LifeWise Therapists in Buckley, WA

I am passionate about helping couples and families reconnect. I also support individuals seeking to process various types of trauma that may be causing anxiety, depression and a feeling of disconnection from self and others. When working with me you will be safe to show up as you are. With honesty leading, I will guide us to gain an understanding of what is preventing you in experiencing the life and relationships you yearn for. Once we know the patterns that get you stuck, we move to practicing new ways of being and releasing coping strategies that no longer serve.

I became a therapist out of a love for storytelling and meaning making. Being a human being is not easy, and the stories we tell ourselves change the way we see the world and how we live in it. I come from a social work background and use a person-centered, warm, and nonjudgmental approach in my work. I believe before things can change, it’s important to understand what led to those patterns in the first place and what they do to help; sometimes they are behaviors that may have kept you safe or were learned in an environment that didn’t support you otherwise.

Often, when we feel blocked by experiencing overwhelming negative thoughts and emotions, it can make one feel trapped with no way out. Anger, frustration, sadness and worry can easily pound down confidence and push away people we care about in our lives. My passion is helping you break free from what I call the "dictatorship" of anxiety, anger, depression, past hurts, and work with you to find your personal strength to start living your life on your terms and strengthen connections with others.

I work mainly with women, and I have openings for those who are trying to find their footing in life, perhaps in the midst of a major life transition. These include, but are not limited to, empty-nesters, women launching a second career, and single mothers. I also work with women who are navigating trauma and loss. Sound like you? Chances are you're struggling with anxiety, stress, self-esteem issues, depression, grief, self-doubt, or loss of identity, and possibly all of the above. Therapy can help you sort through the chaos of emotions and quiet the turmoil of your thoughts so you can find yourself again and map your path forward.

Depression, anxiety, conflict, betrayal and relationship issues impact all areas of our lives and can be addressed in a respectful and straight forward manner. I believe that counseling needs to meet you where you are so I am comfortable with using individual, couple or family therapy depending on what is most likely to be effective. I pledge to do my very best to help you and your family reach a new level of health.

Everyone struggles at some point in their life. Sometimes we are able to handle life's difficulties on our own and sometimes we could use the help of a professional to conquer our dilemmas. I am honored to help people through those rough patches, and at all times guide them in a nonjudgmental, confidential, caring way. I do not take a 'one size fits all' approach to counseling. I will work with my clients to establish goals and how we will work towards that growth.

I respect it takes courage to seek and partner with a therapist. My core values as a clinician are to provide others utmost respect, hope, resiliency, concern, empathy, challenge, creating a path to recovery and healing. I enjoy working with adults through age sixty-five, and children ages four through twenty-one, including families. I have been a Marriage and Family Therapist for thirty plus years, I am honored to enter with others in their healing journey.

As a solution-focused therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead the life you want. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.

Hi, I have worked with hurting people for a long time and my hope is to support you through this difficult, possibly overwhelming time in your life. Your struggle is unique and personal and I respect your need to feel understood. During our first visit, I will simply listen and seek to understand what is causing you sorrow, anxiety, hurt, or anger. Together we will work towards wholeness and my firm hope is that I can help you find that place in life again where you are at peace with yourself and your situation.

Life presents us with many challenges, but I strongly believe we all can navigate those challenges and overcome some of the depression, anxiety and other symptoms that life can cause. We will work together on understanding why you are feeling some of the emotions that you are experiencing. It can be helpful to understand how you fit into your interpersonal relationships including those with children, significant others, parents, work, etc. Understanding our roles and how we function in those roles can help to navigate change.

Have you found yourself thinking that there has to be more than feeling like this? Life is both wonderful and chaotic, and sometimes we need extra support and guidance to get through the fog. Whether you are finally ready to face a traumatic or adverse situation, improve on how you view yourself and others, learn better ways to cope and regulate yourself, or if you just want a safe and compassionate place to share, then let's get in touch.

Relationships are key to the individual human experience. I believe that it is no coincidence that when we find ourselves struggling in relationships, it has a profound effect on our individual emotional well being, just as experiencing a challenging life event can lead to difficulties in our close relationships. My practice specializes in therapy for individuals, couples, and families who are seeking to strengthen their current relationships following recent conflict, a difficult life event, individual or family trauma, or any other disruptive experiences. I am also currently accepting therapist trainees (post graduate) in need of clinical supervision.

Accepting New Patients In Person and Telehealth children, teens, and couples. She received their master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling at Northwestern University in June of 2023. Annie's past clinical experience includes working with a variety of clients at a community mental health agency dedicated to reaching underserved populations. Prior to becoming a licensed mental health counselor associate.Annie worked as a board-certified music therapist at a state psychiatric hospital for six years. Annie utilized a variety of expressive arts and therapeutic activities in both individual and group therapy settings.

Sometimes in life we face struggles that arise unexpectedly or sometimes our struggles have been long term. You deserve to live each day better than the last. I'm here to help you achieve that goal. I treat each person individually and we work together to come up with a plan to help you face your struggle.