Transgender Therapists in Fircrest, WA
Hi! I'm Lou. I work with queer and trans young adults. Therapy can be challenging, but it can also be beautiful and healing. It is my goal to meet you with compassion, support, and a safe space to help you through whatever difficulties or pain you may be experiencing. As a part of the Queer and trans community, I understand how important representation and connection is. Of course, we all have our own unique stories. Your story is not my story, and my story is not yours. However, I find that it is incredibly helpful (and dare I say, healing even) to have that common understanding and shared experience with my clients.
Hi! I'm Lou. I work with queer and trans young adults. Therapy can be challenging, but it can also be beautiful and healing. It is my goal to meet you with compassion, support, and a safe space to help you through whatever difficulties or pain you may be experiencing. As a part of the Queer and trans community, I understand how important representation and connection is. Of course, we all have our own unique stories. Your story is not my story, and my story is not yours. However, I find that it is incredibly helpful (and dare I say, healing even) to have that common understanding and shared experience with my clients.
I am dedicated to helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life's challenges and achieve their goals. I believe that therapy can be a transformative experience that provides clients with the tools and insights they need to live more fulfilling lives.
I am dedicated to helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life's challenges and achieve their goals. I believe that therapy can be a transformative experience that provides clients with the tools and insights they need to live more fulfilling lives.
Are you experiencing feelings of anxiety, fear, depression, shame, guilt and worthlessness? Have you experienced trauma and continue to be triggered? Want a change? Embrace the grace, power and strength that enabled you to survive challenging circumstances in the past! If you are ready for some transformative work, then I am happy and excited to help guide you on your inner journey of exploration and transformation! I will support you and provide a safe place for this journey to unfold.
Are you experiencing feelings of anxiety, fear, depression, shame, guilt and worthlessness? Have you experienced trauma and continue to be triggered? Want a change? Embrace the grace, power and strength that enabled you to survive challenging circumstances in the past! If you are ready for some transformative work, then I am happy and excited to help guide you on your inner journey of exploration and transformation! I will support you and provide a safe place for this journey to unfold.
Hi there! I am a licensed mental health counselor in Washington with twelve years of experience working in a variety of mental health programs. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns such as depression, anxiety, behavioral issues, relationship issues, parenting skills, and have additional training specializing in work with trauma. Please note, my experience with dissociative disorders cannot be considered a "specialization," I am actively in training to diagnose and treat dissociative disorders under supervision; I would consider myself "competent" and welcome any clients or systems seeking treatment to reach out.
Hi there! I am a licensed mental health counselor in Washington with twelve years of experience working in a variety of mental health programs. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns such as depression, anxiety, behavioral issues, relationship issues, parenting skills, and have additional training specializing in work with trauma. Please note, my experience with dissociative disorders cannot be considered a "specialization," I am actively in training to diagnose and treat dissociative disorders under supervision; I would consider myself "competent" and welcome any clients or systems seeking treatment to reach out.
Annalise Hertler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Fircrest, WA 98466
Waitlist for new clients
Whether it be navigating a stressful life transition, feeling out of control in your environment, or finally feeling ready to process your past—everyone could use some additional support sometimes. Whatever it may be, we can figure it out together! My practice is centered around a client focused, strengths based, and trauma informed perspective. At my core I believe that the therapeutic alliance and relationship are integral to the success of an intervention, and I enjoy utilizing humor to strengthen and develop the therapeutic relationship!
Whether it be navigating a stressful life transition, feeling out of control in your environment, or finally feeling ready to process your past—everyone could use some additional support sometimes. Whatever it may be, we can figure it out together! My practice is centered around a client focused, strengths based, and trauma informed perspective. At my core I believe that the therapeutic alliance and relationship are integral to the success of an intervention, and I enjoy utilizing humor to strengthen and develop the therapeutic relationship!
Michelle Van Aken Certified Brainspotting Practitioner
Counselor, LMHC, LPCC
Verified Verified
Fircrest, WA 98466
As a compassionate and attuned therapist and Brainspotting practitioner, my mission is to provide a safe and supportive space for you to explore and transform the challenges you face. Together, we will unlock the power of your brain's natural healing abilities, leading you towards a more fulfilling and authentic life. I am a dedicated and empathic therapist with a passion for helping navigate emotional landscapes. With specialized training in Brainspotting, a cutting-edge approach in trauma and stress resolution, as well as other modalities, I offer you a unique therapeutic experience tailored to your specific needs.
As a compassionate and attuned therapist and Brainspotting practitioner, my mission is to provide a safe and supportive space for you to explore and transform the challenges you face. Together, we will unlock the power of your brain's natural healing abilities, leading you towards a more fulfilling and authentic life. I am a dedicated and empathic therapist with a passion for helping navigate emotional landscapes. With specialized training in Brainspotting, a cutting-edge approach in trauma and stress resolution, as well as other modalities, I offer you a unique therapeutic experience tailored to your specific needs.
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Pride Counseling NW
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MEd, LMFT
Verified Verified
17 Endorsed
University Place, WA 98466
Areas of Focus: Therapy for LGBTQ-specific issues, Gender Identity and Transgender support, Depression and Anxiety, Trauma, Low Self Esteem, Relationship Issues, Sex & Intimacy, Parenting, Grief & Bereavement, Stress Management, Goal Setting & Barrier Reduction, Adolescent Therapy, Therapy for Couples, Therapy for Poly folks, Therapy for Kinky folks.
Pride Counseling NW provides therapy for couples, individuals, and families of ALL kinds. If you're feeling powerless in the face of your problems, unhappy in your relationships, and "stuck" in your life, we'd like to help. Let's talk about what you're good at. Let's talk about what you want. Let's talk about how to get there.
Areas of Focus: Therapy for LGBTQ-specific issues, Gender Identity and Transgender support, Depression and Anxiety, Trauma, Low Self Esteem, Relationship Issues, Sex & Intimacy, Parenting, Grief & Bereavement, Stress Management, Goal Setting & Barrier Reduction, Adolescent Therapy, Therapy for Couples, Therapy for Poly folks, Therapy for Kinky folks.
Pride Counseling NW provides therapy for couples, individuals, and families of ALL kinds. If you're feeling powerless in the face of your problems, unhappy in your relationships, and "stuck" in your life, we'd like to help. Let's talk about what you're good at. Let's talk about what you want. Let's talk about how to get there.
I have a special interest in working with clients who are poor; under educated; of senior age; veterans; or who are part of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer (LGBTQ) community.
Hello, I'm Shawn Berthel, (M.S., LCMHC). In my private practice, I believe you can be helped to make shifts in your behavior and thinking processes, to create awareness of your issues, and to change the areas you wish to correct. You will be encouraged to empower yourself, and become a partner in your own self-care. These changes may be slow or difficult at first. However, I know that you have the innate power to maximize your strengths and seek out necessary support, so you can move forward positively into a new life filled with opportunity.
I have a special interest in working with clients who are poor; under educated; of senior age; veterans; or who are part of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer (LGBTQ) community.
Hello, I'm Shawn Berthel, (M.S., LCMHC). In my private practice, I believe you can be helped to make shifts in your behavior and thinking processes, to create awareness of your issues, and to change the areas you wish to correct. You will be encouraged to empower yourself, and become a partner in your own self-care. These changes may be slow or difficult at first. However, I know that you have the innate power to maximize your strengths and seek out necessary support, so you can move forward positively into a new life filled with opportunity.
Kristina Betz
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA, CAS
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
University Place, WA 98466 (Online Only)
I am particularly passionate about working with individuals and couples grappling with sex and intimacy issues, gender dysphoria, anxiety, shame, guilt, self-esteem, trauma, and everyday life together.
I currently am accepting clients. Everyone is welcome in this space; I believe that each person has innate abilities and strengths to help them overcome challenges to improve their lives and relationships. I fully support and affirm BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, polyamorous, kink, BDSM, and other marginalized communities. I am also offering a weekly in person couples group starting in January 2025, this group aims to provide couples with a supportive group environment where they can develop better communication skills, address conflicts, and strengthen their relationships. For more information please reach out!
I am particularly passionate about working with individuals and couples grappling with sex and intimacy issues, gender dysphoria, anxiety, shame, guilt, self-esteem, trauma, and everyday life together.
I currently am accepting clients. Everyone is welcome in this space; I believe that each person has innate abilities and strengths to help them overcome challenges to improve their lives and relationships. I fully support and affirm BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, polyamorous, kink, BDSM, and other marginalized communities. I am also offering a weekly in person couples group starting in January 2025, this group aims to provide couples with a supportive group environment where they can develop better communication skills, address conflicts, and strengthen their relationships. For more information please reach out!
For 2 decades I have empowered and walked beside many clients as they have overcome difficult and stressful issues in their lives. While I am comfortable working with many mental health issues, I have developed special interest in walking beside woman in their journey with cancer, working with individuals on the gender spectrum, working with adolescents, and walking along side of people who are experiencing grief and depression. I believe that I easily hold out hope for others until they can hope for themselves.
For 2 decades I have empowered and walked beside many clients as they have overcome difficult and stressful issues in their lives. While I am comfortable working with many mental health issues, I have developed special interest in walking beside woman in their journey with cancer, working with individuals on the gender spectrum, working with adolescents, and walking along side of people who are experiencing grief and depression. I believe that I easily hold out hope for others until they can hope for themselves.
Stevie Long
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LCFTA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Tacoma, WA 98406
My number one goal as a therapist is to establish a trusting and respectful relationship with my client(s). Your trust in me is my genuine priority. I work with adolescents (14+), individuals, families and couples. I am a trans and LGBTQIA+ affirming Therapist. I believe that the mind and physical body are intrinsically connected, and that mental health is the loving balance between the two. Finding that balance looks different for every individual and relationship. When you come into this therapeutic space it is my intention to meet you where you're at, not where you think you should be.
My number one goal as a therapist is to establish a trusting and respectful relationship with my client(s). Your trust in me is my genuine priority. I work with adolescents (14+), individuals, families and couples. I am a trans and LGBTQIA+ affirming Therapist. I believe that the mind and physical body are intrinsically connected, and that mental health is the loving balance between the two. Finding that balance looks different for every individual and relationship. When you come into this therapeutic space it is my intention to meet you where you're at, not where you think you should be.
Karee Powers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Tacoma, WA 98406 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
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 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.
Steffanee Holt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
University Place, WA 98466
As a WA State Certified DV Provider, I am now offering Court Ordered Evaluations. I believe there are times in a person's life when they need a trusted and confidential ally who can help a person explore the causes of his/her thoughts, feelings, or behaviors and develop new ways of thinking, acting and feeling. I am committed to helping individuals, couples and families achieve these goals in an environment that emphasizes confidentiality, respect, trust and compassion.
As a WA State Certified DV Provider, I am now offering Court Ordered Evaluations. I believe there are times in a person's life when they need a trusted and confidential ally who can help a person explore the causes of his/her thoughts, feelings, or behaviors and develop new ways of thinking, acting and feeling. I am committed to helping individuals, couples and families achieve these goals in an environment that emphasizes confidentiality, respect, trust and compassion.
This first step is hard. I see you. I specialize in working with trauma and relational ruptures throughout the lifetime - this may be a single incident trauma, developmental or attachment trauma, trust violations, communication, intimacy, or emotional overwhelm. I support those who are poly, ENM, kinky, queer, trans, living with HIV, and those who do consensual sex work.
This first step is hard. I see you. I specialize in working with trauma and relational ruptures throughout the lifetime - this may be a single incident trauma, developmental or attachment trauma, trust violations, communication, intimacy, or emotional overwhelm. I support those who are poly, ENM, kinky, queer, trans, living with HIV, and those who do consensual sex work.
I am a licensed therapist practicing in Pierce County since 2013. I have a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Washington as well as a minor in Criminal Justice. I went on to get my Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology from Saint Martin’s University. I work with clients from teen years into middle adulthood. My areas of expertise are managing depression and anxiety, trauma, eating disorders, self-esteem, relationships, sexuality/LGBTQA, life changes, communication, personal exploration. I have completed additional education on body inclusiveness, shame and resilience, complex trauma, and eating disorders.
I am a licensed therapist practicing in Pierce County since 2013. I have a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Washington as well as a minor in Criminal Justice. I went on to get my Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology from Saint Martin’s University. I work with clients from teen years into middle adulthood. My areas of expertise are managing depression and anxiety, trauma, eating disorders, self-esteem, relationships, sexuality/LGBTQA, life changes, communication, personal exploration. I have completed additional education on body inclusiveness, shame and resilience, complex trauma, and eating disorders.
I am currently offering both Telehealth and in-person sessions. I work specifically with clients who have a desire to learn more about themselves, and to increase their experience of vulnerability. While employing a holistic mind, body and spirit perspective, my approach validates each client as having the answers and abilities within themselves to become the best person they can be.
I am currently offering both Telehealth and in-person sessions. I work specifically with clients who have a desire to learn more about themselves, and to increase their experience of vulnerability. While employing a holistic mind, body and spirit perspective, my approach validates each client as having the answers and abilities within themselves to become the best person they can be.
Graham holds a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology from The Seattle School of Theology and Psychology. Graham employs a variety of therapeutic modalities (including somatic, narrative, mindfulness, Internal Family Systems and psychodynamic approaches), but his primary focus is utilizing the relationship between therapist and client to foster change. Graham believes we all experience pain, sadness, fear, anger, trauma and uncertainty; these feelings and experiences are often pushed away and can result in distressing or unwanted behaviors.
Graham holds a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology from The Seattle School of Theology and Psychology. Graham employs a variety of therapeutic modalities (including somatic, narrative, mindfulness, Internal Family Systems and psychodynamic approaches), but his primary focus is utilizing the relationship between therapist and client to foster change. Graham believes we all experience pain, sadness, fear, anger, trauma and uncertainty; these feelings and experiences are often pushed away and can result in distressing or unwanted behaviors.
Now offering adult (16+) autism assessments starting in December. We experience challenges in our lives. Sometimes we feel stuck in unhelpful thought patterns or behaviors. Perhaps you are struggling in with communication in your relationships. Or you have been noticing an inability to focus. There may even be times where you feel like you don't understand who you are. No matter what is bringing you to therapy, you are not broken. We are all shaped by our experiences, and my job is to guide you as we explore these experiences together to try and make sense of them and heal. Let's start your journey today.
Now offering adult (16+) autism assessments starting in December. We experience challenges in our lives. Sometimes we feel stuck in unhelpful thought patterns or behaviors. Perhaps you are struggling in with communication in your relationships. Or you have been noticing an inability to focus. There may even be times where you feel like you don't understand who you are. No matter what is bringing you to therapy, you are not broken. We are all shaped by our experiences, and my job is to guide you as we explore these experiences together to try and make sense of them and heal. Let's start your journey today.
My passion is in helping people and those they love find peace as they navigate anxiety, depression, stress, and faith transitions. I enjoy working with LGBTQIA youth, individuals, couples and their families. I also have experience with compulsive eating, and self-esteem struggles. Additionally, I have training in guiding couples as they struggle to reconnect, improve their communication, and address concerns around sexual intimacy.
My passion is in helping people and those they love find peace as they navigate anxiety, depression, stress, and faith transitions. I enjoy working with LGBTQIA youth, individuals, couples and their families. I also have experience with compulsive eating, and self-esteem struggles. Additionally, I have training in guiding couples as they struggle to reconnect, improve their communication, and address concerns around sexual intimacy.
Kailee Nuttall
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
University Place, WA 98466
My ideal client is anyone that is ready to work on themselves or their relationships. I am willing to help anyone who needs help with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, behavioral issues, among many others.
My ideal client is anyone that is ready to work on themselves or their relationships. I am willing to help anyone who needs help with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, behavioral issues, among many others.
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As a gender-diverse individual, why might I want to see a therapist who is also gender diverse?
A trans or gender-diverse client may want to see a therapist who is also trans or gender diverse because the client may feel safer sharing their experiences and more confident that the therapist will understand, validate, and support them. But trans or gender-diverse clients can also benefit from therapy with cisgender therapists; this is a personal decision based on the connection between the client and the therapist, and if that connection is strong, therapy will be successful.
What if I cannot find a therapist who shares my gender identity?
Therapy can still be effective if a therapist does not share a client’s gender identity; a large body of research indicates that the most important factor in successful therapy is the therapeutic alliance. A therapist can also be interviewed for sensitivity and competence on gender identity and expression to ensure they possess appropriate knowledge and skills. Many therapists have excellent training and extensive experience working with gender-diverse clients, and that expertise can be invaluable despite a therapist not sharing the same firsthand experiences.
How can I recognize a good therapist for working with gender-diverse clients?
An experienced therapist should be able to help clients explore their gender identity and expression, alleviate discomfort related to their gender identity, treat mental health challenges and trauma, address existing relationships and communication with family members and loved ones, and determine the next steps pertaining to nonmedical or medical gender-affirming interventions. To recognize a good therapist, clients can ask about these topics and explore their comfort and connection with the clinician.
How might I inquire about a therapist’s experience working with transgender clients?
Clients should feel comfortable asking therapists directly about their experience working with transgender or gender-diverse clientele. For example, clients may ask about the therapist’s training and education with regard to gender identity, how many trans clients they’ve worked with in the past, and what sorts of matters were discussed. You may wish to inquire how a therapist specifically supports the needs of transgender clients or clients questioning their gender identity. A good clinician who is nonetheless not the right fit for you is often happy to make referrals to others based on the concerns you articulate in a preliminary conversation.