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Group Therapy Seattle
Counselor, MA, LMHC

Group Therapy Seattle

Counselor, MA, LMHC

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Seattle, WA 98125
Let's Connect (206) 203-2981
Photo of S John McDonald - Group Therapy Seattle, MA, LMHC, Counselor
If you are experiencing major life changes or transitions, if you want help understanding why you choose the partners you choose, if you want effective means of changing self-defeating behaviors, if you would like help with "emotional & social intelligence" both critical to personal & career success, if you want to learn effective means of communicating & resolving conflict in your relationships, if anxiety or depression interfere with your enjoyment of life, if you had losses or broken attachments while growing up, if you just want a very supportive community for dealing with the stresses of your life, then consider these groups.
Besides strong support for dealing with life's stressors & transitions, the group provides a positive & safe community for creating authentic connection, aimed at having a more meaningful life. The group is a fantastic antidote to isolation & loneliness. We work hard to achieve norms of safety, caring, kindness, acceptance, reflection, awareness & honesty.
We provide a thorough screening & intake history preparing you for group participation. We are a well-married, highly experienced (> 40 years) co-therapist team co-leading groups and classes together. Our private, warm, safe, & confidential home office environment welcomes you and a no-cost introductory visit helps you assess if this is a good fit for you.
Call or Group Therapy Seattle now for a free 15 minute consultation - (206) 203-2981

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Group Therapy Seattle

Seattle, WA 98125

(206) 203-2981
We have bi-monthly Co-ed groups on Monday, Tuesday, & Wednesday evenings. The Tuesday group is Zoom only - the others typically in-person.
I specialize in Relationship Issues, Life Coaching and Life Transitions 
I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and groups  
Let's Connect (206) 203-2981
Photo of S John McDonald - Group Therapy Seattle, MA, LMHC, Counselor

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Group Therapy Seattle

Seattle, WA 98125

(206) 203-2981
We have bi-monthly Co-ed groups on Monday, Tuesday, & Wednesday evenings. The Tuesday group is Zoom only - the others typically in-person.
I specialize in Relationship Issues, Life Coaching and Life Transitions 
I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and groups  

Finances

Fees

  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
  • Pay by ACH Bank transfer, Cash, Check, Health Savings Account, Paypal

Insurance

  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • LifeWise
  • Out of Network
"
Our extended, back to back group sessions are poorly covered by insurance so we instead offer a sliding fee scale based on total yearly family income. We do our best to keep this highly effective form of long term therapy affordable to all who want it. Please reach out with any questions.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (206) 203-2981
Photo of S John McDonald - Group Therapy Seattle, MA, LMHC, Counselor
Group Therapy Seattle
Counselor, MA, LMHC
"
Our extended, back to back group sessions are poorly covered by insurance so we instead offer a sliding fee scale based on total yearly family income. We do our best to keep this highly effective form of long term therapy affordable to all who want it. Please reach out with any questions.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (206) 203-2981
Photo of S John McDonald - Group Therapy Seattle, MA, LMHC, Counselor
Group Therapy Seattle
Counselor, MA, LMHC

Qualifications

    Counselor: S John McDonald

  • Verified by Psychology Today Expired Licensed by State of Washington / LH00006678 S John McDonald
  • In Practice for 42 Years
  • Certificate from Puget Sound Group Psychotherapy Network NA / 1990
  • Attended Antioch University West, Graduated 1980
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (206) 203-2981
Photo of S John McDonald - Group Therapy Seattle, MA, LMHC, Counselor
Group Therapy Seattle
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (206) 203-2981
Photo of S John McDonald - Group Therapy Seattle, MA, LMHC, Counselor
Group Therapy Seattle
Counselor, MA, LMHC

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Relationship Issues
  • Life Coaching
  • Life Transitions

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Attachment issues
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Cancer
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Mood Disorders
  • Peer Relationships
  • Self Esteem
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Veterans
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To better deal with the existential reality of living a finite yet meaningful life. The important task of understanding & accepting what's changeable & what's not about oneself & life. The tools & skills to live more authentically which means to discover, develop, & construct a unifying core or true sense of self. To become aware of & heal one's relationship issues & attachment wounds as needed.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (206) 203-2981
Photo of S John McDonald - Group Therapy Seattle, MA, LMHC, Counselor
Group Therapy Seattle
Counselor, MA, LMHC
"
To better deal with the existential reality of living a finite yet meaningful life. The important task of understanding & accepting what's changeable & what's not about oneself & life. The tools & skills to live more authentically which means to discover, develop, & construct a unifying core or true sense of self. To become aware of & heal one's relationship issues & attachment wounds as needed.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (206) 203-2981
Photo of S John McDonald - Group Therapy Seattle, MA, LMHC, Counselor
Group Therapy Seattle
Counselor, MA, LMHC

Client Focus

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Group

Communities

Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Single Mother
Transgender Allied

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Group

Communities

Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Single Mother
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Eclectic
  • EMDR
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Existential
  • Gestalt
  • Gottman Method
  • Humanistic
  • Integrative
  • Interpersonal
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Psychodynamic
  • Relational
  • Schema Therapy
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We are trained in multiple schools of therapy and use them as needed to fit the individual's needs. In group, the feeling typically is one of being cared for, that you and your life matters, and so healing can happen on many levels, especially for those who grew up in an emotionally impoverished environment. A major goal is learning to be Immediate, Direct, Aware, Honest and Open in communication.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (206) 203-2981
Photo of S John McDonald - Group Therapy Seattle, MA, LMHC, Counselor
Group Therapy Seattle
Counselor, MA, LMHC
"
We are trained in multiple schools of therapy and use them as needed to fit the individual's needs. In group, the feeling typically is one of being cared for, that you and your life matters, and so healing can happen on many levels, especially for those who grew up in an emotionally impoverished environment. A major goal is learning to be Immediate, Direct, Aware, Honest and Open in communication.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (206) 203-2981
Photo of S John McDonald - Group Therapy Seattle, MA, LMHC, Counselor
Group Therapy Seattle
Counselor, MA, LMHC

Groups

Location

Primary Location

Group Therapy Seattle

Seattle, WA 98125

(206) 203-2981
"
We have bi-monthly Co-ed groups on Monday, Tuesday, & Wednesday evenings. The Tuesday group is Zoom only - the others typically in-person.
Call for a free consultation now - (206) 203-2981
Photo of S John McDonald - Group Therapy Seattle, MA, LMHC, Counselor
Group Therapy Seattle
Counselor, MA, LMHC
"
We have bi-monthly Co-ed groups on Monday, Tuesday, & Wednesday evenings. The Tuesday group is Zoom only - the others typically in-person.
Call for a free consultation now - (206) 203-2981
Photo of S John McDonald - Group Therapy Seattle, MA, LMHC, Counselor
Group Therapy Seattle
Counselor, MA, LMHC