Relationship Issues Therapists in Gig Harbor, WA
Kimberly D Green
Marriage & Family Therapist, MEd, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gig Harbor, WA 98335 (Online Only)
My therapeutic approaches/techniques are tailored specifically to you, providing you with a higher level of comfort and facilitating change.rnCHILDREN: Use of play therapy techniques to provide a positive experience and means to openly express themselves.rnrnTEENS: An open, accepting, and safe environment for self expression so that together we may address their individual challenges in a positive manner.rnCOUPLES: A neutral and structured atmosphere where each individual may feel comfortable to express and address their concerns. Together we work to introduce new elements into the relationship to resolve conflict and strengthen the relationship bond.
My therapeutic approaches/techniques are tailored specifically to you, providing you with a higher level of comfort and facilitating change.rnCHILDREN: Use of play therapy techniques to provide a positive experience and means to openly express themselves.rnrnTEENS: An open, accepting, and safe environment for self expression so that together we may address their individual challenges in a positive manner.rnCOUPLES: A neutral and structured atmosphere where each individual may feel comfortable to express and address their concerns. Together we work to introduce new elements into the relationship to resolve conflict and strengthen the relationship bond.
Wendy Becker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gig Harbor, WA 98335 (Online Only)
I have a practice specialty of working with adults and seniors with anxiety disorders, stress, relationship and/or family issues and life transitions.
If you are struggling with your mental health, I want you to know you are not alone and it can get better. Reaching out for help isn't always easy, but it will be worth it. Video therapy sessions with me are a safe, supportive and non-judgmental experience. My goal is to help you understand yourself and your situation and to provide you with practical tools to help you manage life in a healthier way.
I have a practice specialty of working with adults and seniors with anxiety disorders, stress, relationship and/or family issues and life transitions.
If you are struggling with your mental health, I want you to know you are not alone and it can get better. Reaching out for help isn't always easy, but it will be worth it. Video therapy sessions with me are a safe, supportive and non-judgmental experience. My goal is to help you understand yourself and your situation and to provide you with practical tools to help you manage life in a healthier way.
The therapeutic relationship should be rooted in compassion, authenticity, and genuine connection.
As humans, we are relational beings. Relationships with friends, family, significant others, and most of all ourselves are what bring meaning to our lives. I am here to help you enhance your relationship with yourself and with others in order to create more joy and fulfillment. Together, we will work through the problems that are manifesting in your life and explore them on a deeper level. I will help you develop skills to manage the aspects of life you cannot control, and I will help you find the courage and motivation to take the reins on the things that you can.
The therapeutic relationship should be rooted in compassion, authenticity, and genuine connection.
As humans, we are relational beings. Relationships with friends, family, significant others, and most of all ourselves are what bring meaning to our lives. I am here to help you enhance your relationship with yourself and with others in order to create more joy and fulfillment. Together, we will work through the problems that are manifesting in your life and explore them on a deeper level. I will help you develop skills to manage the aspects of life you cannot control, and I will help you find the courage and motivation to take the reins on the things that you can.
I specialize in helping clients address a variety of issues such as the effects of childhood traumas, relationship distress, divorce, grief and loss, disordered eating patterns, family conflict, substance abuse, depression, anxiety, and life transitions.
My style of therapy is warm, accepting, and compassionate. After having trained extensively and been witness to countless stories of transformation, I can say with certainty that healing is absolutely possible. This is an invitation to break free from painful experiences, beliefs, and thought patterns that keep you from living the life you want, and leave you feeling hopeless or weary. I am guided by the belief that what you need to heal is already within you. Together, we will discover your internal source of strength and wisdom.
I specialize in helping clients address a variety of issues such as the effects of childhood traumas, relationship distress, divorce, grief and loss, disordered eating patterns, family conflict, substance abuse, depression, anxiety, and life transitions.
My style of therapy is warm, accepting, and compassionate. After having trained extensively and been witness to countless stories of transformation, I can say with certainty that healing is absolutely possible. This is an invitation to break free from painful experiences, beliefs, and thought patterns that keep you from living the life you want, and leave you feeling hopeless or weary. I am guided by the belief that what you need to heal is already within you. Together, we will discover your internal source of strength and wisdom.
I believe the purpose of therapy is to support people in gaining personal insight, understanding of others perspectives, and integrating this information while planning new and improved responses and courses of action. As we are able to discover and express our hidden emotions and create new relational responses we then have the potential to change a distressed and rigid relationship into a more secure, safe and satisfying one. My commitment is to devote my full attention to you during our time together and to work with you as supportively, competently, responsibly, and professionally as I am able.
I believe the purpose of therapy is to support people in gaining personal insight, understanding of others perspectives, and integrating this information while planning new and improved responses and courses of action. As we are able to discover and express our hidden emotions and create new relational responses we then have the potential to change a distressed and rigid relationship into a more secure, safe and satisfying one. My commitment is to devote my full attention to you during our time together and to work with you as supportively, competently, responsibly, and professionally as I am able.
Gail Henricksen
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFTA
Verified Verified
Gig Harbor, WA 98335
I adapt to each client's unique needs, whether addressing past emotional wounds, relationship issues, or pursuing personal growth.
As a systemic therapist, I am dedicated to guiding individuals, couples, and families through their inner complexities, fostering healing, growth, and self-discovery. I approach clients holistically, considering their relationships and connections using the Internal Family Systems (IFS) model as a foundation. This dynamic model identifies and works with inner subpersonalities, promoting self-compassion and self-acceptance. I tailor this approach to individual needs, incorporating additional methods when necessary, fostering transformative change at personal and relational levels.
I adapt to each client's unique needs, whether addressing past emotional wounds, relationship issues, or pursuing personal growth.
As a systemic therapist, I am dedicated to guiding individuals, couples, and families through their inner complexities, fostering healing, growth, and self-discovery. I approach clients holistically, considering their relationships and connections using the Internal Family Systems (IFS) model as a foundation. This dynamic model identifies and works with inner subpersonalities, promoting self-compassion and self-acceptance. I tailor this approach to individual needs, incorporating additional methods when necessary, fostering transformative change at personal and relational levels.
By engaging in the process of psychotherapy, within the context of a trusting therapeutic relationship, you can become aware of the complex interworking of our human experience to achieve transformative and lasting change that extends outward.
I am passionate about working with individuals and couples. Navigating live's challenges can be really intimidating amidst the stressors of life, especially when they all start piling up and ways you used to cope before stop working. Before giving up, try seeking help from a qualified professional and learn new ways of understanding and interacting with your environment. By identifying and working through barriers, new patterns can be learned, and healing experiences can be found. Resources can be gained and emotional resilience can be improved. You can find the harmony you desire within your life, and it starts here.
By engaging in the process of psychotherapy, within the context of a trusting therapeutic relationship, you can become aware of the complex interworking of our human experience to achieve transformative and lasting change that extends outward.
I am passionate about working with individuals and couples. Navigating live's challenges can be really intimidating amidst the stressors of life, especially when they all start piling up and ways you used to cope before stop working. Before giving up, try seeking help from a qualified professional and learn new ways of understanding and interacting with your environment. By identifying and working through barriers, new patterns can be learned, and healing experiences can be found. Resources can be gained and emotional resilience can be improved. You can find the harmony you desire within your life, and it starts here.
Dr. Colleen Rustad
Psychologist, PhD, LCP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Gig Harbor, WA 98335 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I am trained in psychoanalytic and psychodynamic therapy and also use an integrative mind-body approach to care, but the core of my work is always a warm, trusting relationship.
I will work collaboratively with you in therapy so you can work through any challenges you may be facing and achieve your goals. Whether you are experiencing a new problem, or have been struggling with something for a while, together we will work to find your inner strengths, overcome past or present challenges, and improve the quality of your life. I am a warm and compassionate therapist who provides a safe, caring, and non-judgmental environment. My goal is for you to feel more hopeful and confident, and to live the life you desire.
I am trained in psychoanalytic and psychodynamic therapy and also use an integrative mind-body approach to care, but the core of my work is always a warm, trusting relationship.
I will work collaboratively with you in therapy so you can work through any challenges you may be facing and achieve your goals. Whether you are experiencing a new problem, or have been struggling with something for a while, together we will work to find your inner strengths, overcome past or present challenges, and improve the quality of your life. I am a warm and compassionate therapist who provides a safe, caring, and non-judgmental environment. My goal is for you to feel more hopeful and confident, and to live the life you desire.
Mali Hawkins
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, PMH-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gig Harbor, WA 98335
We have all experienced times when life seems challenging... a period of transition, ongoing struggles with anxiety or depression, or a loss that turns our world upside down. In our darkest moments, there can be no greater consolation than the gift of companionship on our journey through pain. Everyone longs to feel connection, to be freed from our isolation; we long for relationship. And in these moments, you may benefit from the help of a counselor. No matter where you find yourself in your life journey, I can promise that you will be welcome in my office, and together we will work towards healing.
We have all experienced times when life seems challenging... a period of transition, ongoing struggles with anxiety or depression, or a loss that turns our world upside down. In our darkest moments, there can be no greater consolation than the gift of companionship on our journey through pain. Everyone longs to feel connection, to be freed from our isolation; we long for relationship. And in these moments, you may benefit from the help of a counselor. No matter where you find yourself in your life journey, I can promise that you will be welcome in my office, and together we will work towards healing.
My practice is built around a strong interpersonal working relationship between client and therapist.
Virtual Walk-In Times: CLOSED today, Next: 11/2. Are you stressed and having difficulty getting along with your family or spouse? Can't get your partner into counseling but you need relationship help? Do you suspect you might have a mood disorder like bipolar? Are you haunted by trauma you can't shake? Are you struggling with abandonment fears and even self-inflicted violence? Are you living with adult autism or ADHD or other neurodiversity, or trying to manage a neurodiverse relationship? To get started, I offer free 15-minute consultations by phone or video. Email for consults or visit my website to schedule!
My practice is built around a strong interpersonal working relationship between client and therapist.
Virtual Walk-In Times: CLOSED today, Next: 11/2. Are you stressed and having difficulty getting along with your family or spouse? Can't get your partner into counseling but you need relationship help? Do you suspect you might have a mood disorder like bipolar? Are you haunted by trauma you can't shake? Are you struggling with abandonment fears and even self-inflicted violence? Are you living with adult autism or ADHD or other neurodiversity, or trying to manage a neurodiverse relationship? To get started, I offer free 15-minute consultations by phone or video. Email for consults or visit my website to schedule!
If you are tired of struggling, I can help you find a way through. If the wellbeing you know is possible continues to feel out of reach, I can walk with you and support you as we work together to find the root. If your relationship seems to take more energy and happiness than it gives, I can help you, or both of you, find and heal the places in your story that keep showing up in painful ways. My story is also one of loss, pain, and healing. I believe in the work I do and I am not only a therapist for others, but also in therapy myself, on my own healing journey. I believe in being poured into in order to pour well into others.
If you are tired of struggling, I can help you find a way through. If the wellbeing you know is possible continues to feel out of reach, I can walk with you and support you as we work together to find the root. If your relationship seems to take more energy and happiness than it gives, I can help you, or both of you, find and heal the places in your story that keep showing up in painful ways. My story is also one of loss, pain, and healing. I believe in the work I do and I am not only a therapist for others, but also in therapy myself, on my own healing journey. I believe in being poured into in order to pour well into others.
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I work from a trauma-informed lens utilizing a person-centered approach to therapy to help clients explore issues including depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship problems, and life transitions.
I believe change occurs in the context of connection, compassion, and self-discovery wherein your whole authentic self can be nurtured and fully understood. To support you in your healing and growth, I bring a warm and collaborative approach, valuing the relationship and working together towards a path of healing and change.
I work from a trauma-informed lens utilizing a person-centered approach to therapy to help clients explore issues including depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship problems, and life transitions.
I believe change occurs in the context of connection, compassion, and self-discovery wherein your whole authentic self can be nurtured and fully understood. To support you in your healing and growth, I bring a warm and collaborative approach, valuing the relationship and working together towards a path of healing and change.
I work with clients to increase adaptive methods of conflict resolution within the family system or relationship.
Clients primarily request services with me to work on communication between partners and other members of their family systems. I am contracted to work in the capacity as an LMHC with Summit Health Management in Gig Harbor. Please contact (253) 858-7056 to schedule an intake. I am currently accepting new clients and will work with you in person or via telehealth at the Summit Health Management office in Gig Harbor, WA. In addition, I also utilize games such as Dungeons and Dragons with families, kids and teens, to roleplay therapeutic scenarios out in a safe environment (I also run a weekly social skills teen group on Thursdays).
I work with clients to increase adaptive methods of conflict resolution within the family system or relationship.
Clients primarily request services with me to work on communication between partners and other members of their family systems. I am contracted to work in the capacity as an LMHC with Summit Health Management in Gig Harbor. Please contact (253) 858-7056 to schedule an intake. I am currently accepting new clients and will work with you in person or via telehealth at the Summit Health Management office in Gig Harbor, WA. In addition, I also utilize games such as Dungeons and Dragons with families, kids and teens, to roleplay therapeutic scenarios out in a safe environment (I also run a weekly social skills teen group on Thursdays).
Jane Marie Ryan
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CST
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gig Harbor, WA 98332 (Online Only)
I am an AASECT certified sex therapist & an intimate relationship therapist. I specialize in helping people recover from high controlling religions, purity culture beliefs & sexual shame. I work from a sex positive approach that celebrates authenticity, erotic liberation, body acceptance, pleasure. I support clients as they deconstruct beliefs & narratives that create distress, shame & pain. I help clients engage in a process of unlearning, naming what no longer works, letting go, grieving & healing. I support clients as they reclaim their right to create a sexuality that aligns with their authentic self.
I am an AASECT certified sex therapist & an intimate relationship therapist. I specialize in helping people recover from high controlling religions, purity culture beliefs & sexual shame. I work from a sex positive approach that celebrates authenticity, erotic liberation, body acceptance, pleasure. I support clients as they deconstruct beliefs & narratives that create distress, shame & pain. I help clients engage in a process of unlearning, naming what no longer works, letting go, grieving & healing. I support clients as they reclaim their right to create a sexuality that aligns with their authentic self.
Everyone can use a little help sometimes. Whether it's working through a personal or relationship problem, crisis, decision, transition, or loss; changing a habit; overcoming anxiety or roadblocks to success; or learning how to make a good relationship better & increase the likelihood it will be long & happy; I'm here to help. Clients describe me as: "easy to connect with," "resourceful," "energetic," "patient," "pragmatic: concerned with practical results," "logical: can go from the big picture to the application," "skill-building: gives you tools you can use today," as well as "has a great sense of humor."
Everyone can use a little help sometimes. Whether it's working through a personal or relationship problem, crisis, decision, transition, or loss; changing a habit; overcoming anxiety or roadblocks to success; or learning how to make a good relationship better & increase the likelihood it will be long & happy; I'm here to help. Clients describe me as: "easy to connect with," "resourceful," "energetic," "patient," "pragmatic: concerned with practical results," "logical: can go from the big picture to the application," "skill-building: gives you tools you can use today," as well as "has a great sense of humor."
Alicia Elliott
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Gig Harbor, WA 98335 (Online Only)
I can help with a wide variety of issues including anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and relationship distress.
What’s your story? Is it a tragic tale of grief and loss? Or is your story a fast paced, anxiety ridden adventure repeatedly landing you in a pit of despair? I understand how difficult it can be to get control of the story of your life.
I can help with a wide variety of issues including anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and relationship distress.
What’s your story? Is it a tragic tale of grief and loss? Or is your story a fast paced, anxiety ridden adventure repeatedly landing you in a pit of despair? I understand how difficult it can be to get control of the story of your life.
Teresa R Renner
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Gig Harbor, WA 98335
Let's heal your relationship with yourself to gain self trust & wisdom to move forward.
My passion is to motivate, educate and support the deepest level of healing and highest level of achievement available to my clients, personally, professionally and in their relationships. I assist my clients in healing long standing issue as they move through difficult life circumstances with a deeper understanding and appreciation of themselves and others. Utilizing my training in fitness, holistic nutrition, & personal growth combined with over 20 years experience in mental health, I feel uniquely qualified to assist my clients in understanding and healing their "whole being". I'm licensed and have practices in WA and CA.
Let's heal your relationship with yourself to gain self trust & wisdom to move forward.
My passion is to motivate, educate and support the deepest level of healing and highest level of achievement available to my clients, personally, professionally and in their relationships. I assist my clients in healing long standing issue as they move through difficult life circumstances with a deeper understanding and appreciation of themselves and others. Utilizing my training in fitness, holistic nutrition, & personal growth combined with over 20 years experience in mental health, I feel uniquely qualified to assist my clients in understanding and healing their "whole being". I'm licensed and have practices in WA and CA.
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist bringing over 12 years of experience supporting clients through various life stressors including grief, anxiety, depression, traumatic experiences, relationship struggles, LGBTQ+ related issues, and much more. I believe that my role in the therapeutic relationship is to listen to your story, provide empathy, spend time working through feelings/experiences, highlight your individual and relational strengths, then use those strengths to help you reach your goals.
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist bringing over 12 years of experience supporting clients through various life stressors including grief, anxiety, depression, traumatic experiences, relationship struggles, LGBTQ+ related issues, and much more. I believe that my role in the therapeutic relationship is to listen to your story, provide empathy, spend time working through feelings/experiences, highlight your individual and relational strengths, then use those strengths to help you reach your goals.
Shannon Maricielo
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFTA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Gig Harbor, WA 98335
Waitlist for new clients
My academic background is complemented by practical experience working directly with people of diverse backgrounds and relationship challenges.
Hello and welcome! My work is focused on helping clients strengthen any number of dimensions in their relationships, including emotional connection, safety and intimacy, communication, conflict resolution, self- and other-confidence, trust building and repair from infidelity. I am trained in systems theory, which means I approach therapeutic work through the context of your relational systems, interactions, and feedback loops that create and perpetuate the problems, patterns, and behaviors clients are seeking to resolve. This often translates to facilitating change within the system in contrast to only within the individual.
My academic background is complemented by practical experience working directly with people of diverse backgrounds and relationship challenges.
Hello and welcome! My work is focused on helping clients strengthen any number of dimensions in their relationships, including emotional connection, safety and intimacy, communication, conflict resolution, self- and other-confidence, trust building and repair from infidelity. I am trained in systems theory, which means I approach therapeutic work through the context of your relational systems, interactions, and feedback loops that create and perpetuate the problems, patterns, and behaviors clients are seeking to resolve. This often translates to facilitating change within the system in contrast to only within the individual.
Dr. Bre | Evolution Engineered, Inc.
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Gig Harbor, WA 98332 (Online Only)
Relationship Coaching is for you if you want: ● To do your personal work to be a healthier partner ● Skills to have difficult conversations honestly ● To decide to either call it quits—or recommit ● Learn to Love in the dways you each understand ● A proven process to simplify your relationships priorities + boundaries ● To feel unfuckwithable as a team!.
Wanna be your own #RelationshipGoals! I help folx evolve beyond the same old arguments, into an honest partnership that nourishes each of you individually + together! My approach is all about identifying the individual skills each of you need to co-create a loving partnership -- without trauma bonds or codependency. I work with all backgrounds + orientations + expressions that know how to Love in all different ways! We do the work that is right for YOUR partnership—not anyone else's. You'll also discover if it's time to release your relationship. AND if it is time... I'll help you do so in the most Loving way!
Relationship Coaching is for you if you want: ● To do your personal work to be a healthier partner ● Skills to have difficult conversations honestly ● To decide to either call it quits—or recommit ● Learn to Love in the dways you each understand ● A proven process to simplify your relationships priorities + boundaries ● To feel unfuckwithable as a team!.
Wanna be your own #RelationshipGoals! I help folx evolve beyond the same old arguments, into an honest partnership that nourishes each of you individually + together! My approach is all about identifying the individual skills each of you need to co-create a loving partnership -- without trauma bonds or codependency. I work with all backgrounds + orientations + expressions that know how to Love in all different ways! We do the work that is right for YOUR partnership—not anyone else's. You'll also discover if it's time to release your relationship. AND if it is time... I'll help you do so in the most Loving way!
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While need for human connection appears to be innate, the ability to form healthy, loving relationships is learned. Some evidence suggests that the ability to form a stable relationship starts to form in infancy, in a child's earliest experiences with a caregiver who reliably meets the infant's needs for food, care, warmth, protection, stimulation, and social contact. Such relationships are not destiny, but they are theorized to establish deeply ingrained patterns of relating to others. The end of a relationship, however, is often a source of great psychological anguish.