Therapists in Seattle, WA
Jeremy C Hulley
Counselor, LMHC, CMHS, SEP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98126
Not accepting new clients
I offer the following: Individual therapy for adults Individual therapy for adolescents Consultation for organizations that serve youth in foster care or residential treatment. My counseling expertise includes: LGBTQ couples and families Individuals struggling with depression and/or anxiety, Complex PTSD, Early relational trauma, Developmental Trauma
I offer the following: Individual therapy for adults Individual therapy for adolescents Consultation for organizations that serve youth in foster care or residential treatment. My counseling expertise includes: LGBTQ couples and families Individuals struggling with depression and/or anxiety, Complex PTSD, Early relational trauma, Developmental Trauma
I am a clinical psychologist who specializes in diagnostic assessment of autism across the lifespan (including presentation in adult women). I provide evaluations for clients who wonder about possible autism for themselves or their children. I also have a small therapy practice where I focus on mental health and wellness with clients who are autistic or whose lives are shaped by autism (including Asperger’s Syndrome). Over the past decades, I directed Autism Centers at UT Southwestern Medical Center and Oregon Health & Science University where I engaged in research, training and clinical care.
I am a clinical psychologist who specializes in diagnostic assessment of autism across the lifespan (including presentation in adult women). I provide evaluations for clients who wonder about possible autism for themselves or their children. I also have a small therapy practice where I focus on mental health and wellness with clients who are autistic or whose lives are shaped by autism (including Asperger’s Syndrome). Over the past decades, I directed Autism Centers at UT Southwestern Medical Center and Oregon Health & Science University where I engaged in research, training and clinical care.
Emily Laughlin, Individual Therapy for Women, EMDR
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98109 (Online Only)
I help motivated women stop feeling, numb, anxious, and checked out so you can enjoy your life. You need to get a handle on your triggers, or your relationships will suffer. You don't want to react this way, but it's out of your control. There is trauma lurking at the surface and you’re ready to address it so you can feel more confident, calm, and energized. Are you finding yourself reactive, anxious, tired, and overwhelmed? You’re not alone and I can help.
I help motivated women stop feeling, numb, anxious, and checked out so you can enjoy your life. You need to get a handle on your triggers, or your relationships will suffer. You don't want to react this way, but it's out of your control. There is trauma lurking at the surface and you’re ready to address it so you can feel more confident, calm, and energized. Are you finding yourself reactive, anxious, tired, and overwhelmed? You’re not alone and I can help.
Are you struggling to get out of bed or perhaps you're experiencing weeks with uncontrollable sadness and crying but don’t know how to move forward? Does your stomach feel like it’s in knots throughout the day? No matter how hard you try, the mind is stuck in a fear loop waiting for the other shoe to drop. I understand what it’s like to live with episodes of crippling anxiety, depression and PTSD. I have been blessed to help and teach others tools that can help alleviate major depression, anxiety and PTSD. Please reach out if you are ready for healing, transformation, happiness and peace.
Are you struggling to get out of bed or perhaps you're experiencing weeks with uncontrollable sadness and crying but don’t know how to move forward? Does your stomach feel like it’s in knots throughout the day? No matter how hard you try, the mind is stuck in a fear loop waiting for the other shoe to drop. I understand what it’s like to live with episodes of crippling anxiety, depression and PTSD. I have been blessed to help and teach others tools that can help alleviate major depression, anxiety and PTSD. Please reach out if you are ready for healing, transformation, happiness and peace.
Dr. Cleopatra Bertelsen
Counselor, PhD, LMHC, MHP, RYT-200
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98118 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
I embrace diversity and individuality. As a multiethnic and multiracial woman, I am passionate about honoring your unique identity and story. Life and work stressors, multicultural and race issues, women's issues, shame, guilt, self-esteem, identity, emotional regulation, grief, and creativity, may be areas you want support navigating. We will co-create together the course of our work, based on what is meaningful to you. I offer a warm, compassionate space for you to explore your multidimensionality and gain insight, empowerment, creativity, and expansion, drawing on your innate resilience and capacity to heal and thrive.
I embrace diversity and individuality. As a multiethnic and multiracial woman, I am passionate about honoring your unique identity and story. Life and work stressors, multicultural and race issues, women's issues, shame, guilt, self-esteem, identity, emotional regulation, grief, and creativity, may be areas you want support navigating. We will co-create together the course of our work, based on what is meaningful to you. I offer a warm, compassionate space for you to explore your multidimensionality and gain insight, empowerment, creativity, and expansion, drawing on your innate resilience and capacity to heal and thrive.
I work with those who struggle with anger. Often times the anger is brought on by unmet expectations and merely a symptom of deeper issues under the surface. It's my job to metaphorically stand in a place you can not see, and point you in the right direction as to the cause of what is contributing to the anger. By doing so, you can receive insight that will enrich your life and change it for the better.
I work with those who struggle with anger. Often times the anger is brought on by unmet expectations and merely a symptom of deeper issues under the surface. It's my job to metaphorically stand in a place you can not see, and point you in the right direction as to the cause of what is contributing to the anger. By doing so, you can receive insight that will enrich your life and change it for the better.
There is no manual for parenting. You may have a child or teen moving through the world looking through a neurodivergent lens. They may seem more sensitive, reactive or demand avoidant then their peers. Perhaps you are noticing your own sensory system is getting overloaded when your kids are pushing your buttons. Maybe your child has been diagnosed with ADHD, Autism, OCD or generalized anxiety disorder and you are realizing that you are a lot like your child but it never occurred to you that you may be neurodivergent yourself. Perhaps your child is gender expansive or LGBTQI+ and you are working hard to best understand them.
There is no manual for parenting. You may have a child or teen moving through the world looking through a neurodivergent lens. They may seem more sensitive, reactive or demand avoidant then their peers. Perhaps you are noticing your own sensory system is getting overloaded when your kids are pushing your buttons. Maybe your child has been diagnosed with ADHD, Autism, OCD or generalized anxiety disorder and you are realizing that you are a lot like your child but it never occurred to you that you may be neurodivergent yourself. Perhaps your child is gender expansive or LGBTQI+ and you are working hard to best understand them.
Skye White
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98107 (Online Only)
Managing symptoms of anxiety or depression, exploring boundaries and intricacies of interpersonal relationships, managing chronic illness, and healing from grief are all topics that bring people to my practice. Maybe you’re just looking to move through the world in accordance with your values rather than based on messaging you’ve received in your past. There are many reasons people seek therapy. Whatever your reasons are right now, the important thing is that you’ve identified that you would like the opportunity to benefit from this form of healing.
Managing symptoms of anxiety or depression, exploring boundaries and intricacies of interpersonal relationships, managing chronic illness, and healing from grief are all topics that bring people to my practice. Maybe you’re just looking to move through the world in accordance with your values rather than based on messaging you’ve received in your past. There are many reasons people seek therapy. Whatever your reasons are right now, the important thing is that you’ve identified that you would like the opportunity to benefit from this form of healing.
Our clients are high achieving millennials, identity-developing gen-zers, people in transition, and people who think deeply about themselves and their growth. Our clients are asking: Why do my emotions feel so out of hand? How do I understand my relational patterns? How is my experience of trauma showing up in my every day life? Do I have ADHD? Do I have bipolar? Am I on the right medication? Should I take a break from work? How do I manage difficult relationships?
Our clients are high achieving millennials, identity-developing gen-zers, people in transition, and people who think deeply about themselves and their growth. Our clients are asking: Why do my emotions feel so out of hand? How do I understand my relational patterns? How is my experience of trauma showing up in my every day life? Do I have ADHD? Do I have bipolar? Am I on the right medication? Should I take a break from work? How do I manage difficult relationships?
Michelle Proulx, Ph.D. is a licensed clinician who has worked with adolescents and adults for more than 20 years. She specializes in the treatment of anxiety, OCD and related disorders. Her approach to therapy is encouraging, active, and goal oriented. Treatment is grounded in evidence based practices and flexibly adapted to individual client's needs. Each clients strengths and interests are leveraged to support further growth and skill development. In addition to anxiety and OCD treatment, Dr. Proulx also offers parent coaching to address child and parent behaviors to ease and enhance family functioning.
Michelle Proulx, Ph.D. is a licensed clinician who has worked with adolescents and adults for more than 20 years. She specializes in the treatment of anxiety, OCD and related disorders. Her approach to therapy is encouraging, active, and goal oriented. Treatment is grounded in evidence based practices and flexibly adapted to individual client's needs. Each clients strengths and interests are leveraged to support further growth and skill development. In addition to anxiety and OCD treatment, Dr. Proulx also offers parent coaching to address child and parent behaviors to ease and enhance family functioning.
Sarah Ann White
Mental Health Counselor, ID LPC, TX LPC, WA LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98101
I work with individuals that struggle Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, and other mental illnesses while helping them find their inner peace and balance. My client are free to express themselves without judgement in a safe, empathic, and authentic space.
I work with individuals that struggle Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, and other mental illnesses while helping them find their inner peace and balance. My client are free to express themselves without judgement in a safe, empathic, and authentic space.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98118 (Online Only)
I specialize in the areas of grief and loss, particularly in working with young widows and bereaved men, and caregivers of those who are ill. I hope you will find working with me to be a safe, compassionate space in which to explore your experience, the story of your loss, the impact of grief in your everyday life, and progress towards building a life around your grief. My clients come to me with many areas of grief; challenging relationship dynamics or divorce, loss of a job or hope, change in health, or other significant life transition. My practice also addresses other areas of mental health, including anxiety and depression.
I specialize in the areas of grief and loss, particularly in working with young widows and bereaved men, and caregivers of those who are ill. I hope you will find working with me to be a safe, compassionate space in which to explore your experience, the story of your loss, the impact of grief in your everyday life, and progress towards building a life around your grief. My clients come to me with many areas of grief; challenging relationship dynamics or divorce, loss of a job or hope, change in health, or other significant life transition. My practice also addresses other areas of mental health, including anxiety and depression.
I am a licensed clinical social worker (with a doctorate from Columbia University) with over 40 years of practice experience with children, families, couples, and adults. My approach to our work is "psychodynamic" and I believe in the power of the therapeutic relationship. I am open to consultation, crisis intervention, short term therapy, and more intensive, insight oriented treatment. The "ideal client" is the one who is willing to work hard. So am I!
I am a licensed clinical social worker (with a doctorate from Columbia University) with over 40 years of practice experience with children, families, couples, and adults. My approach to our work is "psychodynamic" and I believe in the power of the therapeutic relationship. I am open to consultation, crisis intervention, short term therapy, and more intensive, insight oriented treatment. The "ideal client" is the one who is willing to work hard. So am I!
Making a good connection with you, making sure you feel heard, understood, and validated: these are the foundation of a good therapeutic relationship. Having the experience of being deeply listened to helps turn down the noise, so you can hear what the Quakers call “the still small voice” within yourself. This experience is all some people need to start making progress in their lives. People who have worked with me have said, "I know myself better now" and "I'm on my side now."
Making a good connection with you, making sure you feel heard, understood, and validated: these are the foundation of a good therapeutic relationship. Having the experience of being deeply listened to helps turn down the noise, so you can hear what the Quakers call “the still small voice” within yourself. This experience is all some people need to start making progress in their lives. People who have worked with me have said, "I know myself better now" and "I'm on my side now."
Genelle Benker (Owner Of: Embodied Psychology)
Psychologist, PsyD, RYT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98115
I am a doctor of clinical psychology who specializes in the treatment of PTSD, Mood Disorders, and in particular Bipolar Disorder. I also treat moral pain, or the distress felt when one's actions or circumstances are not aligned with one's values. While I provide a warm and safe therapeutic environment, I am also confrontational when needed. Driven by an appreciation for seeing people step into their full potential, I am unique in my integrative embodied approach. Augmenting gold standard methods like EMDR and IPT, I draw upon my extensive education in Yoga and Alternative Medicine. Expect to do more than talk therapy!
I am a doctor of clinical psychology who specializes in the treatment of PTSD, Mood Disorders, and in particular Bipolar Disorder. I also treat moral pain, or the distress felt when one's actions or circumstances are not aligned with one's values. While I provide a warm and safe therapeutic environment, I am also confrontational when needed. Driven by an appreciation for seeing people step into their full potential, I am unique in my integrative embodied approach. Augmenting gold standard methods like EMDR and IPT, I draw upon my extensive education in Yoga and Alternative Medicine. Expect to do more than talk therapy!
Dr. Megan Kloep
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98102 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Everyone experiences challenges to varying degrees in their lives, and it takes strength and sometimes trying different strategies to manage them effectively. Therapy can offer a safe and nonjudgmental space for you to work through the difficulties of life. As a Clinical Psychologist I work to help identify the elements contributing to your suffering and then provide tools and strategies to help overcome that suffering. I aim to help you to move forward in your life in the direction of your choosing. I provide services via Telehealth (Zoom) during this time in Washington, Tennessee, Florida, and all 39 PsyPact participating states.
Everyone experiences challenges to varying degrees in their lives, and it takes strength and sometimes trying different strategies to manage them effectively. Therapy can offer a safe and nonjudgmental space for you to work through the difficulties of life. As a Clinical Psychologist I work to help identify the elements contributing to your suffering and then provide tools and strategies to help overcome that suffering. I aim to help you to move forward in your life in the direction of your choosing. I provide services via Telehealth (Zoom) during this time in Washington, Tennessee, Florida, and all 39 PsyPact participating states.
We all struggle in life at one point or another. However, reaching out for support can take a lot of strength and courage. For this reason, I strive to provide a safe, accepting, non-judgmental environment where you can openly explore your struggles and receive the support and guidance you need. Many times our past experiences have left us with wounds that become aggravated, causing difficulites in our relationships and daily lives. Together, we will reflect upon your emotional states, core beliefs and sources of distress to gain deeper awareness and skills for positive change and healing in these areas.
We all struggle in life at one point or another. However, reaching out for support can take a lot of strength and courage. For this reason, I strive to provide a safe, accepting, non-judgmental environment where you can openly explore your struggles and receive the support and guidance you need. Many times our past experiences have left us with wounds that become aggravated, causing difficulites in our relationships and daily lives. Together, we will reflect upon your emotional states, core beliefs and sources of distress to gain deeper awareness and skills for positive change and healing in these areas.
For years I've saved a delightful comic by Randy Glasbergen that shows a human counseling client lying on a couch with a therapist sitting next to him. The therapist is a dog who says: "My therapy is quite simple: I wag my tail and lick your face until you feel good about yourself again." Although I don't have a tail and I don't lick anyone's face, I think there's a lot of truth in that canine counselor's style of therapy. As a matter of fact, I think that helping people feel good about themselves is one of the most important and enjoyable aspects of my work.
For years I've saved a delightful comic by Randy Glasbergen that shows a human counseling client lying on a couch with a therapist sitting next to him. The therapist is a dog who says: "My therapy is quite simple: I wag my tail and lick your face until you feel good about yourself again." Although I don't have a tail and I don't lick anyone's face, I think there's a lot of truth in that canine counselor's style of therapy. As a matter of fact, I think that helping people feel good about themselves is one of the most important and enjoyable aspects of my work.
I welcome you to my practice and want you to know that over many years, I have worked with clients who have suffered from a great variety of issues and who have recovered hope and been able to successfully 'reset' their lives. My clients often feel stuck initially due to possible ADHD, depression, trauma, anxiety, relationship problems, eating disorders, or other addictions, or some combination of these. Through our therapeutic relationship, life skills through DBT work, and new perspectives through CBT work, you will be empowered to create a life worth living.
I welcome you to my practice and want you to know that over many years, I have worked with clients who have suffered from a great variety of issues and who have recovered hope and been able to successfully 'reset' their lives. My clients often feel stuck initially due to possible ADHD, depression, trauma, anxiety, relationship problems, eating disorders, or other addictions, or some combination of these. Through our therapeutic relationship, life skills through DBT work, and new perspectives through CBT work, you will be empowered to create a life worth living.
Welcome to my practice. People often seek out a therapist at a time of crisis such as a loss, transition, career change, or relationship problem. Therapy can be helpful with many such situations, and can also serve to cast a wider view on recurring themes in our lives. Thus, it can be just a few sessions, or a longer-term working relationship. I welcome, and honor, clients of all backgrounds and identities. I strive to provide a safe, open, respectful, and warm environment for you to explore your concerns. As a licensed psychologist, it is my privilege and my responsibility to offer a professional perspective on your concerns.
Welcome to my practice. People often seek out a therapist at a time of crisis such as a loss, transition, career change, or relationship problem. Therapy can be helpful with many such situations, and can also serve to cast a wider view on recurring themes in our lives. Thus, it can be just a few sessions, or a longer-term working relationship. I welcome, and honor, clients of all backgrounds and identities. I strive to provide a safe, open, respectful, and warm environment for you to explore your concerns. As a licensed psychologist, it is my privilege and my responsibility to offer a professional perspective on your concerns.
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Number of Therapists in Seattle, WA
3,000+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in Seattle, WA who prioritize treating:
93% | Anxiety |
86% | Depression |
77% | Relationship Issues |
75% | Self Esteem |
72% | Trauma and PTSD |
71% | Stress |
68% | Life Transitions |
Average years in practice
9 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
69% | Premera Blue Cross |
59% | Aetna |
51% | Regence |
How Therapists in Seattle, WA see their clients
51% | Online Only | |
49% | In Person and Online |
Gender breakdown
75% | Female | |
21% | Male | |
4% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Seattle?
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.