Therapists in Black Diamond, WA
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Aspire Behavioral Health, Michelle Newton
Counselor, MA, MFT, LMHC, CMHS, QMHP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Enumclaw, WA 98022
You are worthy of empathy, compassion, and acceptance!.
"Life is what happens to you while you're busy making other plans". With over 18 years in the field, I am an experienced clinician. Challenges in your relationship as a couple, dealing with an explosive child or teenager, depression, anxiety, trauma, and struggling to have a healthier, happier relationship as a couple, family or individual? Here's where you can take your first step. There is hope and things can change. I am a down-to-earth therapist with a warm and caring nature. I provide an empathetic and safe place where you can be yourself without fear of judgment.
You are worthy of empathy, compassion, and acceptance!.
"Life is what happens to you while you're busy making other plans". With over 18 years in the field, I am an experienced clinician. Challenges in your relationship as a couple, dealing with an explosive child or teenager, depression, anxiety, trauma, and struggling to have a healthier, happier relationship as a couple, family or individual? Here's where you can take your first step. There is hope and things can change. I am a down-to-earth therapist with a warm and caring nature. I provide an empathetic and safe place where you can be yourself without fear of judgment.
![Photo of Rashida Ballard, MSW, LICSW, CDE, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/5f7ef0ae-dc1f-4f53-b180-2f89db828b62/2/320x400.jpeg)
Rashida Ballard
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, CDE
Verified Verified
Maple Valley, WA 98038
Some of the modalities that I refer to in my practice are Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Somatic Therapy techniques.
My goal is to provide support and guide those who are ready to take the journey of a life well lived. I work with adolescents and adults facing an array of concerns including: ADHD, anxiety, chronic illness, communication barriers, compassion fatigue, depression, grief and loss, imposter syndrome, personal goals and development, professional growth, PTSD, racial identity issues, relationship challenges, self-esteem, spirituality/energy and various forms of trauma. You will be the driving force throughout our time together and with commitment and consistency, I believe you will achieve everything you hope and envision for yourself.
Some of the modalities that I refer to in my practice are Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Somatic Therapy techniques.
My goal is to provide support and guide those who are ready to take the journey of a life well lived. I work with adolescents and adults facing an array of concerns including: ADHD, anxiety, chronic illness, communication barriers, compassion fatigue, depression, grief and loss, imposter syndrome, personal goals and development, professional growth, PTSD, racial identity issues, relationship challenges, self-esteem, spirituality/energy and various forms of trauma. You will be the driving force throughout our time together and with commitment and consistency, I believe you will achieve everything you hope and envision for yourself.
![Photo of Mei-Ling Vargas-Johnson, MA, LMHC, NCC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/168594e2-f521-4800-92cd-4435eba4e5a4/2/320x400.jpeg)
My approach is integrative with elements of acceptance and commitment therapy, relational cultural theory, interpersonal process, narrative practice, and guided by intersectional feminism, social & transformative justice models, anti-racism, and body liberation frameworks.
PEAK Psychological Wellness is a group practice that provides culturally responsive individual therapy and psychological evaluation. As a Latina counselor, I wholeheartedly value identity, intersectionality, and autonomy as fundamental to the therapeutic process. I believe that therapy provides us with the opportunity to express ourselves to the fullest extent without fear of judgment or retaliation. My goal as a therapist is to create an affirming space for you to explore difficult feelings by harnessing your strengths and honoring your boundaries, all while providing and receiving constructive feedback along the way.
My approach is integrative with elements of acceptance and commitment therapy, relational cultural theory, interpersonal process, narrative practice, and guided by intersectional feminism, social & transformative justice models, anti-racism, and body liberation frameworks.
PEAK Psychological Wellness is a group practice that provides culturally responsive individual therapy and psychological evaluation. As a Latina counselor, I wholeheartedly value identity, intersectionality, and autonomy as fundamental to the therapeutic process. I believe that therapy provides us with the opportunity to express ourselves to the fullest extent without fear of judgment or retaliation. My goal as a therapist is to create an affirming space for you to explore difficult feelings by harnessing your strengths and honoring your boundaries, all while providing and receiving constructive feedback along the way.
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Summer Feaster
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Covington, WA 98042
Waitlist for new clients
I utilize cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, “talk therapy”, mindfulness, teaching coping techniques, EFT, client-centered therapy, use solution-focused and strength-based perspective.
My goal is to assist my clients with healing from old wounds, coping skills, adjusting to life transitions, goal setting, self-esteem, depression, anxiety, and provide encouragement and compassion along the way. My passion is listening to others, offering support and empowering you to reach your goals whatever they may be. I have an extensive background working with all ages but my focus is working with women and men between ages 18-55 yrs of age. I genuinely enjoy working with clients to help find hope, peace and acceptance of themselves and difficult situations.
I utilize cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, “talk therapy”, mindfulness, teaching coping techniques, EFT, client-centered therapy, use solution-focused and strength-based perspective.
My goal is to assist my clients with healing from old wounds, coping skills, adjusting to life transitions, goal setting, self-esteem, depression, anxiety, and provide encouragement and compassion along the way. My passion is listening to others, offering support and empowering you to reach your goals whatever they may be. I have an extensive background working with all ages but my focus is working with women and men between ages 18-55 yrs of age. I genuinely enjoy working with clients to help find hope, peace and acceptance of themselves and difficult situations.
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Heather Michelle Gorden
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSWAIC, LMHCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kent, WA 98030 (Online Only)
Hi, My name is Heather Gorden, and I am a Licensed Associate Mental Health Counselor, License MC61361403. I believe in respect, integrity, collaboration and kindness. This is your journey. I am here to listen, guide and encourage you along the way. I work primarily with adults and provide individual therapy for a variety of needs, including depression, anxiety, grief and loss, anger management and co-occurring disorders.
Hi, My name is Heather Gorden, and I am a Licensed Associate Mental Health Counselor, License MC61361403. I believe in respect, integrity, collaboration and kindness. This is your journey. I am here to listen, guide and encourage you along the way. I work primarily with adults and provide individual therapy for a variety of needs, including depression, anxiety, grief and loss, anger management and co-occurring disorders.
![Photo of Carrie Sheppard - MindSource Center, LLC, LMHC, MEd, LBAT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4ca276b8-9a6b-49dc-a584-046f05ebfdea/3/320x400.jpeg)
MindSource Center, LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMHC, MEd, LBAT
Verified Verified
Covington, WA 98042
Parenting a child with autism or other developmental delays can be challenging. The usual strategies that work with other children often do not work well at all with a child who struggles with sensory processing differences, anxiety or other issues that go along with neurodevelopment conditions. Expert guidance from our autism specialists can help you feel and be more effective as a parent and fully enjoy your relationship with your child. Our behavioral services (ABA) is designed to accelerate your child's development and build lifelong skills for learning and independence.
Parenting a child with autism or other developmental delays can be challenging. The usual strategies that work with other children often do not work well at all with a child who struggles with sensory processing differences, anxiety or other issues that go along with neurodevelopment conditions. Expert guidance from our autism specialists can help you feel and be more effective as a parent and fully enjoy your relationship with your child. Our behavioral services (ABA) is designed to accelerate your child's development and build lifelong skills for learning and independence.
![Photo of Alisa Murray, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4681cb32-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Are you ready to make positive changes in your life? I specialize in nurturing personal growth and inner peace by fostering connection between the body, mind and spirit. My approach involves working to transform negative thinking patterns, increase bodily and emotional awareness, and improve communication with others. I listen carefully to discover how to build upon your strengths and design an action plan that fits your personality and your current challenges. For example, depending on your needs, written exercises, psychological tests, values clarification, or yoga-based anxiety reduction techniques may be used.
Are you ready to make positive changes in your life? I specialize in nurturing personal growth and inner peace by fostering connection between the body, mind and spirit. My approach involves working to transform negative thinking patterns, increase bodily and emotional awareness, and improve communication with others. I listen carefully to discover how to build upon your strengths and design an action plan that fits your personality and your current challenges. For example, depending on your needs, written exercises, psychological tests, values clarification, or yoga-based anxiety reduction techniques may be used.
![Photo of Ian Callahan, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/29a10b1a-7038-4a65-8fd2-01e2ee9841b5/2/320x400.jpeg)
It’s a pleasure to meet you. I am a licensed mental health counselor in Washington State with over 25 years of experience in the behavioral health field. Change is difficult, change is scary, change is not undertaken lightly, but change is necessary, and it can be achieved. Therapy and counseling are an individualized process, and it is my responsibility to create an individualized approach that values the uniqueness of who you are. Working together we will create a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment for you to talk about that change and what that looks like for you.
It’s a pleasure to meet you. I am a licensed mental health counselor in Washington State with over 25 years of experience in the behavioral health field. Change is difficult, change is scary, change is not undertaken lightly, but change is necessary, and it can be achieved. Therapy and counseling are an individualized process, and it is my responsibility to create an individualized approach that values the uniqueness of who you are. Working together we will create a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment for you to talk about that change and what that looks like for you.
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Katelynn Saunders-Kosta
Counselor, MA, LMHCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bonney Lake, WA 98391 (Online Only)
Feeling Overwhelmed by Anxiety and Depression? You've come to the right place. Anxiety and depression can impact every aspect of your life, and symptoms may include: Persistent feelings of sadness or hopelessness, Excessive worry or fear, Difficulty concentrating, Changes in sleep patterns, Loss of interest in activities once enjoyed, Physical symptoms such as fatigue or aches. I provide compassionate, effective support to help you regain control of your life and achieve a sense of peace and well-being.
Feeling Overwhelmed by Anxiety and Depression? You've come to the right place. Anxiety and depression can impact every aspect of your life, and symptoms may include: Persistent feelings of sadness or hopelessness, Excessive worry or fear, Difficulty concentrating, Changes in sleep patterns, Loss of interest in activities once enjoyed, Physical symptoms such as fatigue or aches. I provide compassionate, effective support to help you regain control of your life and achieve a sense of peace and well-being.
![Photo of Quiana S Roberts, LMHC, NCC, MHP, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/0542230a-160a-4d6b-8ee1-eb733a30c7cd/1/320x400.jpeg)
Quiana S Roberts
Counselor, LMHC, NCC, MHP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kent, WA 98030 (Online Only)
Do you strive to be the best, the best partner, the best parent, the best friend, the best at work, but you always feel like you fall short. Will life always be like this? Chaotic. Exhausting. Endless to-do lists. Despite your best efforts, there never seems to be enough time in the day. After caring for so many others in your life, you struggle to care for yourself. You're constantly running on empty. In the past, you've tried to make changes on your own, but nothing seems to work. You're stuck and not sure what to do next. You do not have to do this alone. I would love to help you on your journey to a healthier you!
Do you strive to be the best, the best partner, the best parent, the best friend, the best at work, but you always feel like you fall short. Will life always be like this? Chaotic. Exhausting. Endless to-do lists. Despite your best efforts, there never seems to be enough time in the day. After caring for so many others in your life, you struggle to care for yourself. You're constantly running on empty. In the past, you've tried to make changes on your own, but nothing seems to work. You're stuck and not sure what to do next. You do not have to do this alone. I would love to help you on your journey to a healthier you!
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Jade Hall is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Washington who has been practicing since 2022. Jade provides person-centered care to clients, mainly focusing on how our thoughts, behaviors, and emotions can affect us in our day to day lives. Jade provides empathic listening, learning of coping skills, and helping those process trauma. Outside of work, Jade enjoys spending time with her family, her partner, and their cats. Although she hasn’t done so in a while, she loves to read. She deeply loves music, both listening to it and creating it, as she plays a couple of instruments and sings.
Jade Hall is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Washington who has been practicing since 2022. Jade provides person-centered care to clients, mainly focusing on how our thoughts, behaviors, and emotions can affect us in our day to day lives. Jade provides empathic listening, learning of coping skills, and helping those process trauma. Outside of work, Jade enjoys spending time with her family, her partner, and their cats. Although she hasn’t done so in a while, she loves to read. She deeply loves music, both listening to it and creating it, as she plays a couple of instruments and sings.
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Satya Counseling and Wellness, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, SUDP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Enumclaw, WA 98022
Therapy is a a collaborative process in which we use your own strengths to help you live the life you desire. Perhaps something is in your way, blocking you from living a life where you feel content and empowered. Therapy can help. I am passionate about working with anyone who wants something in themselves or their lives to change. My experience includes (but is not limited to) working with individuals who have experienced trauma including combat and sexual assault, life transitions including postpartum, infidelity, anxiety, mood dis-regulation, low self worth, suicidal ideation, self harm behavior, codependency and psychosis.
Therapy is a a collaborative process in which we use your own strengths to help you live the life you desire. Perhaps something is in your way, blocking you from living a life where you feel content and empowered. Therapy can help. I am passionate about working with anyone who wants something in themselves or their lives to change. My experience includes (but is not limited to) working with individuals who have experienced trauma including combat and sexual assault, life transitions including postpartum, infidelity, anxiety, mood dis-regulation, low self worth, suicidal ideation, self harm behavior, codependency and psychosis.
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Marte White
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Auburn, WA 98092 (Online Only)
Are you navigating life and repeating the same patterns or struggling personally and/or in your relationships? Oftentimes there is big or little trauma impacting your feelings of "stuckness" today. I work with individuals and couples from a trauma-informed approach looking at what is coming up for you today in your struggles and what is influencing how these issues are presenting. Therapy can help work through and gain more understanding and insight to grow and change in the ways you would like to.
Are you navigating life and repeating the same patterns or struggling personally and/or in your relationships? Oftentimes there is big or little trauma impacting your feelings of "stuckness" today. I work with individuals and couples from a trauma-informed approach looking at what is coming up for you today in your struggles and what is influencing how these issues are presenting. Therapy can help work through and gain more understanding and insight to grow and change in the ways you would like to.
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Wendy Tate dba Excel Counseling
Counselor, NCC, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lake Tapps, WA 98391
Waitlist for new clients
Hi, I'm Wendy and I provide counseling to children, adolescents, adults, and Seniors. I use a strength based integrative approach that sees each person as unique. I pull from a variety of models including but not limited to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, Mindfulness, Humanistic, Sports, and Positive Psychology. I work with many challenges individuals face addressing emotional, behavioral, and social needs; such as anxiety, depression, domestic violence, attachment disorders, ADHD, and more. I want to help you become empowered by further discovering your inner strength, beauty, purpose, and passion.
Hi, I'm Wendy and I provide counseling to children, adolescents, adults, and Seniors. I use a strength based integrative approach that sees each person as unique. I pull from a variety of models including but not limited to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, Mindfulness, Humanistic, Sports, and Positive Psychology. I work with many challenges individuals face addressing emotional, behavioral, and social needs; such as anxiety, depression, domestic violence, attachment disorders, ADHD, and more. I want to help you become empowered by further discovering your inner strength, beauty, purpose, and passion.
![Photo of Samantha Halfen, MA, LMHC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4f66c73b-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
I specialize in working with women who want to improve how they feel about themselves and their relationships. Many of the women I work with have known adversity. You may be struggling with sadness, anxiety, anger—all feelings which are very normal given the stressful experiences you are going through. You want to move beyond the past so you can accept yourself as you are. Learning how to manage negative thoughts, intense emotions, setting boundaries, and improved communication would all be skills you’d like to improve upon.
I specialize in working with women who want to improve how they feel about themselves and their relationships. Many of the women I work with have known adversity. You may be struggling with sadness, anxiety, anger—all feelings which are very normal given the stressful experiences you are going through. You want to move beyond the past so you can accept yourself as you are. Learning how to manage negative thoughts, intense emotions, setting boundaries, and improved communication would all be skills you’d like to improve upon.
![Photo of Kate Chrisinger, MS, LMHC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/24245b8e-287a-4566-a202-09e4d004d232/2/320x400.jpeg)
Welcome! Are you a young adult needing support? Or a parent needing additional parenting strategies, or guidance to better understand/support your child? Are you worried about your child/teen’s emotional well-being or social skills? I enjoy working collaboratively with children and parents alike to improve child and family well-being, often finding that working with both provides the best outcomes for everyone. I have special interests in working with gifted and twice-exceptional (2E) clients and homeschool/online school clients. Lastly I absolutely love working with teens and young adults - they make up a large part of my caseload!
Welcome! Are you a young adult needing support? Or a parent needing additional parenting strategies, or guidance to better understand/support your child? Are you worried about your child/teen’s emotional well-being or social skills? I enjoy working collaboratively with children and parents alike to improve child and family well-being, often finding that working with both provides the best outcomes for everyone. I have special interests in working with gifted and twice-exceptional (2E) clients and homeschool/online school clients. Lastly I absolutely love working with teens and young adults - they make up a large part of my caseload!
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Christie Seligman
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Auburn, WA 98092
Not accepting new clients
I utilize acceptance and mindfulness-based therapies to support people of all ages and abilities to develop healthy relationships with themselves and others.
**I am unable to take new clients at this time** I believe in the inner capacity of all humans to grow and heal in mind, body, and spirit from trauma or challenges faced in life. Due to our interconnected nature, this healing capacity is deepened and broadened through the assistance and support of others. I seek to hold a safe space through the therapeutic relationship to allow for the development of greater understanding and appreciation of self. Through this process, people begin to make meaningful changes and courageously act in ways that reflect their values and wholeness.
I utilize acceptance and mindfulness-based therapies to support people of all ages and abilities to develop healthy relationships with themselves and others.
**I am unable to take new clients at this time** I believe in the inner capacity of all humans to grow and heal in mind, body, and spirit from trauma or challenges faced in life. Due to our interconnected nature, this healing capacity is deepened and broadened through the assistance and support of others. I seek to hold a safe space through the therapeutic relationship to allow for the development of greater understanding and appreciation of self. Through this process, people begin to make meaningful changes and courageously act in ways that reflect their values and wholeness.
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Anna Schoner
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Maple Valley, WA 98038
Not accepting new clients
I have a passion for counseling individuals with diverse areas of concerns. Areas that I focus on include depressive disorders, anxiety disorders, mood disorders, self image, body image, major life transitions, stress, grief and loss, career counseling, and finding purpose and meaning in life. I believe that counseling is a process that is actively engaged in by both the counselor and the client. I am dedicated to doing what I can to assist my clients in working through their individual or interpersonal concerns.
I have a passion for counseling individuals with diverse areas of concerns. Areas that I focus on include depressive disorders, anxiety disorders, mood disorders, self image, body image, major life transitions, stress, grief and loss, career counseling, and finding purpose and meaning in life. I believe that counseling is a process that is actively engaged in by both the counselor and the client. I am dedicated to doing what I can to assist my clients in working through their individual or interpersonal concerns.
![Photo of Aimee Bakeman, MA, LMHC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/417a5c83-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/1/320x400.jpeg)
Aimee Bakeman
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Maple Valley, WA 98038
Not accepting new clients
Are you feeling overwhelmed and drained by the demands of work, home or relationships? Is your child making choices you are worried about? Are you stuck in a cycle you can't seem to break out of? You are not alone. I am here to listen, explore and discover what you want in life and how we can get you there. I work collaboratively with you to heal, grow and live the life you desire. I consider the whole you, our interactions and your social and cultural connections in our work.
Are you feeling overwhelmed and drained by the demands of work, home or relationships? Is your child making choices you are worried about? Are you stuck in a cycle you can't seem to break out of? You are not alone. I am here to listen, explore and discover what you want in life and how we can get you there. I work collaboratively with you to heal, grow and live the life you desire. I consider the whole you, our interactions and your social and cultural connections in our work.
Online Therapists
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I am trained in Family Based Therapy, CBT, DBT, and ACT for those struggling with eating disorders, as well as other mental health issues and would invite family and loved ones to become empowered participants in the healing process.
Through an authentic therapeutic relationship, my goal as a clinician is to help clients reverse maladaptive coping mechanisms and provide helpful tools to relieve anxiety and/or depression. As a specialist treating eating disorders for all ages and genders, I provide education and guidance through the recovery process. With specific training in Family Based Treatment from Stanford, I guide and support caregivers to help their adolescent normalize their relationship with food and body.
I am trained in Family Based Therapy, CBT, DBT, and ACT for those struggling with eating disorders, as well as other mental health issues and would invite family and loved ones to become empowered participants in the healing process.
Through an authentic therapeutic relationship, my goal as a clinician is to help clients reverse maladaptive coping mechanisms and provide helpful tools to relieve anxiety and/or depression. As a specialist treating eating disorders for all ages and genders, I provide education and guidance through the recovery process. With specific training in Family Based Treatment from Stanford, I guide and support caregivers to help their adolescent normalize their relationship with food and body.
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Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists
How does acceptance and commitment therapy work?
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy encourages a person to listen to their self-talk. A person’s inner dialog can be indicative of how they treat themselves. ACT also encourages self-compassion; this can lead to a better understanding of negative thought patterns and emotional states. This understanding can then lead the individual to needed behavior change.
What are the goals of acceptance and commitment therapy?
The goal of acceptance and commitment is to expand a person’s psychological flexibility, a trait that encourages an individual to live in the present moment and to accept all their thoughts, feelings, and emotions, even ones that are difficult such as sadness and anxiety. In ACT, this acceptance is congruent with the individual’s values and beliefs.
Does acceptance and commitment therapy work for depression?
Acceptance and commitment therapy is effective for depression because it allows the individual to view their discomfort and suffering differently. Depressive feelings about relationship heartaches, for example, are a part of life. A despondent person learns to let go of their struggles and instead view their painful thoughts and feelings with compassion. This will lead the individual toward positive change.
How long are people typically in acceptance and commitment therapy?
A typical acceptance and commitment therapy session is 50 minutes long with one session per week. Treatment for common problems such as anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties can last between eight weeks to four months. However, more severe cases may require more than one session a week and/or a longer time frame for treatment.