Therapists in High Point, Seattle, WA
Denise Johnson
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFTA, CHT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
High Point, Seattle, WA 98126
My main approach in couples therapy is Emotional Focused Therapy because it transforms conflict and strengthens connection.
Are you struggling with a life transition, feelings of insecurity or other emotional pain? Do you desire less conflict or more connection in your relationship? Often, my clients arrive with anxiety, feelings of shame, or are suffering from challenging relationship dynamics. Others, arrive unsure of the exact source of their problem, but know they want more fulfillment. Perhaps you have awareness regarding your issues, but still struggle to interrupt negative patterns or grow beyond reoccurring challenges. If you long to improve your relationship with yourself or others, I would love to work with you.
My main approach in couples therapy is Emotional Focused Therapy because it transforms conflict and strengthens connection.
Are you struggling with a life transition, feelings of insecurity or other emotional pain? Do you desire less conflict or more connection in your relationship? Often, my clients arrive with anxiety, feelings of shame, or are suffering from challenging relationship dynamics. Others, arrive unsure of the exact source of their problem, but know they want more fulfillment. Perhaps you have awareness regarding your issues, but still struggle to interrupt negative patterns or grow beyond reoccurring challenges. If you long to improve your relationship with yourself or others, I would love to work with you.
Cherie A Katt
Mental Health Counselor License, LMHC
Verified Verified
High Point, Seattle, WA 98126 (Online Only)
Therapy is a place for you to name areas of pain, a place to feel without judgment, and a place to reclaim what is yours. Shame is the source of so much of this pain and judgment, convincing you that you are broken. Shame is often so intertwined with sexuality because of the societal silence around the topic. Perhaps sex is painful, perhaps you are more aware of others desires than your own, perhaps you feel empty from running on fumes and enjoyment is the last thing on your mind. Whatever the reason, engaging your sexual health can help overall wellness, and ultimately be the way back into relationship with yourself!
Therapy is a place for you to name areas of pain, a place to feel without judgment, and a place to reclaim what is yours. Shame is the source of so much of this pain and judgment, convincing you that you are broken. Shame is often so intertwined with sexuality because of the societal silence around the topic. Perhaps sex is painful, perhaps you are more aware of others desires than your own, perhaps you feel empty from running on fumes and enjoyment is the last thing on your mind. Whatever the reason, engaging your sexual health can help overall wellness, and ultimately be the way back into relationship with yourself!
I have a broad range of clinical training and experience related to individual, couples, families and group therapy.
I will actively use my training and experience to help you meet your needs & goals. Successful treatment is a direct result of mutual efforts, honesty, respect, and collaboration. Life is full of transitions. Many transitions require skill to navigate. Some happen easily and others require thought, planning and occasionally outside help. I regularly help people manage depression, anxiety, life & work transitions, relationship problems, the processing of and recovery from trauma, and developmental issues throughout the lifespan.
I have a broad range of clinical training and experience related to individual, couples, families and group therapy.
I will actively use my training and experience to help you meet your needs & goals. Successful treatment is a direct result of mutual efforts, honesty, respect, and collaboration. Life is full of transitions. Many transitions require skill to navigate. Some happen easily and others require thought, planning and occasionally outside help. I regularly help people manage depression, anxiety, life & work transitions, relationship problems, the processing of and recovery from trauma, and developmental issues throughout the lifespan.
LaVonne K Dorsey
Counselor, MA, LMHC, CCM, CBC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
High Point, Seattle, WA 98126
I work with adult individuals, couples, teens and families utilizing various therapeutic approaches to help my clients feel more connected to themselves and others, and experience increased levels of well-being.
Reach out for consultation. West Seattle office or Virtually. Resolving struggle takes courage, and walking through the counseling door shows me that you're bold enough to face challenges head-on. Whether you suffer with anxiety, depression, career transitions, self-esteem, relationship troubles or divorce, I will guide you through to a better place by understanding what you need internally and teaching you skills to translate your newfound self-knowledge into a positive direction. We'll build your emotional and cognitive skills to help you be more self-aware and able to access your inherent strength and resilience.
I work with adult individuals, couples, teens and families utilizing various therapeutic approaches to help my clients feel more connected to themselves and others, and experience increased levels of well-being.
Reach out for consultation. West Seattle office or Virtually. Resolving struggle takes courage, and walking through the counseling door shows me that you're bold enough to face challenges head-on. Whether you suffer with anxiety, depression, career transitions, self-esteem, relationship troubles or divorce, I will guide you through to a better place by understanding what you need internally and teaching you skills to translate your newfound self-knowledge into a positive direction. We'll build your emotional and cognitive skills to help you be more self-aware and able to access your inherent strength and resilience.
I offer psycho-education and effective guidance in helping couples and families recognize and work through difficult emotional and communication dynamics.
Experienced and insightful, I help clients find their way back to themselves and their relationships by increasing curiosity, compassion, and insight through the ability to self-reflect. Employing mindfulness, emotionally-focused and body-awareness therapies along with traditional talk therapy, I share ways to recognize ineffective patterns, increase somatic and emotional intelligence, understand and develop new coping skills, and enhance empathy and positivity.
I offer psycho-education and effective guidance in helping couples and families recognize and work through difficult emotional and communication dynamics.
Experienced and insightful, I help clients find their way back to themselves and their relationships by increasing curiosity, compassion, and insight through the ability to self-reflect. Employing mindfulness, emotionally-focused and body-awareness therapies along with traditional talk therapy, I share ways to recognize ineffective patterns, increase somatic and emotional intelligence, understand and develop new coping skills, and enhance empathy and positivity.
Heather Nell Moir
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MHP
Verified Verified
High Point, Seattle, WA 98126
Hello and welcome! You have taken a big step in your therapy journey just by looking for a therapist as that is a feat in itself. I offer a client-centered approach that is warm, curious and empathetic. Together we will work on setting goals to work towards, learn skills, and process in a safe environment. I enjoy working with individuals who are seeking support and skills with work, relationships, and life transitions. In addition, I work with couples to develop healthy communication, validation for each other, and a renewed team approach. With adoptees, their story carries with it intense emotions, questions, and loss.
Hello and welcome! You have taken a big step in your therapy journey just by looking for a therapist as that is a feat in itself. I offer a client-centered approach that is warm, curious and empathetic. Together we will work on setting goals to work towards, learn skills, and process in a safe environment. I enjoy working with individuals who are seeking support and skills with work, relationships, and life transitions. In addition, I work with couples to develop healthy communication, validation for each other, and a renewed team approach. With adoptees, their story carries with it intense emotions, questions, and loss.
Kristina Betz
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA, CAS
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
High Point, Seattle, WA 98126 (Online Only)
I see couples for a myriad of relational struggles, and I am passionate about supporting clients in living meaningful and authentic lives while cultivating flexibility, compassion, personal responsibility, and balance for themselves whatever that may look like.
I currently am accepting individual clients as well as couples/relationships. I work with all identities. Everyone is welcome in this space; I believe that each person has innate abilities and strengths to help them overcome challenges to improve their lives and relationships. I fully support and affirm BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, polyamorous, kink, BDSM, and other marginalized communities. As a relationship therapy specialist, I know that enriching connections to Self, Partners, Family, and Community are key to achieving a high quality of life.
I see couples for a myriad of relational struggles, and I am passionate about supporting clients in living meaningful and authentic lives while cultivating flexibility, compassion, personal responsibility, and balance for themselves whatever that may look like.
I currently am accepting individual clients as well as couples/relationships. I work with all identities. Everyone is welcome in this space; I believe that each person has innate abilities and strengths to help them overcome challenges to improve their lives and relationships. I fully support and affirm BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, polyamorous, kink, BDSM, and other marginalized communities. As a relationship therapy specialist, I know that enriching connections to Self, Partners, Family, and Community are key to achieving a high quality of life.
Sara Laurino
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSWA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
High Point, Seattle, WA 98126
As a trained clinical social worker, I see you as a whole person. My practice is deeply rooted in mindfulness, kindness & social justice. I practice from a client centered & trauma informed perspective. All of the work that I do is collaborative... I am so glad that you are here! I am passionate about Intergenerational family healing: both family of choice & biological families. I work with clients who are living with anxiety, depression, and trauma survivors. My specialty areas include: life transitions, self-esteem, family conflict, grief, relationship issues and spirituality.
As a trained clinical social worker, I see you as a whole person. My practice is deeply rooted in mindfulness, kindness & social justice. I practice from a client centered & trauma informed perspective. All of the work that I do is collaborative... I am so glad that you are here! I am passionate about Intergenerational family healing: both family of choice & biological families. I work with clients who are living with anxiety, depression, and trauma survivors. My specialty areas include: life transitions, self-esteem, family conflict, grief, relationship issues and spirituality.
For the past 20 years I have been privileged to support individuals and couples as a pastoral counselor and more recently as a mental health counselor.
Seeking a counselor can be a daunting experience and I commend you for your courage in taking this step. I work primarily with teens, young adults, men, and couples who desire to create space to work on areas of concern in their lives and relationships. I work alongside clients to get to the ‘thing beneath the thing’ of what they are experiencing and struggling with as individuals and couples, so that they can move from minimizing, avoidance, self-contempt, etc.. towards a compassionate self-awareness, recovery, greater coping, balance in life, development of new understandings and skills, and thriving.
For the past 20 years I have been privileged to support individuals and couples as a pastoral counselor and more recently as a mental health counselor.
Seeking a counselor can be a daunting experience and I commend you for your courage in taking this step. I work primarily with teens, young adults, men, and couples who desire to create space to work on areas of concern in their lives and relationships. I work alongside clients to get to the ‘thing beneath the thing’ of what they are experiencing and struggling with as individuals and couples, so that they can move from minimizing, avoidance, self-contempt, etc.. towards a compassionate self-awareness, recovery, greater coping, balance in life, development of new understandings and skills, and thriving.
I work with men and couples who are coping with anxiety, depression, dating and relationship issues, divorce/parenting/coparenting or communication of their needs in order to build stronger and deeper connections with themselves and others. It can be incredibly challenging to build healthy emotional attachments to the people in your life when dealing with anxiety, depression, poor modeling and the struggles of everyday.
I work with men and couples who are coping with anxiety, depression, dating and relationship issues, divorce/parenting/coparenting or communication of their needs in order to build stronger and deeper connections with themselves and others. It can be incredibly challenging to build healthy emotional attachments to the people in your life when dealing with anxiety, depression, poor modeling and the struggles of everyday.
Nicole Wilson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MA, LMFTA
Verified Verified
High Point, Seattle, WA 98126
Waitlist for new clients
I am currently practicing at Attuned Relationship Center, a group practice in West Seattle that offers an array of services including individual therapy, traditional couples therapy, discernment counseling, and sex therapy.
I work with individuals - teens and adults, couples, and folks in all forms of relationship systems (polyamorous, ethically non-monogamous, etc). Individual therapy often centers around identity development and exploration, development of supportive coping skills, and processing the daily struggles and challenges folks face as they navigate their lives in this ever-changing world. In work with those seeking relationship support, I enjoy helping clients in resolving conflict, increasing emotional and physical intimacy, and working on breaking down communication barriers.
I am currently practicing at Attuned Relationship Center, a group practice in West Seattle that offers an array of services including individual therapy, traditional couples therapy, discernment counseling, and sex therapy.
I work with individuals - teens and adults, couples, and folks in all forms of relationship systems (polyamorous, ethically non-monogamous, etc). Individual therapy often centers around identity development and exploration, development of supportive coping skills, and processing the daily struggles and challenges folks face as they navigate their lives in this ever-changing world. In work with those seeking relationship support, I enjoy helping clients in resolving conflict, increasing emotional and physical intimacy, and working on breaking down communication barriers.
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If you are interested in improving your relationship with yourself and others and would like to schedule a consultation call, please email me!.
I work with couples, adults and teens, and families to help them resolve conflict, increase emotional and physical intimacy in relationships, and live more authentically. I believe that counseling creates opportunities for individuals, couples, and families to explore their unique life experiences and empowers them to accomplish their mental health and relationship goals. Previously, I worked with U.S. military veterans and their families to help them nurture safe and authentic relationships with their spouses and loved ones while readjusting to civilian life.
If you are interested in improving your relationship with yourself and others and would like to schedule a consultation call, please email me!.
I work with couples, adults and teens, and families to help them resolve conflict, increase emotional and physical intimacy in relationships, and live more authentically. I believe that counseling creates opportunities for individuals, couples, and families to explore their unique life experiences and empowers them to accomplish their mental health and relationship goals. Previously, I worked with U.S. military veterans and their families to help them nurture safe and authentic relationships with their spouses and loved ones while readjusting to civilian life.
Angela K Jacobs :: Chiral Center Counseling PLLC
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMHCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
High Point, Seattle, WA 98126
My clients are viewed from a holistic perspective in order to promote insight and connections on the path to self-fulfillment. You may not know it, but grief, trauma, rejection, abandonment, and more could be holding you back. I put you first in this highly personal and strictly confidential, therapeutic relationship to dig into the vulnerabilities and thought processes that are contributing to negative feelings, undesired repetitive choices, or unfulfilling relationships. My empowerment strategies draw from several theories of psychology to examine the root causes of undesired behaviors or promoting new behaviors.
My clients are viewed from a holistic perspective in order to promote insight and connections on the path to self-fulfillment. You may not know it, but grief, trauma, rejection, abandonment, and more could be holding you back. I put you first in this highly personal and strictly confidential, therapeutic relationship to dig into the vulnerabilities and thought processes that are contributing to negative feelings, undesired repetitive choices, or unfulfilling relationships. My empowerment strategies draw from several theories of psychology to examine the root causes of undesired behaviors or promoting new behaviors.
Christiana Metzenbaum
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
High Point, Seattle, WA 98126 (Online Only)
With over a decade of experience as a licensed therapist, I've worked in varying settings with diverse populations. My specialty areas include anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, and relational issues with family, partners, and friends. I'm also dedicated to serving the LGBTQIA+ community. As your therapist, I believe you're the expert of your own life. Together, we'll work collaboratively to identify changes you'd like to make and develop a personalized plan to achieve them. My job is to help you see the changes that are possible. My hope is that when you leave our sessions, you'll feel supported in continuing on your journey
With over a decade of experience as a licensed therapist, I've worked in varying settings with diverse populations. My specialty areas include anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, and relational issues with family, partners, and friends. I'm also dedicated to serving the LGBTQIA+ community. As your therapist, I believe you're the expert of your own life. Together, we'll work collaboratively to identify changes you'd like to make and develop a personalized plan to achieve them. My job is to help you see the changes that are possible. My hope is that when you leave our sessions, you'll feel supported in continuing on your journey
Traditional psychotherapy works toward congruence in a persons thinking, emotions, actions, and life choices. Body-oriented therapy understands that the body is also profoundly affected by our life experiences. Identifying and releasing attitudes and old images held in our physical structure adds an important component to therapy. This promotes lasting change, allowing for free flow of life energy from within us so we can more fully realize our life, our joy. I am also founder of the Seattle School of Body-Psychotherapy, and enterprise of Body-Psychotherapy of Seattle.
Traditional psychotherapy works toward congruence in a persons thinking, emotions, actions, and life choices. Body-oriented therapy understands that the body is also profoundly affected by our life experiences. Identifying and releasing attitudes and old images held in our physical structure adds an important component to therapy. This promotes lasting change, allowing for free flow of life energy from within us so we can more fully realize our life, our joy. I am also founder of the Seattle School of Body-Psychotherapy, and enterprise of Body-Psychotherapy of Seattle.
Brittiony Borges
Counselor, Brittiony Borges, MA, LMHCA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
High Point, Seattle, WA 98126
I enjoy working with teens (14+), parents, adults, neurodiversity, and individuals working through life transitions (parenting, career changes, etc.), identity development, and everything involved with…life. I specialize in working with anxiety, trauma & neurodivergent individuals. I connect with my clients through curiosity, compassion, and a dash of humor. I have witnessed genuine change come when we're free to speak our truth, and it's met with warmth and authenticity. It's a collaborative journey where, together, we can work on discovering new meaningful experiences & relationships. You deserve this, and I hope to connect soon!
I enjoy working with teens (14+), parents, adults, neurodiversity, and individuals working through life transitions (parenting, career changes, etc.), identity development, and everything involved with…life. I specialize in working with anxiety, trauma & neurodivergent individuals. I connect with my clients through curiosity, compassion, and a dash of humor. I have witnessed genuine change come when we're free to speak our truth, and it's met with warmth and authenticity. It's a collaborative journey where, together, we can work on discovering new meaningful experiences & relationships. You deserve this, and I hope to connect soon!
Over the past six years, it has been such a pleasure walking with my clients through their journeys of healing and change. I have had the privilege of sitting with parents struggling through the heartache of divorce, immigrants and children of immigrants who are making a home against all odds, college students fighting dominant culture norms, survivors of marital abuse, and those fighting to escape their childhood trauma. Before becoming a therapist, I worked in education and non-profits in India, and I am astounded, then and now, by the human capacity for resilience and strength in the face of hardship.
Over the past six years, it has been such a pleasure walking with my clients through their journeys of healing and change. I have had the privilege of sitting with parents struggling through the heartache of divorce, immigrants and children of immigrants who are making a home against all odds, college students fighting dominant culture norms, survivors of marital abuse, and those fighting to escape their childhood trauma. Before becoming a therapist, I worked in education and non-profits in India, and I am astounded, then and now, by the human capacity for resilience and strength in the face of hardship.
Sheryl E Kool
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
High Point, Seattle, WA 98126
Not accepting new clients
I work with individuals and couples who are struggling with depression, anxiety, PTSD, relationship issues, and grief.
Welcome! I am a warm, compassionate and experienced counselor who works in a collaborative style that allows you to draw upon your own strengths and experience in order to grow. Trust and a sense of safety are the necessary foundations for effective treatment. You need to feel connected and understood to share your internal world. I respect the tremendous courage it takes to face up to deeply buried or avoided thoughts and feelings. My ability to listen, follow and connect deeply will enable you to feel safe enough to explore the problems which have hindered your life and relationships.
I work with individuals and couples who are struggling with depression, anxiety, PTSD, relationship issues, and grief.
Welcome! I am a warm, compassionate and experienced counselor who works in a collaborative style that allows you to draw upon your own strengths and experience in order to grow. Trust and a sense of safety are the necessary foundations for effective treatment. You need to feel connected and understood to share your internal world. I respect the tremendous courage it takes to face up to deeply buried or avoided thoughts and feelings. My ability to listen, follow and connect deeply will enable you to feel safe enough to explore the problems which have hindered your life and relationships.
Online Therapists
Claire L. Schaffer
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFTA
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98115
I provide therapy services to youth, adults, couples, and families.
As a systemic therapist, I believe in the exploration of all cultural and societal messages, norms, and values that have shaped my clients into who they are today. Making the brave decision to begin therapy is often preceded by many obstacles and challenges, and it is important to me to take the necessary time to walk through clients' stories and reflect on their experiences. I work to create a safe, trusting, and open environment where my clients and I can exchange constructive feedback. I believe that the therapy room is a space for emotional vulnerability, reflection, and growth.
I provide therapy services to youth, adults, couples, and families.
As a systemic therapist, I believe in the exploration of all cultural and societal messages, norms, and values that have shaped my clients into who they are today. Making the brave decision to begin therapy is often preceded by many obstacles and challenges, and it is important to me to take the necessary time to walk through clients' stories and reflect on their experiences. I work to create a safe, trusting, and open environment where my clients and I can exchange constructive feedback. I believe that the therapy room is a space for emotional vulnerability, reflection, and growth.
I provide therapy for adults, working on issues such as depression, anxiety, eating disorders , relationships and life transitions. I also provide Reflective Parenting; Parent-Child Relationship Problems; History of Relational/Family Trauma; Adult Trauma; Grief and Loss; Work and Career issues; Stress Management. I also work with couples and families.
I provide therapy for adults, working on issues such as depression, anxiety, eating disorders , relationships and life transitions. I also provide Reflective Parenting; Parent-Child Relationship Problems; History of Relational/Family Trauma; Adult Trauma; Grief and Loss; Work and Career issues; Stress Management. I also work with couples and families.
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Couples Counseling Therapists
Does couples counseling work?
Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.
When should a couple seek counseling?
Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.
How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?
The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.
How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?
The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.