Therapists in Maple Valley, WA
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In It Together Counseling
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Maple Valley, WA 98038
Not accepting new clients
Offering hope, direction and integration to the most challenging of circumstances, I will help you navigate issues such as ADHD, scholastic issues, behavior problems, PTSD, anxiety, depression, impulsivity, anger management, family discord and more.
Is your anxiety or past trauma getting in the way of your relationships, well-being or parenting? I am a trauma and attachment informed therapist that works with people that are ready for change. Together we will strengthen and liberate your hidden resources to support the life that you want.
Offering hope, direction and integration to the most challenging of circumstances, I will help you navigate issues such as ADHD, scholastic issues, behavior problems, PTSD, anxiety, depression, impulsivity, anger management, family discord and more.
Is your anxiety or past trauma getting in the way of your relationships, well-being or parenting? I am a trauma and attachment informed therapist that works with people that are ready for change. Together we will strengthen and liberate your hidden resources to support the life that you want.
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Whitney Erickson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kent, WA 98032
Waitlist for new clients
I am specialized in: eating disorders, substance abuse, addiction, codependency, anger, ADHD, PTSD, OCD, autism, sensory processing disorder, depression, anxiety, trauma, parent/child conflict, mood disorders, self-injury, self-harm, suicidal ideation. I have worked in inpatient, residential, or day treatment levels of care for almost 16 years with a variety of populations and have vast knowledge and expertise in being able to provide safety and support for those in need. You can expect to be pushed and challenged and find your way to healing and creating a pathway forward. You can also find me at whitneyericksoncounseling.com
I am specialized in: eating disorders, substance abuse, addiction, codependency, anger, ADHD, PTSD, OCD, autism, sensory processing disorder, depression, anxiety, trauma, parent/child conflict, mood disorders, self-injury, self-harm, suicidal ideation. I have worked in inpatient, residential, or day treatment levels of care for almost 16 years with a variety of populations and have vast knowledge and expertise in being able to provide safety and support for those in need. You can expect to be pushed and challenged and find your way to healing and creating a pathway forward. You can also find me at whitneyericksoncounseling.com
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Justin Monuteaux
Counselor, MA, LMHC, LCPC, CSAT, AF-EMDR
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Kent, WA 98031
I offer additional expertise in the areas of: Anger, Anxiety, Depression, Spiritual Deconstruction, Men's Issues, EMDR, IFS, Attachment, Parenting, Marital Distress, Infidelity, Communication, Addiction, PTSD, Career.
Everyone has his or her own reason for spending time with a professional counselor. Some have a specific problem that they wish to overcome. Others just need the opportunity to talk to a caring, nonjudgmental person. Still others may need some help learning how to communicate with their loved ones. Whatever your reason for seeking a counselor, I can promise that you will be warmly welcome in my office. As a counselor with a heart for healing, it is my goal to help you turn your pain into victory. I would be delighted to accompany you on your journey to wholeness & health.
I offer additional expertise in the areas of: Anger, Anxiety, Depression, Spiritual Deconstruction, Men's Issues, EMDR, IFS, Attachment, Parenting, Marital Distress, Infidelity, Communication, Addiction, PTSD, Career.
Everyone has his or her own reason for spending time with a professional counselor. Some have a specific problem that they wish to overcome. Others just need the opportunity to talk to a caring, nonjudgmental person. Still others may need some help learning how to communicate with their loved ones. Whatever your reason for seeking a counselor, I can promise that you will be warmly welcome in my office. As a counselor with a heart for healing, it is my goal to help you turn your pain into victory. I would be delighted to accompany you on your journey to wholeness & health.
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I believe you hold the answers to the challenges that bring you to counseling. It is my job to support you finding them. I aim to work with acceptance, respect, and trust - allowing our work to be guided by you. In session, I listen both for what is said, as well as process – the often unspoken patterns and strategies of relating. I see mental health and well-being as a sense of wholeness. In this state, the many parts of ourselves are in agreement. I firmly believe that even the most disturbing or distressing experiences are potentials for growth and learning.
I believe you hold the answers to the challenges that bring you to counseling. It is my job to support you finding them. I aim to work with acceptance, respect, and trust - allowing our work to be guided by you. In session, I listen both for what is said, as well as process – the often unspoken patterns and strategies of relating. I see mental health and well-being as a sense of wholeness. In this state, the many parts of ourselves are in agreement. I firmly believe that even the most disturbing or distressing experiences are potentials for growth and learning.
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Centered Mind Counseling - Issaquah Location
Counselor, LMHC, PsyD, LMFT, LICSW, ARNP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Renton, WA 98059
Centered Mind Counseling Services offers counseling, nutrition & medication management services. Our caring and skilled professionals provide services to children, teens, individuals, couples, and families. In-Person or Telehealth Video Sessions. We offer you a wide range of clinical expertise, more specialty treatment areas to help you, and an expanded availability of services. We are committed to working with you or your child to create the long-lasting changes you desire. Call or text us at (425) 269-3277. Together, we can determine how we can help you!
Centered Mind Counseling Services offers counseling, nutrition & medication management services. Our caring and skilled professionals provide services to children, teens, individuals, couples, and families. In-Person or Telehealth Video Sessions. We offer you a wide range of clinical expertise, more specialty treatment areas to help you, and an expanded availability of services. We are committed to working with you or your child to create the long-lasting changes you desire. Call or text us at (425) 269-3277. Together, we can determine how we can help you!
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My approach to Mental Health Counseling is to view the client as expert in their own life. I do not play the role of expert in my client's lives. I do, however act as a guide, advocate, educator, and support person. What I will do is attempt to see your issues from your perspective and your view of the world. I work within the framework of Person-Centered Therapy, which focuses on the client being the expert, Existential Therapy, which focuses on behavior and looks at how the client thinks, feels, and behaves and the impact they have on others.
My approach to Mental Health Counseling is to view the client as expert in their own life. I do not play the role of expert in my client's lives. I do, however act as a guide, advocate, educator, and support person. What I will do is attempt to see your issues from your perspective and your view of the world. I work within the framework of Person-Centered Therapy, which focuses on the client being the expert, Existential Therapy, which focuses on behavior and looks at how the client thinks, feels, and behaves and the impact they have on others.
![Photo of Dorothy Capers, LICSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/adf723b2-bddd-4335-b603-fee3abf02805/1/320x400.jpeg)
Welcome! I will bring my 25 years of experience to sessions with you. For too long, the idea of mental wellness was viewed as a luxury allotted to the few. Someone was considered “strong” if they endured a traumatic, life-changing event, regardless of functionality. Now we understand that those events change the way we relate to everything. You continue to engage in daily expectations but you may not be sleeping, or enjoying things that brought you peace or happiness. The way you think and feel becomes your daily existence and you forget how you were before. Let me help you regain that life or find it for the first time.
Welcome! I will bring my 25 years of experience to sessions with you. For too long, the idea of mental wellness was viewed as a luxury allotted to the few. Someone was considered “strong” if they endured a traumatic, life-changing event, regardless of functionality. Now we understand that those events change the way we relate to everything. You continue to engage in daily expectations but you may not be sleeping, or enjoying things that brought you peace or happiness. The way you think and feel becomes your daily existence and you forget how you were before. Let me help you regain that life or find it for the first time.
![Photo of Sarah A Fiskness, LICSW, MSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4850297f-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Sarah A Fiskness
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Renton, WA 98055
Skills for Life offers therapy for children, adolescents, young adults, and the families that support them. We are located in Madison Valley by Cafe Flora and also offer HIPAA compliant telehealth. Call for a free 15 minute consultation to see if counseling can help your family.
Skills for Life offers therapy for children, adolescents, young adults, and the families that support them. We are located in Madison Valley by Cafe Flora and also offer HIPAA compliant telehealth. Call for a free 15 minute consultation to see if counseling can help your family.
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Welcome! My name's David Flack. I’m a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Substance Use Disorders Professional. For over two decades, I’ve provided counseling to teens and young adults with a wide variety of mental health challenges, substance use disorders, and histories of trauma. I can help you, too. Together, we'll make choices about what to change, identify behaviors to leave behind, and develop the insight and skills needed for the journey ahead.
Welcome! My name's David Flack. I’m a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Substance Use Disorders Professional. For over two decades, I’ve provided counseling to teens and young adults with a wide variety of mental health challenges, substance use disorders, and histories of trauma. I can help you, too. Together, we'll make choices about what to change, identify behaviors to leave behind, and develop the insight and skills needed for the journey ahead.
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*NOW WELCOMING NEW CLIENTS* Do you have a young athlete who is struggling mentally or emotionally? Is this struggle impacting their lives, relationships, or performance? If so, Unleash! Mental Performance is here. After developing confidence in their skill set, performance, and newfound mindset, your young athlete will have the ability to compete better in both life and sport.
Online Therapists
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Carrie Johnson
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, LMHCA, NCC
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98107 (Online Only)
I specialize in providing support for individuals dealing with adjustment issues, behavioral challenges, anger management, pre-marital concerns, relationship issues, anxiety, depression, panic, stress, self-esteem issues, and family issues.
Every individual is on a unique journey. Seeking help for your mental well-being is a sign of strength. As a devoted Licensed Associate Counselor, I am dedicated to supporting and empowering you in achieving your goals for a more fulfilling life. You can trust that I will provide a warm, understanding, and safe space to explore life's challenges with you. I am committed to equipping my clients with the tools and strategies to effectively navigate current and future obstacles.
I specialize in providing support for individuals dealing with adjustment issues, behavioral challenges, anger management, pre-marital concerns, relationship issues, anxiety, depression, panic, stress, self-esteem issues, and family issues.
Every individual is on a unique journey. Seeking help for your mental well-being is a sign of strength. As a devoted Licensed Associate Counselor, I am dedicated to supporting and empowering you in achieving your goals for a more fulfilling life. You can trust that I will provide a warm, understanding, and safe space to explore life's challenges with you. I am committed to equipping my clients with the tools and strategies to effectively navigate current and future obstacles.
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Kody Evans
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, ADHD-CC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Woodinville, WA 98072 (Online Only)
Specializing in Marriage and Couples Therapy, Individual Therapy, and Premarital Counseling, I excel in Neuro-divergence, ADHD, Substance Abuse, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Self-Esteem, Sleep, Sports Performance, Stress, Antisocial Personality, and Academic Underachievement.
Does this sound familiar? You feel like you aren’t enough. You’re exhausted from trying so damn hard. You’ve lost yourself in relationships or work. You doubt yourself and don’t feel confident. You have anxiety and endless worry. You feel stuck, not sure how to break free. You find yourself in unfulfilling relationships You work hard to avoid conflict and make others happy – yet it doesn’t seem to work. You’re tired of feeling this way! I believe that within you lies the strength to navigate through challenges and manifest the changes you seek. As the saying goes, "The only way out is through."
Specializing in Marriage and Couples Therapy, Individual Therapy, and Premarital Counseling, I excel in Neuro-divergence, ADHD, Substance Abuse, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Self-Esteem, Sleep, Sports Performance, Stress, Antisocial Personality, and Academic Underachievement.
Does this sound familiar? You feel like you aren’t enough. You’re exhausted from trying so damn hard. You’ve lost yourself in relationships or work. You doubt yourself and don’t feel confident. You have anxiety and endless worry. You feel stuck, not sure how to break free. You find yourself in unfulfilling relationships You work hard to avoid conflict and make others happy – yet it doesn’t seem to work. You’re tired of feeling this way! I believe that within you lies the strength to navigate through challenges and manifest the changes you seek. As the saying goes, "The only way out is through."
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As we encounter life's various problems, we occasionally find that professional help might be useful. I work with people who are looking for that additional professional assistance. Some of the most common reasons people come to work with me are depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem and anger management, among several others. I also work with couples. For the first 15 years of my career I also worked training doctoral students on how to be therapists while maintaining a private practice on the side. This has given me invaluable insight into the therapy work I do now in my full-time private practice.
As we encounter life's various problems, we occasionally find that professional help might be useful. I work with people who are looking for that additional professional assistance. Some of the most common reasons people come to work with me are depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem and anger management, among several others. I also work with couples. For the first 15 years of my career I also worked training doctoral students on how to be therapists while maintaining a private practice on the side. This has given me invaluable insight into the therapy work I do now in my full-time private practice.
![Photo of James Harrison Follman - Follman Counseling Agency, PhD, LMHC, CDP, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3d28ab47-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
If you are experiencing problems with any or a combination of the following issues; anxiety,depression, alcohol/drug use, gambling, anger, internet addiction, sex addiction, please consider calling us and setting up a free consultation to discuss your situation. For over 20 years I have had the privelage of helping clients develop the necesary skills to overcome mental health and alcohol/drug use disorders in a safe, confidential, outpatient setting. Our facility is able to provide individual or group counseling for adults and teens. You can visit our website at follmanagency.com to learn more about our treatment services.
If you are experiencing problems with any or a combination of the following issues; anxiety,depression, alcohol/drug use, gambling, anger, internet addiction, sex addiction, please consider calling us and setting up a free consultation to discuss your situation. For over 20 years I have had the privelage of helping clients develop the necesary skills to overcome mental health and alcohol/drug use disorders in a safe, confidential, outpatient setting. Our facility is able to provide individual or group counseling for adults and teens. You can visit our website at follmanagency.com to learn more about our treatment services.
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James Stewart
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, LMHCA
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98119 (Online Only)
Do you feel like an outsider? Do you want to feel secure letting someone else help carry your worries? Are you ready for help with organizing the slurry of overwhelm, burnout, shame, trauma, bullying, stress overload, or anger? Many of us - myself included - aren't inherently good at knowing "how to human," and many of us weren't taught how to feel safe with our emotions - big or small. Let's work together to tackle the hard stuff in a validating and warm environment with no judgement.
Do you feel like an outsider? Do you want to feel secure letting someone else help carry your worries? Are you ready for help with organizing the slurry of overwhelm, burnout, shame, trauma, bullying, stress overload, or anger? Many of us - myself included - aren't inherently good at knowing "how to human," and many of us weren't taught how to feel safe with our emotions - big or small. Let's work together to tackle the hard stuff in a validating and warm environment with no judgement.
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If you’ve considered counseling to deal with a difficult phase of life, compulsive or addictive behaviors, a distinct challenge, specific traumas, anger, grief, loss, or other distressing emotions that leave you feeling isolated, stuck, and without resources, now's the time.
Offices in Port Orchard or Silverdale. Couples, Adults, Men, Women, or teens. Humanistic, client-centered, flexible, solution & strengths based approach. Anger, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Relationships, Addictions, Men's issues - change YOU want is my priority. When people feel respected and encouraged, they can grow in confidence and effectiveness. Our work will be tailored for meaningful, enduring change in any circumstance. Using CBT, REBT, acceptance (ACT) plus a combination of contemporary, innovative modalities to build resilience and courage to face change. Christian counseling available. LGBTQ friendly.
If you’ve considered counseling to deal with a difficult phase of life, compulsive or addictive behaviors, a distinct challenge, specific traumas, anger, grief, loss, or other distressing emotions that leave you feeling isolated, stuck, and without resources, now's the time.
Offices in Port Orchard or Silverdale. Couples, Adults, Men, Women, or teens. Humanistic, client-centered, flexible, solution & strengths based approach. Anger, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Relationships, Addictions, Men's issues - change YOU want is my priority. When people feel respected and encouraged, they can grow in confidence and effectiveness. Our work will be tailored for meaningful, enduring change in any circumstance. Using CBT, REBT, acceptance (ACT) plus a combination of contemporary, innovative modalities to build resilience and courage to face change. Christian counseling available. LGBTQ friendly.
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I enjoy working with a variety of clients, but those who struggle with marital conflict, sexual issues and addictions, depression, anxiety, adolescent issues and anger management make up a majority of my caseload.
"If your struggling with a difficult life situation or a personal pattern give me a call. By using my 30 yrs. of experience, knowledge and support in the counseling field I can hopefully help you heal, grow and then change into who you really want to be. I can try to help you through it and help you change those patterns that have kept you stuck. To take control of your life and yourself you often need to be challenged and helped to 'do it different'. I can help you with this process."
I enjoy working with a variety of clients, but those who struggle with marital conflict, sexual issues and addictions, depression, anxiety, adolescent issues and anger management make up a majority of my caseload.
"If your struggling with a difficult life situation or a personal pattern give me a call. By using my 30 yrs. of experience, knowledge and support in the counseling field I can hopefully help you heal, grow and then change into who you really want to be. I can try to help you through it and help you change those patterns that have kept you stuck. To take control of your life and yourself you often need to be challenged and helped to 'do it different'. I can help you with this process."
![Photo of April Sotelo Greninger, LMFT, CCS, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/a08e84ed-ddec-42a0-9f3f-5d67600111f0/2/320x400.jpeg)
I'll make concepts like Forgiveness and Anger Management applicable and productive.
I have been in this field of psychotherapy for 25 years. I tend to be more pragmatic, excelling in the "Now What?" stage. I am solution-focused and action-oriented providing applicable skills and cognitive understanding. I have worked in two different private practices since my graduation from Seattle Pacific University back in 2006 before I started my own here in Edmonds, WA. So I have gleaned enough experience and confidence to provide you a mental health service you can trust. If you're interested in self-awareness, self-acceptance, and self-disciple, I invite you.
I'll make concepts like Forgiveness and Anger Management applicable and productive.
I have been in this field of psychotherapy for 25 years. I tend to be more pragmatic, excelling in the "Now What?" stage. I am solution-focused and action-oriented providing applicable skills and cognitive understanding. I have worked in two different private practices since my graduation from Seattle Pacific University back in 2006 before I started my own here in Edmonds, WA. So I have gleaned enough experience and confidence to provide you a mental health service you can trust. If you're interested in self-awareness, self-acceptance, and self-disciple, I invite you.
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I work with those who struggle with anger. Often times the anger is brought on by unmet expectations and merely a symptom of deeper issues under the surface. It's my job to metaphorically stand in a place you can not see, and point you in the right direction as to the cause of what is contributing to the anger. By doing so, you can receive insight that will enrich your life and change it for the better.
I work with those who struggle with anger. Often times the anger is brought on by unmet expectations and merely a symptom of deeper issues under the surface. It's my job to metaphorically stand in a place you can not see, and point you in the right direction as to the cause of what is contributing to the anger. By doing so, you can receive insight that will enrich your life and change it for the better.
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Paul Clark LaFond
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, MEd, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lynnwood, WA 98036
I am passionately committed to helping you with issues of loss, sadness, anger, anxiety, depression, addiction, PTSD, trauma, and relationship problems. I am comfortable working with preteens, teens, young and older adults, couples, and families. I offer you a warm, safe nonjudgmental space in which you and I can work together to discover tools which will enable you to build more authentic joyful connections and intimacy with yourself and within your interpersonal relationships. I draw from a wide variety of theories, techniques, and approaches that will enable you to move deliberately and comfortably towards your goals.
I am passionately committed to helping you with issues of loss, sadness, anger, anxiety, depression, addiction, PTSD, trauma, and relationship problems. I am comfortable working with preteens, teens, young and older adults, couples, and families. I offer you a warm, safe nonjudgmental space in which you and I can work together to discover tools which will enable you to build more authentic joyful connections and intimacy with yourself and within your interpersonal relationships. I draw from a wide variety of theories, techniques, and approaches that will enable you to move deliberately and comfortably towards your goals.
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Anger Management Therapists
How long does therapy take for anger management?
Treatment duration depends on the person’s specific challenges and circumstances. There are treatments for anger problems that are shorter and more goal-oriented, like Cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), which can last weeks to months. Others, like Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) may last between six months and a year, while a more intensive treatment, like psychodynamic therapy, is open-ended, and clients may see their therapist for a year or longer.
How do you know if you need therapy for anger management?
Everyone gets mad from time to time. But when angry outbursts become frequent and cause damage to relationships, whether at home or in the office, it may be a good time to look into therapy. A therapist can assess where a client’s anger may be coming from, suggest strategies for averting angry outbursts, and help a client create a plan to become a calmer version of themselves.
Is there medication for anger management?
Medications do exist that help people mitigate the feeling of anger, but these are reserved for people with anger-related psychiatric disorders, such as intermittent explosive disorder, oppositional defiant disorder, or in some cases borderline personality disorder. In these cases, antidepressant medications may be prescribed to help with the client’s symptoms. In most cases of anger management, however, talk therapy is the recommended treatment, along with lifestyle changes where relevant.
What’s the best way to encourage someone to seek help for anger issues?
It’s helpful to express your concern and love for the person while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Offering specific examples of how an individual’s behavior affected either themselves or others should be done with compassion and with empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.