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Sarah Ramstad
Counselor, MA, LMHC, PLLC
Verified Verified
Maple Valley, WA 98038
Often the struggles and barriers we face are opportunities to envision what we really want for our lives. I am here as a child & family therapist to join with you and your family where you are at in the moment, and to walk beside you towards where you hope to be. TOGETHER we will get to the heart of what really matters. I believe that each individual, from child to adult, has unique strengths to build upon. My approach establishes the foundation of treatment on these innate strengths to overcome challenges, as to move towards increased life satisfaction & healthy relationships.
Often the struggles and barriers we face are opportunities to envision what we really want for our lives. I am here as a child & family therapist to join with you and your family where you are at in the moment, and to walk beside you towards where you hope to be. TOGETHER we will get to the heart of what really matters. I believe that each individual, from child to adult, has unique strengths to build upon. My approach establishes the foundation of treatment on these innate strengths to overcome challenges, as to move towards increased life satisfaction & healthy relationships.
(425) 654-3704 View (425) 654-3704
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Thrive Wellness Clinic
MA, LMHC, SUDP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Maple Valley, WA 98038
Thrive offers mental health services to every part of the family system. With a team of expert therapists with different specialties, we aim to match you to a team member who is trained with your specific needs. Our therapists see children from the age of 3 and beyond to include every age. We offer every type of therapy to include individual therapy for children, teen and adults, couples counseling and family therapy. Additionally we specialize in perinatal therapy, fertility counseling and adoption counseling. If you're looking to explore holistic alternatives for mental health needs we offer integrative medicine for mental health.
Thrive offers mental health services to every part of the family system. With a team of expert therapists with different specialties, we aim to match you to a team member who is trained with your specific needs. Our therapists see children from the age of 3 and beyond to include every age. We offer every type of therapy to include individual therapy for children, teen and adults, couples counseling and family therapy. Additionally we specialize in perinatal therapy, fertility counseling and adoption counseling. If you're looking to explore holistic alternatives for mental health needs we offer integrative medicine for mental health.
(360) 301-7633 View (360) 301-7633
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Aimee Bakeman
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Maple Valley, WA 98038
Not accepting new clients
I am also a former military wife and sister and am well acquainted with the unique struggles of the military family and their loved ones.
Are you feeling overwhelmed and drained by the demands of work, home or relationships? Is your child making choices you are worried about? Are you stuck in a cycle you can't seem to break out of? You are not alone. I am here to listen, explore and discover what you want in life and how we can get you there. I work collaboratively with you to heal, grow and live the life you desire. I consider the whole you, our interactions and your social and cultural connections in our work.
I am also a former military wife and sister and am well acquainted with the unique struggles of the military family and their loved ones.
Are you feeling overwhelmed and drained by the demands of work, home or relationships? Is your child making choices you are worried about? Are you stuck in a cycle you can't seem to break out of? You are not alone. I am here to listen, explore and discover what you want in life and how we can get you there. I work collaboratively with you to heal, grow and live the life you desire. I consider the whole you, our interactions and your social and cultural connections in our work.
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Danielle Ferrulli
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Maple Valley, WA 98038
Waitlist for new clients
I am licensed in the State of Washington as a Marriage and Family Therapist Associate with an undergraduate degree from UCLA, and a Master's Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Hope International University.
What is the point of insight if nothing changes? What is the point of change if we lack insight as to why it even did? Through our conversations I’d like to help you to see, both yourself and your situation, in an authentic light with a new perspective that sticks with you long after you leave the therapy room.
I am licensed in the State of Washington as a Marriage and Family Therapist Associate with an undergraduate degree from UCLA, and a Master's Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Hope International University.
What is the point of insight if nothing changes? What is the point of change if we lack insight as to why it even did? Through our conversations I’d like to help you to see, both yourself and your situation, in an authentic light with a new perspective that sticks with you long after you leave the therapy room.
(360) 526-0759 View (360) 526-0759
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Brianna Llyn Wood
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Maple Valley, WA 98038  (Online Only)
I work with a variety of different issues, including perinatal mental health concerns, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, peer relationships, low self-esteem, family systems, anger management, and parenting concerns.
I am currently working with teen girls, young adult women, and individuals experiencing mental health challenges while in the perinatal period (pregnant and postpartum). No matter the reason a person seeks counseling, a listening ear and a safe place to share can foster healing and allow progress toward wholeness. As your counselor, I hope to provide a space for you, free of judgment, where we address your concerns and help you work toward a fulfilled and free life.
I work with a variety of different issues, including perinatal mental health concerns, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, peer relationships, low self-esteem, family systems, anger management, and parenting concerns.
I am currently working with teen girls, young adult women, and individuals experiencing mental health challenges while in the perinatal period (pregnant and postpartum). No matter the reason a person seeks counseling, a listening ear and a safe place to share can foster healing and allow progress toward wholeness. As your counselor, I hope to provide a space for you, free of judgment, where we address your concerns and help you work toward a fulfilled and free life.
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Kyle G. Erickson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Maple Valley, WA 98038
Guiding influences: the philosophy & practice of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy & Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy (beliefs influence feelings & functioning) & Bowen Family Systems Theory (building confidence and independence).
I have over 20 years experience helping high school aged teens (14-18), adults, couples & families. My therapy style is friendly and casual. I believe humor is healing & I use it often. My treatment approach involves talking through the issues/concerns, guiding clients towards personal insights/growth, and giving direct feedback/direction. I also teach theory guided interventions/skills that are effective at creating desired change and reducing negative symptoms. My approach has been refined by my clients. They want to be heard & understood, but they also want to learn & grow. I would like to partner with you to reach your goals.
Guiding influences: the philosophy & practice of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy & Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy (beliefs influence feelings & functioning) & Bowen Family Systems Theory (building confidence and independence).
I have over 20 years experience helping high school aged teens (14-18), adults, couples & families. My therapy style is friendly and casual. I believe humor is healing & I use it often. My treatment approach involves talking through the issues/concerns, guiding clients towards personal insights/growth, and giving direct feedback/direction. I also teach theory guided interventions/skills that are effective at creating desired change and reducing negative symptoms. My approach has been refined by my clients. They want to be heard & understood, but they also want to learn & grow. I would like to partner with you to reach your goals.
(425) 405-6571 View (425) 405-6571
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Carly Palady Klee
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Maple Valley, WA 98038  (Online Only)
I have approximately 2-3 openings at this time due to Summer Vacations and Military Deployments of clients! Please message your name, best contact information, and insurance type and I will respond after leave. Thank you! I am professionally trained in trauma-focused EMDR, CBT, CPT, and ACT therapy protocols for PTSD, Anxiety, Depression and Chronic Health/Disabilities. As well, I privately coach high-performing women to go from burnout to breakthrough in their careers, with less stress while better juggling family and work-life balance!
I have approximately 2-3 openings at this time due to Summer Vacations and Military Deployments of clients! Please message your name, best contact information, and insurance type and I will respond after leave. Thank you! I am professionally trained in trauma-focused EMDR, CBT, CPT, and ACT therapy protocols for PTSD, Anxiety, Depression and Chronic Health/Disabilities. As well, I privately coach high-performing women to go from burnout to breakthrough in their careers, with less stress while better juggling family and work-life balance!
(360) 516-4489 View (360) 516-4489
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Carrie Erickson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Maple Valley, WA 98038
Hi & Welcome! I'm a highly skilled Marriage & Family therapist with over 20 years of clinical experience with clients & supervision of interns. I have a B.S. in Communications & a M.S. in Marriage & Family Therapy. If you are in need of immediate help/relief or looking for long-term therapy, I can definitely address your concerns as I am trained in both. My areas of expertise are working with adults, teens, relationships, & families looking to create authentic, lasting change. My style is collaborative, compassionate, directive, & fun. Hope is essential for Healing. Resilience is essential to Thrive. I can help you achieve both.
Hi & Welcome! I'm a highly skilled Marriage & Family therapist with over 20 years of clinical experience with clients & supervision of interns. I have a B.S. in Communications & a M.S. in Marriage & Family Therapy. If you are in need of immediate help/relief or looking for long-term therapy, I can definitely address your concerns as I am trained in both. My areas of expertise are working with adults, teens, relationships, & families looking to create authentic, lasting change. My style is collaborative, compassionate, directive, & fun. Hope is essential for Healing. Resilience is essential to Thrive. I can help you achieve both.
(206) 317-5126 View (206) 317-5126
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Marissa Joy Pennoyer
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Maple Valley, WA 98038  (Online Only)
I work with families, couples, and individuals needing support to be the best version of themselves. My clients often come to me with issues surrounding hopelessness and struggling with life transitions. I provide a safe, positive, and supportive place to process these issues and feelings without judgement. I hope to work collaboratively with you to reach attainable goals, whether it be individually or for your family.
I work with families, couples, and individuals needing support to be the best version of themselves. My clients often come to me with issues surrounding hopelessness and struggling with life transitions. I provide a safe, positive, and supportive place to process these issues and feelings without judgement. I hope to work collaboratively with you to reach attainable goals, whether it be individually or for your family.
(425) 310-4075 View (425) 310-4075
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PNW Intimate Connections Counseling PLLC
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFTA, RN, CIIPA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Maple Valley, WA 98038  (Online Only)
As a trauma-informed Sex Therapist who has worked with family relationships for 16 years, I am a warm, non-judgmental, and calm guide as you bravely uncover the questions you've hesitated to say out loud.
If saying the word SEX out loud makes you cringe inside, you're in the right place. Right now, the idea of having a deeply satisfying relationship with yourself and others might feel distant. The longing to fully inhabit your body, connect authentically with your partner, and ignite the flames of passion is a natural human yearning. You deserve to reclaim your right to a thriving sexual life. While it may feel difficult to address, together we can navigate this topic so that you can feel fully present and alive in your body and your life.
As a trauma-informed Sex Therapist who has worked with family relationships for 16 years, I am a warm, non-judgmental, and calm guide as you bravely uncover the questions you've hesitated to say out loud.
If saying the word SEX out loud makes you cringe inside, you're in the right place. Right now, the idea of having a deeply satisfying relationship with yourself and others might feel distant. The longing to fully inhabit your body, connect authentically with your partner, and ignite the flames of passion is a natural human yearning. You deserve to reclaim your right to a thriving sexual life. While it may feel difficult to address, together we can navigate this topic so that you can feel fully present and alive in your body and your life.
(206) 594-4301 View (206) 594-4301
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Sarah Tanner
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Maple Valley, WA 98038  (Online Only)
With compassionate, engaging therapy centered on you and your relationship or family needs, goals, hopes, strengths and resources, we develop a plan unique to you! My online platform allows for secure, confidential support.
Something needs to change, you can feel it! The confusion, loss, and flashes from one emotion to another seem to turn every day upside down. Gratefully, stepping from where you and your loved ones are to where you long to be is so much more possible than you may now realize! Together we can create a better way forward.
With compassionate, engaging therapy centered on you and your relationship or family needs, goals, hopes, strengths and resources, we develop a plan unique to you! My online platform allows for secure, confidential support.
Something needs to change, you can feel it! The confusion, loss, and flashes from one emotion to another seem to turn every day upside down. Gratefully, stepping from where you and your loved ones are to where you long to be is so much more possible than you may now realize! Together we can create a better way forward.
(425) 906-1956 View (425) 906-1956
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Kate Chrisinger
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Maple Valley, WA 98038
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!
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!
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Alicia Christian
Pre-Licensed Professional, BA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Maple Valley, WA 98038
Waitlist for new clients
I work with individuals of all ages, but I particularly love working with children/teens! I also enjoy doing therapy in various formats. In addition to providing individual therapy, I offer parent coaching, family therapy, and couples counseling. My work utilizes therapeutic approaches such as Play Therapy, CBT, DBT, Hypnotherapy, Narrative Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy and Existential Therapy. My clients find me to be nonjudgemental, supportive and encouraging. I am a firm believer in the power of vulnerability, introspection and growth, and strive to create a safe and nonjudgemental space for all clients.
I work with individuals of all ages, but I particularly love working with children/teens! I also enjoy doing therapy in various formats. In addition to providing individual therapy, I offer parent coaching, family therapy, and couples counseling. My work utilizes therapeutic approaches such as Play Therapy, CBT, DBT, Hypnotherapy, Narrative Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy and Existential Therapy. My clients find me to be nonjudgemental, supportive and encouraging. I am a firm believer in the power of vulnerability, introspection and growth, and strive to create a safe and nonjudgemental space for all clients.
(425) 537-3991 View (425) 537-3991
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Tamara Axtell
Counselor, MS, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Maple Valley, WA 98038
I would love to help you and your family find solutions that work!.
Where are you trying to go? Is your past or fear for the future like a ball and chain, shackling you from the freedom you crave? Can you imagine your ideal life? I love to help my clients find a way toward living the life they envision. We all need a little help sometimes when life gets complicated. I always commit to working as hard as my clients in the time we spend together in sessions. I help clients gain practical skills and confidence for whatever challenges they are facing. Call me today and we will work together to break through to your best life!
I would love to help you and your family find solutions that work!.
Where are you trying to go? Is your past or fear for the future like a ball and chain, shackling you from the freedom you crave? Can you imagine your ideal life? I love to help my clients find a way toward living the life they envision. We all need a little help sometimes when life gets complicated. I always commit to working as hard as my clients in the time we spend together in sessions. I help clients gain practical skills and confidence for whatever challenges they are facing. Call me today and we will work together to break through to your best life!
(253) 649-2370 View (253) 649-2370
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Sarah Downer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, IFS L1
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Maple Valley, WA 98038
I offer trauma focused therapy using EMDR (eye movement therapy and reprocessing) and Internal Family Systems.
Do you continue to get triggered by things that have happened in the past? Do you have negative beliefs about yourself that keep getting reinforced by current experiences? Do you have specific phobias that you would like to address?
I offer trauma focused therapy using EMDR (eye movement therapy and reprocessing) and Internal Family Systems.
Do you continue to get triggered by things that have happened in the past? Do you have negative beliefs about yourself that keep getting reinforced by current experiences? Do you have specific phobias that you would like to address?
(253) 563-1709 View (253) 563-1709
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Kimberly Blake
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Maple Valley, WA 98038
I approach each client as an individual and examine the many systems impacting their lives (family, friends, work, personal history, physical, and behavioral and cognitive systems.
I believe a person is often presented with challenges in his or her life and that sometimes we need help in facing those challenges. I am passionate about working with individuals and couples to overcome these obstacles and find solutions that lead to a balanced life. These challenges often arise from relationships, both personal and professional, from past experiences, from depression or anxiety, as well as from physical challenges such as chronic pain or illness, among many other factors.
I approach each client as an individual and examine the many systems impacting their lives (family, friends, work, personal history, physical, and behavioral and cognitive systems.
I believe a person is often presented with challenges in his or her life and that sometimes we need help in facing those challenges. I am passionate about working with individuals and couples to overcome these obstacles and find solutions that lead to a balanced life. These challenges often arise from relationships, both personal and professional, from past experiences, from depression or anxiety, as well as from physical challenges such as chronic pain or illness, among many other factors.
(206) 853-6529 View (206) 853-6529
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In It Together Counseling
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Maple Valley, WA 98038
Not accepting new clients
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 specializes in trauma, parenting, adolescent behavioral issues and ADHD. I offer free phone consultations so call today to see if I can be of service to you and your family.
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 specializes in trauma, parenting, adolescent behavioral issues and ADHD. I offer free phone consultations so call today to see if I can be of service to you and your family.
(206) 673-3902 View (206) 673-3902
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Gary M Marcus
Psychologist, PhD, CRC
Verified Verified
Maple Valley, WA 98038  (Online Only)
I am a licensed psychologist with 35 years of experience providing practical, brief, solution-focused therapy. My therapy style is interactive with frequent feedback and coaching. I treat depression and anxiety disorders (Panic Disorder, Social Anxiety, Generalized Anxiety Disorder). I provide couple/marital therapy and work with relationship issues. I work exclusively with adults. I use evidence based treatment approaches to treat depression, anxiety disorders, and couple/family issues. I help clients adjust to difficult life events and circumstances. My orientation is cognitive behavioral.
I am a licensed psychologist with 35 years of experience providing practical, brief, solution-focused therapy. My therapy style is interactive with frequent feedback and coaching. I treat depression and anxiety disorders (Panic Disorder, Social Anxiety, Generalized Anxiety Disorder). I provide couple/marital therapy and work with relationship issues. I work exclusively with adults. I use evidence based treatment approaches to treat depression, anxiety disorders, and couple/family issues. I help clients adjust to difficult life events and circumstances. My orientation is cognitive behavioral.
(425) 954-6943 View (425) 954-6943
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Perry Sage
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Maple Valley, WA 98038
Not accepting new clients
If you think I would be a good fit for either you or your family, please feel free to reach out to me.
Everyone has something amazing and wonderful about themselves! My approach to therapy is to help my clients find what this is and then use it to overcome their challenges and difficulties in life. I work with adolescents, and adults with a wide range of mental health issues from anxiety, depression, and difficult life events to everyday struggles.
If you think I would be a good fit for either you or your family, please feel free to reach out to me.
Everyone has something amazing and wonderful about themselves! My approach to therapy is to help my clients find what this is and then use it to overcome their challenges and difficulties in life. I work with adolescents, and adults with a wide range of mental health issues from anxiety, depression, and difficult life events to everyday struggles.
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Gera McGuire
Counselor, MA, NCC, LMHC, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Maple Valley, WA 98038
I work with many client challenges including complicated grief/loss, divorce/separation, parenting, premarital counseling, child behavior and mental health, anger management, depression, anxiety, work-life balance, attachment, foster care, adoption, infertility, families with special needs children, self esteem, women's issues, and improving family systems.
Counseling provides an opportunity to make positive changes and to find ways to manage, negotiate and overcome some of life's difficult challenges. Therapists partner with you on this journey. My hope is for you to experience relief and happiness. I help you build upon your unique strengths and abilities as well as expand your personal "tool box." I help families improve their functioning and relationships. For individuals, you and I will identify your concerns, discover the unhelpful thoughts and patterns of behaviors which keep you stuck and find ways to have a happier, healthier life. I also specialize in complicated grief.
I work with many client challenges including complicated grief/loss, divorce/separation, parenting, premarital counseling, child behavior and mental health, anger management, depression, anxiety, work-life balance, attachment, foster care, adoption, infertility, families with special needs children, self esteem, women's issues, and improving family systems.
Counseling provides an opportunity to make positive changes and to find ways to manage, negotiate and overcome some of life's difficult challenges. Therapists partner with you on this journey. My hope is for you to experience relief and happiness. I help you build upon your unique strengths and abilities as well as expand your personal "tool box." I help families improve their functioning and relationships. For individuals, you and I will identify your concerns, discover the unhelpful thoughts and patterns of behaviors which keep you stuck and find ways to have a happier, healthier life. I also specialize in complicated grief.
(360) 680-1796 View (360) 680-1796
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Family Therapy

What do family therapists do?

A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.

How long does therapy for families take to work?

Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.

How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?

You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.

Is therapy for families effective?

Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.