Emotionally Focused Therapists in Monroe, WA
For couples, I draw upon the evidence based practice of Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy to support relationship repair and restoration.
I work with individual adults, couples and families. My commitment to my clients is to come alongside you in support of the meaningful work of healing and transformation that you seek. I value the relationship between client and counselor, and believe it is core to the therapeutic process. Therefore, I am committed to an initial session that supports discernment about whether we are a good fit for moving forward in the counseling relationship. If not, then I do not charge for that session and help point you toward others who may better serve you.
For couples, I draw upon the evidence based practice of Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy to support relationship repair and restoration.
I work with individual adults, couples and families. My commitment to my clients is to come alongside you in support of the meaningful work of healing and transformation that you seek. I value the relationship between client and counselor, and believe it is core to the therapeutic process. Therefore, I am committed to an initial session that supports discernment about whether we are a good fit for moving forward in the counseling relationship. If not, then I do not charge for that session and help point you toward others who may better serve you.
So, my therapy approaches are narrative, emotionally focused, solution-focused, and mindfulness-based.
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."
So, my therapy approaches are narrative, emotionally focused, solution-focused, and mindfulness-based.
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."
Parents, are you experiencing emotional outbursts or behavior changes with your children? Are you feeling overwhelmed or frustrated? Have you been experiencing difficulties concentrating or feeling extremely lonely, sad, or down? One of the bravest things a person can do is to be vulnerable and share their life's story.
Parents, are you experiencing emotional outbursts or behavior changes with your children? Are you feeling overwhelmed or frustrated? Have you been experiencing difficulties concentrating or feeling extremely lonely, sad, or down? One of the bravest things a person can do is to be vulnerable and share their life's story.
CH Counseling Services- Joe McColskey
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS , LMHCA
Verified Verified
Monroe, WA 98272
Immediate 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. I know from personal and professional experience that it is possible to live a life of joy and optimism. Within each of us are deep wells of untapped potential. No matter what our mistakes, no matter what our struggles, no matter how our past may have shaped us, each of us has the free will to rise above all obstacles and transform ourselves. . It is a courageous step to engage in the process of counseling, and well worth it!
Immediate 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. I know from personal and professional experience that it is possible to live a life of joy and optimism. Within each of us are deep wells of untapped potential. No matter what our mistakes, no matter what our struggles, no matter how our past may have shaped us, each of us has the free will to rise above all obstacles and transform ourselves. . It is a courageous step to engage in the process of counseling, and well worth it!
Stories Of Hope - Emily Estrada
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFTA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Monroe, WA 98272
I am now accepting new clients - I believe everyone’s story is worthy of being heard, explored, acknowledged, and appreciated. I also believe that the stories we have about ourselves shape the way in which we move with the world. My goal as a therapist is to hold the space for my clients to come as they are. I want to create an environment of safety, understanding, and acceptance for my clients to be authentically themselves, explore where they are, and collectively work towards where they want to be. I want to assist my clients in shaping a story that serves them, one that acknowledges resilience and acceptance of oneself.
I am now accepting new clients - I believe everyone’s story is worthy of being heard, explored, acknowledged, and appreciated. I also believe that the stories we have about ourselves shape the way in which we move with the world. My goal as a therapist is to hold the space for my clients to come as they are. I want to create an environment of safety, understanding, and acceptance for my clients to be authentically themselves, explore where they are, and collectively work towards where they want to be. I want to assist my clients in shaping a story that serves them, one that acknowledges resilience and acceptance of oneself.
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.
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.
Stories Of Hope - Mariana Marban Maldonado
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern
Verified Verified
Monroe, WA 98272
My goal is to open a space of trust and confidence for my clients. My background has taught me to be curious about the diverse context of living and cultures of my clients. I am a very empathic and welcoming individual who will be fortunate to hear your story. We can work together to find your preferred self, make space for reflecting about how you want to handle difficulties, and find ways to grow stronger relationships. As a family therapist, I am interested in how to improve relationships with your children, siblings, parents or someone else in the family, we can work through that together.
My goal is to open a space of trust and confidence for my clients. My background has taught me to be curious about the diverse context of living and cultures of my clients. I am a very empathic and welcoming individual who will be fortunate to hear your story. We can work together to find your preferred self, make space for reflecting about how you want to handle difficulties, and find ways to grow stronger relationships. As a family therapist, I am interested in how to improve relationships with your children, siblings, parents or someone else in the family, we can work through that together.
Stories Of Hope- Samson Irish-Lodge
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern
Verified Verified
Monroe, WA 98272
I work with children, individuals, couples, and families. I believe that our experiences as individuals are greatly affected by our experiences with the systems that surround us; and navigating our place within those systems can prove difficult when done alone. My goal as a therapist is to provide a space that allows us to heal and strengthen relationship that we have with ourselves and our surrounding systems to create a sense of harmony and construct a life for ourselves that reflects the way that we truly want to live.
I work with children, individuals, couples, and families. I believe that our experiences as individuals are greatly affected by our experiences with the systems that surround us; and navigating our place within those systems can prove difficult when done alone. My goal as a therapist is to provide a space that allows us to heal and strengthen relationship that we have with ourselves and our surrounding systems to create a sense of harmony and construct a life for ourselves that reflects the way that we truly want to live.
Steve Harper
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CMHS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Monroe, WA 98272 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Whatever problem or situation has you seeking support; I believe you are so much more than your problems and see the people I work with as a whole person capable of healthy relationships, growth and achieving personal goals and dreams. Together we can work on strengthening self-acceptance, independence and inner freedom and lessening feelings of hurt, anger and sadness in an atmosphere of safety and trust. We can help heal wounds and uncover potential that is preventing you from living life to the fullest and feel better by establishing a new relationship with your thoughts and feelings.
Whatever problem or situation has you seeking support; I believe you are so much more than your problems and see the people I work with as a whole person capable of healthy relationships, growth and achieving personal goals and dreams. Together we can work on strengthening self-acceptance, independence and inner freedom and lessening feelings of hurt, anger and sadness in an atmosphere of safety and trust. We can help heal wounds and uncover potential that is preventing you from living life to the fullest and feel better by establishing a new relationship with your thoughts and feelings.
Accepting New Clients!. Providing services to teens and adults who are struggling with mood and/or behavioral issues, depression, anxiety, frustrated parents, relationship issues, cancer patients/survivors/individuals that hope for a better life. I consider individual's strengths and needs in order to provide the best therapeutic interventions. I specialize in providing trauma focused modalities to those who are struggling with trauma and may be suffering from PTSD. I also provide services to a wide range of individuals, utilizing a number of therapeutic inventions.
Accepting New Clients!. Providing services to teens and adults who are struggling with mood and/or behavioral issues, depression, anxiety, frustrated parents, relationship issues, cancer patients/survivors/individuals that hope for a better life. I consider individual's strengths and needs in order to provide the best therapeutic interventions. I specialize in providing trauma focused modalities to those who are struggling with trauma and may be suffering from PTSD. I also provide services to a wide range of individuals, utilizing a number of therapeutic inventions.
I am dedicated to guiding children, adolescents, and adults through various mental health challenges. Together, we'll create a safe space for expression and conversation. I am equally passionate about empowering parents/caregivers with effective communication and understanding, fostering strong family bonds.
I am dedicated to guiding children, adolescents, and adults through various mental health challenges. Together, we'll create a safe space for expression and conversation. I am equally passionate about empowering parents/caregivers with effective communication and understanding, fostering strong family bonds.
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.
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.
CH Counseling- Mandah Gombosuren
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Monroe, WA 98272
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. I love the work of therapy because it can help people to heal. Life can be stressful and we find ourselves lonely in it. I believe we humans need to have a safe environment where we are heard and validated. In today’s busy world it is not easy to find that someone who can be there for you to listen to your struggles in life and help you to heal.
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. I love the work of therapy because it can help people to heal. Life can be stressful and we find ourselves lonely in it. I believe we humans need to have a safe environment where we are heard and validated. In today’s busy world it is not easy to find that someone who can be there for you to listen to your struggles in life and help you to heal.
I invite you into a safe, confidential, & caring environment to receive help with anxiety, depression, and difficult situations in your life. Many of us long to be truly seen, heard, & known. Sadly, we have spent years accruing just the opposite: feeling invisible, silenced, isolated, rejected or abandoned. This therapy is collaborative and gentle. I have over 15 years of experience working with people, their emotional needs, & their personal journey towards growth & healing. My hope is that you feel my deep valuing of your life experience, a sense of honor for your uniqueness & my belief for positive change within you.
I invite you into a safe, confidential, & caring environment to receive help with anxiety, depression, and difficult situations in your life. Many of us long to be truly seen, heard, & known. Sadly, we have spent years accruing just the opposite: feeling invisible, silenced, isolated, rejected or abandoned. This therapy is collaborative and gentle. I have over 15 years of experience working with people, their emotional needs, & their personal journey towards growth & healing. My hope is that you feel my deep valuing of your life experience, a sense of honor for your uniqueness & my belief for positive change within you.
CH Counseling Services- Lizzie Krawczak
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern, MFT , Intern
Verified Verified
Monroe, WA 98272
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.
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.
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.
Hi there! I’m so glad you’re considering taking this step toward your well-being. I consider it an honor and privilege to be invited into someone’s inner world. I’m here to listen and support you - whether we’re finding joy in the small victories or working through the tough moments
Hi there! I’m so glad you’re considering taking this step toward your well-being. I consider it an honor and privilege to be invited into someone’s inner world. I’m here to listen and support you - whether we’re finding joy in the small victories or working through the tough moments
Immediate openings for families and couples! I believe the moment you show up to therapy, you've already begun the changes you're probably looking for. I'm ready to work for couples and families who feel stuck and are looking to create meaningful change to support themselves in these dynamic times. Whatever your circumstances, I offer a non-judgmental space to be witnessed and open to curiosity and kindness. My formal education background in human rights reinforces my belief that anyone who comes to my practice is worthy of support and to be heard in a therapeutic space.
Immediate openings for families and couples! I believe the moment you show up to therapy, you've already begun the changes you're probably looking for. I'm ready to work for couples and families who feel stuck and are looking to create meaningful change to support themselves in these dynamic times. Whatever your circumstances, I offer a non-judgmental space to be witnessed and open to curiosity and kindness. My formal education background in human rights reinforces my belief that anyone who comes to my practice is worthy of support and to be heard in a therapeutic space.
Stories Of Hope - Abby Shobe
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA
Verified Verified
Monroe, WA 98272
I have worked with youth, adults, families, and couples from diverse backgrounds including BIPOC, LGBTQIA, neuro-diverse, and various cultural and religious communities. I believe everyone deserves to feel love, joy, and safety. Current and past experiences and environments can change the way we see ourselves and the world. Our human responses to trauma, oppression, and unfortunate circumstances may manifest as anxiety, depression, and many other mental health symptoms. I prefer to look beyond the symptoms to see the entire story and person.
I have worked with youth, adults, families, and couples from diverse backgrounds including BIPOC, LGBTQIA, neuro-diverse, and various cultural and religious communities. I believe everyone deserves to feel love, joy, and safety. Current and past experiences and environments can change the way we see ourselves and the world. Our human responses to trauma, oppression, and unfortunate circumstances may manifest as anxiety, depression, and many other mental health symptoms. I prefer to look beyond the symptoms to see the entire story and person.
Kody Evans
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, ADHD-CC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Monroe, WA 98272
Waitlist for new clients
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."
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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Emotionally Focused Therapists
Who is emotionally focused therapy for?
Emotionally focused therapy (EFT) is for couples who are emotionally distressed, stuck in an unsatisfying relationship pattern or feeling deeply alienated. They may even believe the relationship is beyond repair. Very often, the partners display intense anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal in the relationship. In addition, EFT is helpful to couples and individuals who have difficulty expressing emotions and those who have trouble regulating emotions.
Why do people need emotionally focused therapy?
People need emotionally focused therapy because the need for others is built into the brain, but the pressures of daily life can erode feelings of love, and couples often do not have the skills to find their way back to the comfort of each other. Instead, they may be stuck in repetitive patterns of anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal. Emotionally focused therapy regards such strong negative feelings as expressions of protest over the loss of connection and turns them into pathways of reconnection.
What happens in emotionally focused therapy?
Over the course of eight to 20 weekly sessions, couples de-escalate their negative emotional reactivity to one another so that they can listen to each other and be responsive to each other’s needs. Then the deep emotional and physical bond is restored, giving partners a sense of comfort and security, which they can use to solve whatever problems come their way. The therapist plays an active role, helping partners understand how anger and withdrawal are actually misguided cries for connection.
What problems does emotionally focused therapy treat?
EFT is designed to help couples stuck in dysfunctional relationship patterns regain closeness and rebuild their relationship. Typically, such couples experience considerable distress, with partners feeling alienated and distrustful of one another, not certain their relationship can survive. EFT is also helpful to individuals experiencing attachment-related fears of loss; it helps them learn to use their fears as a way of eliciting the closeness they desire.