Transgender Therapists in Renton, WA
Aloha, I am a QTBIPOC Therapist. My therapeutic approach is empathic, nonjudgemental and non-directive. I use both Eastern and Western techniques. I work with thoughts, emotions, body sensations and the breath. I also use yoga, I am a yoga teacher (E-RYT500).I work with being in the present moment. I use mindfulness: being in the present moment, awareness, acceptance, compassion, body scans and meditation (Vipassana). I use Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), meditation and yoga to treat depression, anxiety, trauma and chronic pain. I am not accepting new clients.
Aloha, I am a QTBIPOC Therapist. My therapeutic approach is empathic, nonjudgemental and non-directive. I use both Eastern and Western techniques. I work with thoughts, emotions, body sensations and the breath. I also use yoga, I am a yoga teacher (E-RYT500).I work with being in the present moment. I use mindfulness: being in the present moment, awareness, acceptance, compassion, body scans and meditation (Vipassana). I use Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), meditation and yoga to treat depression, anxiety, trauma and chronic pain. I am not accepting new clients.
The way we experience life in and outside of our bodies is profoundly informative. I operate from the view that individuals have an innate wisdom and collection of strengths that guide their ability to heal and grow. Trauma and dislocation from the genuine self, whether experienced individually or systemically, influences how we live, how we love, and how we interpret the world. Painful experience can also connect us with our humanity and be deeply transformative: it can be the source of our healing, growth and resilience.
The way we experience life in and outside of our bodies is profoundly informative. I operate from the view that individuals have an innate wisdom and collection of strengths that guide their ability to heal and grow. Trauma and dislocation from the genuine self, whether experienced individually or systemically, influences how we live, how we love, and how we interpret the world. Painful experience can also connect us with our humanity and be deeply transformative: it can be the source of our healing, growth and resilience.
Danny Kochanowski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSWAIC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Renton, WA 98055
You've come into adulthood as a queer and/or trans person, and you’re realizing that everything is harder than you envisioned. Some of what happened in your past is coming back to affect you, or maybe it has for quite some time. You’re learning more and more that many places in the world haven’t been designed for you, or that the spaces you find yourself in don’t account for the real you. You don’t feel very good about yourself, and what you've tried so far hasn't made the impact that you've wanted it to. You’re stuck, anxious, overwhelmed, lonely, or scared - or all of the above.
You've come into adulthood as a queer and/or trans person, and you’re realizing that everything is harder than you envisioned. Some of what happened in your past is coming back to affect you, or maybe it has for quite some time. You’re learning more and more that many places in the world haven’t been designed for you, or that the spaces you find yourself in don’t account for the real you. You don’t feel very good about yourself, and what you've tried so far hasn't made the impact that you've wanted it to. You’re stuck, anxious, overwhelmed, lonely, or scared - or all of the above.
Svetlana Shjerven
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Renton, WA 98055 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I believe in the importance of feeling connected in relationships, to our environment, and to ourselves. Addressing the “here and now” that arises during therapy allows our sessions to adapt and work with the difficult emotions or thoughts that come up, in an environment that is judgment free and safe. I specialize in working with those who are experiencing anxiety, depression, agoraphobia, trauma, life transitions, self-esteem issues, grief and chronic pain, among other issues. I am LGBTQIA+, gender-affirming, and enjoy working with clients along the spectrum of neurodiversity and disability.
I believe in the importance of feeling connected in relationships, to our environment, and to ourselves. Addressing the “here and now” that arises during therapy allows our sessions to adapt and work with the difficult emotions or thoughts that come up, in an environment that is judgment free and safe. I specialize in working with those who are experiencing anxiety, depression, agoraphobia, trauma, life transitions, self-esteem issues, grief and chronic pain, among other issues. I am LGBTQIA+, gender-affirming, and enjoy working with clients along the spectrum of neurodiversity and disability.
Marta Grissom
Counselor, LMHC, MHP, SUDP
Verified Verified
Renton, WA 98057
Waitlist for new clients
Are you LGBTQIA, Straight, Gender Non-Conforming or Cisgender and between the ages of 10-50? Then I want to hear from you. You will receive a very laid back, casual and personable approach to individual therapy. The therapy will be gender affirming and welcoming to all.
Are you LGBTQIA, Straight, Gender Non-Conforming or Cisgender and between the ages of 10-50? Then I want to hear from you. You will receive a very laid back, casual and personable approach to individual therapy. The therapy will be gender affirming and welcoming to all.
Jamie Appleby
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Renton, WA 98059 (Online Only)
Our wounds are often the openings into the best and most beautiful parts of ourselves. The greatest healing comes from telling our story and each of us have a unique way of relating to the world and a story that deserves to be heard. I believe every person possesses an intuition and the innate knowledge to heal, grow, move forward, and create change within themselves and the greater world. I use a compassionate, collaborative, and trauma focused approach to begin the healing process by creating a strong therapeutic relationship based on trust and caring.
Our wounds are often the openings into the best and most beautiful parts of ourselves. The greatest healing comes from telling our story and each of us have a unique way of relating to the world and a story that deserves to be heard. I believe every person possesses an intuition and the innate knowledge to heal, grow, move forward, and create change within themselves and the greater world. I use a compassionate, collaborative, and trauma focused approach to begin the healing process by creating a strong therapeutic relationship based on trust and caring.
Are you feeling drained? Out of balance? Do you feel stuck in an endless cycle and can't find your way out? Do you struggle maintaining healthy boundaries with friends and family? Do you struggle with your self-confidence and self-esteem? Are you scared to be yourself due to a history of not being accepted or a fear of rejection? Do you just want to be able to go through your day without being triggered, without your trauma impacting your present? These are difficult experiences to live with and you have the power inside yourself to break these cycles; to find peace and the best version of you. It starts here with your decision.
Are you feeling drained? Out of balance? Do you feel stuck in an endless cycle and can't find your way out? Do you struggle maintaining healthy boundaries with friends and family? Do you struggle with your self-confidence and self-esteem? Are you scared to be yourself due to a history of not being accepted or a fear of rejection? Do you just want to be able to go through your day without being triggered, without your trauma impacting your present? These are difficult experiences to live with and you have the power inside yourself to break these cycles; to find peace and the best version of you. It starts here with your decision.
My approach to Mental Health Counseling is to view the client as expert in their own life. I do not play the role of expert in my client's lives. I do, however act as a guide, advocate, educator, and support person. What I will do is attempt to see your issues from your perspective and your view of the world. I work within the framework of Person-Centered Therapy, which focuses on the client being the expert, Existential Therapy, which focuses on behavior and looks at how the client thinks, feels, and behaves and the impact they have on others.
My approach to Mental Health Counseling is to view the client as expert in their own life. I do not play the role of expert in my client's lives. I do, however act as a guide, advocate, educator, and support person. What I will do is attempt to see your issues from your perspective and your view of the world. I work within the framework of Person-Centered Therapy, which focuses on the client being the expert, Existential Therapy, which focuses on behavior and looks at how the client thinks, feels, and behaves and the impact they have on others.
What do you fear? What do you long for? I have found that the answers to these questions often overlap, which can make us feel stuck, lost or out of control. You may feel like you've tried everything. You may be telling yourself that you are wrong or defective. Blaming ourselves for our pain is so normal and human. Know that here, you are not too broken. I view therapy as a no-expiration invitation to return to ourselves and a space where we reach for what has felt untouchable. I believe we can only work to the extent that you feel you can trust me. Because of this, we will give focused time to our relationship dynamic.
What do you fear? What do you long for? I have found that the answers to these questions often overlap, which can make us feel stuck, lost or out of control. You may feel like you've tried everything. You may be telling yourself that you are wrong or defective. Blaming ourselves for our pain is so normal and human. Know that here, you are not too broken. I view therapy as a no-expiration invitation to return to ourselves and a space where we reach for what has felt untouchable. I believe we can only work to the extent that you feel you can trust me. Because of this, we will give focused time to our relationship dynamic.
Roni Friang is a licensed mental health counselor, who has been practicing since 2016. She graduated from City University of Seattle with her Master of Arts in Counseling. Roni's top priority is to build a trusting relationship that will allow an individual to feel safe and supported as they work through the therapeutic process together. She is also a big believer in finding the therapies or skill sets that best facilitate you as a unique individual. Her main areas of focus include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Psychodynamic Therapy.
Roni Friang is a licensed mental health counselor, who has been practicing since 2016. She graduated from City University of Seattle with her Master of Arts in Counseling. Roni's top priority is to build a trusting relationship that will allow an individual to feel safe and supported as they work through the therapeutic process together. She is also a big believer in finding the therapies or skill sets that best facilitate you as a unique individual. Her main areas of focus include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Psychodynamic Therapy.
I specialize in working with teens, and young adults struggling with body image and eating disorders. I also work with neurodivergent teens and adults that are navigating life living in a neurotypical world. Together we will work towards greater self acceptance and compassion, as well as creating and maintaining healthy relationships. I will work at a pace that feels safe, and also push you to explore parts of yourself that you may be avoiding.
I specialize in working with teens, and young adults struggling with body image and eating disorders. I also work with neurodivergent teens and adults that are navigating life living in a neurotypical world. Together we will work towards greater self acceptance and compassion, as well as creating and maintaining healthy relationships. I will work at a pace that feels safe, and also push you to explore parts of yourself that you may be avoiding.
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Currently accepting new clients. Welcome! I have been working in the mental health field for many years, mostly devoted to helping treat anxiety, depression, and family issues. Mental health issues can be frightening and exhausting to deal with, so we will create goals for you to successfully achieve based on your own strengths. I believe we all have the ability within us to help heal our scars, pain, or trauma. We will work together to tap into this potential.
Currently accepting new clients. Welcome! I have been working in the mental health field for many years, mostly devoted to helping treat anxiety, depression, and family issues. Mental health issues can be frightening and exhausting to deal with, so we will create goals for you to successfully achieve based on your own strengths. I believe we all have the ability within us to help heal our scars, pain, or trauma. We will work together to tap into this potential.
Maya Sanchez is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Washington who has been practicing since 2012. Maya has experience with a wide range of mental health and behavioral disorders in a variety of treatment settings. Although her specialty is in couple's therapy, she feels confident in treating individual patients with mood disorders, anxiety disorders, co-occurring disorders, gender issues, and adjustment disorders. Maya utilizes a blend of treatment approaches based on the individual client's needs. She provides a safe space to process without judgment and nurtures the cultivation of authenticity.
Maya Sanchez is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Washington who has been practicing since 2012. Maya has experience with a wide range of mental health and behavioral disorders in a variety of treatment settings. Although her specialty is in couple's therapy, she feels confident in treating individual patients with mood disorders, anxiety disorders, co-occurring disorders, gender issues, and adjustment disorders. Maya utilizes a blend of treatment approaches based on the individual client's needs. She provides a safe space to process without judgment and nurtures the cultivation of authenticity.
I believe that the client is the expert of their own lives. I find great importance in taking into consideration the historical and current social, political, economic, and cultural impacts on each client. I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental, and collaborative space for each of my clients where they feel received whilst working toward their definition of healing in the process. My goal is to support clients in stepping into their most authentic and empowered version of themselves using a strengths-based approach. Treatment includes a collaborative, individualized plan for therapy using a humanistic, person-centered approach.
I believe that the client is the expert of their own lives. I find great importance in taking into consideration the historical and current social, political, economic, and cultural impacts on each client. I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental, and collaborative space for each of my clients where they feel received whilst working toward their definition of healing in the process. My goal is to support clients in stepping into their most authentic and empowered version of themselves using a strengths-based approach. Treatment includes a collaborative, individualized plan for therapy using a humanistic, person-centered approach.
Dr. Nicholaus Erber-LaPierre
Counselor, PhD, LMHC, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Renton, WA 98058 (Online Only)
Do you experience flashbacks? Negative thoughts about the past? Nightmares? Trouble sleeping? These are all effects of past trauma experiences that can haunt our everyday lives. I work with people who experience these things in their lives due to past physical, sexual, emotional, generational, and religious trauma. I am a member of the LGBTQ community and also identify as Christian, which can be challenging at times. I have come to understand the needs of folks living with trauma and what works best for them in their recovery.
Do you experience flashbacks? Negative thoughts about the past? Nightmares? Trouble sleeping? These are all effects of past trauma experiences that can haunt our everyday lives. I work with people who experience these things in their lives due to past physical, sexual, emotional, generational, and religious trauma. I am a member of the LGBTQ community and also identify as Christian, which can be challenging at times. I have come to understand the needs of folks living with trauma and what works best for them in their recovery.
I am a clinical social worker, supporting patients from various walks of life. Please reach out to our office if you think you may benefit from counseling support!.
I am a clinical social worker, supporting patients from various walks of life. Please reach out to our office if you think you may benefit from counseling support!.
Jen Sachek, Ph.D., obtained her doctorate in clinical psychology from Michigan State University in 2007. She practiced as a licensed psychologist in Michigan before moving to the Seattle area in 2016. She is currently licensed in Washington and Michigan. Dr. Sachek specializes in working with adults with a range of difficulties, including depression, anxiety, life transitions, relationship problems, grief/loss, and trauma. She works with clients in a warm, collaborative environment to identify areas where they struggle, and to find ways to create change in those areas.
Jen Sachek, Ph.D., obtained her doctorate in clinical psychology from Michigan State University in 2007. She practiced as a licensed psychologist in Michigan before moving to the Seattle area in 2016. She is currently licensed in Washington and Michigan. Dr. Sachek specializes in working with adults with a range of difficulties, including depression, anxiety, life transitions, relationship problems, grief/loss, and trauma. She works with clients in a warm, collaborative environment to identify areas where they struggle, and to find ways to create change in those areas.
Jillian A Ostlund
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, LMFTA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Renton, WA 98057 (Online Only)
I work with couples and families who are struggling with communication and relationship boundaries, and who are looking to build a more honest and emotionally intimate connection. I am trauma informed and have a keen interest in working with people with high intelligence, people affected by substance abuse, dysfunctional family dynamics, spiritual uncertainty, intimacy issues, and childhood trauma. Let's explore what family means to you. I'd like to help you understand how and why you might struggle, while working towards a healthy sense of self. I strongly believe people can change in meaningful ways with safe guidance and support.
I work with couples and families who are struggling with communication and relationship boundaries, and who are looking to build a more honest and emotionally intimate connection. I am trauma informed and have a keen interest in working with people with high intelligence, people affected by substance abuse, dysfunctional family dynamics, spiritual uncertainty, intimacy issues, and childhood trauma. Let's explore what family means to you. I'd like to help you understand how and why you might struggle, while working towards a healthy sense of self. I strongly believe people can change in meaningful ways with safe guidance and support.
Wendy Long is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) who has been practicing since 2003. She graduated from the University of Idaho with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Sociology including an emphasis in Human Services, as well as, Eastern Washington University with a Master of Social Work. Wendy uses a no-nonsense, direct approach which is appreciated by clients who seek understanding and empathy with a dose of straightforwardness. Working from a Cognitive Behavioral and Solution-Focused framework, Wendy injects optimism and humor into therapy sessions with clients.
Wendy Long is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) who has been practicing since 2003. She graduated from the University of Idaho with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Sociology including an emphasis in Human Services, as well as, Eastern Washington University with a Master of Social Work. Wendy uses a no-nonsense, direct approach which is appreciated by clients who seek understanding and empathy with a dose of straightforwardness. Working from a Cognitive Behavioral and Solution-Focused framework, Wendy injects optimism and humor into therapy sessions with clients.
Rae Ann Hahn, LMHC graduated from Argosy University in Seattle in 2015 with a Masters in Clinical Psychology. She interned with Greater Lakes Mental Healthcare; working with many different individuals and diagnoses. While working at Greater Lakes, she was able to become trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) (EMDR) therapy. She has been practicing EMDR for 6 years. Rae Ann has also worked with addiction, ADHD, personality disorders and more. She focuses on trauma, depression and anxiety presently. Rae Ann believes that all patients should have a voice in their therapy.
Rae Ann Hahn, LMHC graduated from Argosy University in Seattle in 2015 with a Masters in Clinical Psychology. She interned with Greater Lakes Mental Healthcare; working with many different individuals and diagnoses. While working at Greater Lakes, she was able to become trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) (EMDR) therapy. She has been practicing EMDR for 6 years. Rae Ann has also worked with addiction, ADHD, personality disorders and more. She focuses on trauma, depression and anxiety presently. Rae Ann believes that all patients should have a voice in their therapy.
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As a gender-diverse individual, why might I want to see a therapist who is also gender diverse?
A trans or gender-diverse client may want to see a therapist who is also trans or gender diverse because the client may feel safer sharing their experiences and more confident that the therapist will understand, validate, and support them. But trans or gender-diverse clients can also benefit from therapy with cisgender therapists; this is a personal decision based on the connection between the client and the therapist, and if that connection is strong, therapy will be successful.
What if I cannot find a therapist who shares my gender identity?
Therapy can still be effective if a therapist does not share a client’s gender identity; a large body of research indicates that the most important factor in successful therapy is the therapeutic alliance. A therapist can also be interviewed for sensitivity and competence on gender identity and expression to ensure they possess appropriate knowledge and skills. Many therapists have excellent training and extensive experience working with gender-diverse clients, and that expertise can be invaluable despite a therapist not sharing the same firsthand experiences.
How can I recognize a good therapist for working with gender-diverse clients?
An experienced therapist should be able to help clients explore their gender identity and expression, alleviate discomfort related to their gender identity, treat mental health challenges and trauma, address existing relationships and communication with family members and loved ones, and determine the next steps pertaining to nonmedical or medical gender-affirming interventions. To recognize a good therapist, clients can ask about these topics and explore their comfort and connection with the clinician.
How might I inquire about a therapist’s experience working with transgender clients?
Clients should feel comfortable asking therapists directly about their experience working with transgender or gender-diverse clientele. For example, clients may ask about the therapist’s training and education with regard to gender identity, how many trans clients they’ve worked with in the past, and what sorts of matters were discussed. You may wish to inquire how a therapist specifically supports the needs of transgender clients or clients questioning their gender identity. A good clinician who is nonetheless not the right fit for you is often happy to make referrals to others based on the concerns you articulate in a preliminary conversation.