Emotionally Focused Therapists in Bothell, WA

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Kristin Nielsen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, CST
Verified Verified
Bothell, WA 98011  (Online Only)
Every person, couple and family struggles from time to time. Sometimes, it is hard to get through these rough patches alone. Having a compassionate, supportive and inquisitive individual attending to your concerns provides a safe environment to create positive change. As a marriage and family therapist, I am able to partner with you in this therapeutic framework while exploring your interactions with significant others and society at large. If you are seeking help for your partnership, your family or an issue in your life, let's get started today.
Every person, couple and family struggles from time to time. Sometimes, it is hard to get through these rough patches alone. Having a compassionate, supportive and inquisitive individual attending to your concerns provides a safe environment to create positive change. As a marriage and family therapist, I am able to partner with you in this therapeutic framework while exploring your interactions with significant others and society at large. If you are seeking help for your partnership, your family or an issue in your life, let's get started today.
(206) 429-6556 View (206) 429-6556
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Liz Hunter
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Bothell, WA 98011  (Online Only)
I specialize in couple's counseling, with training in Hakomi, PACT, Gottman and EFT to support your relationship in a variety of ways.
Are you in a struggling relationship? Are you and your partner fighting a lot about the same things and nothing seems to get resolved, or are neither of you bringing up important issues? Maybe your partner seems ready to leave the relationship while you want to keep it going. I can support you and your partner towards a healthier relationship by examining and shifting your difficult patterns of interaction towards patterns of connection and increased happiness. I also offer Discernment Counseling for those couples experiencing divorce ambivalence.
I specialize in couple's counseling, with training in Hakomi, PACT, Gottman and EFT to support your relationship in a variety of ways.
Are you in a struggling relationship? Are you and your partner fighting a lot about the same things and nothing seems to get resolved, or are neither of you bringing up important issues? Maybe your partner seems ready to leave the relationship while you want to keep it going. I can support you and your partner towards a healthier relationship by examining and shifting your difficult patterns of interaction towards patterns of connection and increased happiness. I also offer Discernment Counseling for those couples experiencing divorce ambivalence.
(425) 276-6852 View (425) 276-6852
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Healing & Restoration Counseling
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Bothell, WA 98011
Are you ready to be free of your anxiety and depression?? The Healing & Restoration Counseling team utilizes a life changing technique called Lifespan Integration which helps you become forever unstuck from past trauma and painful memories causing your anxiety and depression. The counseling team also specializes in Marriage Therapy utilizing Emotionally Focused Couples therapy. If you are finding yourself stuck in destructive patterns in your marriage, our team will help you and your mate get to the core of the issues and incorporate healthy ways of relating. We also have a very specific process for healing from Narcissistic abuse.
Are you ready to be free of your anxiety and depression?? The Healing & Restoration Counseling team utilizes a life changing technique called Lifespan Integration which helps you become forever unstuck from past trauma and painful memories causing your anxiety and depression. The counseling team also specializes in Marriage Therapy utilizing Emotionally Focused Couples therapy. If you are finding yourself stuck in destructive patterns in your marriage, our team will help you and your mate get to the core of the issues and incorporate healthy ways of relating. We also have a very specific process for healing from Narcissistic abuse.
(425) 276-6761 View (425) 276-6761
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Victoria Rotton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Bothell, WA 98012
Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy is a research validated method in which partners learn to identify harmful and entrenched patterns within their marriage and develop the skills to engage in a new way. Your relationship may be highly reactive and conflictual or feel like an emotional desert where closeness disappeared long ago. In either case, EFT can help you create a partnership that is nourishing and a haven for personal growth. I am an advanced practitioner of EFT. I work with both heterosexual and same sex couples.
Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy is a research validated method in which partners learn to identify harmful and entrenched patterns within their marriage and develop the skills to engage in a new way. Your relationship may be highly reactive and conflictual or feel like an emotional desert where closeness disappeared long ago. In either case, EFT can help you create a partnership that is nourishing and a haven for personal growth. I am an advanced practitioner of EFT. I work with both heterosexual and same sex couples.
(425) 318-7321 View (425) 318-7321
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Kathie Stabbert
Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Bothell, WA 98021
Waitlist for new clients
I work with people struggling with anxiety, depression, PTSD, bipolar, and relationship concerns by exploring a deeper awareness of both the body and mind. I use several approaches including attachment theory, EMDR, IFS, EFT, and CBT, as I work with individuals and couples to resolve core beliefs which feed powerlessness and shame. I listen to and advocate for my clients to find new pathways through life's challenges of trauma, emotional neglect, grief, and negative self-worth. We don't need all the answers to be "good enough." We need someone to "be" with us as we learn new ways to thrive.
I work with people struggling with anxiety, depression, PTSD, bipolar, and relationship concerns by exploring a deeper awareness of both the body and mind. I use several approaches including attachment theory, EMDR, IFS, EFT, and CBT, as I work with individuals and couples to resolve core beliefs which feed powerlessness and shame. I listen to and advocate for my clients to find new pathways through life's challenges of trauma, emotional neglect, grief, and negative self-worth. We don't need all the answers to be "good enough." We need someone to "be" with us as we learn new ways to thrive.
(425) 487-1005 x1 View (425) 487-1005 x1
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Britney Roark
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bothell, WA 98012  (Online Only)
I'm trained in Emotionally Focused Family Therapy Level 1, and Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy Level 1 and Level 2.
Sparrow Counseling is a virtual therapy practice aimed at helping you find hope for your relationships. Through individual, family, or couple counseling, you will be guided toward the following outcomes in your relationships: An improved approach for solving family problems. Increased trust and safety with those you love. Renewed stability in home life. Healing for past emotional wounds. Stronger bonds with loved ones. A feeling of success in your relationships. A renewed sense of HOPE for the future!
I'm trained in Emotionally Focused Family Therapy Level 1, and Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy Level 1 and Level 2.
Sparrow Counseling is a virtual therapy practice aimed at helping you find hope for your relationships. Through individual, family, or couple counseling, you will be guided toward the following outcomes in your relationships: An improved approach for solving family problems. Increased trust and safety with those you love. Renewed stability in home life. Healing for past emotional wounds. Stronger bonds with loved ones. A feeling of success in your relationships. A renewed sense of HOPE for the future!
(360) 503-0261 View (360) 503-0261
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Barbara Ann Barnes
Counselor, MA, RN, LMHC, CHT
Verified Verified
Bothell, WA 98011
Waitlist for new clients
Hello. If you are looking for a therapist, the most important thing is for you to work with someone who will relate specifically to you and can help you heal. I work with each client as a unique individual with a goal to heal the whole person. Real and lasting change comes not only from an understanding of your issues and concerns, but from creating corrective emotional experiences that allow you to release old and unproductive patterns of thinking and behaving.
Hello. If you are looking for a therapist, the most important thing is for you to work with someone who will relate specifically to you and can help you heal. I work with each client as a unique individual with a goal to heal the whole person. Real and lasting change comes not only from an understanding of your issues and concerns, but from creating corrective emotional experiences that allow you to release old and unproductive patterns of thinking and behaving.
(425) 224-6699 View (425) 224-6699
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Inner Phoenix Embodied Arts, PLLC
Counselor, MA, LMHC, CEAT, CYT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bothell, WA 98011
You are ready to dive deep and explore the inner workings of your life in order to understand, heal, and thrive. You'll find my services particularly effective if you are going through transition (career/livelihood, relational, geographical, physical, gender, financial, and so on), wanting to explore traumatic experiences, seeking support for learning or acquired physical disabilities, you are struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, and parts of your life that feel out of control. You might also be seeking support through use of nature and mindfulness-based or somatic therapy modalities, dream exploration, and spirituality.
You are ready to dive deep and explore the inner workings of your life in order to understand, heal, and thrive. You'll find my services particularly effective if you are going through transition (career/livelihood, relational, geographical, physical, gender, financial, and so on), wanting to explore traumatic experiences, seeking support for learning or acquired physical disabilities, you are struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, and parts of your life that feel out of control. You might also be seeking support through use of nature and mindfulness-based or somatic therapy modalities, dream exploration, and spirituality.
(425) 786-2726 View (425) 786-2726
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Sophia Lundquist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSWAIC
Verified Verified
Bothell, WA 98021
Hello! My name is Sophia, thank you for visiting my profile! I applaud you for making this first step in your growth journey. I have a strengths-based, trauma-informed perspective to therapy practice. My experience includes working with people from ages 5-60 years old facing an array of challenges including grief, relationship conflict, and difficulty managing mental health conditions in daily life. These conditions include anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, specific phobia, trauma-related disorders, and other mood disorders.
Hello! My name is Sophia, thank you for visiting my profile! I applaud you for making this first step in your growth journey. I have a strengths-based, trauma-informed perspective to therapy practice. My experience includes working with people from ages 5-60 years old facing an array of challenges including grief, relationship conflict, and difficulty managing mental health conditions in daily life. These conditions include anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, specific phobia, trauma-related disorders, and other mood disorders.
(425) 654-8425 View (425) 654-8425
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New Perceptions Counseling PLLC Barbara J Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, ACHT
Verified Verified
Bothell, WA 98011  (Online Only)
I am excited to offer ketamine-assisted psychotherapy in my practice. Are you frustrated because traditional talk therapy hasn't brought the changes you hoped for? Do you feel eager to break free from family patterns and live your authentic self? If you're ready to delve deeper into life's struggles and find a more effective path to healing, this innovative therapy might be the solution you've been searching for. Let's explore this together and help you achieve the transformation you desire.
I am excited to offer ketamine-assisted psychotherapy in my practice. Are you frustrated because traditional talk therapy hasn't brought the changes you hoped for? Do you feel eager to break free from family patterns and live your authentic self? If you're ready to delve deeper into life's struggles and find a more effective path to healing, this innovative therapy might be the solution you've been searching for. Let's explore this together and help you achieve the transformation you desire.
(425) 654-0608 x5 View (425) 654-0608 x5
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Sherry Brown
Counselor, LMHC, LMFT, SUDP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Bothell, WA 98021  (Online Only)
Are you feeling sad, overwhelmed, emotionally fragile, anxious or otherwise emotionally burdened? Are you feeling stuck in setting healthy boundaries, or are you wanting to recover from emotional abuse and gaslighting from a narcissistic partner? I offer care for a variety of mental health conditions. I will empower you in your mental health journey by equipping you with resources and knowledge to overcome obstacles. I approach mental health care with a patient-centered commitment. I am passionate about understanding YOU, not just the identified problem!
Are you feeling sad, overwhelmed, emotionally fragile, anxious or otherwise emotionally burdened? Are you feeling stuck in setting healthy boundaries, or are you wanting to recover from emotional abuse and gaslighting from a narcissistic partner? I offer care for a variety of mental health conditions. I will empower you in your mental health journey by equipping you with resources and knowledge to overcome obstacles. I approach mental health care with a patient-centered commitment. I am passionate about understanding YOU, not just the identified problem!
(253) 453-5591 View (253) 453-5591
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Diane Beecher Morrison
Counselor, MA, LMHCA
Verified Verified
Bothell, WA 98011
I am now accepting new clients! I specialize in problems affecting aging adults and their families. And thank you for taking this first step in your counseling journey! Age I enjoy helping all individuals throughout their life span; however as we go through our seasons of life, anxiety, depression, grief, and loneliness can be prevalent emotions that impede our everyday life: you deserve a fresh start and positive change! As the world is changing, so is our work life, our families, an d everything in between. My support will also help, children, grandchildren and couples within your family unit.
I am now accepting new clients! I specialize in problems affecting aging adults and their families. And thank you for taking this first step in your counseling journey! Age I enjoy helping all individuals throughout their life span; however as we go through our seasons of life, anxiety, depression, grief, and loneliness can be prevalent emotions that impede our everyday life: you deserve a fresh start and positive change! As the world is changing, so is our work life, our families, an d everything in between. My support will also help, children, grandchildren and couples within your family unit.
(425) 414-8576 View (425) 414-8576
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Derynne Samson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMHC, LMFTA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bothell, WA 98011  (Online Only)
Are you thrown off balance by unresolved fears, shame, anxiety or distress? Is your relationship with food and your body a source of stress that interrupts your ability to fully immerse yourself in the present moment, robbing you of connection with yourself and others? For many of us, our past collides with the present and we struggle to make sense of our lived experience. I am of the mind that the only way out is in. I welcome you to embark on a journey into yourself, where you may discover abandoned and rejected parts of yourself, and a wellspring of insight and self-compassion for your most difficult challenges.
Are you thrown off balance by unresolved fears, shame, anxiety or distress? Is your relationship with food and your body a source of stress that interrupts your ability to fully immerse yourself in the present moment, robbing you of connection with yourself and others? For many of us, our past collides with the present and we struggle to make sense of our lived experience. I am of the mind that the only way out is in. I welcome you to embark on a journey into yourself, where you may discover abandoned and rejected parts of yourself, and a wellspring of insight and self-compassion for your most difficult challenges.
(206) 222-4168 View (206) 222-4168
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Anna Weinrank Psy D.
Counselor, PsyD, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bothell, WA 98011  (Online Only)
I am most skilled at working through trauma and helping clients understand why they have the issues they do. I can help you identify the real source of your issues, so you can begin to transform your life.
I am most skilled at working through trauma and helping clients understand why they have the issues they do. I can help you identify the real source of your issues, so you can begin to transform your life.
(425) 441-3023 View (425) 441-3023
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Anna Tolf
Counselor, MA, LMHCA
Verified Verified
Bothell, WA 98011
Are there parts of life that are coming apart? I offer therapy that supports your journey toward wholeness. My specialty is in treating individuals and couples grappling with betrayal trauma, infidelity, and sex addiction. I approach the work with specialized training and genuine empathy. Additionally, I partner with clients to find a path forward through relationship issues, life transition, sexual abuse, religious trauma, anxiety, and depression. I’m deeply committed to hold your story with compassionate curiosity and collaborate with you to navigate the journey towards resiliency as well as a sense of healing and wholeness.
Are there parts of life that are coming apart? I offer therapy that supports your journey toward wholeness. My specialty is in treating individuals and couples grappling with betrayal trauma, infidelity, and sex addiction. I approach the work with specialized training and genuine empathy. Additionally, I partner with clients to find a path forward through relationship issues, life transition, sexual abuse, religious trauma, anxiety, and depression. I’m deeply committed to hold your story with compassionate curiosity and collaborate with you to navigate the journey towards resiliency as well as a sense of healing and wholeness.
(425) 689-1911 View (425) 689-1911
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Jeannie Manning Inc
Counselor, MA, LMHC, SUDP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bothell, WA 98011
Waitlist for new clients
People come to therapy for various reasons: Trying to manage the infinity loop of continuous regrets/ thoughts from past situations, managing autism, depression, chronic pain, understanding past and present trauma and trying to deal with symptoms of other disorders, which can prevent someone from being able to function in life. I believe in developing a therapeutic relationship before deciding what treatment is needed for any situations/issues. I am certified in Post Traumatic Disorder, Depression, Chronic Illness, and Parent Support. Please reach out to see if we would be a good fit for work together. I enjoy working with all ages.
People come to therapy for various reasons: Trying to manage the infinity loop of continuous regrets/ thoughts from past situations, managing autism, depression, chronic pain, understanding past and present trauma and trying to deal with symptoms of other disorders, which can prevent someone from being able to function in life. I believe in developing a therapeutic relationship before deciding what treatment is needed for any situations/issues. I am certified in Post Traumatic Disorder, Depression, Chronic Illness, and Parent Support. Please reach out to see if we would be a good fit for work together. I enjoy working with all ages.
(425) 448-6967 View (425) 448-6967
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Ingrid Johnston
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, MDFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bothell, WA 98011
Clients who work with m desire to grow relationally, physically, psychologically and spiritually. Are you yearning for deeper connection in your relationship with yourself and other people? Do you need help learning to trust yourself and others, make sense of the past and present or find more peace? If you are willing to embark on an open and honest journey of healing and self-discovery, then my services are for you. I work with people of all pronouns who want to embody their most aligned life. Working holistically I will attend to issues through the lens of the body, mind, emotions, spirit, relationships, and sexuality.
Clients who work with m desire to grow relationally, physically, psychologically and spiritually. Are you yearning for deeper connection in your relationship with yourself and other people? Do you need help learning to trust yourself and others, make sense of the past and present or find more peace? If you are willing to embark on an open and honest journey of healing and self-discovery, then my services are for you. I work with people of all pronouns who want to embody their most aligned life. Working holistically I will attend to issues through the lens of the body, mind, emotions, spirit, relationships, and sexuality.
(206) 203-3068 View (206) 203-3068
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Sarah R. Welton
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Bothell, WA 98011
In our lives, we can find ourselves stuck, confused, overwhelmed, and weary; perplexed about how our life is unfolding. We find ourselves asking what is happening with me? How did I get here? To understand the complexity of the challenges we’re facing as humans, we need to start with pausing to build awareness and perspective. Yet, when we’re tangled up inside ourselves, in our circumstances, relationships, all of life’s distractions, and the conditioning of our past experiences, it’s so difficult to do this work on our own. That is what the work of therapy is about: partnering with a trained guide in this uncharted territory.
In our lives, we can find ourselves stuck, confused, overwhelmed, and weary; perplexed about how our life is unfolding. We find ourselves asking what is happening with me? How did I get here? To understand the complexity of the challenges we’re facing as humans, we need to start with pausing to build awareness and perspective. Yet, when we’re tangled up inside ourselves, in our circumstances, relationships, all of life’s distractions, and the conditioning of our past experiences, it’s so difficult to do this work on our own. That is what the work of therapy is about: partnering with a trained guide in this uncharted territory.
(206) 557-6133 View (206) 557-6133
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Aliya Zafer
Mental Health Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Bothell, WA 98011
I am an active listener, and my goal is to listen to my clients and help them to deal with their issues. I realize the need to be heard, so I am here to listen so that we can both get along in this journey together to find unique solutions. I typically work with adult clients & however, in some instances I also take on clients who are older adolescents or older adults. Saturday appointments are available. I look forward to meeting you.
I am an active listener, and my goal is to listen to my clients and help them to deal with their issues. I realize the need to be heard, so I am here to listen so that we can both get along in this journey together to find unique solutions. I typically work with adult clients & however, in some instances I also take on clients who are older adolescents or older adults. Saturday appointments are available. I look forward to meeting you.
(425) 215-1415 View (425) 215-1415
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Brian Carlton
Marriage & Family Therapist, EdD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Bothell, WA 98012
Everyone needs hope. We despair and turn to alcohol, food, shopping, sex and the infinite screen to fill our void. We think we know what we want: intimacy, confidence, inner peace and a sense of achievement. We want to matter. We are tortured at times by self doubt implanted by past traumas. I offer a secure place to be yourself to unravel your secrets, fears, shame and guilt. I have 26 years post-doctoral clinical experience counseling individuals, couples and families. I view human problems from a social systemic perspective addressing the individual and their social context.
Everyone needs hope. We despair and turn to alcohol, food, shopping, sex and the infinite screen to fill our void. We think we know what we want: intimacy, confidence, inner peace and a sense of achievement. We want to matter. We are tortured at times by self doubt implanted by past traumas. I offer a secure place to be yourself to unravel your secrets, fears, shame and guilt. I have 26 years post-doctoral clinical experience counseling individuals, couples and families. I view human problems from a social systemic perspective addressing the individual and their social context.
(425) 483-3830 View (425) 483-3830
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Emotionally Focused Therapists

Who is emotionally focused therapy for?

Emotionally focused therapy (EFT) is for couples who are emotionally distressed, stuck in an unsatisfying relationship pattern or feeling deeply alienated. They may even believe the relationship is beyond repair. Very often, the partners display intense anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal in the relationship. In addition, EFT is helpful to couples and individuals who have difficulty expressing emotions and those who have trouble regulating emotions.

Why do people need emotionally focused therapy?

People need emotionally focused therapy because the need for others is built into the brain, but the pressures of daily life can erode feelings of love, and couples often do not have the skills to find their way back to the comfort of each other. Instead, they may be stuck in repetitive patterns of anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal. Emotionally focused therapy regards such strong negative feelings as expressions of protest over the loss of connection and turns them into pathways of reconnection.

What happens in emotionally focused therapy?

Over the course of eight to 20 weekly sessions, couples de-escalate their negative emotional reactivity to one another so that they can listen to each other and be responsive to each other’s needs. Then the deep emotional and physical bond is restored, giving partners a sense of comfort and security, which they can use to solve whatever problems come their way. The therapist plays an active role, helping partners understand how anger and withdrawal are actually misguided cries for connection.

What problems does emotionally focused therapy treat?

EFT is designed to help couples stuck in dysfunctional relationship patterns regain closeness and rebuild their relationship. Typically, such couples experience considerable distress, with partners feeling alienated and distrustful of one another, not certain their relationship can survive. EFT is also helpful to individuals experiencing attachment-related fears of loss; it helps them learn to use their fears as a way of eliciting the closeness they desire.