Veterans Therapists in Mukilteo, WA
Jenna Abrams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Mukilteo, WA 98275 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Hi there! I am currently accepting new WA and NC Telehealth clients. Learning to trust someone is hard, but having to face difficult experiences alone can be even harder. I am here to help you make that journey (feel) easier, and help you grow at the same time. Using a holistic, person-centered approach, I will learn what makes you who you are, and will develop a unique treatment plan tailored to your needs. I enjoy working with individuals and couples, people of all orientations, and with military members and their families. I value support and validation but encourage solutions and change.
Hi there! I am currently accepting new WA and NC Telehealth clients. Learning to trust someone is hard, but having to face difficult experiences alone can be even harder. I am here to help you make that journey (feel) easier, and help you grow at the same time. Using a holistic, person-centered approach, I will learn what makes you who you are, and will develop a unique treatment plan tailored to your needs. I enjoy working with individuals and couples, people of all orientations, and with military members and their families. I value support and validation but encourage solutions and change.
Michelle Sells
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Mukilteo, WA 98275 (Online Only)
I have an extensive background and many years of experience working with children, teens, families, LGBTQIA+ folks, adults, and those who are retired. I have done work around complex trauma, stress, depression, anxiety, transitions, self-esteem, parenting issues, as well as a specialty in grief/loss, anticipatory grief, end of life, hospice and chronic medical issues.
I have an extensive background and many years of experience working with children, teens, families, LGBTQIA+ folks, adults, and those who are retired. I have done work around complex trauma, stress, depression, anxiety, transitions, self-esteem, parenting issues, as well as a specialty in grief/loss, anticipatory grief, end of life, hospice and chronic medical issues.
Audrey Comber
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSWAIC, PPSC
Verified Verified
Mukilteo, WA 98275 (Online Only)
If you have struggled with trauma related to childhood abuse, dysfunction, attachment issues; and/or interpersonal violence (domestic abuse, sexual abuse) I can help! I also specialize in helping clients diagnosed with BPD unpack and heal their underlying trauma. In working with me, you will learn how to HEAL your trauma without constant use of coping skills to dull the pain. First session is free.
If you have struggled with trauma related to childhood abuse, dysfunction, attachment issues; and/or interpersonal violence (domestic abuse, sexual abuse) I can help! I also specialize in helping clients diagnosed with BPD unpack and heal their underlying trauma. In working with me, you will learn how to HEAL your trauma without constant use of coping skills to dull the pain. First session is free.
Geoffrey M. Simkins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Mukilteo, WA 98275 (Online Only)
My focus is on helping people improve themselves and help them enjoy their lives. I think sometimes to get better outcomes, if we might want to change our behaviors/thoughts/feelings. Typically I use DBT, CBT and behavioral techniques that might help us make some changes. An engaged client that puts in some effort during session and/or towards their treatment plan that usually does best. Only sees adults, over +18.
My focus is on helping people improve themselves and help them enjoy their lives. I think sometimes to get better outcomes, if we might want to change our behaviors/thoughts/feelings. Typically I use DBT, CBT and behavioral techniques that might help us make some changes. An engaged client that puts in some effort during session and/or towards their treatment plan that usually does best. Only sees adults, over +18.
Sound Psychotherapy & Counseling Services PLLC
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Mukilteo, WA 98275
We are a group of therapists that believe therapy is an important life choice that people make when things get tough. This courageous decision must be honored with compassion, empathy, and sincerity. We are passionate about helping and sharing in the journey towards greater health and happiness. It is important to feel safe in therapy, and thus feel free to say what is on one's mind and in one's hearts while always being met with compassionate understanding. We believe that every person deserves safety, dignity, and peace of mind. We love working with people who are seeking to live their best life
We are a group of therapists that believe therapy is an important life choice that people make when things get tough. This courageous decision must be honored with compassion, empathy, and sincerity. We are passionate about helping and sharing in the journey towards greater health and happiness. It is important to feel safe in therapy, and thus feel free to say what is on one's mind and in one's hearts while always being met with compassionate understanding. We believe that every person deserves safety, dignity, and peace of mind. We love working with people who are seeking to live their best life
Tobi Ricca, MSW, LICSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, FAAETS
Verified Verified
Mukilteo, WA 98275 (Online Only)
Come in. Bring your baggage. We'll sit together, unpack it, and figure out what has gone wrong and what now to do about it. It will be a journey, your journey; and I will be alongside you as a guide. Feeling overwhelmed and without direction is often what brings people into therapy. Once you take that step, you are no longer alone. Whether you are coping with a situational concern or a life-long condition, I have a range of approaches, honed during my 30 years in the profession that will be useful on your journey.
Come in. Bring your baggage. We'll sit together, unpack it, and figure out what has gone wrong and what now to do about it. It will be a journey, your journey; and I will be alongside you as a guide. Feeling overwhelmed and without direction is often what brings people into therapy. Once you take that step, you are no longer alone. Whether you are coping with a situational concern or a life-long condition, I have a range of approaches, honed during my 30 years in the profession that will be useful on your journey.
So many therapists to choose from...! My practice is simple and old-fashioned. Sessions are in person and I don't bill insurances. There is nothing simple, however, about life's bumpy roads. Between our personal concerns, family, and relationship problems and the current state of social, political and climate pressures, there is plenty to account for the rise in anxiety and even despair.
So many therapists to choose from...! My practice is simple and old-fashioned. Sessions are in person and I don't bill insurances. There is nothing simple, however, about life's bumpy roads. Between our personal concerns, family, and relationship problems and the current state of social, political and climate pressures, there is plenty to account for the rise in anxiety and even despair.
Robin Noel - Psychotherapy, Hypnotherapy, Reiki
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mukilteo, WA 98275
I am a spiritually-oriented psychotherapist who brings energetic depth and heart-felt attunement to each client. If you struggle with low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, problems with authority, parenting issues, difficulty with intimacy, perfectionism, addictions, feelings of isolation, rage/anger, numbness, or "living like a zombie," I invite you to contact me so you can begin to rekindle and conduct the force of your inner light. I am comfortable with your fullest expression of difficult emotions and will help you to experience yourself as inherently worthy of safety, respect, and intimacy with others.
I am a spiritually-oriented psychotherapist who brings energetic depth and heart-felt attunement to each client. If you struggle with low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, problems with authority, parenting issues, difficulty with intimacy, perfectionism, addictions, feelings of isolation, rage/anger, numbness, or "living like a zombie," I invite you to contact me so you can begin to rekindle and conduct the force of your inner light. I am comfortable with your fullest expression of difficult emotions and will help you to experience yourself as inherently worthy of safety, respect, and intimacy with others.
Carolyn Akhtar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSWAIC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mukilteo, WA 98275 (Online Only)
I am accepting new clients. There is no question life has its ups and downs. Sometimes we all just need a little extra support. I work with people from many walks of life dealing with many different situations. I treat adolescents, adults, couples and families with anxiety, depression, stress, grief, life changes, relationships, addiction, trauma and many other challenges.
I am accepting new clients. There is no question life has its ups and downs. Sometimes we all just need a little extra support. I work with people from many walks of life dealing with many different situations. I treat adolescents, adults, couples and families with anxiety, depression, stress, grief, life changes, relationships, addiction, trauma and many other challenges.
Empowering Minds PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Mukilteo, WA 98275 (Online Only)
My passion is to empower others to build self-confidence through therapy. Through self-confidence, you can learn how to care for yourself in ways that help you grow using self-compassion and maintain your mental health.
My passion is to empower others to build self-confidence through therapy. Through self-confidence, you can learn how to care for yourself in ways that help you grow using self-compassion and maintain your mental health.
Lynn Hackstaff
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, DCSW, PhD
Verified Verified
Mukilteo, WA 98275 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Why go to therapy? You might seek therapy when experiencing emotional pain or stress, even confusion about a situation or about yourself. Life challenges can pile up and seem overwhelming. Worry can interfere with relationships, work, and sleep. One goal of therapy is to relieve stress and every session should offer greater understanding of issues and relief in some way. Maybe you feel all alone with your concerns—it’s normal to feel that way. Therapy offers a place of understanding and acceptance, a place to be heard, and for you to feel safe with all of your feelings and thoughts, even those that you feel no one else has.
Why go to therapy? You might seek therapy when experiencing emotional pain or stress, even confusion about a situation or about yourself. Life challenges can pile up and seem overwhelming. Worry can interfere with relationships, work, and sleep. One goal of therapy is to relieve stress and every session should offer greater understanding of issues and relief in some way. Maybe you feel all alone with your concerns—it’s normal to feel that way. Therapy offers a place of understanding and acceptance, a place to be heard, and for you to feel safe with all of your feelings and thoughts, even those that you feel no one else has.
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The following are my primary areas of focus as a provider: mood disorders (depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder), ADHD (in adults, adolescents and families), women’s wellness concerns (self esteem, self care, PMDD, and PCOS), family conflict, domestic abuse, military reservists and their families, and general life stressors and adjustment issues.
Welcome. Whatever your reasons for seeking therapy at this time, my goal as a provider is to make the experience both a comfortable and value added one for you. I've been a psychotherapist for thirty-plus years and know it’s not always easy to take the first step, or open up to a stranger. I've never had a one size fits all approach to psychotherapy. Instead I try to tailor my practice to fit the needs of each person as an individual with a unique set of experiences and concerns.
The following are my primary areas of focus as a provider: mood disorders (depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder), ADHD (in adults, adolescents and families), women’s wellness concerns (self esteem, self care, PMDD, and PCOS), family conflict, domestic abuse, military reservists and their families, and general life stressors and adjustment issues.
Welcome. Whatever your reasons for seeking therapy at this time, my goal as a provider is to make the experience both a comfortable and value added one for you. I've been a psychotherapist for thirty-plus years and know it’s not always easy to take the first step, or open up to a stranger. I've never had a one size fits all approach to psychotherapy. Instead I try to tailor my practice to fit the needs of each person as an individual with a unique set of experiences and concerns.
Wanda McKinney
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSWAIC, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mill Creek, WA 98012 (Online Only)
I also have life experience as a veteran, military family member, and caregiver of an aging parent while supporting my adult children.
Everyone goes through tough challenges in life and some challenges are rougher than others. Some challenges require a little help from skilled individuals to get through and prepare for the next challenge. I would like to be that individual to work with you. Whether your challenge is adjusting to a new role at work, home or within your family, struggling with mental health or medical concerns, or with life in general. Working with you to obtain your goals and meet your needs to live a satisfied and content life will be our purpose and journey together.
I also have life experience as a veteran, military family member, and caregiver of an aging parent while supporting my adult children.
Everyone goes through tough challenges in life and some challenges are rougher than others. Some challenges require a little help from skilled individuals to get through and prepare for the next challenge. I would like to be that individual to work with you. Whether your challenge is adjusting to a new role at work, home or within your family, struggling with mental health or medical concerns, or with life in general. Working with you to obtain your goals and meet your needs to live a satisfied and content life will be our purpose and journey together.
I also work with the Military personnel, First Responders, and our unsung heroes 911 operators, dispatchers, hotline workers and hospital staff and the families of those out there serving our community daily.
Healing hearts and relationships one day at a time, including your relationship with yourself. I have been a Mental Health Therapist for 14 years. I offer telehealth to anyone in the State of Washington. I work with clients dealing with anxiety, depression, and trauma. Relationships have a significant impact on our lives—relationships with self-first and with our interpersonal relationships second.
I also work with the Military personnel, First Responders, and our unsung heroes 911 operators, dispatchers, hotline workers and hospital staff and the families of those out there serving our community daily.
Healing hearts and relationships one day at a time, including your relationship with yourself. I have been a Mental Health Therapist for 14 years. I offer telehealth to anyone in the State of Washington. I work with clients dealing with anxiety, depression, and trauma. Relationships have a significant impact on our lives—relationships with self-first and with our interpersonal relationships second.
Most clients come to me from the military and emergency services but I also work with many relationships as they struggle with anxiety and mild depression, largely stemming from work-related stress and a lack of work-life balance. They are highly motivated and self-aware, acknowledging their need for help and actively seeking it. They have a supportive network but feel isolated in their experiences, yearning for a space to express their feelings without judgment. They also want to explore underlying issues contributing to their mental health challenges, such as perfectionism and fear of failure.
Most clients come to me from the military and emergency services but I also work with many relationships as they struggle with anxiety and mild depression, largely stemming from work-related stress and a lack of work-life balance. They are highly motivated and self-aware, acknowledging their need for help and actively seeking it. They have a supportive network but feel isolated in their experiences, yearning for a space to express their feelings without judgment. They also want to explore underlying issues contributing to their mental health challenges, such as perfectionism and fear of failure.
Alex Rose Therapy PLLC
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFTA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Everett, WA 98203 (Online Only)
Seeking therapy can be scary, and it can also be the beginning of a meaningful chapter in your life. I hope to support you in exploring your relationships & life experiences to create meaningful change, healing, & growth. My professional experience has allowed me to treat couples/individuals who want to work through trauma, relationship issues/transitions, disordered eating, boundary-setting, anxiety, grief, depression, and life transitions. I have worked with clients from various backgrounds and have extensive experience working with trauma within the first responder/ military community & those who struggle with disordered eating.
Seeking therapy can be scary, and it can also be the beginning of a meaningful chapter in your life. I hope to support you in exploring your relationships & life experiences to create meaningful change, healing, & growth. My professional experience has allowed me to treat couples/individuals who want to work through trauma, relationship issues/transitions, disordered eating, boundary-setting, anxiety, grief, depression, and life transitions. I have worked with clients from various backgrounds and have extensive experience working with trauma within the first responder/ military community & those who struggle with disordered eating.
I specialize in working with men who have experienced trauma, want to improve their relationships, and/or want to understand themselves better. My approach to therapy is grounded in a humanistic and strengths-based perspective, emphasizing empathy, collaboration, and non-judgment. I integrate a variety of therapeutic modalities to tailor therapy to your unique needs. Respecting and honoring cultural diversity is essential in my work to create a safe and inclusive space for individuals of all backgrounds. I have worked with veterans, incarcerated folks, and custody officers.
I specialize in working with men who have experienced trauma, want to improve their relationships, and/or want to understand themselves better. My approach to therapy is grounded in a humanistic and strengths-based perspective, emphasizing empathy, collaboration, and non-judgment. I integrate a variety of therapeutic modalities to tailor therapy to your unique needs. Respecting and honoring cultural diversity is essential in my work to create a safe and inclusive space for individuals of all backgrounds. I have worked with veterans, incarcerated folks, and custody officers.
My expertise includes coping with stress, anxiety/depression, trauma/PTSD, military/aviation families, multicultural, and family of origin/generational trauma.
Updated Nov'24. Accepting New Clients to start in Jan'25. TUE in-person at Lynnwood office location. WED/THUR virtual-only. Hours: 10:30a-3p. I enjoy working with adults and teens. I believe that counseling needs to be a safe and brave space to process hard topics. I value choices, respect, culture, education, and balance in my work which inclines towards acceptance-commitment, attachment, compassionate, trauma-informed, and brain-based approaches. Trained in EMDR and certified in Brainspotting.
My expertise includes coping with stress, anxiety/depression, trauma/PTSD, military/aviation families, multicultural, and family of origin/generational trauma.
Updated Nov'24. Accepting New Clients to start in Jan'25. TUE in-person at Lynnwood office location. WED/THUR virtual-only. Hours: 10:30a-3p. I enjoy working with adults and teens. I believe that counseling needs to be a safe and brave space to process hard topics. I value choices, respect, culture, education, and balance in my work which inclines towards acceptance-commitment, attachment, compassionate, trauma-informed, and brain-based approaches. Trained in EMDR and certified in Brainspotting.
I have extensive experience working with LGBTQIA+, Veterans and grief.
Please note, I have two practices. Private practice: contact information above; insurance Premera, Heritage and Cigna ONLY. Crosspath Counseling: 425-369-1111; www.crosspathcounseling.com; insurance Premera, Aetna, First Choice, Cigna and Regence. If you are struggling with disturbing experiences, grief, anxiety, depression or an adjustment to all of the recent changes, I am here to help. I will work with you to find strategies that help you navigate the issues which block your ability to live your life in the best way possible for you.
I have extensive experience working with LGBTQIA+, Veterans and grief.
Please note, I have two practices. Private practice: contact information above; insurance Premera, Heritage and Cigna ONLY. Crosspath Counseling: 425-369-1111; www.crosspathcounseling.com; insurance Premera, Aetna, First Choice, Cigna and Regence. If you are struggling with disturbing experiences, grief, anxiety, depression or an adjustment to all of the recent changes, I am here to help. I will work with you to find strategies that help you navigate the issues which block your ability to live your life in the best way possible for you.
Holly Shockley
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
Verified Verified
Mountlake Terrace, WA 98043 (Online Only)
My specialty is working with first responders and veterans who have suffered trauma due to their professions.
I've been practicing mental health therapy for about 21 years. I currently work with adults 18+ in Washington, Colorado and Texas. I specialize in EMDR, Trauma Focused Therapy, CBT and DBT with clients who have experienced past trauma's.
My specialty is working with first responders and veterans who have suffered trauma due to their professions.
I've been practicing mental health therapy for about 21 years. I currently work with adults 18+ in Washington, Colorado and Texas. I specialize in EMDR, Trauma Focused Therapy, CBT and DBT with clients who have experienced past trauma's.
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Veterans Therapists
Why is mental health important for veterans and the military?
Veterans are more likely to face mental health challenges than the general public, and such mental health challenges can make it difficult for them to navigate day-to-day life. Improved mental health can result in better interpersonal relationships, lower levels of stress, and decreased dependence on substances, such as drugs or alcohol, for many veterans. Addressing common mental health conditions can also help facilitate recovery from physical health challenges that are faced by many veterans, such as chronic pain, physical injury, or poor sleeping patterns. Therapists trained in working with veterans can help address these concerns and help improve veteran mental health.
How can veterans get access to mental health support?
There are many resources for veterans to get mental health support, including through the VA or through their primary care doctor. Many service personnel are eligible for free or reduced-cost mental health counseling through the VA, depending on their service history and current income. Veterans can also utilize online directories, such as Psychology Today, or nonprofit organization resources like the Wounded Warrior Project, to find a therapist or other healthcare professional that specializes in their specific mental health needs. Veterans may also benefit from community-based groups that facilitate social connection and/or address specific concerns, such as Alcoholics Anonymous.
What type of therapy is best for veterans?
Veterans may benefit from multiple types of therapy, depending on what mental health challenges they are facing. Veterans seeking therapy for anxiety or depression may benefit from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) or Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), which encourage clients to understand how their thought patterns influence their behavior. Veterans with PTSD may seek other more specialized forms of therapy to treat trauma symptoms, such as EMDR or exposure therapy. Many veterans and military personnel may also benefit from family or couples counseling to address the stress and adjustment challenges that can be associated with military life.
Can therapy for veterans help with trauma and PTSD?
Therapy can be highly effective in helping veterans with trauma and PTSD. Therapists specializing in veteran mental health often have extensive training and experience helping veterans navigate symptoms of trauma and can teach clients coping techniques to handle common symptoms associated with trauma and PTSD. Some therapists may use talk therapy as their primary approach, while others utilize more structured therapy modalities in sessions, such as EMDR. Veterans can try multiple therapy modalities to find the best fit for them. Therapists can also help make referrals or connect clients with available resources, such as VA benefits, to help address other life concerns.