Couples Counseling Therapists in Orcas, WA
Services include individual, couples and family counseling, groups, workshops and plant medicine integration.
James Michael Seehof attained a Masters Degree in Psychology and was a licensed psychotherapist with a private practice in Idaho for 15 years. He is now practicing in the state of Washington on Orcas Island at the Healing Arts Center in Eastsound. He is currently licensed as an LMFT in the state of Washington and an LCPC and LMFT in the state of Idaho. He is comfortable working with diverse clients and respects their individuality. He tailors his technique to the needs of his clients, comfortable listening and exploring as well as discussing strategies needed to create change or solidify boundaries.
Services include individual, couples and family counseling, groups, workshops and plant medicine integration.
James Michael Seehof attained a Masters Degree in Psychology and was a licensed psychotherapist with a private practice in Idaho for 15 years. He is now practicing in the state of Washington on Orcas Island at the Healing Arts Center in Eastsound. He is currently licensed as an LMFT in the state of Washington and an LCPC and LMFT in the state of Idaho. He is comfortable working with diverse clients and respects their individuality. He tailors his technique to the needs of his clients, comfortable listening and exploring as well as discussing strategies needed to create change or solidify boundaries.
Often, creating healthy changes in relationships ( couples, parent-child problems, co-worker or school friends) can play an important role in feeling better.
If you need support to change a troubled relationship, a job or living situation, I can help you. If you have dreams or plans that you want help bringing about I can help with motivation and structure. People who can take action to seek help for difficulties feel better about themselves and move in the direction of greater happiness. I like to employ wisdom from many sources; Research based positive psychology, cognitive and dialectical behavioral therapy, mindfulness practices that restore emotional balance. I always seek to help you mobilize your own wisdom, sense of humor and courage.
Often, creating healthy changes in relationships ( couples, parent-child problems, co-worker or school friends) can play an important role in feeling better.
If you need support to change a troubled relationship, a job or living situation, I can help you. If you have dreams or plans that you want help bringing about I can help with motivation and structure. People who can take action to seek help for difficulties feel better about themselves and move in the direction of greater happiness. I like to employ wisdom from many sources; Research based positive psychology, cognitive and dialectical behavioral therapy, mindfulness practices that restore emotional balance. I always seek to help you mobilize your own wisdom, sense of humor and courage.
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Amy (Rocky) Harold
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA, CMHS, MHP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Friday Harbor, WA 98250 (Online Only)
Sometimes the family and/or relationship process breaks down and people feel stuck. Relationships require us to be close in some ways and apart in other ways. This helps people be authentic with themselves and trusting of each other. With this trust and authenticity, people develop a new process for solving problems.
Sometimes the family and/or relationship process breaks down and people feel stuck. Relationships require us to be close in some ways and apart in other ways. This helps people be authentic with themselves and trusting of each other. With this trust and authenticity, people develop a new process for solving problems.
Marisa Hendron
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFTA
Verified Verified
Eastsound, WA 98245
I work with individuals, couples and families from diverse backgrounds, and particularly enjoy helping families navigate changes such as divorce, blending families, or other changes to key relationships.
I work best with people who feel their world crumbling in some way. Whether you're pushed beyond your breaking point by life stressors, managing difficult life transitions, or want support transforming a precious but challenging relationship into a more satisfying state, I look forward to walking that path with you. As painful, varied, and disorienting as mental health symptoms can be, I deeply trust that they are rooted in a need for support and change. I trust my clients are striving for meaningful, satisfying lives and relationships and work to bring those goals into fruition regardless of our starting point.
I work with individuals, couples and families from diverse backgrounds, and particularly enjoy helping families navigate changes such as divorce, blending families, or other changes to key relationships.
I work best with people who feel their world crumbling in some way. Whether you're pushed beyond your breaking point by life stressors, managing difficult life transitions, or want support transforming a precious but challenging relationship into a more satisfying state, I look forward to walking that path with you. As painful, varied, and disorienting as mental health symptoms can be, I deeply trust that they are rooted in a need for support and change. I trust my clients are striving for meaningful, satisfying lives and relationships and work to bring those goals into fruition regardless of our starting point.
Advanced training in Affair and Trauma recovery for couples.
Welcome. With over 25 years experience as a Marriage and Family Therapist, I provide therapy in a comfortable and supportive atmosphere. In addition to my Washington office, I offer teletherapy in the states of Washington, Colorado, Idaho and Utah. I offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each of my clients' individual needs. We work together to reach your personal growth goals. I provide therapy for relationship issues such as loss of closeness, affair recovery, remarriage adjustment, and decision to divorce. Treatment options include weekly therapy, marital issue coaching, and 2-3 day intensive retreats.
Advanced training in Affair and Trauma recovery for couples.
Welcome. With over 25 years experience as a Marriage and Family Therapist, I provide therapy in a comfortable and supportive atmosphere. In addition to my Washington office, I offer teletherapy in the states of Washington, Colorado, Idaho and Utah. I offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each of my clients' individual needs. We work together to reach your personal growth goals. I provide therapy for relationship issues such as loss of closeness, affair recovery, remarriage adjustment, and decision to divorce. Treatment options include weekly therapy, marital issue coaching, and 2-3 day intensive retreats.
My hope is that my supportive, non-judgmental, warm, and direct approach to treatment will allow you (your partner and family) to feel welcome, understood, and safe to speak about the issues impacting your lives and relationships.
I am an Individual, Marriage/Couple, and Family therapist offering evidence-based tele-health "Zoom" counseling sessions for Washingtonians, or in-person on Orcas Island. My focus on resilience invites clients to utilize and develop their own internal strengths. As they begin to build skills, resolve conflict, improve communication, address challenges in their relationships, and reduce symptoms like anxiety and depression, many of my clients heal emotional trauma, relieve angst, find hope, and ultimately flourish.
My hope is that my supportive, non-judgmental, warm, and direct approach to treatment will allow you (your partner and family) to feel welcome, understood, and safe to speak about the issues impacting your lives and relationships.
I am an Individual, Marriage/Couple, and Family therapist offering evidence-based tele-health "Zoom" counseling sessions for Washingtonians, or in-person on Orcas Island. My focus on resilience invites clients to utilize and develop their own internal strengths. As they begin to build skills, resolve conflict, improve communication, address challenges in their relationships, and reduce symptoms like anxiety and depression, many of my clients heal emotional trauma, relieve angst, find hope, and ultimately flourish.
Che Blaine
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Eastsound, WA 98245 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
The intention I have is to explore with you your desire to have a more healthy balance in the emotional, mental, spiritual, and physical aspects of your life. A central question that I keep in mind is: "how can I be helpful?" I encourage my clients to make overall goals for our counseling relationship as well as for each appointment. Your happiness and freedom is my goal. My hope is to create together an atmosphere of safety, respect and trust. My focus is to encourage my clients' exploration of their own personal power, wisdom and resources for understanding, healing and happiness.
The intention I have is to explore with you your desire to have a more healthy balance in the emotional, mental, spiritual, and physical aspects of your life. A central question that I keep in mind is: "how can I be helpful?" I encourage my clients to make overall goals for our counseling relationship as well as for each appointment. Your happiness and freedom is my goal. My hope is to create together an atmosphere of safety, respect and trust. My focus is to encourage my clients' exploration of their own personal power, wisdom and resources for understanding, healing and happiness.
I specialize in relational psychotherapy which focuses on mutuality in the psychotheraputic relationship.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in private practice for 40+ years, I provide relational psychotherapy for individuals and couples. In our initial meeting we identify the problem areas and conflicts causing psychological or emotional distress. Understanding the core issues will lead to a treatment approach, designed specifically for each client or couple. We utilize each persons strengths, coping skills, and life experience to reduce and manage anxiety, depression, self esteem issues and resolve internal or external conflicts. Effective psychotherapy can have a profound impact on mood, behavior and quality of life at all levels.
I specialize in relational psychotherapy which focuses on mutuality in the psychotheraputic relationship.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in private practice for 40+ years, I provide relational psychotherapy for individuals and couples. In our initial meeting we identify the problem areas and conflicts causing psychological or emotional distress. Understanding the core issues will lead to a treatment approach, designed specifically for each client or couple. We utilize each persons strengths, coping skills, and life experience to reduce and manage anxiety, depression, self esteem issues and resolve internal or external conflicts. Effective psychotherapy can have a profound impact on mood, behavior and quality of life at all levels.
John Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Friday Harbor, WA 98250 (Online Only)
I am licensed in Washington with 5 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, coping with grief and loss, & depression. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
I am licensed in Washington with 5 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, coping with grief and loss, & depression. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
Barbara Starr
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Friday Harbor, WA 98250
Many individuals seek counseling with me because they have had painful or traumatic experiences that interfere with their ability to live a satisfying life, one filled with meaningful relationships, the ability to experience joy, and the ability to manage life problems skillfully. They often feel stuck and, although they've tried hard, they continue to experience problems in relationships and often suffer from anxiety, depression and the effects of trauma. They want to move forward in their lives with hope, confidence and a sense of purpose.
Many individuals seek counseling with me because they have had painful or traumatic experiences that interfere with their ability to live a satisfying life, one filled with meaningful relationships, the ability to experience joy, and the ability to manage life problems skillfully. They often feel stuck and, although they've tried hard, they continue to experience problems in relationships and often suffer from anxiety, depression and the effects of trauma. They want to move forward in their lives with hope, confidence and a sense of purpose.
So you made a mistake. That much is clear in part due to the unrelenting feelings of guilt and shame that now cloud your entire life. Not to mention how you continue to ask yourself how you could "be so stupid." You want to wake up in the morning and start your day without those negative thoughts reminding you of what you believe is "the worst mistake of your life." Whether it was personally, professionally, or both, the weight is crushing. But you're ready to stop letting this mistake define you and finally move forward with peace and clarity. You're simply tired of being defined by one moment in time.
So you made a mistake. That much is clear in part due to the unrelenting feelings of guilt and shame that now cloud your entire life. Not to mention how you continue to ask yourself how you could "be so stupid." You want to wake up in the morning and start your day without those negative thoughts reminding you of what you believe is "the worst mistake of your life." Whether it was personally, professionally, or both, the weight is crushing. But you're ready to stop letting this mistake define you and finally move forward with peace and clarity. You're simply tired of being defined by one moment in time.
As humans we are beautifully flawed. We all go through periods of instability, overwhelm, anxiety, depression, shame, and excessive stress, colored by our own unique life experiences. Sometimes we can manage on our own, and sometimes we need help. Perhaps you are feeling a sense of disconnect that is difficult to describe. Do you desire a sense of connection, healing, and empowerment? I am here to listen deeply, offer you some new tools, and introduce fresh perspectives.
As humans we are beautifully flawed. We all go through periods of instability, overwhelm, anxiety, depression, shame, and excessive stress, colored by our own unique life experiences. Sometimes we can manage on our own, and sometimes we need help. Perhaps you are feeling a sense of disconnect that is difficult to describe. Do you desire a sense of connection, healing, and empowerment? I am here to listen deeply, offer you some new tools, and introduce fresh perspectives.
Turn the Tides, Brian J Krembs
Counselor, MA, MEd, LMHCA, EMT
Verified Verified
Friday Harbor, WA 98250
I have worked with children and their parents for the past twenty years in various roles but mostly as a School Counselor. Fifteen of those years, I spent in South Korea and Indonesia working for International Schools with students from age three through adulthood.
I have worked with children and their parents for the past twenty years in various roles but mostly as a School Counselor. Fifteen of those years, I spent in South Korea and Indonesia working for International Schools with students from age three through adulthood.
Online Therapists
Kathie Stabbert
Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Bothell, WA 98021
Waitlist for new clients
Prepare/Enrich Facilitator - engaging couples in pre-marital.
I work with people struggling with anxiety, depression, PTSD, bipolar, and relationship concerns by exploring a deeper awareness of both the body and mind. I use several approaches including attachment theory, EMDR, IFS, EFT, and CBT, as I work with individuals and couples to resolve core beliefs which feed powerlessness and shame. I listen to and advocate for my clients to find new pathways through life's challenges of trauma, emotional neglect, grief, and negative self-worth. We don't need all the answers to be "good enough." We need someone to "be" with us as we learn new ways to thrive.
Prepare/Enrich Facilitator - engaging couples in pre-marital.
I work with people struggling with anxiety, depression, PTSD, bipolar, and relationship concerns by exploring a deeper awareness of both the body and mind. I use several approaches including attachment theory, EMDR, IFS, EFT, and CBT, as I work with individuals and couples to resolve core beliefs which feed powerlessness and shame. I listen to and advocate for my clients to find new pathways through life's challenges of trauma, emotional neglect, grief, and negative self-worth. We don't need all the answers to be "good enough." We need someone to "be" with us as we learn new ways to thrive.
Felicia Molano
Counselor, MS, LMHC, NCC, CST
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Bellevue, WA 98005 (Online Only)
I'd be honored for you to welcome me into your life to help you and your relationship.
Is sex a problem for you or your relationship? Are you tired of arguing about sex & avoiding intimacy? Has infidelity or sexual trauma hurt your ability to feel safe and connect? If you're tired of trying to fix things on your own, it's probably time to get support from a specialist. I help individuals & couples work though sexual struggles, heal from trauma, and rebuild intimacy. Together, we can create a plan to help you experience a deeper and fulfilling relationship. I build upon your strengths, while healing wounds that fuel suffering and keep us stuck. I'll walk alongside you as we work together on your goals set at your pace.
I'd be honored for you to welcome me into your life to help you and your relationship.
Is sex a problem for you or your relationship? Are you tired of arguing about sex & avoiding intimacy? Has infidelity or sexual trauma hurt your ability to feel safe and connect? If you're tired of trying to fix things on your own, it's probably time to get support from a specialist. I help individuals & couples work though sexual struggles, heal from trauma, and rebuild intimacy. Together, we can create a plan to help you experience a deeper and fulfilling relationship. I build upon your strengths, while healing wounds that fuel suffering and keep us stuck. I'll walk alongside you as we work together on your goals set at your pace.
I firmly believe in you and your partner’s innate ability to heal.
Accepting new couples clients. Are you tired of brushing issues under the rug and hoping they'll get better with time? Do you often leave conversations with your partner feeling farther from them than when you started? You're frustrated and angry, yes, but you're also incredibly exhausted and hurt. You don't want to lose your partner but you're not sure where to go from here. You're wondering if couples therapy can help but it feels difficult to admit you need help from a third party. I hear you.
I firmly believe in you and your partner’s innate ability to heal.
Accepting new couples clients. Are you tired of brushing issues under the rug and hoping they'll get better with time? Do you often leave conversations with your partner feeling farther from them than when you started? You're frustrated and angry, yes, but you're also incredibly exhausted and hurt. You don't want to lose your partner but you're not sure where to go from here. You're wondering if couples therapy can help but it feels difficult to admit you need help from a third party. I hear you.
Emmaus Counseling Center
Psychologist, PhD, LMFT, LMHC, LICSW, CSAT
Verified Verified
Redmond, WA 98052
Our compassionate therapists offer counseling services for clients Ages 3+, Couples, and Families.
Our psychologists and therapists are among the most respected in the area and have been selected because of their expertise in a variety of presenting issues and vast experience of therapeutic approaches. And because each of our clients are unique, our therapists offer an exciting and varied approach for each of their clients struggling with issues preventing them from living their best life.
Our compassionate therapists offer counseling services for clients Ages 3+, Couples, and Families.
Our psychologists and therapists are among the most respected in the area and have been selected because of their expertise in a variety of presenting issues and vast experience of therapeutic approaches. And because each of our clients are unique, our therapists offer an exciting and varied approach for each of their clients struggling with issues preventing them from living their best life.
Not Accepting new clients. Seeking therapy can be daunting. My hope is that you’ll feel comfortable with me to work through whatever is going on in your life; whether you are a child, teen, or adult struggling with anxiety, depression, self-worth, grief/loss, or stress. I work with couples, families, and individuals to help them focus energy on solving problems, being understood, and feeling peace in life. As a former social worker and someone who has worked with neurodivergent children and teens, and queer individuals, I bring a breadth of knowledge and experience that can be helpful for many families, couples, and individuals.
Not Accepting new clients. Seeking therapy can be daunting. My hope is that you’ll feel comfortable with me to work through whatever is going on in your life; whether you are a child, teen, or adult struggling with anxiety, depression, self-worth, grief/loss, or stress. I work with couples, families, and individuals to help them focus energy on solving problems, being understood, and feeling peace in life. As a former social worker and someone who has worked with neurodivergent children and teens, and queer individuals, I bring a breadth of knowledge and experience that can be helpful for many families, couples, and individuals.
Hello! Adulting can be really overwhelming sometimes. I work with clients during various transitions in their lives who are dealing with challenges in their relationships, the road to parenthood, as well as grief and loss. These are not easy stages of life – working through differences with a partner; challenges with fertility, pregnancy, or the highs and lows of parenting; or adjusting to the loss of a loved one.
Hello! Adulting can be really overwhelming sometimes. I work with clients during various transitions in their lives who are dealing with challenges in their relationships, the road to parenthood, as well as grief and loss. These are not easy stages of life – working through differences with a partner; challenges with fertility, pregnancy, or the highs and lows of parenting; or adjusting to the loss of a loved one.
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Couples Counseling Therapists
Does couples counseling work?
Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.
When should a couple seek counseling?
Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.
How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?
The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.
How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?
The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.