Therapists in Gig Harbor, WA
We offer individual and group therapy for a variety of concerns, including issues related to anxiety, depression, trauma, grief/loss, pandemic issues, adjustment, attachment, behavior, school problems, identity, and substance abuse.
I am a partner in Summit Health Management, a group founded by an eclectic partnership of four established, experienced providers with the vision of offering a variety of therapeutic services to meet the needs of children, adolescents, adults, elders, couples, and families in our community. Our group’s mission is to provide the region with experienced, compassionate, professional, and proficient mental and behavioral health care. We offer a therapy and psychiatric care for all ages, presentations, relationships and disorders, including individual, couples, family and group therapy, as well as substance abuse recovery for all ages.
We offer individual and group therapy for a variety of concerns, including issues related to anxiety, depression, trauma, grief/loss, pandemic issues, adjustment, attachment, behavior, school problems, identity, and substance abuse.
I am a partner in Summit Health Management, a group founded by an eclectic partnership of four established, experienced providers with the vision of offering a variety of therapeutic services to meet the needs of children, adolescents, adults, elders, couples, and families in our community. Our group’s mission is to provide the region with experienced, compassionate, professional, and proficient mental and behavioral health care. We offer a therapy and psychiatric care for all ages, presentations, relationships and disorders, including individual, couples, family and group therapy, as well as substance abuse recovery for all ages.
A few of my specialties: children's issues, anxiety, depression, PTSD, emotional intelligence, intercultural/interracial issues, foster care, adoption, attachment, OCD, male issues, teen/tween struggles, setting boundaries, dealing with/recovering from narcissistic relationships, sensory processing issues, loss, Christian spirituality.
My approach is person-centered, relationally-based, and narrative. I work with a wide variety of clientele, but some of my strengths include working with children and families, working with men, and integrating culture and spirituality, especially Christian spirituality, into the treatment plan, if desired.
A few of my specialties: children's issues, anxiety, depression, PTSD, emotional intelligence, intercultural/interracial issues, foster care, adoption, attachment, OCD, male issues, teen/tween struggles, setting boundaries, dealing with/recovering from narcissistic relationships, sensory processing issues, loss, Christian spirituality.
My approach is person-centered, relationally-based, and narrative. I work with a wide variety of clientele, but some of my strengths include working with children and families, working with men, and integrating culture and spirituality, especially Christian spirituality, into the treatment plan, if desired.
Benjamin Michael Shafer
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA, MA, MS
Verified Verified
Gig Harbor, WA 98329
I see the fact that you are here looking for a therapist as immensely brave. I honor your courage. I genuinely love people. My personal experiences with childhood trauma, family relationships, religion, and the sciences have granted me opportunities to empathize with and understand a diverse range of emotional, mental, and relational issues and to apply effective treatment methods for my clients. I am aware that my privilege and life opportunities require me to be intentional about providing a safe space for my clients, especially those who have experienced marginalization and societal oppression and I consistently strive to do so.
I see the fact that you are here looking for a therapist as immensely brave. I honor your courage. I genuinely love people. My personal experiences with childhood trauma, family relationships, religion, and the sciences have granted me opportunities to empathize with and understand a diverse range of emotional, mental, and relational issues and to apply effective treatment methods for my clients. I am aware that my privilege and life opportunities require me to be intentional about providing a safe space for my clients, especially those who have experienced marginalization and societal oppression and I consistently strive to do so.
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Assisting people in accessing their natural ability to heal themselves through the power of the vagus nerve not only reduces anxiety and depression symptoms but also allows people to feel empowered to use their bodies in service of the mind.
I too am a Woman, Mother, Partner, Daughter, Sister and Friend. I marvel at the mysteries of women and the sacred bonds they have with their children. I admire any woman who has dared to love and had their heart broken. I rise and walk with my sisters when they fall from the pressures of everyday life. I seek to understand how I can be of service to women and children of my community. I listen, wholeheartedly to the cry of grief when it seems like no one else seems to be listening. I am here to hold the space for you and yours.
Assisting people in accessing their natural ability to heal themselves through the power of the vagus nerve not only reduces anxiety and depression symptoms but also allows people to feel empowered to use their bodies in service of the mind.
I too am a Woman, Mother, Partner, Daughter, Sister and Friend. I marvel at the mysteries of women and the sacred bonds they have with their children. I admire any woman who has dared to love and had their heart broken. I rise and walk with my sisters when they fall from the pressures of everyday life. I seek to understand how I can be of service to women and children of my community. I listen, wholeheartedly to the cry of grief when it seems like no one else seems to be listening. I am here to hold the space for you and yours.
I believe that the relationship to our self is the most important relationship that we will ever have. A bond with a therapist who witnesses and understands us in a nonjudgmental way can be a wonderful ally in improving that relationship and making positive changes in our lives. Trauma, attachment issues, toxic families of origin, oppression, grief, and ancestral/family patterns are just some just some examples that can cause suffering that motivates someone to start therapy. I have experience working with clients with depression, anxiety, panic attacks, PTSD, and other mood disorders that make it difficult to function in life.
I believe that the relationship to our self is the most important relationship that we will ever have. A bond with a therapist who witnesses and understands us in a nonjudgmental way can be a wonderful ally in improving that relationship and making positive changes in our lives. Trauma, attachment issues, toxic families of origin, oppression, grief, and ancestral/family patterns are just some just some examples that can cause suffering that motivates someone to start therapy. I have experience working with clients with depression, anxiety, panic attacks, PTSD, and other mood disorders that make it difficult to function in life.
Josh Weed
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, CSAT, EMMHS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tacoma, WA 98403
As a therapist, it is my mission to help you live a joyful, vibrant life, even if you are facing life circumstances or mental health issues that are less than ideal. I specialize in helping individuals and couples, and have experience helping with compulsive sexual behavior, ADHD/ADD, depression, OCD, anxiety, and/or PTSD resulting from abusive situations. I also help couples who feel as though they no longer "connect" or who don't feel as close as they once felt. I believe you have the strength to reach your goals, and lead a joyful life.
As a therapist, it is my mission to help you live a joyful, vibrant life, even if you are facing life circumstances or mental health issues that are less than ideal. I specialize in helping individuals and couples, and have experience helping with compulsive sexual behavior, ADHD/ADD, depression, OCD, anxiety, and/or PTSD resulting from abusive situations. I also help couples who feel as though they no longer "connect" or who don't feel as close as they once felt. I believe you have the strength to reach your goals, and lead a joyful life.
What do you want most out of life, your relationships, and the experience of being you? The key to healing is within you and in therapy I can support you in overcoming the obstacles that have gotten in the way. I have a special interest in helping clients feel at ease in their body, mind, and spirit which is often essential for those healing from relational abuse or adverse childhood experiences.
What do you want most out of life, your relationships, and the experience of being you? The key to healing is within you and in therapy I can support you in overcoming the obstacles that have gotten in the way. I have a special interest in helping clients feel at ease in their body, mind, and spirit which is often essential for those healing from relational abuse or adverse childhood experiences.
A strong belief in prevention and early intervention of adverse childhood experiences inspires my work with children, parents, and families. Adverse childhood experiences can have lasting impact and influence our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors in the present. A strong component of my clinical practice is finding and building resiliency in the presence of adverse childhood experiences.
A strong belief in prevention and early intervention of adverse childhood experiences inspires my work with children, parents, and families. Adverse childhood experiences can have lasting impact and influence our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors in the present. A strong component of my clinical practice is finding and building resiliency in the presence of adverse childhood experiences.
Online Therapists
Giselle Montemayor Solis
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFTA, MHP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98146 (Online Only)
Soy una terapeuta sexual que habla inglés y español. Como terapeuta, fomento un espacio que fomenta la empatía, la comprensión y la compasión, mientras que desafío de manera gentil a mis clientes. Soy una orgullosa terapeuta Latinx, dedicada a respetar las historias y metas únicas de cada cliente. Juntos, podemos explorar narrativas relacionadas con el sexo y la sexualidad, navegar a través de experiencias de depresión, ansiedad, culpa, abuso sexual y vergüenza, y discutir temas relacionados con la expresión de género. Mi objetivo principal es empoderar a mis clientes y proporcionar un espacio seguro.
Soy una terapeuta sexual que habla inglés y español. Como terapeuta, fomento un espacio que fomenta la empatía, la comprensión y la compasión, mientras que desafío de manera gentil a mis clientes. Soy una orgullosa terapeuta Latinx, dedicada a respetar las historias y metas únicas de cada cliente. Juntos, podemos explorar narrativas relacionadas con el sexo y la sexualidad, navegar a través de experiencias de depresión, ansiedad, culpa, abuso sexual y vergüenza, y discutir temas relacionados con la expresión de género. Mi objetivo principal es empoderar a mis clientes y proporcionar un espacio seguro.
Mi especialización se centra en trabajar con adultos en temas de depresión, ansiedad, duelo, autoestima, afrontamiento y/o experiencias traumaticas. Mi enfoque terapéutico se basa en la Terapia Cognitivo-Conductual, específicamente en la Terapia de Aceptación y Compromiso (ACT). Además, incorporo elementos de terapias basadas en relaciones de apego, la corporeidad y los sistemas familiares.
Mi especialización se centra en trabajar con adultos en temas de depresión, ansiedad, duelo, autoestima, afrontamiento y/o experiencias traumaticas. Mi enfoque terapéutico se basa en la Terapia Cognitivo-Conductual, específicamente en la Terapia de Aceptación y Compromiso (ACT). Además, incorporo elementos de terapias basadas en relaciones de apego, la corporeidad y los sistemas familiares.
Olga Lopez-Rangel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSWAIC, MHP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bellevue, WA 98007
Las evaluaciones de inmigración y el apoyo a los adolescentes son mis pasiones. Disfruto trabajar con personas de todas las razas, etnias y culturas, y me apasiona defender cuestiones de justicia social. Creo que cuando ocurren transgresiones y causan trauma, uno debería tener un lugar donde encontrar seguridad. Yo mismo tengo dislexia y HSP (personalidad altamente sensible), que han presentado desafíos en mi vida, pero he aprendido a usarlos como los regalos que son. Por ejemplo, ser muy sensible me permite ser un excelente oyente empático y mi dislexia a veces me permite ver posibilidades de crecimiento que otros no podrían ver.
Las evaluaciones de inmigración y el apoyo a los adolescentes son mis pasiones. Disfruto trabajar con personas de todas las razas, etnias y culturas, y me apasiona defender cuestiones de justicia social. Creo que cuando ocurren transgresiones y causan trauma, uno debería tener un lugar donde encontrar seguridad. Yo mismo tengo dislexia y HSP (personalidad altamente sensible), que han presentado desafíos en mi vida, pero he aprendido a usarlos como los regalos que son. Por ejemplo, ser muy sensible me permite ser un excelente oyente empático y mi dislexia a veces me permite ver posibilidades de crecimiento que otros no podrían ver.
Portia Bajwa
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98102 (Online Only)
Ofrezco servicios terapéuticos en español para adultos y parejas que quieren comprenderse y aprender estrategias para mejorar la salud mental.
Ofrezco servicios terapéuticos en español para adultos y parejas que quieren comprenderse y aprender estrategias para mejorar la salud mental.
Rosalva Aguilar
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98115 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Mental Health therapist with 8 years of experience working with different age group clients and a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, trauma, anger management, self-image, suicide, OCD and ADHD.
I am a Licensed Mental Health therapist with 8 years of experience working with different age group clients and a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, trauma, anger management, self-image, suicide, OCD and ADHD.
Hello, I am Virginia (Gigi) a psychotherapist, registered dietitian, yoga and mindfulness teacher. I enjoy working with clients who are interested in deepening self-exploration, looking to improve their relationship with themselves and others, and navigate diverse mental health challenges such as developmental and adult trauma, post traumatic stress, depression, and anxiety. I also specialize and enjoy working with individuals that are challenged with disordered eating/eating disorders and who desire to improve and heal their relationship with food and body.
Hello, I am Virginia (Gigi) a psychotherapist, registered dietitian, yoga and mindfulness teacher. I enjoy working with clients who are interested in deepening self-exploration, looking to improve their relationship with themselves and others, and navigate diverse mental health challenges such as developmental and adult trauma, post traumatic stress, depression, and anxiety. I also specialize and enjoy working with individuals that are challenged with disordered eating/eating disorders and who desire to improve and heal their relationship with food and body.
Ellen Hresko Counseling, PLLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Bainbridge Island, WA 98110
I help individuals struggling with anxiety, depression; couple/relational conflict; familial conflict; parenting; life-stage transitions; and trauma.
I counsel teens and their parents, as well as adults and couples who are experiencing a wide range of psychological and relationship difficulties due to parent child conflict, major life transitions, grief and loss and recent or historic trauma. My approach is systemic, meaning that I try to understand human problems in terms of the complex set of psychological and social systems in which they are embedded - family, social, cultural, educational and emotional experiences. I have specialized training and experience in working with Couples using Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) as well as Anxiety, Depression andtrauma/PTSD.
I help individuals struggling with anxiety, depression; couple/relational conflict; familial conflict; parenting; life-stage transitions; and trauma.
I counsel teens and their parents, as well as adults and couples who are experiencing a wide range of psychological and relationship difficulties due to parent child conflict, major life transitions, grief and loss and recent or historic trauma. My approach is systemic, meaning that I try to understand human problems in terms of the complex set of psychological and social systems in which they are embedded - family, social, cultural, educational and emotional experiences. I have specialized training and experience in working with Couples using Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) as well as Anxiety, Depression andtrauma/PTSD.
We have over 40 therapists to help you with whatever you are experiencing. From anxiety to depression to relationship struggles, we've got you covered. We will match you with the provider that works best for you. If it's not a good fit, no worries. We can easily match you with another therapist. We accept insurance and can quickly get you an appointment. Just give us a call or email us and we'll reach out to start getting you the help you need.
We have over 40 therapists to help you with whatever you are experiencing. From anxiety to depression to relationship struggles, we've got you covered. We will match you with the provider that works best for you. If it's not a good fit, no worries. We can easily match you with another therapist. We accept insurance and can quickly get you an appointment. Just give us a call or email us and we'll reach out to start getting you the help you need.
Mill Creek Family Services - Counseling Group
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Mill Creek, WA 98012
Our services are designed to help you and the ones you love overcome personal, relationship and family difficulties. Whether you are experiencing challenges in your personal relationships, or struggling with depression, anxiety, stress or addictions, we are here for you. We help you develop skills and insights that can immediately make a positive difference in your life. We know that everybody needs help through tough times. Our Mill Creek Family Services counselors are here for you, helping you get your life back on track.
Our services are designed to help you and the ones you love overcome personal, relationship and family difficulties. Whether you are experiencing challenges in your personal relationships, or struggling with depression, anxiety, stress or addictions, we are here for you. We help you develop skills and insights that can immediately make a positive difference in your life. We know that everybody needs help through tough times. Our Mill Creek Family Services counselors are here for you, helping you get your life back on track.
I have 14 years experience offering therapy services to individuals, couples, and families, both in English and Spanish. I offer services via telehealth or in-office, and have lunch-time and evening appointments available. I help clients undergoing difficult times in their lives who may be experiencing anxiety, depression, grief and loss, trauma, issues of identity, lifestyle issues, or issues involving parenting or being part of a couple, among others. As my client, I meet you where you are at and I aim to provide insights and guidance while at the same time honoring your autonomy and agency in determining your own life’s path.
I have 14 years experience offering therapy services to individuals, couples, and families, both in English and Spanish. I offer services via telehealth or in-office, and have lunch-time and evening appointments available. I help clients undergoing difficult times in their lives who may be experiencing anxiety, depression, grief and loss, trauma, issues of identity, lifestyle issues, or issues involving parenting or being part of a couple, among others. As my client, I meet you where you are at and I aim to provide insights and guidance while at the same time honoring your autonomy and agency in determining your own life’s path.
I am currently full however have opened a waitlist! I specialize in working with adults and teens who are seeking help with trauma, attachment wounds, relationship issues, anxiety, life transitions, grief, depression, and/or addiction. I also work with couples who may be experiencing challenges with communication, mutual understanding, connection, and strengthening their bond.
I am currently full however have opened a waitlist! I specialize in working with adults and teens who are seeking help with trauma, attachment wounds, relationship issues, anxiety, life transitions, grief, depression, and/or addiction. I also work with couples who may be experiencing challenges with communication, mutual understanding, connection, and strengthening their bond.
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Anxiety Therapists
What are the most common treatments for anxiety?
Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioral therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other popular forms of therapy are popular, depending on a patient’s experience. Exposure therapy, for instance, can be useful for people dealing with fears and phobias, or who have experienced traumatic events. Dialectical Behavioral Therapy may be useful for patients who need help with emotion regulation. Anxiolytic medications, like benzodiazepines, can also help with calming a person enough to focus on the skills they’ve learned, and physical exercise has been shown to help symptoms of anxiety across the board.
How long does therapy for anxiety take to work?
The amount of time needed to alleviate symptoms depends on the severity of a person’s condition. Some therapies may take 5-20 weekly sessions to show results. Anti-depressant medications typically take two to four weeks before a benefit is felt. Anti-anxiety medications are felt typically within 20-30 minutes. Medications are best used to offer a patient a better headspace in which to work on techniques learned in therapy. Exercise, improved sleep habits, and meditation are effective, but takes weeks or months to show results.
When should I seek treatment for anxiety?
Everyone feels anxious at times, but when anxiety causes disruption to your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Such disruption can be mental, physical, or both: having fear dominate your thoughts, avoiding situations or objects that bring on feelings of anxiety, or experiencing shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or panic attacks. When these symptoms are recurrent and distressing, it may be time to talk to someone.
How effective is treatment for anxiety?
Treatment for anxiety has been shown to be moderately to highly effective, according to a large body of psychology studies and analyses. For some people, treatment using CBT or exposure therapy alone is effective. Others respond best to a combination of medication and therapy.