First Choice Health | FCH Therapists in Mercer Island, WA
Our emotional worlds are always speaking, yet we don't always understand its language. As therapist my goal is to bring a sensitive mind to the important work of listening with you to your honest experience, for the truths that want to be heard and have much to give. We will work towards easing your most difficult symptoms while, over time, bringing curiosity as to what goes on for you at a deeper level than perhaps you knew how to think about. I aim to support you in developing a better relationship to the painful places in you, and a deeper friendship with yourself that feels liberating, empowering, and enlivening.
Our emotional worlds are always speaking, yet we don't always understand its language. As therapist my goal is to bring a sensitive mind to the important work of listening with you to your honest experience, for the truths that want to be heard and have much to give. We will work towards easing your most difficult symptoms while, over time, bringing curiosity as to what goes on for you at a deeper level than perhaps you knew how to think about. I aim to support you in developing a better relationship to the painful places in you, and a deeper friendship with yourself that feels liberating, empowering, and enlivening.
I view my client’s struggles as I would the struggles of all humans. Our struggles come from something that happened to us yet has become our responsibility to change. Whether it be a defense mechanism, modeled behavior from childhood, or traumatic incidents (acute or prolonged), there is a point in time when we must accept the burden of control. I like to say that we have more control over our lives than we’d like to be responsible for. When something devastating happens to us (a prick to the finger or a shattered heart) how we manage that pain determines our level of suffering, thus our quality of life.
I view my client’s struggles as I would the struggles of all humans. Our struggles come from something that happened to us yet has become our responsibility to change. Whether it be a defense mechanism, modeled behavior from childhood, or traumatic incidents (acute or prolonged), there is a point in time when we must accept the burden of control. I like to say that we have more control over our lives than we’d like to be responsible for. When something devastating happens to us (a prick to the finger or a shattered heart) how we manage that pain determines our level of suffering, thus our quality of life.
Lora Ford
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Mercer Island, WA 98040 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with an integrative and psychodynamically oriented approach to therapy. I work with older adolescents and adults in individual therapy. I provide a safe and supportive atmosphere as we work collaboratively toward your goals. It is a privilege to work with clients and I have developed a great respect for those willing to journey into their inner world and gain a deeper understanding of themselves, heal, and discover new options. My specialty is working with issues related to relationships, anxiety, trauma, fears/phobias, depression,and life transitions.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with an integrative and psychodynamically oriented approach to therapy. I work with older adolescents and adults in individual therapy. I provide a safe and supportive atmosphere as we work collaboratively toward your goals. It is a privilege to work with clients and I have developed a great respect for those willing to journey into their inner world and gain a deeper understanding of themselves, heal, and discover new options. My specialty is working with issues related to relationships, anxiety, trauma, fears/phobias, depression,and life transitions.
Rachel Lordkenaga
Counselor, MA, LMHC, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Mercer Island, WA 98040
Not accepting new clients
I am passionate about the therapeutic relationship. This work entails identifying issues and concerns and processing them in a constructive way. I am interested in holding hope for you on this journey, even when you are feeling hopeless. I think it is important to understand the connection between the mind and the body as well as the past and the present as challenges are confronted. I find the use of creativity, both in art making and perspective changing, very healing. It is an honor to guide you in the process of creating the life you desire.
I am passionate about the therapeutic relationship. This work entails identifying issues and concerns and processing them in a constructive way. I am interested in holding hope for you on this journey, even when you are feeling hopeless. I think it is important to understand the connection between the mind and the body as well as the past and the present as challenges are confronted. I find the use of creativity, both in art making and perspective changing, very healing. It is an honor to guide you in the process of creating the life you desire.
Stefanie Robbins
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mercer Island, WA 98040
Not accepting new clients
Self-improvement. Relationship issues. Anxiety. Unhelpful thoughts or behaviors. These are some of the concerns that bring people, just like you, to my counseling practice. I value and work with the strengths, imperfections, gifts, genetics, history and humanity of each person or family, as these aspects inform and shape who we are. I support clients in identifying a values-based direction for positive change and explore both what motivates change and the barriers that are getting in the way. Together, we create a road map to a healthier life for you or your family.
Self-improvement. Relationship issues. Anxiety. Unhelpful thoughts or behaviors. These are some of the concerns that bring people, just like you, to my counseling practice. I value and work with the strengths, imperfections, gifts, genetics, history and humanity of each person or family, as these aspects inform and shape who we are. I support clients in identifying a values-based direction for positive change and explore both what motivates change and the barriers that are getting in the way. Together, we create a road map to a healthier life for you or your family.
Beth L Murphy
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Mercer Island, WA 98040
Not accepting new clients
I have worked with a wide variety of clients, all of whom have been in different stages of change readiness. I work with all ages as young as 6 years of age to over 60 years of age. My clients struggle with a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, stress, PTSD, ADHD, relationship issues, grief and loss due to illness, injury, death and life transitions, as well as adjustments to positive transitions, such as job promotion, new business, or marriage. Whatever the issue we will work together to find the client's best solution.
I have worked with a wide variety of clients, all of whom have been in different stages of change readiness. I work with all ages as young as 6 years of age to over 60 years of age. My clients struggle with a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, stress, PTSD, ADHD, relationship issues, grief and loss due to illness, injury, death and life transitions, as well as adjustments to positive transitions, such as job promotion, new business, or marriage. Whatever the issue we will work together to find the client's best solution.
Jeremy C Hulley
Counselor, LMHC, CMHS, SEP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Mercer Island, WA 98040
Not accepting new clients
I offer the following: Individual therapy for adults Individual therapy for adolescents Consultation for organizations that serve youth in foster care or residential treatment. My counseling expertise includes: LGBTQ couples and families Individuals struggling with depression and/or anxiety, Complex PTSD, Early relational trauma, Developmental Trauma
I offer the following: Individual therapy for adults Individual therapy for adolescents Consultation for organizations that serve youth in foster care or residential treatment. My counseling expertise includes: LGBTQ couples and families Individuals struggling with depression and/or anxiety, Complex PTSD, Early relational trauma, Developmental Trauma
Mineko Takada-Dill
Counselor, MA, LMHC, ATR
Verified Verified
Mercer Island, WA 98040
Not accepting new clients
Feeling overwhelmed, stressed and stuck? Looking for changes in your life through therapy? I am an Art Therapist/Psychotherapist offering art therapy and counseling services to children, teens, adults and families in Bellevue. Through art therapy or talk-therapy, I can guide you toward improving the problem areas of your life and bringing back happiness, conflict free family life with your children and spouse, and good problem solving skills without anger, sadness and stress. In art therapy, the creating art process itself is relaxing, joyful and visual images itself helps us to come up with creative solutions.
Feeling overwhelmed, stressed and stuck? Looking for changes in your life through therapy? I am an Art Therapist/Psychotherapist offering art therapy and counseling services to children, teens, adults and families in Bellevue. Through art therapy or talk-therapy, I can guide you toward improving the problem areas of your life and bringing back happiness, conflict free family life with your children and spouse, and good problem solving skills without anger, sadness and stress. In art therapy, the creating art process itself is relaxing, joyful and visual images itself helps us to come up with creative solutions.
Servando Benjamin Patlan
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Mercer Island, WA 98040
Not accepting new clients
In my training and career, I specialized in treating children with behavioral difficulties and adults suffering from anxiety, depression and stress. In working with children, my approach includes collaboratively working with the child and their family through their presenting issues and helping institute sustainable changes to foster individual growth in the child and relational growth in the family. This often includes psycho-education and coaching for parents in addition to individual therapy for the child. In working with adults I utilize a range of methods from existential to behavioral depending on the specific needs of the individual.
In my training and career, I specialized in treating children with behavioral difficulties and adults suffering from anxiety, depression and stress. In working with children, my approach includes collaboratively working with the child and their family through their presenting issues and helping institute sustainable changes to foster individual growth in the child and relational growth in the family. This often includes psycho-education and coaching for parents in addition to individual therapy for the child. In working with adults I utilize a range of methods from existential to behavioral depending on the specific needs of the individual.
Christen A. Carson
Psychologist, PhD, ABPP
Verified Verified
Mercer Island, WA 98040
Not accepting new clients
Dr. Carson is a forensic psychologist who conducts evaluations and provides expert testimony in civil and criminal cases. She is Board Certified in both Forensic Psychology and Couple and Family Psychology by the American Board of Professional Psychology (ABPP). Dr. Carson is the past president of the Board of Trustees of the Washington State Psychological Association (WSPA) and the president-elect of the American Board of Couple and Family Psychology. Dr. Carson testifies and presents nationally regarding adolescent and late adolescent brain development and its implications for criminal matters.
Dr. Carson is a forensic psychologist who conducts evaluations and provides expert testimony in civil and criminal cases. She is Board Certified in both Forensic Psychology and Couple and Family Psychology by the American Board of Professional Psychology (ABPP). Dr. Carson is the past president of the Board of Trustees of the Washington State Psychological Association (WSPA) and the president-elect of the American Board of Couple and Family Psychology. Dr. Carson testifies and presents nationally regarding adolescent and late adolescent brain development and its implications for criminal matters.
Tara L Caldwell
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mercer Island, WA 98040 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
My approach with clients is warm, compassionate and collaborative. In addition to relieving pain and symptoms, I strive to help clients make changes that bring them happiness and greater satisfaction in life. Areas of expertise include treatment of PTSD, depression, anxiety, trauma, and abuse, along with problems stemming from relationship issues, divorce, parenting issues, empty nest, career change, relocation, major illness, chronic pain, or grief. I use complementary methodologies and techniques to offer a personalized approach for each client, building on strengths to achieve the changes you want.
My approach with clients is warm, compassionate and collaborative. In addition to relieving pain and symptoms, I strive to help clients make changes that bring them happiness and greater satisfaction in life. Areas of expertise include treatment of PTSD, depression, anxiety, trauma, and abuse, along with problems stemming from relationship issues, divorce, parenting issues, empty nest, career change, relocation, major illness, chronic pain, or grief. I use complementary methodologies and techniques to offer a personalized approach for each client, building on strengths to achieve the changes you want.
Ashely Hill
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mercer Island, WA 98040 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Are you often overwhelmed with feelings of hopelessness, low self-esteem, indecisiveness, frustration? Or maybe you feel unfulfilled in your daily routine, your work, or your relationships. The world is a challenging place to navigate right now, and you don’t have to do it alone. With mental health awareness at the forefront of the national conversation, therapy is becoming less and less taboo to seek out. I hope to join you on your journey of healing and embracing your authentic self.
Are you often overwhelmed with feelings of hopelessness, low self-esteem, indecisiveness, frustration? Or maybe you feel unfulfilled in your daily routine, your work, or your relationships. The world is a challenging place to navigate right now, and you don’t have to do it alone. With mental health awareness at the forefront of the national conversation, therapy is becoming less and less taboo to seek out. I hope to join you on your journey of healing and embracing your authentic self.
Jillian Nichols Correa
Counselor, MS, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Mercer Island, WA 98040 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
I enjoy working with individuals who are looking for a therapeutic setting to navigate a variety of life’s challenges. My therapeutic style is relational and person-centered. I am warm, authentic, collaborative and work to facilitate an environment that allows my clients to feel comfortable and receive the help they are seeking. I believe that my clients are the experts on their own lives and that all people are capable of resiliency, growth, and self-exploration. I work best with adult women who are navigating emerging adulthood and the many life transitions that this brings.
I enjoy working with individuals who are looking for a therapeutic setting to navigate a variety of life’s challenges. My therapeutic style is relational and person-centered. I am warm, authentic, collaborative and work to facilitate an environment that allows my clients to feel comfortable and receive the help they are seeking. I believe that my clients are the experts on their own lives and that all people are capable of resiliency, growth, and self-exploration. I work best with adult women who are navigating emerging adulthood and the many life transitions that this brings.
Betsy Zuber
Counselor, MS, LMHC, GMHS
Verified Verified
Mercer Island, WA 98040
Not accepting new clients
I provide counseling for adults, older adults, and families caring for loved ones with dementia. I have over 30 years of experience treating depression, anxiety, grief and bereavement, family conflict, stress-related concerns, help with personal and life transitions and behaviors related to dementia. I can help you to create and practice effective communication for positive relationships, develop new coping skills for life transitions, and help with conflict management and family dilemmas.
I provide counseling for adults, older adults, and families caring for loved ones with dementia. I have over 30 years of experience treating depression, anxiety, grief and bereavement, family conflict, stress-related concerns, help with personal and life transitions and behaviors related to dementia. I can help you to create and practice effective communication for positive relationships, develop new coping skills for life transitions, and help with conflict management and family dilemmas.
