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Sara Elkington
Counselor, MA, LMHC (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
223 N. Yakima Ave., Healing House, Tacoma, WA 98403
Let's Connect (206) 973-7804
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Sara Elkington MA, LMHC is a licensed mental health therapist currently building a practice in Tacoma, Washington. She has specialized in working with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, dissociative symptoms, post-trauma reactions, intimate partner abuse recovery, ADHD-related concerns, and those living with a life-changing medical condition or chronic illness. She firmly believes in the power of therapy to promote self-growth and resilience. Sara is committed to providing a safe, supportive, and judgment-free space for her clients to explore their experiences and foster healing.
Sara offers individualized therapeutic guidance that validates clients' experiences and explores the meanings behind stuck patterns of thinking and difficult emotions. She incorporates practical cognitive and mindfulness-based skills training proven effective for conditions such as anxiety and depression.
Sara is passionate about serving visual artists, writers, performers, creators, and others who value diverse forms of creative expression as a means for self-discovery, building community, and promoting well-being. She recognizes the importance of nurturing clients' creative talents and pursuits as part of their overall growth.
Call or Email Sara Elkington now for a free 15 minute consultation - (206) 973-7804
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $120
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
- Pay by American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa
Insurance
- Regence
- Out of Network
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Sara Elkington
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Washington / LH 60078008 Sara Elkington
- Attended Seattle University, Graduated 2003
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- Trauma and PTSD
- Maladaptive Daydreaming, Schizoid Adaptations
Expertise
- ADHD
- Bisexual
- Body Positivity
- Borderline Personality (BPD)
- Codependency
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Dissociative Disorders (DID)
- Domestic Abuse
- Domestic Violence
- Education and Learning Disabilities
- Emotional Disturbance
- Ethical Non-Monogomy
- Grief
- Lesbian
- LGBTQ+
- Mood Disorders
- Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
- Stress
- Thinking Disorders
- Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
- Women's Issues
Client Focus
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied
Religion
Other Spiritual or Religious Affiliations
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied
Religion
Other Spiritual or Religious Affiliations
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- AEDP
- Attachment-based
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Compassion Focused
- Culturally Sensitive
- Eclectic
- Existential
- Feminist
- Humanistic
- Integrative
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Psychodynamic
- Trauma Focused
Location
Primary Location
Sara Elkington, LLC
223 N. Yakima Ave.
Healing House
Tacoma, WA 98403
(206) 973-7804Email me
Nearby Areas
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Sara Elkington
Counselor, MA, LMHC