Therapists in Central District, Seattle, WA

Welcome! I am here to support and encourage you through the trials and joys of your life experiences. It is an honor and privilege to be allowed into the deep and private areas of your life. Many of my clients enter therapy after a life crisis such as a death or illness, a change in season, a break-up, family struggles, the effect of an addiction, identity issues, spiritual struggles or simply patterns of worry or regret. My desire is to sit with those who are hurting and to walk alongside those who are on a journey towards healing, wholeness, or personal growth.

The quality of our relationships has a big impact on the quality of our lives, and that can feel overwhelming. These human connections, between romantic partners, friends, family members, and coworkers, have the power to transform our lives. Sometimes, we need help to manage transitions, move through cycles of connection and disconnection or conduct pulse checks with one another. I want to meet you where you are at and help you discover where you want to go as you live through your relationships and life changes. Together, we will work to strengthen relational intelligence, communication, connection and your motivation to change.

My therapeutic orientation is psychodynamic in nature, and based on the observation that people are often unaware of unconscious influences that determine their thoughts and actions.  Lack of awareness can often lead to behavior that constrains their ability to fully comprehend or work through the difficulties they are facing.  My hope is to help remove problematic symptoms that prohibit individuals from participating in meaningful relationships with themselves and others, while working toward leading a full and productive life as an active and positive contributor to their community.

No matter how together we appear on the outside, life can feel overwhelming and exhausting if we're hurting on the inside. Challenging circumstances can take us to the edge of our ability to cope, and major life transitions such as the illness/loss of a loved one, trauma, beginning a new phase of life, or changes at home and/or work often leave us feeling full of fear and out of control. Therapy helps you adjust to your situation by teaching you new skills and gaining alternative perspectives.

Experiencing anxiety is a normal part of life, but sometimes it can start taking over your life, and this is when therapy can help. Sometimes it is hard to know what to do, or hard to do what we want when we are overwhelmed by certain fears, feelings or ideas. This too is when therapy can help. Whether you or your child is experiencing anxiety that is causing distress and limiting life, I would love to work with you. I believe therapy is a collaborative process, which will be driven by your needs, desires, and motivations.

I have room for 2-3 new clients, preferably OOP or Premera.However, I am also diversifying my career and am open to many clients as a trauma writing mentor/editor and more. Writing through healing is at least of equal value to psychotherapy. If you are interested in these services, visit me at www.elihastings.com) - I would be so delighted to work in tandem with other therapists, so please do consider if your clients might benefit!

All around us the world has been shifting. Maybe at one point it all made sense: your feelings, sensations, and reactions (even the dark and heightened ones) felt known and even comforting. But now you are looking for a new way to be and a different understanding – a path forward and a way to endure your struggle. If you are someone who believes that each of us know our own wounds, that we possess a strong inner wisdom, and that we have the ability to access the latent potential to grow and change – or, you want to believe – you will find a good fit with me and my therapeutic offerings.

I work with couples and individuals who wish to address emotional, relational, and identity conflict. This involves tailoring my treatment approach to the unique needs of each client. In my couple and family work, I aim to nurture clients' skills related to intimacy, shared understanding, communication, and connectedness, while respecting each partner's need for independent growth. I believe in the healing power of human connection, and that this bond can be a path to fulfillment and meaning in everyday life. My work with individuals addresses issues related to anxiety, depression, self-esteem, grief, sexuality, dating, and career.

Sometimes, no matter how hard you try, the outcome is not what you would have hoped. I like to provide a safe space for adults experiencing life challenges to heal and grow. Through authentic and compassionate discussion you can feel and do better.

Do you ever worry that you're 'too much' or 'not enough'? Would you be happier if you were different? Those feelings are common, especially for people of marginalized identity. In the therapy space, my goal is to deconstruct narratives about what you're 'supposed' to be and instead, help you love who you are right now. I specialize in supporting individuals as they navigate the complexities of LGBTQ+ identities, trauma, alternative relationship dynamics, and intersectionality.

Specific Issues Addressed in Private Sessions Overeating, Weight loss, Smoking, Gambling, Compulsive Habits, Workaholism, Worrying, Fears & Phobias, Traumas & PTSD, Panic Attacks, Stress Management, Pain Control, Painfree Child Birth, Family Counseling, Couples Counseling – Intimacy in Relationships, Counseling for children & teens, Self-confidence, Depression, Professional Success, Harmony at Work, Intuition, Creativity, End Addictive Patterns, Improvement in Athletic Performance, Improvement in Academic Performance, Asthma & Allergies, Auto-immune Disorders, Insomnia, and more ..

Loneliness and isolation are difficult to work through on our own. We may feel overwhelmed by depression and anxiety and have difficulty finding meaning. We can feel chased by persistent feelings of dissatisfaction, grief, or loss, and question our self-worth. It may feel increasingly difficult to "hold it together" for others. Even though we need help, we may feel skeptical about whether therapy is for us.

There comes a time when we are forced to meet ourselves, hard as we might try to avoid it. It can happen for different reasons and during different life stages. Maybe you’re experiencing a big change that’s bringing everything up all at once, or perhaps you’re realizing the mask you’ve been wearing doesn’t quite fit right anymore. What you’ve always done is no longer working for you, and the new things you’ve tried so far aren't cutting it. And while you feel ready for change, the path forward feels messy, confusing, and overwhelming.

I have over 30 years of training and experience in the field of clinical and depth psychology. Whether you are an individual or couple, struggling with communication issues or reevaluating your relationship needs and history, I bring an engaged and informed perspective to our work together. I am extensively trained in early attachment, relational trauma, sexuality and intimacy and bring a compassionate collaborative presence to the therapeutic process. I am certified and trained in ketamine and psychedelic assisted therapy, preparation and integration.

I specialize in grief and loss, medical trauma, PTSD, anxiety and shame issues. I have over 22 years experience working in both the mental health field as well as hospice and palliative medicine. My work with clients is marked by curiosity and compassion. I believe that grief is something that cannot be fixed, but it can be navigated and supported. I serve my clients by providing education, empathetic listening, and strategies for coping with grief. If there are elements of trauma within one's experience, I use Lifespan Integration as a means help the brain rewire so that the triggers are no longer too activating.

I love working with individuals, as well as couples. I have a lot of experience working with queer, non-heteronormative, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+ clients, but that is not to say that I don’t love working with people who do not identify within those marginalized identities as well! I enjoy working with those who want to learn more about how to manage anxiety and panic disorder, engage with attachment disorders/historical ruptures, and childhood trauma. Check out my website for more details: www.cognitivecongruence.com

Do you experience anxiety, depression, anger, PTSD, parenting struggles, relational dynamic issues or changes, or personal identity concerns? I am here to support you finding your voice within yourself and in close relationships. I believe that our past informs our present, in how we see, feel, hear, connect, and experience our lives. I find behavior to be an important opening to explore the underlying feelings an individual is experiencing in response to others. I view therapy as a collaborative process in which you are the expert of your own life and I am an empathetic and supportive guide helping create a brave, accepting space.

I am a Washington based therapist working with clients aged 18+. I work with those who are looking to deepen self-awareness, navigate life transitions and improve communication skills as well as with those who have experienced trauma, grief, depression, anxiety, loss, relationship issues and forms of social oppression. Drawing upon my experience as a professional musician, I also offer group counseling to bands and music ensembles.

Do you ever feel a wall between yourself and the world? Do you long to feel connected to yourself and others? What we feel and/or have lived through can disconnect us from each other and the world around us. I offer a trauma-informed, creative, and personalized approach to reconnect to yourself and your innate ability to thrive. We can find a sense of ease through creative exploration into how the body and mind carry our past experiences, values, and internalized narratives. I work best with older teens and adults, existentialists, artists, and bookworms.