Culturally Sensitive Therapists in Sammamish, WA

Welcome to my practice! I specialize in EMDR intensives - 90-minute to 3-hour sessions done in-person in Seattle or by video anywhere in Florida, Washington or Alaska. Designed to heal deeply-rooted habit patterns and the negative effects of unresolved trauma and addictive disorders including substance abuse, relationship addiction, and disordered gambling, these sessions are intended to jump start your healing. With over 5,000 hours' experience using EMDR, I can effectively tailor treatment to your unique needs. As an IFS-informed psychotherapist, I seek to honor all parts of you as we do the deep work of healing old pain.

You keep running into the same issues and arguments with your partner. You're exhausted, and not sure where to go from here. More than anything, you want to feel connected, cared for, understood, safe, and joyful together. You believe this might be possible, but you don't know where to start, and you're not getting anywhere right now. You might even be wondering if you want to continue your relationship at all.

Folks I work with describe me as warm and nonjudgmental, yet assertive and highly engaged. Our work will be an active collaboration - while I will continuously strive to deeply understand your inner experience, I will also point out things in your behavior or thinking that you may not be aware of and offer potential explanations of your challenges as well as practical suggestions about achieving your goals. As you gain more understanding and compassion towards the anxious, depressed, angry, or hurting parts of yourself, you will feel increasingly more grounded and empowered to lead the life that you desire.

Do your sexual behaviors feel out of control? Are you concerned that you might be addicted to sex or porn? Has infidelity harmed your relationship? Perhaps you are struggling with sexual concerns like ED? If it's hard for you to stop problematic sexual behaviors on your own, it's time to see a specialist. I understand the impact compulsive sexual behavior can have on one's life and the toll of betrayal trauma on your relationship. I am committed to walking alongside my clients as they navigate their path to recovery. I am passionate about helping individuals achieve healthy intimacy, heal from trauma, and live a fulfilling life.

Are you struggling to make necessary changes during difficult times of your life? Are you a caregiver that is "running on empty" all the time? Are your health challenges making you feel like you are existing rather than living? Sometimes, these issues requires some guidance, introspection and support that an authentic, warm and professional therapy space can offer. As a licensed psychologist I would be honored to offer that space, one that feels safe to discuss what may be distressing you.

Feeling lost and disconnected from your Self? Perhaps you feel overwhelmed, exhausted, or hopeless. Maybe you wonder, "What's wrong with me?" Whatever you're experiencing, I believe that you have the ability to heal. How? By not only addressing your symptoms, but the underlying, root causes of them. I support clients in processing the root of their pain, so they can remember and release unconscious material that has been keeping them stuck, symptomatic, and separated. When you process at the root, your symptoms resolve naturally because they're no longer needed, making way for greater health, wholeness, freedom, and peace.

IMMEDIATE OPENINGS AVAILABLE If raising a little one in times of uncertainty and isolation has not turned out as you imagined, I am here to help. Are you struggling with transitioning to parenthood? Do you find yourself facing unrealistic expectations, guilt and pressure to be perfect? Are you trying to keep anxiety and depression at bay, while daily exhaustion prevents you from getting even basic self-care? If you feel inadequate as a parent, I can help quiet your inner critic, so that you can find peace within, fully connect to your child/partner and build an emotionally healthy family.

Welcome! So you’re considering therapy…Finding a therapist you connect with can help immensely along the way. Here is a brief intro into my approach to help you in your search: My intention as a therapist is to provide an open space where you can bring your authentic self. I welcome your strengths, insights, emotions, sense of humor and creativity. I believe you have the capacity to heal and grow. We work together collaboratively so that therapy is meaningful to you and focused on your goals.