.
Choosing to come to therapy can be an intimidating experience...one that involves you shining a light on feelings of vulnerability or discomfort. But it's also a brave step that reminds you that you can be in control of how you respond to difficult situations, as well as empowers you to find your voice. If you are struggling with your mental health, feeling overwhelmed, or just need someone to support you in this season of your life, I am here to make sure you feel seen and heard. Along the way I will provide you with concrete skills, challenge you to see another perspective, and celebrate your successes.
(360) 548-7175 View (360) 548-7175
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Lizeth Zendejas
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Vancouver, WA 98663
I believe it is important for us to find peace within ourselves. It takes courage to ask for help. It takes dedication and grit to take your power back and take steps towards healing. I want to be there to encourage you in your path. Mental health impacts all domains in our lives and I have witnessed the power of having someone walk beside you has in enabling healing.
I believe it is important for us to find peace within ourselves. It takes courage to ask for help. It takes dedication and grit to take your power back and take steps towards healing. I want to be there to encourage you in your path. Mental health impacts all domains in our lives and I have witnessed the power of having someone walk beside you has in enabling healing.
(360) 800-2303 View (360) 800-2303
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Stephanie Womack
Counselor, LMHCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Vancouver, WA 98661
My focus is on supporting adults experiencing a variety of challenges, including depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, C/PTSD, grief, shame, boundary issues, adjustment difficulties, and relationship conflicts. I enjoy offering a range of evidence-based interventions tailored to the needs of each individual providing a holistic, person-centered approach that allows me to support clients individually and within their family systems. These interventions include Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Attachment Theory, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and mindfulness practices.
My focus is on supporting adults experiencing a variety of challenges, including depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, C/PTSD, grief, shame, boundary issues, adjustment difficulties, and relationship conflicts. I enjoy offering a range of evidence-based interventions tailored to the needs of each individual providing a holistic, person-centered approach that allows me to support clients individually and within their family systems. These interventions include Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Attachment Theory, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and mindfulness practices.
(360) 614-4927 x109 View (360) 614-4927 x109
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Sondra Longbrake
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Vancouver, WA 98660  (Online Only)
Do discussions with your partner often lead to yelling or angry silence? Do you find yourselves arguing about the same issues year after year with no resolution? Learn to restore harmony in your home with communication skills that create guardrails for safety (I sometime call them training wheels or bumper pads). When couples feel like they’re walking on eggshells, life feels exhausting. When the best of intentions devolve into disappointment, misunderstanding, and hurt feelings, it might seem like there is no way back to the romantic bond you once enjoyed. It can be done, and together we will plot that course!
Do discussions with your partner often lead to yelling or angry silence? Do you find yourselves arguing about the same issues year after year with no resolution? Learn to restore harmony in your home with communication skills that create guardrails for safety (I sometime call them training wheels or bumper pads). When couples feel like they’re walking on eggshells, life feels exhausting. When the best of intentions devolve into disappointment, misunderstanding, and hurt feelings, it might seem like there is no way back to the romantic bond you once enjoyed. It can be done, and together we will plot that course!
(509) 619-1485 View (509) 619-1485
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Arabeth Mashek
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Vancouver, WA 98685
Trauma leaves us feeling damaged, broken, and disconnected from ourselves and others. You might be tired of feeling triggered by small things in your life, lonely and isolated as others in your life don’t understand you, or you might feel guilty or ashamed of what has happened to you. It has been so long since you have felt like yourself. You’re ready to make a change. You’re ready to be free from the past haunting you. You’re ready to have deep meaningful relationships with others. Most of all, you’re ready to feel confident and trust yourself. I can help you get there.
Trauma leaves us feeling damaged, broken, and disconnected from ourselves and others. You might be tired of feeling triggered by small things in your life, lonely and isolated as others in your life don’t understand you, or you might feel guilty or ashamed of what has happened to you. It has been so long since you have felt like yourself. You’re ready to make a change. You’re ready to be free from the past haunting you. You’re ready to have deep meaningful relationships with others. Most of all, you’re ready to feel confident and trust yourself. I can help you get there.
(360) 531-7509 View (360) 531-7509
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Rachel Kazangian
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA
Verified Verified
Vancouver, WA 98661
Waitlist for new clients
I am passionate about helping others navigate challenges in their relationships. Specifically, my work focuses on ruptures in trust (often relating to infidelity, pornography, finances, etc.), and in working with adults and their parents as they grow to better understand one another. I believe that our relationships are the most powerful and influential part of our lives, and that they have a profound impact on our wellbeing. My goal as a therapist is to ensure you have an open, accepting, and supportive setting to process the past and work to create thriving relationships in the future.
I am passionate about helping others navigate challenges in their relationships. Specifically, my work focuses on ruptures in trust (often relating to infidelity, pornography, finances, etc.), and in working with adults and their parents as they grow to better understand one another. I believe that our relationships are the most powerful and influential part of our lives, and that they have a profound impact on our wellbeing. My goal as a therapist is to ensure you have an open, accepting, and supportive setting to process the past and work to create thriving relationships in the future.
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Helping Professionals Wellness Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW, CADCII, SUDP, DVPT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Vancouver, WA 98661
Helping Professionals Wellness Center serve individuals and families who are experiencing difficulties due to substance use, mental health, and domestic violence . We offer individual, family, and group counseling, in addition to weekly Outpatient and Intensive Outpatient substance use group sessions. We are a certified as a Deferred Prosecution Treatment agency for DUI and offer Alcohol & Drug Education School (ADES) on Saturdays, in addition to drug screening. We are a certified Domestic Violence Intervention Treatment provider. We accept most insurance. We place a high value on individualized treatment and care.
Helping Professionals Wellness Center serve individuals and families who are experiencing difficulties due to substance use, mental health, and domestic violence . We offer individual, family, and group counseling, in addition to weekly Outpatient and Intensive Outpatient substance use group sessions. We are a certified as a Deferred Prosecution Treatment agency for DUI and offer Alcohol & Drug Education School (ADES) on Saturdays, in addition to drug screening. We are a certified Domestic Violence Intervention Treatment provider. We accept most insurance. We place a high value on individualized treatment and care.
(360) 529-3502 View (360) 529-3502
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Sarah Blanchette
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSWA
Verified Verified
Vancouver, WA 98665
I specialize in working with Couples, Teens/young adults and LGBTQ+ (individual & couples). My heart and passion is helping people find healing within themselves and their relationships. I have been working in Mental Health and Human Services for over 20 years. I have a strong trauma-informed approach and practice. Many of the teens/young adults who come see me LOVE my background in Expressive Art therapy. I have a heart for working with our rainbow/LGBTQ+ community, I am Kink aware, open an affirming of diverse intimate connections, there are so many ways to heal, create connection and family.
I specialize in working with Couples, Teens/young adults and LGBTQ+ (individual & couples). My heart and passion is helping people find healing within themselves and their relationships. I have been working in Mental Health and Human Services for over 20 years. I have a strong trauma-informed approach and practice. Many of the teens/young adults who come see me LOVE my background in Expressive Art therapy. I have a heart for working with our rainbow/LGBTQ+ community, I am Kink aware, open an affirming of diverse intimate connections, there are so many ways to heal, create connection and family.
(360) 392-5320 View (360) 392-5320
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Sofie Sklyarov
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Vancouver, WA 98684
My approach to therapy incorporates a Christian worldview with a cognitive behavioral theoretical orientation (exploring one’s thoughts and beliefs). I view counseling as a collaborative effort to help clients recognize strengths, identify needs, understand conflicts, discover new options, set personal development goals, and make informed choices.
My approach to therapy incorporates a Christian worldview with a cognitive behavioral theoretical orientation (exploring one’s thoughts and beliefs). I view counseling as a collaborative effort to help clients recognize strengths, identify needs, understand conflicts, discover new options, set personal development goals, and make informed choices.
(360) 845-2356 View (360) 845-2356
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Angela Izmirian Ph.D.
Psychologist, PhD, MMFT
Verified Verified
Vancouver, WA 98684
Therapy is a collaborative process where I try to help clients find what isn't working in their lives and help them "try on" different ways of thinking, feeling, and behaving. Therapy can at times be a "trial and error" where I provide coping skills for my clients and see if what I provided is useful. Although I make it a point to use evidence-based practices, I also take into consideration the context of my client's life and the current world climate when exploring issues and what would be most effective in their path for change.
Therapy is a collaborative process where I try to help clients find what isn't working in their lives and help them "try on" different ways of thinking, feeling, and behaving. Therapy can at times be a "trial and error" where I provide coping skills for my clients and see if what I provided is useful. Although I make it a point to use evidence-based practices, I also take into consideration the context of my client's life and the current world climate when exploring issues and what would be most effective in their path for change.
(360) 218-0979 View (360) 218-0979
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Nancy Warren, MA LMHC
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Vancouver, WA 98660
For the past 25 years, I have worked with individuals with a wide range of concerns including anxiety, depression, grief and bereavement, post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), sleep difficulties, troubled relationships, marital distress, chronic illness, and life transitions. My practice currently focuses on working with clients who have been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease and other neurological disorders. I also see patients with cancer across the cancer continuum, from diagnosis, treatment, to survivorship or recurrence and end of life. I am passionate about working with both of these patient groups.
For the past 25 years, I have worked with individuals with a wide range of concerns including anxiety, depression, grief and bereavement, post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), sleep difficulties, troubled relationships, marital distress, chronic illness, and life transitions. My practice currently focuses on working with clients who have been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease and other neurological disorders. I also see patients with cancer across the cancer continuum, from diagnosis, treatment, to survivorship or recurrence and end of life. I am passionate about working with both of these patient groups.
(360) 680-1693 View (360) 680-1693
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Corrina Lowe
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Vancouver, WA 98662
Corrina Lowe has been practicing since 2005. She graduated from California Baptist University with a Masters in Marriage and Family therapy. Corrina believes in the importance of treating the whole person through using an eclectic therapeutic approach that supports the needs of individual person. Her primary areas of focus include ADHD, Autism, and Mood disorders.
Corrina Lowe has been practicing since 2005. She graduated from California Baptist University with a Masters in Marriage and Family therapy. Corrina believes in the importance of treating the whole person through using an eclectic therapeutic approach that supports the needs of individual person. Her primary areas of focus include ADHD, Autism, and Mood disorders.
(360) 226-4853 View (360) 226-4853
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Eve Parker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SEP, RYT
Verified Verified
Vancouver, WA 98683  (Online Only)
Maybe you’ve hit an impasse in your life – something has changed or maybe you’ve realized that you have some patterns that aren’t serving you anymore. Eve provides a warm, caring environment in which to support clients in rebalancing, reframing, and cultivating understanding about themselves and their needs in order to triumph over life’s challenges and past traumas, reduce suffering, and build quality lives. Eve has worked with a variety of clients and enjoys empowering them to find within themselves their innate wisdom and ability to heal and move through difficult times and old patterns that no longer serve them.
Maybe you’ve hit an impasse in your life – something has changed or maybe you’ve realized that you have some patterns that aren’t serving you anymore. Eve provides a warm, caring environment in which to support clients in rebalancing, reframing, and cultivating understanding about themselves and their needs in order to triumph over life’s challenges and past traumas, reduce suffering, and build quality lives. Eve has worked with a variety of clients and enjoys empowering them to find within themselves their innate wisdom and ability to heal and move through difficult times and old patterns that no longer serve them.
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Kristina Hargie
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Vancouver, WA 98662
Welcome! Being a parent can be difficult but also a joyful and memorable experience. I provide a safe, nurturing space for children 3-12 to develop skills for identifying, expressing, and managing big emotions. I believe that healing for children comes through the playful interaction as they process their feelings and experiences. Collaboration between children and parents is critical part of my approach as a provider. Often, a combination of family therapy sessions with and without child is recommended, to provide space for parents to learn and practice skills and strategies to use with their young child.
Welcome! Being a parent can be difficult but also a joyful and memorable experience. I provide a safe, nurturing space for children 3-12 to develop skills for identifying, expressing, and managing big emotions. I believe that healing for children comes through the playful interaction as they process their feelings and experiences. Collaboration between children and parents is critical part of my approach as a provider. Often, a combination of family therapy sessions with and without child is recommended, to provide space for parents to learn and practice skills and strategies to use with their young child.
(360) 347-9740 View (360) 347-9740
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Rebecca Mayer
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Vancouver, WA 98685
**Waitlist** Living authentically can be scary, rather intimidating. With support of a therapist, individuals can learn to accept, even embrace, the vulnerability that the process towards authenticity requires. Within a supportive therapeutic relationship, clients can explore personal beliefs and develop their identity. Many individuals struggle with processing life events but it doesn't have to be done alone or involve constant suffering. Life events can be difficult, even "positive" ones such as the birth of a child; postpartum depression and postpartum anxiety are real and it doesn't have to ruin your experience as a parent!
**Waitlist** Living authentically can be scary, rather intimidating. With support of a therapist, individuals can learn to accept, even embrace, the vulnerability that the process towards authenticity requires. Within a supportive therapeutic relationship, clients can explore personal beliefs and develop their identity. Many individuals struggle with processing life events but it doesn't have to be done alone or involve constant suffering. Life events can be difficult, even "positive" ones such as the birth of a child; postpartum depression and postpartum anxiety are real and it doesn't have to ruin your experience as a parent!
(360) 526-6354 View (360) 526-6354
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Female Therapists

Does it matter what gender my therapist is?

In general, this is not an important factor, as 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 ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.

Should I see a female therapist?

Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.

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—both men and women—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.