Therapists in Rochester, WA
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Michael A Partee
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSWAIC
Verified Verified
Rochester, WA 98579 (Online Only)
I believe that people can - and do - change and everyone is the expert of their own life. Walking along side individuals/families in their journey, I draw on skills from CBT, DBT, motivational interviewing, solution focused therapy, and relational therapy to identify and expand upon strengths and goals; increase awareness of thought patterns, emotions, and behaviors to better understand ourselves; and establish effective problem solving, conflict resolution, and communication skills. My primary objective is to work myself out of a job; reach out to find out more!
I believe that people can - and do - change and everyone is the expert of their own life. Walking along side individuals/families in their journey, I draw on skills from CBT, DBT, motivational interviewing, solution focused therapy, and relational therapy to identify and expand upon strengths and goals; increase awareness of thought patterns, emotions, and behaviors to better understand ourselves; and establish effective problem solving, conflict resolution, and communication skills. My primary objective is to work myself out of a job; reach out to find out more!
![Photo of Nathan G Todd, MS, LMHCA, MHP, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/20622769-a9aa-42a0-a219-79c96f95805c/2/320x400.jpeg)
There is an ever-increasing need to work through all that life has thrown at us over the past several years. From depression to anxiety, to more complex trauma issues and mood disorders, this need to process our experiences is becoming a more frequent reality. Being in a position to help others overcome these issues has been my driving force ever since I began learning about psychotherapy and the different modalities available. I believe taking an eclectic approach with a trauma focus can help you resolve many of the unresolved issues that are present in your life.
There is an ever-increasing need to work through all that life has thrown at us over the past several years. From depression to anxiety, to more complex trauma issues and mood disorders, this need to process our experiences is becoming a more frequent reality. Being in a position to help others overcome these issues has been my driving force ever since I began learning about psychotherapy and the different modalities available. I believe taking an eclectic approach with a trauma focus can help you resolve many of the unresolved issues that are present in your life.
![Photo of Emma Rotolo, LIACSW, MSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/e1902c5b-856d-475f-8665-091833d548a1/3/320x400.jpeg)
Emma Rotolo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LIACSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Rochester, WA 98579 (Online Only)
I am here to help adult individuals and couples with parenting, codependency, and healing trauma and attachment. I am an associate social work license in the state of Washington. If you are looking for a therapist that specializes in parenting, post-partum depression and anxiety, pre-marital counseling, relationships, attachment issues, divorce, codependency, anger management, and related grief and loss feel free to reach out.
I am here to help adult individuals and couples with parenting, codependency, and healing trauma and attachment. I am an associate social work license in the state of Washington. If you are looking for a therapist that specializes in parenting, post-partum depression and anxiety, pre-marital counseling, relationships, attachment issues, divorce, codependency, anger management, and related grief and loss feel free to reach out.
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Dawn Williams Counseling Services
Counselor, LMHC, SUDP
Verified Verified
Rochester, WA 98579 (Online Only)
Life is difficult and hope is essential. Finding ways to thrive despite our challenges begins with the first step of reaching out and asking for help. This requires tremendous courage and is the cornerstone of growth. I seek to support your journey to healing from an integrative, person-centered approach, Wherever you are on this journey, my approach is holistic, collaborative, and non-judgmental. I am committed to providing a safe environment where individuals can identify their strengths, work through self-defeating behaviors so they can achieve a happier and healthier life.
Life is difficult and hope is essential. Finding ways to thrive despite our challenges begins with the first step of reaching out and asking for help. This requires tremendous courage and is the cornerstone of growth. I seek to support your journey to healing from an integrative, person-centered approach, Wherever you are on this journey, my approach is holistic, collaborative, and non-judgmental. I am committed to providing a safe environment where individuals can identify their strengths, work through self-defeating behaviors so they can achieve a happier and healthier life.
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Ever feel like life just seems more difficult for you: like people use and abuse you, your family blames you for everything and/or you feel constantly like you just aren't good enough despite all your best efforts? Or just struggle to get out into the world without that small voice in your head telling you that it's just not worth the effort? Ever just get stuck in unhelpful patterns but have no idea how to get off the merry-go-round? Sometimes it just seems like the rest of the world "gets it" and you somehow just don't.
Ever feel like life just seems more difficult for you: like people use and abuse you, your family blames you for everything and/or you feel constantly like you just aren't good enough despite all your best efforts? Or just struggle to get out into the world without that small voice in your head telling you that it's just not worth the effort? Ever just get stuck in unhelpful patterns but have no idea how to get off the merry-go-round? Sometimes it just seems like the rest of the world "gets it" and you somehow just don't.
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Joanna Bryan
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Rochester, WA 98579
Not accepting new clients
Therapy is a space where you can explore the full range of your experience and have compassionate witness for whatever arises. Together we can tend to all the relationships of life, including relationship to yourself and the non-human world. We can explore deep longings, desires, and fears. We can bring care and understanding to old patterns to access choice, connection, pleasure, and new ways of being. I am comfortable exploring sexual health topics with clients, including how to have more fulfilling intimate and sensual experiences and increase awareness and acceptance of one's desire and sexuality.
Therapy is a space where you can explore the full range of your experience and have compassionate witness for whatever arises. Together we can tend to all the relationships of life, including relationship to yourself and the non-human world. We can explore deep longings, desires, and fears. We can bring care and understanding to old patterns to access choice, connection, pleasure, and new ways of being. I am comfortable exploring sexual health topics with clients, including how to have more fulfilling intimate and sensual experiences and increase awareness and acceptance of one's desire and sexuality.
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Jill Komura
Counselor, MS, MDiv, LMHC
Verified Verified
Centralia, WA 98531
Not accepting new clients
My ideal client is ready to begin work with a trained professional to develop the mental, emotional and physical self-awareness and improved skills to more readily navigate life's changes and challenges. They want to better understand themselves and their relationships, to develop their own resilience and foster enjoyment in life. This ideal client is focused on healing old wounds so they can cultivating a stronger and more confident sense of who they are in the present. This person is interested in working to explore and discover meaning and satisfaction across the arc of their entire life.
My ideal client is ready to begin work with a trained professional to develop the mental, emotional and physical self-awareness and improved skills to more readily navigate life's changes and challenges. They want to better understand themselves and their relationships, to develop their own resilience and foster enjoyment in life. This ideal client is focused on healing old wounds so they can cultivating a stronger and more confident sense of who they are in the present. This person is interested in working to explore and discover meaning and satisfaction across the arc of their entire life.
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Jessica Morris
Counselor, MA, LMHC, SUDP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Olympia, WA 98512
Not accepting new clients
I help clients gain insight into their past and transform adversity into empowerment. By building an awareness of our social, societal, economic, family, spiritual, biological, and emotional factors, we often develop new, more helpful perspectives into the present and future. Are you a perfectionist who feels like an imposter? Are you numbing/avoiding your emotions with substances or vices? Do you struggle with the constant feeling that you are not good enough? Have you ever acted impulsively and then regretted your behaviors? These issues are often caused by unhelpful influences and emotional baggage that I can help you unpack.
I help clients gain insight into their past and transform adversity into empowerment. By building an awareness of our social, societal, economic, family, spiritual, biological, and emotional factors, we often develop new, more helpful perspectives into the present and future. Are you a perfectionist who feels like an imposter? Are you numbing/avoiding your emotions with substances or vices? Do you struggle with the constant feeling that you are not good enough? Have you ever acted impulsively and then regretted your behaviors? These issues are often caused by unhelpful influences and emotional baggage that I can help you unpack.
![Photo of Kristen Mcclintock, MA, LMHC, CMHS, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/6dcabc89-05dd-4b4e-8319-416810cdaa7c/2/320x400.jpeg)
Kristen Mcclintock
Counselor, MA, LMHC, CMHS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tumwater, WA 98511
Waitlist for new clients
Are you tired of sticker charts and time-outs? Ever feel like these behavior-based ways of parenting seem to leave you and your child frustrated, alone, and involved in a seemingly never-ending power struggle? What if I told you there’s another way? A way that feels more instinctual, loving, and dare I say…fun? And it’s backed by neuroscience! All behavior makes sense—even the most puzzling! Behavior is communication. But it does take a little (or maybe a lot) of curiosity to understand it. Together, we can approach your child with compassion so you both feel less alone, and you can regain access your parenting intuition.
Are you tired of sticker charts and time-outs? Ever feel like these behavior-based ways of parenting seem to leave you and your child frustrated, alone, and involved in a seemingly never-ending power struggle? What if I told you there’s another way? A way that feels more instinctual, loving, and dare I say…fun? And it’s backed by neuroscience! All behavior makes sense—even the most puzzling! Behavior is communication. But it does take a little (or maybe a lot) of curiosity to understand it. Together, we can approach your child with compassion so you both feel less alone, and you can regain access your parenting intuition.
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Hello. My name is James Faust and I provide affordable and effective counseling to individuals, couples, and families. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor. I serve the South Sound community providing mental health, family, and relationship counseling to a diverse mix of individuals, couples, and families.
Hello. My name is James Faust and I provide affordable and effective counseling to individuals, couples, and families. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor. I serve the South Sound community providing mental health, family, and relationship counseling to a diverse mix of individuals, couples, and families.
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Rachelle Dudley
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Centralia, WA 98531
We are living in challenging times. If you are struggling, it means you are human. Know that asking for help is a strength. My therapy is collaborative, client-centered, strength-based with a commitment to anti-oppression. I work from an attachment perspective that is emotionally focused. As a family therapist, I believe your family of origin influences the dynamics in your relationships and patterns of behavior. I believe connection is important in your healing. Thus, I work to create a safe therapeutic environment where growth can flourish. I bring my full self to my work – my optimism, my directness, my persistence, my humor.
We are living in challenging times. If you are struggling, it means you are human. Know that asking for help is a strength. My therapy is collaborative, client-centered, strength-based with a commitment to anti-oppression. I work from an attachment perspective that is emotionally focused. As a family therapist, I believe your family of origin influences the dynamics in your relationships and patterns of behavior. I believe connection is important in your healing. Thus, I work to create a safe therapeutic environment where growth can flourish. I bring my full self to my work – my optimism, my directness, my persistence, my humor.
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Elizabeth Antoon-Walsh
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Tumwater, WA 98512 (Online Only)
Healing and caring for ourselves is hard work. Sometimes painful, often fulfilling, occasionally tedious, it is a necessary part of being open to the experiences that life has to offer us. Therapy is one way to find support in healing from trauma, managing our health, and discovering and practicing new ways of caring for ourselves. As Audre Lorde wrote, "Caring for myself is not self-indulgence, it is self-preservation, and that is an act of political warfare." This work is important, both individually and collectively, and I am here to help you with it.
Healing and caring for ourselves is hard work. Sometimes painful, often fulfilling, occasionally tedious, it is a necessary part of being open to the experiences that life has to offer us. Therapy is one way to find support in healing from trauma, managing our health, and discovering and practicing new ways of caring for ourselves. As Audre Lorde wrote, "Caring for myself is not self-indulgence, it is self-preservation, and that is an act of political warfare." This work is important, both individually and collectively, and I am here to help you with it.
![Photo of Karen Kirsch, MA, RSMT, CMA, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/2cc6114f-8ee5-4651-841c-31ceeed613eb/2/320x400.jpeg)
I work within the modality of Somatic Movement Therapy and practice from the premise that body experience and movement hold a unique role in understanding and transforming human behavior. Sessions develop by directing clients awareness to sensation, impulse, movement and/or emotion in order to support physiological and neurological process. The pace and direction of this work is client led through verbal and nonverbal feedback. This approach is founded in developmental therapy, interpersonal neurobiology and attachment theory.
I work within the modality of Somatic Movement Therapy and practice from the premise that body experience and movement hold a unique role in understanding and transforming human behavior. Sessions develop by directing clients awareness to sensation, impulse, movement and/or emotion in order to support physiological and neurological process. The pace and direction of this work is client led through verbal and nonverbal feedback. This approach is founded in developmental therapy, interpersonal neurobiology and attachment theory.
![Photo of Kristen Allott, ND, LAC](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/30cbdbb4-305c-407f-abfc-b5f1b7c39668/3/320x400.jpeg)
I am currently accepting new clients. I specialize in working with people who have tried "everything"... every medication, every diet trend, different types of doctors (and therapists)...and describe themselves as "broken" in some way. I start by looking for hypoglycemia, nutrient deficits, inflammation, and hormonal dysregulation. These are often overlooked contributors to fatigue, depression, brain fog, anxiety, and insomnia, which medication and therapy can not directly address.
I am currently accepting new clients. I specialize in working with people who have tried "everything"... every medication, every diet trend, different types of doctors (and therapists)...and describe themselves as "broken" in some way. I start by looking for hypoglycemia, nutrient deficits, inflammation, and hormonal dysregulation. These are often overlooked contributors to fatigue, depression, brain fog, anxiety, and insomnia, which medication and therapy can not directly address.
![Photo of Becky Daughtry, MSW, LICSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3ad053e9-2424-41c3-93f0-9c2f9984440c/2/320x400.jpeg)
My name is Becky Daughtry and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Washington. I have been providing psychotherapy to adults, youth, families and children in a variety of outpatient and inpatient settings over the past 30 years. Everyone has their own story waiting to be told. My hope is to create safe space where you can lean into your own story to create meaning and joy. Movement from “stuck” spots in our process can often occur in the context of a warm, empathetic relationship characterized by support, education, skill enhancement, and discovery.
My name is Becky Daughtry and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Washington. I have been providing psychotherapy to adults, youth, families and children in a variety of outpatient and inpatient settings over the past 30 years. Everyone has their own story waiting to be told. My hope is to create safe space where you can lean into your own story to create meaning and joy. Movement from “stuck” spots in our process can often occur in the context of a warm, empathetic relationship characterized by support, education, skill enhancement, and discovery.
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I offer land-based therapy. This work entails an embodied experience of healing through a collaboration with nature and myself. I believe wholeheartedly that our wellness is interwoven with the health of our environment and remembering we are also nature. My office is outdoors, on land being stewarded to enhance the prairie ecosystem and support sustainable food practices. A typical session will include mindfulness practices to regulate the nervous system, activity that supports a relationship not just with self, but also connecting to land, typically through gardening and other land stewarding practices.
I offer land-based therapy. This work entails an embodied experience of healing through a collaboration with nature and myself. I believe wholeheartedly that our wellness is interwoven with the health of our environment and remembering we are also nature. My office is outdoors, on land being stewarded to enhance the prairie ecosystem and support sustainable food practices. A typical session will include mindfulness practices to regulate the nervous system, activity that supports a relationship not just with self, but also connecting to land, typically through gardening and other land stewarding practices.
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The therapeutic relationship should empower an individual to regain ownership of their life, shifting negative self-talk and other impacts of trauma; allowing for holistic healing and growth. It is my hope to actively walk alongside my client as they work to create their peace; ultimately gaining an improvement in positive self-awareness and optimism, with a side of lasting security and emotional health.
The therapeutic relationship should empower an individual to regain ownership of their life, shifting negative self-talk and other impacts of trauma; allowing for holistic healing and growth. It is my hope to actively walk alongside my client as they work to create their peace; ultimately gaining an improvement in positive self-awareness and optimism, with a side of lasting security and emotional health.
![Photo of Stacey Plate, MA, LMHC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/460fdade-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
I believe you are beautiful and worthy, and that your life can reflect great love and joy. I understand how far-fetched this can seem if you are suffering. If you hate parts of yourself, are grappling with depression, anxiety, or trauma symptoms, or if your relationships cause distress, it can seem as if the problem is *you*. You may feel like something is wrong with you, that you are unlovable, unworthy or broken. You might be here looking for someone to fix you, but I don't believe you need fixing. I believe you are enough. I also believe that if you're willing to do some hard work, you can come to believe it too.
I believe you are beautiful and worthy, and that your life can reflect great love and joy. I understand how far-fetched this can seem if you are suffering. If you hate parts of yourself, are grappling with depression, anxiety, or trauma symptoms, or if your relationships cause distress, it can seem as if the problem is *you*. You may feel like something is wrong with you, that you are unlovable, unworthy or broken. You might be here looking for someone to fix you, but I don't believe you need fixing. I believe you are enough. I also believe that if you're willing to do some hard work, you can come to believe it too.
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Are you feeling a sense of disruption struggling with anxiety, stress, or depression? In the midst of experiencing life changes, often we may feel overwhelmed by life's challenges. Continuing to make life choices that are self-defeating and limiting, we may start to lose hope and get stuck on autopilot letting life pass by. You are the creator of your own life. No matter what you are going through my work exists to support and help you move away from feeling overwhelmed to instead feeling a sense of your own inner strength and potential. Know that no matter where you are in your life there is more available to you.
Are you feeling a sense of disruption struggling with anxiety, stress, or depression? In the midst of experiencing life changes, often we may feel overwhelmed by life's challenges. Continuing to make life choices that are self-defeating and limiting, we may start to lose hope and get stuck on autopilot letting life pass by. You are the creator of your own life. No matter what you are going through my work exists to support and help you move away from feeling overwhelmed to instead feeling a sense of your own inner strength and potential. Know that no matter where you are in your life there is more available to you.
![Photo of Maria Ramez, MS, LMHCA, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/a3874331-6d15-4343-a72e-0a52536bce52/2/320x400.jpeg)
Are you struggling to cope with life? These last few years have been difficult for many. If you are in need of support, I would love to walk alongside of you. My approach is one of understanding and acceptance. Every person is different; I want to discover who you are and what would be the most helpful for you.
Are you struggling to cope with life? These last few years have been difficult for many. If you are in need of support, I would love to walk alongside of you. My approach is one of understanding and acceptance. Every person is different; I want to discover who you are and what would be the most helpful for you.
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How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in Rochester, WA
< 10
Therapists in Rochester, WA who prioritize treating:
83% | Depression |
83% | Anxiety |
83% | Trauma and PTSD |
83% | Life Transitions |
67% | Relationship Issues |
67% | Self Esteem |
67% | Codependency |
Average years in practice
2 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
100% | Aetna |
100% | Cigna and Evernorth |
100% | Regence |
How Therapists in Rochester, WA see their clients
66% | Online Only | |
34% | In Person and Online |
Gender breakdown
60% | Female | |
40% | Male |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Rochester?
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.