Therapists in Vancouver, WA
Sāsha Hamilton-Wooten
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFT-A
Verified Verified
Vancouver, WA 98684
Hi there, and thank you for taking the first step towards healing. I know that life can be tough, and sometimes it can feel like the challenges we face are too much to handle. Whether you are a transracial adoptee family struggling to create a racially neutral space, a couple caught in conflict or a women feeling lost, I am here to help. Taking both a experiential and narrative approach to listening and understanding your story, I am passionate about working with couples, children, families, and teens. I'll help you explore your inner strengths and resilience, and together, we'll find a path forward towards healing.
Hi there, and thank you for taking the first step towards healing. I know that life can be tough, and sometimes it can feel like the challenges we face are too much to handle. Whether you are a transracial adoptee family struggling to create a racially neutral space, a couple caught in conflict or a women feeling lost, I am here to help. Taking both a experiential and narrative approach to listening and understanding your story, I am passionate about working with couples, children, families, and teens. I'll help you explore your inner strengths and resilience, and together, we'll find a path forward towards healing.
I strive to cultivate a way of being that might allow for a felt sense of safety and trust to develop between my clients and I. It is not small thing to venture into our internal worlds with one another and an honor I am able to join with the brave clients who invite me. The therapeutic process can take many forms depending on what brings you and what you hope to accomplish together but in general, I come from an approach that centers on the relationship and trust being our foundation and the rest we build from there so to speak.
I strive to cultivate a way of being that might allow for a felt sense of safety and trust to develop between my clients and I. It is not small thing to venture into our internal worlds with one another and an honor I am able to join with the brave clients who invite me. The therapeutic process can take many forms depending on what brings you and what you hope to accomplish together but in general, I come from an approach that centers on the relationship and trust being our foundation and the rest we build from there so to speak.
Mercedes Wilder
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Vancouver, WA 98663
Not accepting new clients
I am currently not able to accept any new clients at this time. Are you feeling stressed or stuck? Anxious or depressed? I can help. Sometimes in life our struggles can weigh us down and we become overwhelmed with how to move forward. This is where I can assist you in working through these stuck times. I am passionate about working with folks in the LGBTQIA community, as well as providing resources and strategies to navigate a variety of things, including anxiety, ADHD, trauma, self image, and attachment.
I am currently not able to accept any new clients at this time. Are you feeling stressed or stuck? Anxious or depressed? I can help. Sometimes in life our struggles can weigh us down and we become overwhelmed with how to move forward. This is where I can assist you in working through these stuck times. I am passionate about working with folks in the LGBTQIA community, as well as providing resources and strategies to navigate a variety of things, including anxiety, ADHD, trauma, self image, and attachment.
Are unresolved traumas, anxieties or strained relationships taking a toll on your well-being? Perhaps you're yearning for personal growth and fulfillment but find obstacles blocking your path. As a trauma-informed psychodynamic therapist specializing in helping adults overcome these challenges and reclaim their lives, I use evidence based approaches like Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness and tools to foster healing and transformation, and support you in being who you were meant to be.
Are unresolved traumas, anxieties or strained relationships taking a toll on your well-being? Perhaps you're yearning for personal growth and fulfillment but find obstacles blocking your path. As a trauma-informed psychodynamic therapist specializing in helping adults overcome these challenges and reclaim their lives, I use evidence based approaches like Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness and tools to foster healing and transformation, and support you in being who you were meant to be.
Michael Jankowski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LlCSW
Verified Verified
Vancouver, WA 98662 (Online Only)
Are worried and ruminating anxious thoughts keeping you up at night? Are you feeling a lack of motivation to do the things you once enjoyed? Feeling centered in these moments might feel challenging, but please know you're not alone in this struggle against anxiety and/or depression. There is a path forward, and enduring this forever isn't your only option. We'll tackle healing using a holistic approach, pairing your story with the appropriate supportive treatments.
Are worried and ruminating anxious thoughts keeping you up at night? Are you feeling a lack of motivation to do the things you once enjoyed? Feeling centered in these moments might feel challenging, but please know you're not alone in this struggle against anxiety and/or depression. There is a path forward, and enduring this forever isn't your only option. We'll tackle healing using a holistic approach, pairing your story with the appropriate supportive treatments.
Therapy isn't mysterious. It's a conversation that helps you create clarity about your feelings, what you really need or want, and how to get there. My photo shows me years ago enjoying a hike in Yellowstone. I also enjoy my clients. It is refreshing to provide a comfortable place for you to express your true feelings, to problem-solve and clarify your thinking. It is OK to seek help. Emotional overload happens to everyone. Your problem doesn't define your value. Imagine newborn babies. They are all equal and valuable. Self-limiting beliefs are "learned" later. It is an essential understanding that your true self is perfect.
Therapy isn't mysterious. It's a conversation that helps you create clarity about your feelings, what you really need or want, and how to get there. My photo shows me years ago enjoying a hike in Yellowstone. I also enjoy my clients. It is refreshing to provide a comfortable place for you to express your true feelings, to problem-solve and clarify your thinking. It is OK to seek help. Emotional overload happens to everyone. Your problem doesn't define your value. Imagine newborn babies. They are all equal and valuable. Self-limiting beliefs are "learned" later. It is an essential understanding that your true self is perfect.
Jaye Bahre
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Vancouver, WA 98665 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Oregon residents ONLY at this time! Beginning in February 2025 I will be taking clients interested in psilocybin therapy! Get on the wait list now! Underneath whatever label is put on the "disorder de jour", my clients have one thing in common: they are all in pain & living with uncomfortable emotions. Depression taking their joy, anxiety keeping them up at night... sometimes its marital issues, struggling with the loneliness or recovering from major life transitions. I can help guide you through your pain by helping you learn ways to manage emotions while growing toward YOUR idea of your "best" self.
Oregon residents ONLY at this time! Beginning in February 2025 I will be taking clients interested in psilocybin therapy! Get on the wait list now! Underneath whatever label is put on the "disorder de jour", my clients have one thing in common: they are all in pain & living with uncomfortable emotions. Depression taking their joy, anxiety keeping them up at night... sometimes its marital issues, struggling with the loneliness or recovering from major life transitions. I can help guide you through your pain by helping you learn ways to manage emotions while growing toward YOUR idea of your "best" self.
Kristen Joy Dodson
Mental Health Counselor, MA, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Vancouver, WA 98684
Waitlist for new clients
Whether it shows up in how we view ourselves, how we respond and react in relationships or the ways we behave in our communities, our stories impact us in ways that we are often unaware. From our families of origin to our experiences of trauma, we learn and adapt ways to keep ourselves safe. When we are unable to process our experiences and stories, we often find that what we have adapted for our safety becomes the source of our conflict and discomfort. When we have the courage to re-enter and re-learn our stories, we grow in our compassion and understanding of ourselves in a way that leads to healing and freedom.
Whether it shows up in how we view ourselves, how we respond and react in relationships or the ways we behave in our communities, our stories impact us in ways that we are often unaware. From our families of origin to our experiences of trauma, we learn and adapt ways to keep ourselves safe. When we are unable to process our experiences and stories, we often find that what we have adapted for our safety becomes the source of our conflict and discomfort. When we have the courage to re-enter and re-learn our stories, we grow in our compassion and understanding of ourselves in a way that leads to healing and freedom.
Relevant Steps
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Vancouver, WA 98687 (Online Only)
We help people navigate stressful life events and address past traumas. Our aim is to highlight each person's strengths, teach adaptive coping skills, and assist you with creating a large network of social support. Our providers take an integrative approach to treatment, implementing interventions from a variety of theoretical frameworks. We work collaboratively with you to ensure that each person's autonomy is respected and that cultural factors are taken into account.
We help people navigate stressful life events and address past traumas. Our aim is to highlight each person's strengths, teach adaptive coping skills, and assist you with creating a large network of social support. Our providers take an integrative approach to treatment, implementing interventions from a variety of theoretical frameworks. We work collaboratively with you to ensure that each person's autonomy is respected and that cultural factors are taken into account.
Keri Anderson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Vancouver, WA 98662 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Join me at my online location! I believe in the innate potential each person has to do their best and I feel that each client is the expert in their own life. My role is to guide the natural process of problem solving, increasing client self-awareness, building on client strengths and reconnecting clients to their values, goals, restoring balance in their lives. I work from a client-centered approach that is holistic, solution focused, mindful, and utilizes a cognitive behavioral approach as appropriate. I am passionate about the power of play and nature as catalysts for healing and perspective.
Join me at my online location! I believe in the innate potential each person has to do their best and I feel that each client is the expert in their own life. My role is to guide the natural process of problem solving, increasing client self-awareness, building on client strengths and reconnecting clients to their values, goals, restoring balance in their lives. I work from a client-centered approach that is holistic, solution focused, mindful, and utilizes a cognitive behavioral approach as appropriate. I am passionate about the power of play and nature as catalysts for healing and perspective.
Ollie Gibson-Lavell, LCSW Ollie Gibson-Lavell is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Washington who has been practicing since 2022. Ollie believes in focusing on the positive aspects of your reality as you creatively engage with the challenges of daily life. She utilizes a humanist, integrative, solution focus, trauma-informed approach to enhance the daily living experience of those impacted with Co-Occurring Disorders (Mental Health and SUD and other Disorders) and their families. Outside of work, Ollie enjoys engaging with others and watching plants and butterflies transform on their journey.
Ollie Gibson-Lavell, LCSW Ollie Gibson-Lavell is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Washington who has been practicing since 2022. Ollie believes in focusing on the positive aspects of your reality as you creatively engage with the challenges of daily life. She utilizes a humanist, integrative, solution focus, trauma-informed approach to enhance the daily living experience of those impacted with Co-Occurring Disorders (Mental Health and SUD and other Disorders) and their families. Outside of work, Ollie enjoys engaging with others and watching plants and butterflies transform on their journey.
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Compassionate, down-to-earth, practical help. I'm a licensed, board-certified psychologist. More than 30 years of professional experience working with individuals, couples and groups have taught me that we grow and make effective changes when we understand what is happening, appreciate our experiences, develop a plan to improve things. We'll work together on your goals- to enrich and repair your relationships, change long-standing patterns, develop self-acceptance and personal effectiveness, resolving difficult situations, reduce psychological distress, improve health, or enjoy more emotionally closeness and satisfying intimacy.
Compassionate, down-to-earth, practical help. I'm a licensed, board-certified psychologist. More than 30 years of professional experience working with individuals, couples and groups have taught me that we grow and make effective changes when we understand what is happening, appreciate our experiences, develop a plan to improve things. We'll work together on your goals- to enrich and repair your relationships, change long-standing patterns, develop self-acceptance and personal effectiveness, resolving difficult situations, reduce psychological distress, improve health, or enjoy more emotionally closeness and satisfying intimacy.
Life's challenges may overwhelm your ability to cope and leave you confused and distressed. As a skilled therapist, I can assist to make this time fruitful rather then just a time to get through. I provide a safe comfortable place to focus on your experience of life. You will receive kindness, respect and genuine caring. My approach is client directed,with compassionate inquiry and creative exploration, using collaborative problem-solving to assist you in restoring your balance and moving in a positive direction; often with deeper insight and a greater capacity for joy and contentment.
Life's challenges may overwhelm your ability to cope and leave you confused and distressed. As a skilled therapist, I can assist to make this time fruitful rather then just a time to get through. I provide a safe comfortable place to focus on your experience of life. You will receive kindness, respect and genuine caring. My approach is client directed,with compassionate inquiry and creative exploration, using collaborative problem-solving to assist you in restoring your balance and moving in a positive direction; often with deeper insight and a greater capacity for joy and contentment.
Welcome! People usually find psychotherapy when their old ways of coping no longer work and they get stuck in dysfunctional patterns or relationships. Therapy is a place where you can increase insight into those patterns, develop new tools and have more fulfilling relationships. I am a multi-faceted practitioner who believes in meeting people where they are at, and building on the strengths and resources that you already possess. It is possible to find joy in the darkest of places.
Welcome! People usually find psychotherapy when their old ways of coping no longer work and they get stuck in dysfunctional patterns or relationships. Therapy is a place where you can increase insight into those patterns, develop new tools and have more fulfilling relationships. I am a multi-faceted practitioner who believes in meeting people where they are at, and building on the strengths and resources that you already possess. It is possible to find joy in the darkest of places.
Caitlin Truitt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSWAIC
Verified Verified
Vancouver, WA 98661
Waitlist for new clients
Experiencing trauma, loss, or upheaval is destabilizing and isolating. It can erode the relationships we value the most while making us call into question our sense of identity. Even if we avoid consciously thinking about it, the imprint of our past can wreak havoc on our physical health, our nervous system, and our present experience. The healing process asks us tune into our intuition and our bodies so that we can notice which parts of ourselves most need our attention and care. I can offer tools and support for those seeking to regain a sense of safety and connection with themselves, others, and the world around them.
Experiencing trauma, loss, or upheaval is destabilizing and isolating. It can erode the relationships we value the most while making us call into question our sense of identity. Even if we avoid consciously thinking about it, the imprint of our past can wreak havoc on our physical health, our nervous system, and our present experience. The healing process asks us tune into our intuition and our bodies so that we can notice which parts of ourselves most need our attention and care. I can offer tools and support for those seeking to regain a sense of safety and connection with themselves, others, and the world around them.
Maybe you have a box in your head that's labeled "Past Stuff." You put in all the things you don't like thinking about: hurts from your childhood, the memories of things you did that play on a loop in your head if you're not careful. Lately, things have been leaking out. You feel less in control of your life, and the memories that used to stay in the box are escaping. Or maybe you know the box is there and have a sense that you should sort through it, but you're not sure about doing it alone.
Maybe you have a box in your head that's labeled "Past Stuff." You put in all the things you don't like thinking about: hurts from your childhood, the memories of things you did that play on a loop in your head if you're not careful. Lately, things have been leaking out. You feel less in control of your life, and the memories that used to stay in the box are escaping. Or maybe you know the box is there and have a sense that you should sort through it, but you're not sure about doing it alone.
Inspire Counseling Group
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Vancouver, WA 98685
Our mission is to provide compassionate, personalized, and evidence-based mental health counseling and therapy services to empower individuals to navigate life’s challenges, foster resilience, and achieve emotional well-being.
Our mission is to provide compassionate, personalized, and evidence-based mental health counseling and therapy services to empower individuals to navigate life’s challenges, foster resilience, and achieve emotional well-being.
Dr. Christopher Fraczek is a Clinical Psychologist who has been practicing since 2001. He graduated from Alliant International University, Los Angeles with a degree in Clinical Psychology. Christopher believes in an interpersonal and systemic approach to care. His main areas of focus are individual therapy for children and adolescents to address problems defined by the child/adolescent, family members or the referring agencies. He also provides individual therapy with adults for mood/affect disorders and psycho-physiological disorders.
Dr. Christopher Fraczek is a Clinical Psychologist who has been practicing since 2001. He graduated from Alliant International University, Los Angeles with a degree in Clinical Psychology. Christopher believes in an interpersonal and systemic approach to care. His main areas of focus are individual therapy for children and adolescents to address problems defined by the child/adolescent, family members or the referring agencies. He also provides individual therapy with adults for mood/affect disorders and psycho-physiological disorders.
Now offering comprehensive Autism/ADHD Testing for ages 13+ in partnership with Empower Psychological Services in Portland. Appointments available in November 2024. This practice focuses on conducting psychological assessments that are impactful and life-enhancing. ADHD and autism presentations in women, BIPOC, and in previously undiagnosed mid-life adults are a special focus. Accepting new psychotherapy clients for daytime openings to address life transitions, anxiety and trauma.
Now offering comprehensive Autism/ADHD Testing for ages 13+ in partnership with Empower Psychological Services in Portland. Appointments available in November 2024. This practice focuses on conducting psychological assessments that are impactful and life-enhancing. ADHD and autism presentations in women, BIPOC, and in previously undiagnosed mid-life adults are a special focus. Accepting new psychotherapy clients for daytime openings to address life transitions, anxiety and trauma.
I am passionate about serving individuals who seek support, a place to be vulnerable and the opportunity to grow. My work focuses on adults who are struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression, body image and eating disorders, or significant life changes, such as a career switch, grief or a relationship shift. Just as many pieces make up the whole of a person's life, there are many components that make up a successful experience with counseling. The therapeutic journey begins from a place of trust and support. My techniques come from a combination of Solutions Focused, DBT, Family Systems and somatic therapy.
I am passionate about serving individuals who seek support, a place to be vulnerable and the opportunity to grow. My work focuses on adults who are struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression, body image and eating disorders, or significant life changes, such as a career switch, grief or a relationship shift. Just as many pieces make up the whole of a person's life, there are many components that make up a successful experience with counseling. The therapeutic journey begins from a place of trust and support. My techniques come from a combination of Solutions Focused, DBT, Family Systems and somatic therapy.
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Number of Therapists in Vancouver, WA
900+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in Vancouver, WA who prioritize treating:
92% | Anxiety |
86% | Depression |
74% | Trauma and PTSD |
70% | Relationship Issues |
68% | Self Esteem |
67% | Stress |
64% | Grief |
Average years in practice
10 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
73% | Aetna |
57% | Cigna and Evernorth |
55% | Regence |
How Therapists in Vancouver, WA see their clients
61% | In Person and Online | |
39% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
78% | Female | |
20% | Male | |
2% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Vancouver?
Search for nearby therapists or counselors by inputting your city, town, or suburb; or zip code; or a provider’s name into the search bar. From there, you can filter providers by the issues they treat, cost, insurance, gender, and other factors to find providers who are well-suited to your needs. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or zip code into the search bar.
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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.