Cognitive Processing (CPT) Therapists in Issaquah, WA

Welcome! Are you a young adult needing support? Or a parent needing additional parenting strategies, or guidance to better understand/support your child? Are you worried about your child/teen’s emotional well-being or social skills? I enjoy working collaboratively with children and parents alike to improve child and family well-being, often finding that working with both provides the best outcomes for everyone. I have special interests in working with gifted and twice-exceptional (2E) clients and homeschool/online school clients. Lastly I absolutely love working with teens and young adults - they make up a large part of my caseload!

I believe our minds and bodies are often trying to communicate unheard needs, which can be overlooked within busy day to day responsibilities and schedules. I view therapy as an opportunity we provide ourselves to slow down and create that space, tap into our intuition, and learn how to care for ourselves in new ways. I consider a contextual view of each person’s unique identities and challenges to be essential to a therapeutic space. My practice is always multiculturally conscientious and I have experience working with individuals from many different intersecting backgrounds.

I love working with folks across the lifespan (kids, teens, parents, adults)! Therapy provides tools to better navigate life’s challenges. I am passionate about helping my clients to overcome negative thought patterns and emotional hurdles like anxiety, low self-esteem, and depression. Through empathetic listening and fresh perspectives, I offer a safe space for growth and healing. My core belief is that while life's events are uncontrollable, our responses are within our power. My work uses the Incredible Years Parenting Curriculum, Play Therapy, ACT, CBT, DBT, and ERP. Parents are regular collaborators during child/teen therapy.

Feeling overwhelmed, lost, or just not quite yourself? You're not alone. Life can be challenging, and sometimes we all need a little support. I am here to listen without judgment and guide you on your path toward healing and well-being. I believe in creating a safe and supportive space where you can explore your emotions, develop healthy coping skills, and rediscover your inner strength.

In the aftermath of traumatic experiences, life might feel like a bit of a dumpster fire. Weeks, months, or years afterwards, it can feel overwhelming and confusing to untangle the complex web of how trauma has affected your life, relationships, health, and wellbeing. Perhaps you're feeling disconnected from others or from yourself, struggling with trust, or finding it difficult to manage daily life. It may be the first time you're talking about it. These responses are normal reactions to abnormal situations, and you don't have to navigate them alone.

As a family systems therapist with an interest in couples reconciliation therapy and healing relational trauma from infidelity, I am passionate about walking beside you to work through the pain and confusion of your life situation.  Intimate betrayal is one of the most devastating and disorienting events that can happen to a relationship.  The betrayed partner is left questioning fundamental beliefs and wrestling with the very existence of truth, love and relationship history. I also work with couples who long to enhance communication, connection, and build shared long term goals and values.

"Normal is just a setting on the dryer!" Https://pronkcounseling.com/about-pronk FOR DETAILED INFORMATION /// I enjoy working with individuals who are (not always) open to engage in the therapeutic process and allow themselves to transform into the unique, worthy person they’ve always been.....but perhaps have not yet met. I often work with profound unrecognized and misdiagnosed trauma, critical incidents & shame. The benefit about having various "tools" in my arsenal means we don't need to verbally go "into the muck" which can be re-traumatizing and contraindicated.

Have you discovered your partner's infidelity and you're not sure what to do next? Are thoughts of divorce and overwhelming emotions from the betrayal consuming you? If you're struggling to heal from your partner's affair, sexual addiction or infidelity, you might need the support of a specialist who understands. If you're questioning your entire relationship, I can help you heal by exploring what happened & helping you receive empathic understanding for your pain. Let's work together to develop a plan to ease the trauma of the betrayal and create hope that your relationship can not only be saved but that you can thrive together.

We all have a unique story that deserves care and support. It brings me immense joy to use my experience and education to serve each client and their specific needs. As a therapist, I am committed to supporting clients as they learn, heal, and grow. My background includes extensive studies in nutrition, physical health, and mental health. I have experience working with a variety of individuals from industry professionals to adolescents. I am passionate about the importance of mental health as the foundation of a healthy life. Together, we will explore what that may look like for you. ​

My passion is to help survivors of trauma, challenging life experiences and grief events become unstuck and break the cycle of emotional pain. Often these difficult situations from the past have led to an inability to move forward in life, relationship issues, depression, anxiety, eating disorders and PTSD. Sometimes they lead to questioning your own faith and purpose in life. If you're feeling lost, hurt and emotionally overwhelmed and if you're looking to heal from the past so you can move forward into a brighter future, I'd love to come along side of you on your journey.

Limited Openings Available! My therapeutic approach is founded on a simple yet powerful idea: Accepting yourself is the first step toward change. As a licensed clinical psychologist, my focus is on providing specialized treatment that works. I rely on evidence-based methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and exposure therapies. Additionally, I incorporate multicultural perspectives and existential values to create a personalized and meaningful experience.

Dr. Premièr strives to create a safe and accepting environment using gentle humor and empathy that promotes a platform for clients to not only achieve therapeutic goals, but also to reach their ultimate potential. As a writer, he sees the client as the author of their story and the therapist as an editor. The best authors need editors. He believes growth starts with humility and discomfort; therefore, the counseling process can be painful, however, the more effort one puts forth the more constructive results they’ll see.

I am a Master’s level Licensed Marriage and Family Therapy (LMFT) and co-occurring disorders therapist, who is trained in Family Systems and Substance Use/Dependency (SUDP) with the background in Human Biochemistry. I practice with a Holistic view and will focus on your overall well-being and not only emotional and mental health. My specialties are anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, insecurities and stress management. I support my clients and families on a level that is approachable, sensitive & humane, working with employees from; Google, Microsoft, FaceBook, AMZ, Boeing, Starbucks + others. Video sessions or in person meetings.

I'm proud of you for taking this step! If you are a person who may be struggling in your day-to-day life due to transitioning, holistic mental or physical health, or who is recognizing that you are (or might be) neurodiverse and want to understand more about yourself and what you can do to improve your life, know that you are not alone. You do not have to take on your journey of self-discovery without support! Wherever you may be, I want to meet you there and work together with you to take each step you want to take towards living the life that is valuable to you.

One of my first goals in counseling is to meet you where you are to build a meaningful and collaborative therapeutic relationship. I offer a safe, judgment-free, and gentle environment to explore your goals, challenges and hopes. I also provide directive styles of therapy if needed or desired. I welcome all human emotions to therapy, however difficult or painful. I believe that we are informed by our emotional experiences, and hope to assist you in gaining personalized insight and skillsets to heal, learn and move forward.

Choosing a healthcare provider can feel particularly frustrating, adding stress on top of the reason you are seeking care. Making a good connection is worth the effort! I'm a Washington licensed doctor of clinical psychology, a veteran, and former technology executive. My clinical scope of practice encompasses the full range of mental and behavioral health as well as psychological evaluations and neuropsychological assessments. I'm passionate about working with each person with respect for their unique goals, preferences, and circumstances. My practice is entirely private pay with no direct involvement with insurance companies.