Teletherapy for Kenmore, WA
Zachary G. Shaeffer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MSW, MDiv
Verified Verified
Kenmore, WA 98028
Therapy can help you to cope with heightened anxiety, depression, loneliness, and lack of purpose. With online video conferencing, I provide regular therapy without you coming into the office, in addition to in-person availability. Therapy provides a safe place to ask the questions that scare us, to find connection and healing, to feel good and be authentic, and take charge of our lives. I support clients' efforts to gain insight into the sources of their challenges and pain, find connection, make positive changes in relationships, identify strengths and resources, cope with personal history, and take charge of their life.
Therapy can help you to cope with heightened anxiety, depression, loneliness, and lack of purpose. With online video conferencing, I provide regular therapy without you coming into the office, in addition to in-person availability. Therapy provides a safe place to ask the questions that scare us, to find connection and healing, to feel good and be authentic, and take charge of our lives. I support clients' efforts to gain insight into the sources of their challenges and pain, find connection, make positive changes in relationships, identify strengths and resources, cope with personal history, and take charge of their life.
Hannah Carlsrud - Perinatal Therapist
Counselor, MACP, LMHCA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Kenmore, WA 98028 (Online Only)
I work with individuals and couples specializing in the pregnancy and postpartum time. As a parent and therapist, I understand the messiness and wonder that is being a parent. I can help you process complications in pregnancy, fertility issues, birth trauma, NICU experiences, pregnancy loss, and more. Do you have scary thoughts? Or memories that keep you up at night? Are you having a hard time connecting with your newborn or feel guilty? Do you feel like there are so many new things in parenthood and it is overwhelming? I am here to support you through this time.
I work with individuals and couples specializing in the pregnancy and postpartum time. As a parent and therapist, I understand the messiness and wonder that is being a parent. I can help you process complications in pregnancy, fertility issues, birth trauma, NICU experiences, pregnancy loss, and more. Do you have scary thoughts? Or memories that keep you up at night? Are you having a hard time connecting with your newborn or feel guilty? Do you feel like there are so many new things in parenthood and it is overwhelming? I am here to support you through this time.
Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy is a research validated method in which partners learn to identify harmful and entrenched patterns within their marriage and develop the skills to engage in a new way. Your relationship may be highly reactive and conflictual or feel like an emotional desert where closeness disappeared long ago. In either case, EFT can help you create a partnership that is nourishing and a haven for personal growth. I am an advanced practitioner of EFT. I work with both heterosexual and same sex couples.
Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy is a research validated method in which partners learn to identify harmful and entrenched patterns within their marriage and develop the skills to engage in a new way. Your relationship may be highly reactive and conflictual or feel like an emotional desert where closeness disappeared long ago. In either case, EFT can help you create a partnership that is nourishing and a haven for personal growth. I am an advanced practitioner of EFT. I work with both heterosexual and same sex couples.
You’ve had ups & downs, successes & failures, you’ve kept getting up when you’ve fallen down & you’ve carried on. But now, you’ve hit the point where you don’t want to keep reaching for the next thing, keep pushing those recurring thoughts & feelings away. You want to transform parts of yourself & experience something different, to find a sense of wholeness. Maybe it’s stuff from childhood that won’t leave you alone, the racing thoughts, the self-criticism, the anxious feelings, the broken relationships with others or with yourself, the anger, the stress, the sadness…Whatever it is, there’s hope for something more, something better.
You’ve had ups & downs, successes & failures, you’ve kept getting up when you’ve fallen down & you’ve carried on. But now, you’ve hit the point where you don’t want to keep reaching for the next thing, keep pushing those recurring thoughts & feelings away. You want to transform parts of yourself & experience something different, to find a sense of wholeness. Maybe it’s stuff from childhood that won’t leave you alone, the racing thoughts, the self-criticism, the anxious feelings, the broken relationships with others or with yourself, the anger, the stress, the sadness…Whatever it is, there’s hope for something more, something better.
I believe that empathy and human connection are key to finding mental wellness. Whether you are experiencing challenges in life, stress, or mental illness, counseling can help you find wholeness again. As a counselor, I let your values and needs guide our work together. In addition, I enjoy incorporating Christian faith at the discretion of the client.
I believe that empathy and human connection are key to finding mental wellness. Whether you are experiencing challenges in life, stress, or mental illness, counseling can help you find wholeness again. As a counselor, I let your values and needs guide our work together. In addition, I enjoy incorporating Christian faith at the discretion of the client.
Anxiety and depression are fast becoming common elements of modern life. But they don't have to be chronic or permanent. Achieving my Masters in Counseling Psychology in 2009, I've spent my therapy career working with people in the juvenile and adult justice systems, doing crisis intervention work, and supervising other therapists working with military members and their families. There's not going to be some magic movie-style moment where I deliver the perfect phrase that's going to open up everything in your world, but we will explore what's going to work for you to move toward a more fulfilling, less stressful life.
Anxiety and depression are fast becoming common elements of modern life. But they don't have to be chronic or permanent. Achieving my Masters in Counseling Psychology in 2009, I've spent my therapy career working with people in the juvenile and adult justice systems, doing crisis intervention work, and supervising other therapists working with military members and their families. There's not going to be some magic movie-style moment where I deliver the perfect phrase that's going to open up everything in your world, but we will explore what's going to work for you to move toward a more fulfilling, less stressful life.
The goal of therapy is to create new possibilities where there has been stuckness and clarity where there has been fog. My approach to therapy is based on the belief that the pain and discontent we come to experience are rooted in old stories that are held deep within our bodies and minds. Therapy provides a unique opportunity to listen deeply to these stories, sometimes through words, sometimes through felt experience, and respond intentionally to what they have to tell us. This work creates the opportunity to forge new paths and write new stories.
The goal of therapy is to create new possibilities where there has been stuckness and clarity where there has been fog. My approach to therapy is based on the belief that the pain and discontent we come to experience are rooted in old stories that are held deep within our bodies and minds. Therapy provides a unique opportunity to listen deeply to these stories, sometimes through words, sometimes through felt experience, and respond intentionally to what they have to tell us. This work creates the opportunity to forge new paths and write new stories.
Dr. Amy Phillips Counseling
Counselor, EdD, LCPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
Kenmore, WA 98028 (Online Only)
I am here to help you and to listen. We can work together to better understand the challenges in your life. Through talking, things will get better. Today, you are one step closer to a new you where you can feel empowered and go on that positive path to growth and well-being. As a therapist, my goal is to help you lead a life that is worth celebrating. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
I am here to help you and to listen. We can work together to better understand the challenges in your life. Through talking, things will get better. Today, you are one step closer to a new you where you can feel empowered and go on that positive path to growth and well-being. As a therapist, my goal is to help you lead a life that is worth celebrating. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
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Is online therapy as effective as in-person?
Numerous studies suggest that online therapy can be as effective as in-person therapy. However, further research is needed to determine if online therapy provides the same benefits across all client populations. Individuals with severe mental illnesses, such as schizophrenia or bipolar disorder, or those who may benefit from in-person check-ins, like those with eating disorders, may not experience the same level of benefit from online therapy. Nonetheless, the success of online therapy, much like in-person therapy, often hinges on the quality of the therapeutic relationship between the therapist and the client rather than the specific modality of therapy used.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of therapy conducted online?
One of the main advantages of online therapy is its convenience for both clients and therapists. It also allows clients who require specialized therapy to access a wider range of professionals than they could with only in-person sessions. Additionally, online therapy may be a more affordable option in some cases and often offers the same insurance benefits as in-person therapy. However, online therapy may not be suitable for everyone, especially those who value face-to-face interaction with a therapist. Therapists may find it more challenging to assess clients accurately in an online setting due to reduced nonverbal cues on camera. There is also the increased risk that disruptions caused by external factors, such as technology malfunctions, can hinder the therapy session. For these reasons, many therapists offer a "hybrid" therapeutic approach, alternating between seeing clients in-person and online.
Is online therapy suitable for children and adolescents?
Just like with adults, the accessibility and convenience of online therapy can greatly benefit children and adolescents. In fact, children and adolescents may be more accustomed to navigating online platforms than older adults, making online sessions feel more natural for them. Teens might also be interested in using additional online tools, such as therapist-recommended apps, as an adjunct to online therapy sessions. Apps for developing CBT skills, practicing mindfulness exercises, or tracking thoughts and moods can be helpful for teens receiving therapy. However, it's important to note that not all therapeutic modalities are well-suited to online therapy, especially those used with younger children. For example, play therapy, which helps younger children express their emotions, often requires in-person sessions to be fully effective.
Can I receive prescriptions and medication management with online therapy?
The ability for psychiatrists to prescribe medications through online therapy varies based on the medication and the states where the medical professional and client are located. While many prescribing regulations were relaxed during the COVID-19 pandemic, some states still enforce rules, especially concerning controlled substances, which may mandate an in-person visit before prescribing. Generally, however, medical professionals can prescribe non-controlled substances through online therapy sessions just as they do during in-person sessions.