Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists in Monroe, WA

Cher is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over 10 years experience working as a behavioral therapist in local hospitals, schools, and community mental health agencies. Her specialties include Anxiety, Depression, and Autism Spectrum Disorders. She is committed to helping clients learn effective coping skills and problem solving techniques to better manage symptoms, improve relationships and live a more happier and fulfilling life. Her therapeutic approach includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.

I believe in the therapeutic process and relationship, and find immense joy in offering a sense of normalcy and hope to my clients. Sometimes, our vision becomes blurred and we can't see past the weeds in our life. I'm here to help you wade through the mess; to gain a clearer perspective. Each person has a unique and intimate story to share and I am grateful when invited to take part in one's journey.

PracticeOpenings! At CH Counseling, the clients we work with come into therapy with a variety of symptoms and concerns that are interfering with their every day life. Some of the common symptoms clients come in for are: depression, self-harming behaviors, anxiety, low self-esteem, numbing or detached feelings from others, and suicidal ideations. I am the owner of CH Counseling and want to provide the utmost professional and therapeutic experience for the people I work with. My approach always depends upon what works best for the individual or family.

If you or your family have come across challenges you've never had and don't know where to begin... Or if something has had a negative impact on relationships... Or you are experiencing grief... Together, we can find a path that is comfortable and fitting. I work with each client in their own value system to reach goals. I understand it is uncomfortable to bring personal details to a stranger, and honor your journey to growth and positive change. I am licensed to work with clients from the states of WA and OR, with my location being in WA.

Current openings! At CH Counseling, the clients we work with come into therapy with a variety of symptoms and concerns that are interfering with their every day life. My therapeutic approach is rooted in client-centered principles, emphasizing the creation of a safe and non-judgmental space for clients to authentically explore their thoughts, emotions, and experiences with compassion. Specializing in mindfulness-based therapy, I draw upon evidence-based techniques to facilitate the cultivation of present-moment awareness and the development of skills for managing stress, anxiety, depression, and other mental health concerns.

Immediate openings! Therapy is a space to expand self-knowledge and foster connectedness. As a therapist, I meet you where you are with acceptance, compassion, and curiosity. I seek to honor your experience as the expert of your life, and foster this knowing in a collaborative, strengths-based, and culturally aligned manner. Depending on your needs, I also incorporate psychoeducation and coping tools to support you in your growth. My training emphasizes relationships and examining how the facets of our lives interact as an avenue for insight and growth.

I congratulate you on taking steps to heal your relationships and yourself. In counseling you are not alone and I believe that people have a great capacity to change and grow to achieve full and gratifying relationships and lives when given the right support. My approach to counseling is to provide you with a warm, caring, and accepting environment in which to explore solutions to your concerns.

At CH Counseling Services, our practice sees a wide range of people with a variety of clinical or relational issues. I would love to help you on your therapeutic journey. Currently, I am a clinical intern doing individual, family, and couples therapy . My background comes from a variety of life experiences as well as developing clinical skills within my masters program at Walden University. The practice I am under works with people of all ages who experience a variety of challenges that impact their daily lives: such as depression, trauma symptoms, anxiety, and low self esteem.

Feeling overwhelmed has sent you looking for a therapist. It’s tough to find one right now. You’re looking though for a place to unload. A place to receive support with the stress and difficulty that is your life right now. Juggling work, family, friends, responsibilities—plus added anxiety and/or depression. Things have been getting challenging. You need some help to cope with it all. It is a big step to reach out for help. I recognize the step you are taking. You can’t do this alone.

As your therapist, my goal is to provide you with a warm and welcoming environment where you are free to explore the areas of your life you wish to improve for holistic healing - physical, emotional, mental, relational, and spiritual. I offer a warm and empathetic environment as I use a person-centered approach that allows me to understand you through your own unique experiences and walk alongside you on this journey to achieve your personal goals. My primary focus is in child, individual, and couples/family counseling as well as working with neurodivergent populations using neurodiversity-affirming language and approach.

I enjoy working with individuals that have been met with challenges that may seem too great to overcome alone. I want to work with those clients struggling to adjust to changes in their life or lifestyle or seek a deeper understanding of how they interact with their world. I thrive working with clients that interested in improving their interpersonal connections whether that be within the nuclear family, work peers, or in the community. I seek to work with individuals that struggle to understand why they interact with themselves and others the way they do because that is the core of wellness.

My therapy work is rooted in a systemic approach with children, adolescents, couples, and families experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, parenting challenges, grief, etc... . Through my own identities and experiences as a 1.5 generation immigrant from the Philippines, being raised in Los Angeles, and as an educator for over 20 years, I understand the impact of harm and losses that carry from generation to generation caused by systems that are not made for us. They surface in our lives and within our relationships.

Are you caught between the chaos of ADHD and life demands? Is your journey filled with distractions, setbacks, and surprises? Are you fed up with struggling to focus, experiencing mood swings that disrupt your day, or feeling overwhelmed by disorganized thoughts and tasks? You might not even remember a time things didn’t feel this way. But one thing is for sure: you’re ready for some relief. You're ready to regain clarity and stability. You're ready to tackle challenges with confidence and efficiency. Most of all, you are ready to reclaim control of your life and embrace a future where ADHD no longer holds you back.

Many of us seek therapy at different periods of our lives for different reasons, such as couple and family conflicts, losing loved ones, life transition issues, addiction, sadness, anxiety, and depression. We sometimes may not figure out what we are going through. Unknowns and uncertainties may increase in our lives and become unmanageable, or we are unable to fulfill our search for meaning. Therapy helps us cope with difficult and painful emotions, figure out what we are going through, and name it. Carl Rogers defines growth as any kind of movement toward “self-esteem, flexibility, or respect and compassion for self and others."

Anyone can benefit from therapy, whether you are struggling with a specific issue or have a desire to learn more about yourself for personal growth. Sometimes we need a supportive and objective person to guide us so we can uncover and break down any barriers that interfere with our happiness. My goal is to provide the space for you to do just that - to explore your thoughts, emotions, and behavior patterns in a safe, judgment-free environment. I am especially interested in working with those dealing with adoption related and gender identity related issues.

Your story matters. Peoples’ stories can get messy and I am not afraid to sit in that mess with my clients. I use Narrative Therapy to help clients see the power of their own story and allow me into that narrative so that together we can redefine the messier or more broken parts. I also use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help clients pinpoint what they value most about their story and work toward acceptance and commitment in taking action steps toward their goals.

Have you been struggling with difficult thoughts or feelings? Ever feel stuck or like you're living on auto-pilot? If so, I can help. I believe that we are healthiest when we allow ourselves to be exactly who we are. I have special interests in relational and religious trauma, as well as working with people with addiction issues, severe depression, anxiety disorders, and suicidal thoughts and actions. No matter where you are in your healing journey, I hope to join you and help you see that you are not alone in the struggle. You are your greatest healer, and I will be your guide along the way.

Emotions can be both wonderful and scary. Feeling alone in a crowd, or feeling crowded when alone, can happen to anyone. We may ask ourselves: "What am I afraid of?", "Why am I angry?", "Why did I just do that?", or "Why is this happening?" We may also tell ourselves, "I don't deserve this.", "I always mess things up.", or "No one can help me." If you can relate to these types of questions or statements, I may be able to help.

Does everyone else seem to have it together, while you’re still trying to figure life out? Have you always had issues with tasks or social situations? Many people who think differently have trouble going with the flow of everyone else. I’ve worked with many clients who’ve struggled with concentration, relationship skills, managing emotions, and more. I specialize in working with vulnerable groups, such as people who are neurodivergent, and parents who are in difficult situations with a struggling child or their own toxic relationship. I have experience working with ADHD, ASD, TBI, parenting training, and more.