Therapists in Fife, WA
Everyone goes through challenging situations in life, and while you may have successfully navigated through other difficulties you've faced, there's nothing wrong with seeking out extra support when you need it.
I believe that children, adolescents, adults, couples and families can and deserve symptom relief, peace, harmony and greater satisfaction in their personal life, marriage, job, school, and interpersonal relationships. I provide a safe, warm and confidential therapeutic environment to achieve these goals with you.
Everyone goes through challenging situations in life, and while you may have successfully navigated through other difficulties you've faced, there's nothing wrong with seeking out extra support when you need it.
I believe that children, adolescents, adults, couples and families can and deserve symptom relief, peace, harmony and greater satisfaction in their personal life, marriage, job, school, and interpersonal relationships. I provide a safe, warm and confidential therapeutic environment to achieve these goals with you.
I am passionate about being present with individuals as they experience disappointment, pain, despair, and joy in life and relationships. Sometimes, we need help navigating. I believe together we will discover the power and insight already within you. We undergo a process of examining your inner life, dreams, fantasies, and imagination to discover the inspiration that will allow you to live an authentic life. My approach is individually-focused and relationship-driven. Whatever challenges you are facing; that with a bit of goodwill and openness, much can be uncovered in a relatively short period of time.
I am passionate about being present with individuals as they experience disappointment, pain, despair, and joy in life and relationships. Sometimes, we need help navigating. I believe together we will discover the power and insight already within you. We undergo a process of examining your inner life, dreams, fantasies, and imagination to discover the inspiration that will allow you to live an authentic life. My approach is individually-focused and relationship-driven. Whatever challenges you are facing; that with a bit of goodwill and openness, much can be uncovered in a relatively short period of time.
My clients want change and growth in their lives and/or their relationships, but they often don't know where to start. Or, they might have made the enormous first steps of moving towards change and growth only to feel stuck and unsure of how to move forward. My clients find that within the experience of being truly heard, accepted, validated, and supported, that the door between where they are and the change they want begins to unlock and slowly open. My approach focuses on unlocking and discovering the strengths that we don't always realize we have, on building new coping skills, and on creating new understanding and connections.
My clients want change and growth in their lives and/or their relationships, but they often don't know where to start. Or, they might have made the enormous first steps of moving towards change and growth only to feel stuck and unsure of how to move forward. My clients find that within the experience of being truly heard, accepted, validated, and supported, that the door between where they are and the change they want begins to unlock and slowly open. My approach focuses on unlocking and discovering the strengths that we don't always realize we have, on building new coping skills, and on creating new understanding and connections.
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Renee Hoffman: Aging and Older Adults
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSWAIC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tacoma, WA 98406 (Online Only)
Over the last decade, I have worked in direct geriatric care, hospice, medical palliative hospital care and with the Program for the All-Inclusive Care of the Elderly. I specialize in working with elderly individuals experiencing a wide range of mental health issues, including depression, anxiety, grief, and adjustment disorders. Additionally, I have expertise in addressing age-related concerns such as loneliness, caregiver stress, chronic illness, and end-of-life planning. My goal is to empower older adults to navigate these challenges with resilience and dignity, enhancing their overall quality of life.
Over the last decade, I have worked in direct geriatric care, hospice, medical palliative hospital care and with the Program for the All-Inclusive Care of the Elderly. I specialize in working with elderly individuals experiencing a wide range of mental health issues, including depression, anxiety, grief, and adjustment disorders. Additionally, I have expertise in addressing age-related concerns such as loneliness, caregiver stress, chronic illness, and end-of-life planning. My goal is to empower older adults to navigate these challenges with resilience and dignity, enhancing their overall quality of life.
Marilyn Boyle Ketamine Assisted Sessions
Counselor, MA, MTS, LMHC
Verified Verified
Tacoma, WA 98406 (Online Only)
Due to decades of training, experience and expertise, I have many specialties including grief & loss, life transitions, depression, anxiety, stress, aging, religious /spiritual trauma, LGBTQIA+, somatic transformation.
You might be sad, depressed, stressed, anxious, scared, overwhelmed with it all. Maybe your relationship is hurting or you're feeling stuck in your life. Maybe you're dealing with a death loss or life transition. You don't have to go through your current life challenges alone. As a psychotherapist & grief coach for 38+ years, I've helped thousands of people move out of emotional pain and toward happier lives. If you're ready for growth and transformation on your journey toward wholeness, I can help. If you're curious and want to try something new, I provide individual and group ketamine sessions to gently catalyze your process.
Due to decades of training, experience and expertise, I have many specialties including grief & loss, life transitions, depression, anxiety, stress, aging, religious /spiritual trauma, LGBTQIA+, somatic transformation.
You might be sad, depressed, stressed, anxious, scared, overwhelmed with it all. Maybe your relationship is hurting or you're feeling stuck in your life. Maybe you're dealing with a death loss or life transition. You don't have to go through your current life challenges alone. As a psychotherapist & grief coach for 38+ years, I've helped thousands of people move out of emotional pain and toward happier lives. If you're ready for growth and transformation on your journey toward wholeness, I can help. If you're curious and want to try something new, I provide individual and group ketamine sessions to gently catalyze your process.
Robin Powell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Tacoma, WA 98401 (Online Only)
Clients will often say “I went to a therapist and they just sat there and listened and nodded.” I’m more than a listen and nod therapist; I would describe myself as an action-oriented and interactive therapist. I work with clients to identify strengths and focus on negative self-talk that is creating a stagnant or distressing situation. Whether you are trying to overcome anxiety, master depression, cope with grief or loss, or survive your child’s teen years you will reach your goals more rapidly by focusing on your strengths. Let's work together to define your new chapter and move you forward.
Clients will often say “I went to a therapist and they just sat there and listened and nodded.” I’m more than a listen and nod therapist; I would describe myself as an action-oriented and interactive therapist. I work with clients to identify strengths and focus on negative self-talk that is creating a stagnant or distressing situation. Whether you are trying to overcome anxiety, master depression, cope with grief or loss, or survive your child’s teen years you will reach your goals more rapidly by focusing on your strengths. Let's work together to define your new chapter and move you forward.
Hello! My name is Tammy Ferguson and I have been a psychotherapist for over twenty years. I am passionate about helping people heal and grow. I believe when we are given the proper "container" or safe space, we are more likely to be able to access our inner knowing that can potentially lead to deep healing. I like to work with individuals who are wanting help navigating relationship issues, life transitions, grief, and/or trauma. In addition, I work with people who are dealing with spiritual issues such as religious trauma, deconstruction of faith, deconversion an/or spiritual abuse.
Hello! My name is Tammy Ferguson and I have been a psychotherapist for over twenty years. I am passionate about helping people heal and grow. I believe when we are given the proper "container" or safe space, we are more likely to be able to access our inner knowing that can potentially lead to deep healing. I like to work with individuals who are wanting help navigating relationship issues, life transitions, grief, and/or trauma. In addition, I work with people who are dealing with spiritual issues such as religious trauma, deconstruction of faith, deconversion an/or spiritual abuse.
Healing Grief And Anxiety Monique Ngo
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tacoma, WA 98405 (Online Only)
I am an integrative and culturally sensitive driven therapist who works with adults to unlearn systemic inequalities and process intergenerational trauma, grief, and anxiety, so you can confidently befriend your feelings, navigate life transitions, step into authenticity, and feel more at home in yourself. Often times when we are going through something difficult, it can be hard to see our way out. This may lead to spiraling thoughts, a lost sense of security and safety, thinking "I'm not good enough", consistently feeling on edge, and feeling disconnected from ourselves and others.
I am an integrative and culturally sensitive driven therapist who works with adults to unlearn systemic inequalities and process intergenerational trauma, grief, and anxiety, so you can confidently befriend your feelings, navigate life transitions, step into authenticity, and feel more at home in yourself. Often times when we are going through something difficult, it can be hard to see our way out. This may lead to spiraling thoughts, a lost sense of security and safety, thinking "I'm not good enough", consistently feeling on edge, and feeling disconnected from ourselves and others.
You're someone who is looking to find just the right fit in a counselor. Maybe you are experiencing grief, or having difficulty adjusting to life changes. Perhaps you have a general sense of dissatisfaction with life, or have specific things you want to work through. Or, maybe you're feeling trapped by anxiety, or past trauma, and you want to feel a sense of hope; to be seen, heard, and understood. There is no "one-size-fits-all" approach to therapy, and the things you may want to work on are important and unique.
You're someone who is looking to find just the right fit in a counselor. Maybe you are experiencing grief, or having difficulty adjusting to life changes. Perhaps you have a general sense of dissatisfaction with life, or have specific things you want to work through. Or, maybe you're feeling trapped by anxiety, or past trauma, and you want to feel a sense of hope; to be seen, heard, and understood. There is no "one-size-fits-all" approach to therapy, and the things you may want to work on are important and unique.
Sarah Hie
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Tacoma, WA 98403 (Online Only)
When grief and trauma appear in life, there is always a lack of choice; there is always a moment in which we have no control.
We are all authors to our own stories, and experts in our own lives. When our stories are silenced, harmed, or rejected, this can affect our lives and identities in many ways. It takes immense bravery to let a stranger look past the cover of your story, and you deserve a space where the chapters you wish to process will be handled with respect and care. Whether you are new to therapy or have been participating in therapy for years, I believe that my role is to sit with you wherever you are at in life. Therapy is hard work, and I honor this through taking our time together at your own pace.
When grief and trauma appear in life, there is always a lack of choice; there is always a moment in which we have no control.
We are all authors to our own stories, and experts in our own lives. When our stories are silenced, harmed, or rejected, this can affect our lives and identities in many ways. It takes immense bravery to let a stranger look past the cover of your story, and you deserve a space where the chapters you wish to process will be handled with respect and care. Whether you are new to therapy or have been participating in therapy for years, I believe that my role is to sit with you wherever you are at in life. Therapy is hard work, and I honor this through taking our time together at your own pace.
Are you feeling overwhelmed? Struggling with transition, trauma, or loss? Longing for a life that fits with who you truly are inside? Depression, grief, relationship issues, trauma, & anxiety can leave you exhausted, stuck in painful old patterns. But they can also be opportunities for growth. Therapy is a process of "tending the soul," as well as addressing life's problems. I especially like working with women in midlife. To learn more about finding balance in middle age, check out the "Recent Articles" section on my website: www.soulcarepsychotherapy.com/
Are you feeling overwhelmed? Struggling with transition, trauma, or loss? Longing for a life that fits with who you truly are inside? Depression, grief, relationship issues, trauma, & anxiety can leave you exhausted, stuck in painful old patterns. But they can also be opportunities for growth. Therapy is a process of "tending the soul," as well as addressing life's problems. I especially like working with women in midlife. To learn more about finding balance in middle age, check out the "Recent Articles" section on my website: www.soulcarepsychotherapy.com/
Jennae Phillippe
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Tacoma, WA 98465 (Online Only)
Grief can impact every other part of our lives, and by understanding the interconnectedness of different aspects of loss, we can move toward positive change and find purpose, meaning, and even happiness after loss.
Working through grief may be the hardest and most courageous thing any of us can do. Too many people feel alone, lost in their grief, unsure how to process such changes, or unable to let the loss go. Grief can show up in many different types of loss, and I am committed to helping people navigate complex feelings connected to the loss of relationships, jobs, identity, or loss of religion or spirituality. As a grief-focused therapist, my goal is to help clients understand and work through grief while honoring the past and remembering what or who has been lost. Don’t feel like you must take this journey alone.
Grief can impact every other part of our lives, and by understanding the interconnectedness of different aspects of loss, we can move toward positive change and find purpose, meaning, and even happiness after loss.
Working through grief may be the hardest and most courageous thing any of us can do. Too many people feel alone, lost in their grief, unsure how to process such changes, or unable to let the loss go. Grief can show up in many different types of loss, and I am committed to helping people navigate complex feelings connected to the loss of relationships, jobs, identity, or loss of religion or spirituality. As a grief-focused therapist, my goal is to help clients understand and work through grief while honoring the past and remembering what or who has been lost. Don’t feel like you must take this journey alone.
Moonrise Mental Health, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSWAIC
Verified Verified
Tacoma, WA 98444 (Online Only)
Whether you are experiencing a personal loss or a change in health, career or a major relationship, navigating your feelings and responses to these experiences can be supported through counseling.
I specialize in grief and loss, and offer support through life transitions such as: divorce, job loss, and health issues. My background is in gerontology and hospice care. I've worked with older adults and their caregivers in the health field since 2006. I use a strengths based, person-centered approach. My clinical focus includes working with people who identify as LGBTQIA+. I identify as Queer and celebrate the resilience that can be found in overcoming adversity through community and connection. I work with Veterans and their families. I advocate for healthcare equity for Transgender Veterans and gender non-conforming folks.
Whether you are experiencing a personal loss or a change in health, career or a major relationship, navigating your feelings and responses to these experiences can be supported through counseling.
I specialize in grief and loss, and offer support through life transitions such as: divorce, job loss, and health issues. My background is in gerontology and hospice care. I've worked with older adults and their caregivers in the health field since 2006. I use a strengths based, person-centered approach. My clinical focus includes working with people who identify as LGBTQIA+. I identify as Queer and celebrate the resilience that can be found in overcoming adversity through community and connection. I work with Veterans and their families. I advocate for healthcare equity for Transgender Veterans and gender non-conforming folks.
Karee Powers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Tacoma, WA 98406 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I have extensive experience working with complex trauma, combat trauma, sexual trauma and grief, depression, and anxiety.
I specialize in helping adults and adolescents who are struggling through difficult life situations. My hope is that my clients will begin to emerge from the experience with strength, insight and a sense of empowerment to address the next challenge with grace. Using a strengths-based approach, I employ concepts of cognitive therapy and mindfulness to increase self-awareness and choice within life's challenges. I also use EMDR, an evidence-based approach, to help release the impact of past experiences on current emotions, thoughts and behaviors including traumatic events and childhood trauma.
I have extensive experience working with complex trauma, combat trauma, sexual trauma and grief, depression, and anxiety.
I specialize in helping adults and adolescents who are struggling through difficult life situations. My hope is that my clients will begin to emerge from the experience with strength, insight and a sense of empowerment to address the next challenge with grace. Using a strengths-based approach, I employ concepts of cognitive therapy and mindfulness to increase self-awareness and choice within life's challenges. I also use EMDR, an evidence-based approach, to help release the impact of past experiences on current emotions, thoughts and behaviors including traumatic events and childhood trauma.
Grief, anxiety, trauma, and depression are a few of many maladaptive responses to life stresses I have worked with.
Our innate human desire and need for love and connection is undeniable. In my work with families, individuals and partners, I encourage my clients to uncover and share feelings that often lie underneath dysfunctional patterns and interactions. This systemic perspective also values reflection on the impact from our families of origin. I also aim to nurture a strong sense of identity and self worth, believing this is imperative in finding balance in our unpredictable, confusing world.
Grief, anxiety, trauma, and depression are a few of many maladaptive responses to life stresses I have worked with.
Our innate human desire and need for love and connection is undeniable. In my work with families, individuals and partners, I encourage my clients to uncover and share feelings that often lie underneath dysfunctional patterns and interactions. This systemic perspective also values reflection on the impact from our families of origin. I also aim to nurture a strong sense of identity and self worth, believing this is imperative in finding balance in our unpredictable, confusing world.
I also work with people experiencing grief and life transitions.
Hello, and welcome! My intention is to create the space and time for you to process your emotions, discover new aspects of yourself, and to feel more clarity and cohesion. If you have experienced trauma or chronic relational wounding, are experiencing anxiety or grief, you have come to the right place. Given the right opportunity, we all have the capacity for healing and growth, and to feel more joy and spaciousness for life's twists and turns, as well as more connected to ourselves and in our relationships.
I also work with people experiencing grief and life transitions.
Hello, and welcome! My intention is to create the space and time for you to process your emotions, discover new aspects of yourself, and to feel more clarity and cohesion. If you have experienced trauma or chronic relational wounding, are experiencing anxiety or grief, you have come to the right place. Given the right opportunity, we all have the capacity for healing and growth, and to feel more joy and spaciousness for life's twists and turns, as well as more connected to ourselves and in our relationships.
Amanda Allie
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Puyallup, WA 98374 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in using attachment-focused EMDR and cognitive behavior therapy to treat PTSD, grief/ loss, anxiety, recovery from abusive relationships, and developmental trauma.
We live in exciting and stressful times. If you’re struggling to adapt to the many changes happening, you’re not alone. And if you're reading this, you're on your way out of the struggle! Whether you’re experiencing anxiety, low self-esteem, trauma symptoms, or just having difficulty making positive changes in your life, therapy can help. I provide telehealth therapy sessions (no in-person), to fit better into your busy life. Together we will find solutions, improve your overall health and self-esteem, and help you live the kind of life you feel good about. I provide non-judgmental support and I will keep your concerns confidential.
I specialize in using attachment-focused EMDR and cognitive behavior therapy to treat PTSD, grief/ loss, anxiety, recovery from abusive relationships, and developmental trauma.
We live in exciting and stressful times. If you’re struggling to adapt to the many changes happening, you’re not alone. And if you're reading this, you're on your way out of the struggle! Whether you’re experiencing anxiety, low self-esteem, trauma symptoms, or just having difficulty making positive changes in your life, therapy can help. I provide telehealth therapy sessions (no in-person), to fit better into your busy life. Together we will find solutions, improve your overall health and self-esteem, and help you live the kind of life you feel good about. I provide non-judgmental support and I will keep your concerns confidential.
” Additionally, my scope of practice includes grief work.
We are living in challenging times. If you are struggling, it means you are human. Know that asking for help is a strength. My therapy is collaborative, client-centered, strength-based with a commitment to anti-oppression. I work from an attachment perspective that is emotionally focused. As a family therapist, I believe your family of origin influences the dynamics in your relationships and patterns of behavior. I believe connection is important in your healing. Thus, I work to create a safe therapeutic environment where growth can flourish. I bring my full self to my work – my optimism, my directness, my persistence, my humor.
” Additionally, my scope of practice includes grief work.
We are living in challenging times. If you are struggling, it means you are human. Know that asking for help is a strength. My therapy is collaborative, client-centered, strength-based with a commitment to anti-oppression. I work from an attachment perspective that is emotionally focused. As a family therapist, I believe your family of origin influences the dynamics in your relationships and patterns of behavior. I believe connection is important in your healing. Thus, I work to create a safe therapeutic environment where growth can flourish. I bring my full self to my work – my optimism, my directness, my persistence, my humor.
Mallory Mackie
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Tacoma, WA 98405 (Online Only)
You may be feeling unfulfilled or overwhelmed, or maybe you are beating yourself up with thoughts that you are a failure and to blame for where you are now. You’ve been stuck like this for some time and it’s hard to imagine things changing. Many of my clients are people who are ‘new’ to therapy, although they are not new to pain. Whether you have experienced neglect or abuse, are navigating major life changes or grieving a loss, or just struggling managing your emotions, I work with people who feel unworthy of love or struggle to feel compassion for themselves.
You may be feeling unfulfilled or overwhelmed, or maybe you are beating yourself up with thoughts that you are a failure and to blame for where you are now. You’ve been stuck like this for some time and it’s hard to imagine things changing. Many of my clients are people who are ‘new’ to therapy, although they are not new to pain. Whether you have experienced neglect or abuse, are navigating major life changes or grieving a loss, or just struggling managing your emotions, I work with people who feel unworthy of love or struggle to feel compassion for themselves.
Clients typically come to me with concerns regarding relationship difficulties, LBGTQ+ challenges, codependency, anxiety, depression, trauma, gender identity, sexual identity, self-esteem, interpersonal relationship challenges, breakups/divorce, career change, and grief and loss. My ideal client is someone looking to build a long-term therapeutic relationship that centers their wellbeing.
Clients typically come to me with concerns regarding relationship difficulties, LBGTQ+ challenges, codependency, anxiety, depression, trauma, gender identity, sexual identity, self-esteem, interpersonal relationship challenges, breakups/divorce, career change, and grief and loss. My ideal client is someone looking to build a long-term therapeutic relationship that centers their wellbeing.
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Grief Therapists
How long does therapy take for grief?
There is no exact timeline for grief counseling. Some people may start to feel better after just a few sessions, while others may take months or longer to feel relief. Some specific approaches, including some types of CBT, may involve a set number of sessions, or therapy may be open-ended until the patient determines they are ready to wrap up. Just as there is no right or wrong way to grieve, there is no right or wrong way to seek therapy for grief.
When should you seek therapy for grief?
Many people mistakenly believe that their grief needs to be debilitating or all-encompassing to warrant therapy. This is not the case. While people who experience severe, prolonged grief—particularly those who are considering self-harm or engaging in unhealthy substance use—are especially likely to benefit from therapy, so too are people whose grief is less intense but still interfering with well-being or daily functioning. In practice, almost anyone struggling to process a loss could benefit from grief counseling.
Can grief be managed without therapy?
Oftentimes, yes. Grief is a near-universal part of being human, and many find that their grief, while profound, does not stop them from participating in day-to-day life and steadily eases over time without outside help. For others, however, the harsh pain of early grief persists for months or years or leaves them unable to function. This group is especially likely to benefit from seeing a therapist, who can guide them through their grief and help them reconnect with the world.
What happens if grief is left untreated?
Because grief does not in itself necessitate therapy, untreated grief will often resolve on its own. However, for some people—particularly those who would qualify for a diagnosis of prolonged grief disorder—untreated grief can be a source of seemingly endless pain or lead them to withdraw from the world. In such cases, treatment can be indispensable, as it can help an individual adapt to the loss and start living again.