Life Coaching Therapists in Port Townsend, WA

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Kristin Halberg
MBA, BA, CEAP
Verified Verified
Port Townsend, WA 98368  (Online Only)
I’ve been coaching women to love themselves clear down to their bones for over a decade.
Have you ever wondered "why am I still stuck despite all the work I've done?" Do you ever feel trapped, repeating the same cycles and stories over and over again, no matter what you "heal" or "fix"? If you’re anything like me, you built your life around being easy to get along with. You are selfless, and helpful. Your reputation is book-ended on performing under pressure and managing on a shoestring. You hide your vulnerable bits under your general competence, a thick armor of humor, and always being there for everyone else. But underneath all that, you doubt yourself. A LOT!
I’ve been coaching women to love themselves clear down to their bones for over a decade.
Have you ever wondered "why am I still stuck despite all the work I've done?" Do you ever feel trapped, repeating the same cycles and stories over and over again, no matter what you "heal" or "fix"? If you’re anything like me, you built your life around being easy to get along with. You are selfless, and helpful. Your reputation is book-ended on performing under pressure and managing on a shoestring. You hide your vulnerable bits under your general competence, a thick armor of humor, and always being there for everyone else. But underneath all that, you doubt yourself. A LOT!
(425) 215-1769 View (425) 215-1769
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Melissa S Layer
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Port Townsend, WA 98368
I'll companion with you to identify and achieve goals for healing and life satisfaction.
Can you imagine that it's possible to behold your journey as an opportunity for growth, healing and enriched connections? What would it be like to know that you have the capacity to hold both grief and gratitude? It could be that you have come to a cross-road or are standing on significant thresholds as you face transitions, challenges and decision-making. Maybe grief has cracked you open, or you are struggling with illness and long to discover meaning and balance once again. Perhaps you have an emergent sense that there is “something more” that you are yearning for?
I'll companion with you to identify and achieve goals for healing and life satisfaction.
Can you imagine that it's possible to behold your journey as an opportunity for growth, healing and enriched connections? What would it be like to know that you have the capacity to hold both grief and gratitude? It could be that you have come to a cross-road or are standing on significant thresholds as you face transitions, challenges and decision-making. Maybe grief has cracked you open, or you are struggling with illness and long to discover meaning and balance once again. Perhaps you have an emergent sense that there is “something more” that you are yearning for?
(360) 205-9995 View (360) 205-9995
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Kelley Swanstrom
Counselor, MAC, LMHC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Port Townsend, WA 98368
Life in general, and even more since the pandemic, can be stressful and complicated— which causes tension, impacts well-being, relationships, and overall quality of life. Anxiety, stress, and trauma can make everything feel overwhelming. I work with you to slow down and truly notice what’s happening inside yourself. Together, we create a safe, compassionate space where you are seen and understood. By addressing both past and present issues, we work towards healing and improving your life. My goal is to help you feel more empowered, hopeful and deeply connected with your authentic self.
Life in general, and even more since the pandemic, can be stressful and complicated— which causes tension, impacts well-being, relationships, and overall quality of life. Anxiety, stress, and trauma can make everything feel overwhelming. I work with you to slow down and truly notice what’s happening inside yourself. Together, we create a safe, compassionate space where you are seen and understood. By addressing both past and present issues, we work towards healing and improving your life. My goal is to help you feel more empowered, hopeful and deeply connected with your authentic self.
(360) 302-4969 View (360) 302-4969
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Inner Wisdom HLC, LLC
LMFT
Verified Verified
Port Townsend, WA 98368
Are you ready to free yourself from limiting beliefs that contribute to social, emotional, physical issues or behaviors? I would love to work with you, to help you gain back your freedom. What's holding you back? Are you feeling not enough? Is your weight holding you back? Are you anxious in any way or depressed? If you want to succeed in the most important aspects of your life - in relationships, your job and how you feel about yourself, I can help you be truly happy and free you from self-destructive thoughts and behaviors, living a confident, motivated and happier life. I can help you let go of the past that is holding you back.
Are you ready to free yourself from limiting beliefs that contribute to social, emotional, physical issues or behaviors? I would love to work with you, to help you gain back your freedom. What's holding you back? Are you feeling not enough? Is your weight holding you back? Are you anxious in any way or depressed? If you want to succeed in the most important aspects of your life - in relationships, your job and how you feel about yourself, I can help you be truly happy and free you from self-destructive thoughts and behaviors, living a confident, motivated and happier life. I can help you let go of the past that is holding you back.
(360) 821-9901 View (360) 821-9901
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Esther Fredholm Conway
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Port Townsend, WA 98368
I specialize in couples counseling, life transitions, and relationship issues of all kinds, and help those who are overwhelmed, discouraged, or in conflict solve their problems.
In my 40 years as a psychologist my goal has been to provide the safe nurturing environment that creates a productive client/therapist relationship. I have never forgotten my early experiences in seeking help from a therapist, wondering what it would be like, and if it would really help. I appreciated the understanding and insight I received then, and throughout my life, sometimes with my husband, I have found different kinds of therapy that were helpful to me and to my clients.
I specialize in couples counseling, life transitions, and relationship issues of all kinds, and help those who are overwhelmed, discouraged, or in conflict solve their problems.
In my 40 years as a psychologist my goal has been to provide the safe nurturing environment that creates a productive client/therapist relationship. I have never forgotten my early experiences in seeking help from a therapist, wondering what it would be like, and if it would really help. I appreciated the understanding and insight I received then, and throughout my life, sometimes with my husband, I have found different kinds of therapy that were helpful to me and to my clients.
(360) 301-4564 View (360) 301-4564
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Inner Growth Counseling
Counselor, MA, LMHC, LMFTA, CDP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Port Townsend, WA 98368
Areas of special interest include but are not limited to: depression, anxiety, drug and alcohol abuse/dependence, life transitions, trauma, and interpersonal conflict.
"Given that you are reading this, you may be experiencing stress and feeling anxious. As you take this courageous step toward solving a problem, know that working with a therapist can be collaborative, creative, and deeply meaningful. It can help with acute problems or long-standing struggles. I am now offering Saturday sessions. Please call or text my cell (503) 910-6571 for appointments or questions. I look forward to hearing from you. Good thoughts, Teresa
Areas of special interest include but are not limited to: depression, anxiety, drug and alcohol abuse/dependence, life transitions, trauma, and interpersonal conflict.
"Given that you are reading this, you may be experiencing stress and feeling anxious. As you take this courageous step toward solving a problem, know that working with a therapist can be collaborative, creative, and deeply meaningful. It can help with acute problems or long-standing struggles. I am now offering Saturday sessions. Please call or text my cell (503) 910-6571 for appointments or questions. I look forward to hearing from you. Good thoughts, Teresa
(509) 769-3793 View (509) 769-3793
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Marisa Hendrickson
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Port Townsend, WA 98368
Most clients feel relief starting in the first session and continue to improve over time by noticing the small changes they have made that lead to a more satisfying life.
Do you find yourself thinking: "I'm too much, too emotional, too broken?" It seems like the littlest things stress you out and send you into a spiral. Maybe you emotionally eat, have social anxiety, difficulty concentrating, or chronic migraines. Your life feels like it's out of control, you’re hard on yourself for any mistake you make, you struggle with rejection and abandonment. These are all symptoms of complex trauma. It is time to process what has happened to you and move forward without the burdens of the past.
Most clients feel relief starting in the first session and continue to improve over time by noticing the small changes they have made that lead to a more satisfying life.
Do you find yourself thinking: "I'm too much, too emotional, too broken?" It seems like the littlest things stress you out and send you into a spiral. Maybe you emotionally eat, have social anxiety, difficulty concentrating, or chronic migraines. Your life feels like it's out of control, you’re hard on yourself for any mistake you make, you struggle with rejection and abandonment. These are all symptoms of complex trauma. It is time to process what has happened to you and move forward without the burdens of the past.
(360) 845-1265 View (360) 845-1265
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Lynn Gilman, Psychedelic Assisted Therapy
Counselor, MA, LMHC, CCHT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Port Townsend, WA 98368
I would be honored to help you step out of patterns that no longer serve you and create the life that you want to live.
I offer psychedelic microdosing education and support, and journey preparation and integration. Microdosing can help rewire your brain to create new patterns; heal unresolved trauma; heal anxiety and depression; increase creativity and productivity; release emotional blocks; regulate the nervous system, and feel more connected to self and others.
I would be honored to help you step out of patterns that no longer serve you and create the life that you want to live.
I offer psychedelic microdosing education and support, and journey preparation and integration. Microdosing can help rewire your brain to create new patterns; heal unresolved trauma; heal anxiety and depression; increase creativity and productivity; release emotional blocks; regulate the nervous system, and feel more connected to self and others.
(360) 233-8218 View (360) 233-8218
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Alex Winnicki
Counselor, MA, LMHC, MHP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Port Townsend, WA 98368
I also value imperfection, awkwardness and the messiness of life and relationships.
My goal is to help clients transform their pain into an opportunity for self-discovery, healing and empowerment, to ultimately reclaim their voice, purpose, and self-worth. I welcome individuals who feel disconnected, overwhelmed, lost, or that they "don't belong" as well as people who have experienced abuse or struggle with a harsh inner critic. I welcome individuals and couples looking for greater self-awareness, connection, and emotional growth. My aim is to explore with curiosity and kindness the aspects of life clients wish to attend.
I also value imperfection, awkwardness and the messiness of life and relationships.
My goal is to help clients transform their pain into an opportunity for self-discovery, healing and empowerment, to ultimately reclaim their voice, purpose, and self-worth. I welcome individuals who feel disconnected, overwhelmed, lost, or that they "don't belong" as well as people who have experienced abuse or struggle with a harsh inner critic. I welcome individuals and couples looking for greater self-awareness, connection, and emotional growth. My aim is to explore with curiosity and kindness the aspects of life clients wish to attend.
(206) 429-4094 View (206) 429-4094
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Sadie Bingham
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Port Townsend, WA 98368
You will now have a person in your corner who will help guide you through one of the most critical periods of your life without the fears of judgment, shame, disappointment, or personal agendas.
Is anxiety, overwhelm & past trauma making you feel like the walls are caving in? You’ve done everything “right” in life, only to realize that hasn’t made life any easier. Maybe you are one of those high achievers who succeeds at everything or a people-pleaser terrified of confrontation. Either way – you feel out of control & ashamed because - why can’t you figure this mental health stuff out? On top of all this, you are at a time of great transition, change & growth. Learning to be an adult in a scary & unpredictable world can feel very lonely & crushing. Especially a world that can feel like it’s going off the rails.
You will now have a person in your corner who will help guide you through one of the most critical periods of your life without the fears of judgment, shame, disappointment, or personal agendas.
Is anxiety, overwhelm & past trauma making you feel like the walls are caving in? You’ve done everything “right” in life, only to realize that hasn’t made life any easier. Maybe you are one of those high achievers who succeeds at everything or a people-pleaser terrified of confrontation. Either way – you feel out of control & ashamed because - why can’t you figure this mental health stuff out? On top of all this, you are at a time of great transition, change & growth. Learning to be an adult in a scary & unpredictable world can feel very lonely & crushing. Especially a world that can feel like it’s going off the rails.
(253) 649-2790 View (253) 649-2790
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Makiko Guji
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Port Townsend, WA 98368
Waitlist for new clients
As you are in the process of looking for a therapist, you may already be half-way through resolving your issues. It is said that client's readiness and willingness to make changes is the strongest indicator of successful therapy outcome. As a therapist, I will accompany you in the journey of actualizing your fullest potential by assisting you to develop internal and external resources such as the sense of freedom, choices, healthy sense of self, responsibility, managing life balance, and strong support systems and relationships.
As you are in the process of looking for a therapist, you may already be half-way through resolving your issues. It is said that client's readiness and willingness to make changes is the strongest indicator of successful therapy outcome. As a therapist, I will accompany you in the journey of actualizing your fullest potential by assisting you to develop internal and external resources such as the sense of freedom, choices, healthy sense of self, responsibility, managing life balance, and strong support systems and relationships.
(206) 370-4237 View (206) 370-4237
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Dr. Ezra Mf Goetzen
Counselor, PsyD
Verified Verified
Port Townsend, WA 98368  (Online Only)
It is my hope that in our work together, you will build resilience, compassion towards your trauma and the ability to thrive so that you can live a satisfying life.
I have current openings ———Navigating our current world is no easy task, especially if you are queer, trans, non-binary, or practice non traditional relationship structures. Many of us experience depression, anxiety, intense self doubt, or even self hatred. I will offer you a safe yet engaging space where we can challenge and heal the blocks that get in your way.
It is my hope that in our work together, you will build resilience, compassion towards your trauma and the ability to thrive so that you can live a satisfying life.
I have current openings ———Navigating our current world is no easy task, especially if you are queer, trans, non-binary, or practice non traditional relationship structures. Many of us experience depression, anxiety, intense self doubt, or even self hatred. I will offer you a safe yet engaging space where we can challenge and heal the blocks that get in your way.
(646) 588-1596 View (646) 588-1596
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Barbara Hansen
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Port Townsend, WA 98368
Therapy is something you have probably contemplated for awhile. It takes a lot of courage to work on tough issues that are making your life less fulfilling than you have envisioned. People seek counseling for different reasons. It can be something from your past that you feel it is time to work on, relationship disharmony, or help finding your direction and motivation to reach your goals. I work with you to overcome whatever blocks are in the way of living the life you want to live.The important thing is to bring more joy into your life.
Therapy is something you have probably contemplated for awhile. It takes a lot of courage to work on tough issues that are making your life less fulfilling than you have envisioned. People seek counseling for different reasons. It can be something from your past that you feel it is time to work on, relationship disharmony, or help finding your direction and motivation to reach your goals. I work with you to overcome whatever blocks are in the way of living the life you want to live.The important thing is to bring more joy into your life.
(360) 774-1794 View (360) 774-1794
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Intervention NW
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, AAS, SUDP
Verified Verified
Port Townsend, WA 98368
I am writing to you with a profound passion for helping individuals embark on their transformative journey towards recovery from drug and alcohol addiction. My commitment to fostering positive change, coupled with a wealth of experience and a genuine empathy for those facing the challenges of addiction, makes me the ideal choice for your counseling needs. As a dedicated drug and alcohol counselor, my primary goal is to provide a safe and supportive space where you can explore the complexities of your journey. I bring a comprehensive understanding of addiction, drawing from both academic knowledge and years of hands-on experience.
I am writing to you with a profound passion for helping individuals embark on their transformative journey towards recovery from drug and alcohol addiction. My commitment to fostering positive change, coupled with a wealth of experience and a genuine empathy for those facing the challenges of addiction, makes me the ideal choice for your counseling needs. As a dedicated drug and alcohol counselor, my primary goal is to provide a safe and supportive space where you can explore the complexities of your journey. I bring a comprehensive understanding of addiction, drawing from both academic knowledge and years of hands-on experience.
(360) 615-2412 View (360) 615-2412
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Dr. Sean Patrick Hatt
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Port Townsend, WA 98368
Our work will be informed by the leading edge of neuroscience, scientifically supported, positive psychological interventions, and the 2,500 year-old Buddhist practice of mindfulness--which has garnered volumes of recent scientific attention for its efficacy as a therapeutic tool. Lastly, I am trained and certified by the founder of CIMBS or Complex Integration of Multiple Brain Systems, Terry Sheldon, M.D. CIMBS is a groundbreaking integrative mind-body psychotherapy.
Our work will be informed by the leading edge of neuroscience, scientifically supported, positive psychological interventions, and the 2,500 year-old Buddhist practice of mindfulness--which has garnered volumes of recent scientific attention for its efficacy as a therapeutic tool. Lastly, I am trained and certified by the founder of CIMBS or Complex Integration of Multiple Brain Systems, Terry Sheldon, M.D. CIMBS is a groundbreaking integrative mind-body psychotherapy.
(206) 745-0623 View (206) 745-0623
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Stephanie Best
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
Port Townsend, WA 98368
The foundation of my work is to collaborate with you. I will guide you to honor your strengths and to trust your innate ability to heal. I specialize in Depression, Grief & Loss, Anxiety, Trauma and Relationship ruptures. I am committed to providing ethical and accessible services for all humans of all ages, body types, abilities, ethnicities, cultural backgrounds, genders, and sexual orientations. My experience is primarily with adolescents, adults, couples and families.
The foundation of my work is to collaborate with you. I will guide you to honor your strengths and to trust your innate ability to heal. I specialize in Depression, Grief & Loss, Anxiety, Trauma and Relationship ruptures. I am committed to providing ethical and accessible services for all humans of all ages, body types, abilities, ethnicities, cultural backgrounds, genders, and sexual orientations. My experience is primarily with adolescents, adults, couples and families.
(206) 466-0920 View (206) 466-0920
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Kenneth Roy Collins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, SAP
Verified Verified
Port Townsend, WA 98368  (Online Only)
As a therapist, I believe in being genuine, respectful and empathetic. For a therapeutic relationship to develop, clients need to feel seen and understood. I strive to help my clients understand their own emotions, cope with difficult feelings, improve their relationships with themselves and the people they care about. Years ago, as a beginning therapist, I was influenced by research showing that the critical therapeutic element in psychotherapy, regardless of the discipline, was the relationship between the therapist and the client. Contemporary research confirms the importance of relationship in fostering therapeutic change.
As a therapist, I believe in being genuine, respectful and empathetic. For a therapeutic relationship to develop, clients need to feel seen and understood. I strive to help my clients understand their own emotions, cope with difficult feelings, improve their relationships with themselves and the people they care about. Years ago, as a beginning therapist, I was influenced by research showing that the critical therapeutic element in psychotherapy, regardless of the discipline, was the relationship between the therapist and the client. Contemporary research confirms the importance of relationship in fostering therapeutic change.
(360) 467-8103 View (360) 467-8103
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Meghan Robbins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Port Townsend, WA 98368  (Online Only)
Hi there! My name is Meghan Robbins, and I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker. My experience is primarily working with children, teens, and adults specializing in topics related to depression, anxiety, adjustment concerns, grief and loss, and trauma. I am most comfortable working with adolescent and young adults. However, I have experience with clients from all age ranges and background.
Hi there! My name is Meghan Robbins, and I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker. My experience is primarily working with children, teens, and adults specializing in topics related to depression, anxiety, adjustment concerns, grief and loss, and trauma. I am most comfortable working with adolescent and young adults. However, I have experience with clients from all age ranges and background.
(323) 643-8569 View (323) 643-8569
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Christine Nock
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Port Townsend, WA 98368
Not accepting new clients
Issues I can help with: * Anxiety * Depression * Difficult relationships * Communication issues * Life transitions * Healing from grief and trauma * Self-worth issues * Stress management * Parenting support * Health related concerns/weight loss.
You can recover your authentic self! My compassionate and accepting approach uses a variety of simple and effective techniques to help clients understand themselves, make clear and conscious choices, learn to listen to their own inner wisdom, set healthy boundaries, fulfill their own deepest needs, and become their most authentic selves.
Issues I can help with: * Anxiety * Depression * Difficult relationships * Communication issues * Life transitions * Healing from grief and trauma * Self-worth issues * Stress management * Parenting support * Health related concerns/weight loss.
You can recover your authentic self! My compassionate and accepting approach uses a variety of simple and effective techniques to help clients understand themselves, make clear and conscious choices, learn to listen to their own inner wisdom, set healthy boundaries, fulfill their own deepest needs, and become their most authentic selves.
(360) 821-1407 View (360) 821-1407
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Jovanna Pia Casey
Counselor, MSW, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Port Townsend, WA 98368  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
—> Not taking new clients <—. Let’s clear blocks to living the life you want. Speaking up, claiming your right to happiness, stepping ahead with joy and confidence. Sometimes old patterns, beliefs or traumas get in the way. I use a blend of shamanic and other spiritual methods along with science-based neurological trauma clearing techniques. Sometimes the origins of your blocks are from childhood, past lives or even ancestral patterns. Clear core beliefs like "I am not enough" or "I don't deserve". And build new patterns (and neuro-networks) of success, self love and confidence. See: Facebook Jovanna Casey MSW LMHC for reviews.
—> Not taking new clients <—. Let’s clear blocks to living the life you want. Speaking up, claiming your right to happiness, stepping ahead with joy and confidence. Sometimes old patterns, beliefs or traumas get in the way. I use a blend of shamanic and other spiritual methods along with science-based neurological trauma clearing techniques. Sometimes the origins of your blocks are from childhood, past lives or even ancestral patterns. Clear core beliefs like "I am not enough" or "I don't deserve". And build new patterns (and neuro-networks) of success, self love and confidence. See: Facebook Jovanna Casey MSW LMHC for reviews.
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Life Coaching Therapists

What can I expect from life coaching?

Clients and coaches will typically start by identifying the problem area(s) that the client hopes to address—then, the coach will help the client brainstorm potential solutions and explore concrete techniques to help the client attain their goals. Coaching is typically short-term and focused on finding solutions in the here and now, rather than exploring a client’s past. In addition to strategies aimed at the client’s specific concerns, coaches may encourage general stress management techniques such as meditation.

Can a life coach help treat anxiety?

Because the majority of life coaches are not licensed clinicians, they are not qualified to diagnose or treat anxiety. Anyone struggling with anxiety or another mental health condition should seek help from a licensed mental health practitioner. However, some coaching clients who struggle with subclinical anxiety report that working with their coach on other problems—such as career dissatisfaction or unhealthy habits—has a positive effect on their anxiety.

Can life coaching be done online?

Yes. While life coaching often happens in person, many coaches conduct sessions over the phone or via online platforms such as Zoom or Skype. Because life coaches are not subject to local licensing regulations in the same way that therapists are, they are able to see clients who live in other locations.

How long does life coaching last?

Life coaching tends to be a shorter-term process than therapy, though it does not always unfold over a specific period of time and is instead based on the coach’s or the client’s preferences. Coaching often takes place over three to 12 months but may be shorter or longer if necessary.