Therapists in Seattle, WA
My approach is rooted in trauma-informed and liberation-focused practices and is influenced by my training in relational psychology. I believe relationship plays a foundational role in our formation - the relationships we have with other people as well as the systems and environments we find ourselves in can have a profound impact on us. We often experience wounding through relationship but can also experience immense growth and healing through relationship, both with ourself and with others.
My approach is rooted in trauma-informed and liberation-focused practices and is influenced by my training in relational psychology. I believe relationship plays a foundational role in our formation - the relationships we have with other people as well as the systems and environments we find ourselves in can have a profound impact on us. We often experience wounding through relationship but can also experience immense growth and healing through relationship, both with ourself and with others.
Deana Tolstunov
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98102 (Online Only)
I specialize in providing impactful psychotherapy that supports clients through identity development, gender and sexuality exploration, relationship transitions and discernment, and trauma work. I help couples, 2+ relationships, and individuals deepen intimacy and sex and explore desire while creating room to address the shame and stigma often surrounding such topics. Therapy is a powerful and transformative tool for exploring our most intimate emotional landscapes, desires, dreams, and fears. Wherever you are in your journey to healing, let’s work together to help you create lasting, positive change.
I specialize in providing impactful psychotherapy that supports clients through identity development, gender and sexuality exploration, relationship transitions and discernment, and trauma work. I help couples, 2+ relationships, and individuals deepen intimacy and sex and explore desire while creating room to address the shame and stigma often surrounding such topics. Therapy is a powerful and transformative tool for exploring our most intimate emotional landscapes, desires, dreams, and fears. Wherever you are in your journey to healing, let’s work together to help you create lasting, positive change.
I have partnered with Mindful Therapy Group for scheduling and billing. I have a particular passion for working with members of the LGBTQIA+ community as well as anyone experiencing stress with their sexuality &/or religious or theological beliefs, as well as those struggling with self-confidence or depression.
I have partnered with Mindful Therapy Group for scheduling and billing. I have a particular passion for working with members of the LGBTQIA+ community as well as anyone experiencing stress with their sexuality &/or religious or theological beliefs, as well as those struggling with self-confidence or depression.
Are you seeking a space to work towards healing that's relational, warm and non-judgmental? I work with people to support their existing strengths and work towards healing using a anti-oppressive somatic lens. I offer a space to explore life’s up’s and downs by building on each person’s inherent resilience’s and resources to create lasting change. I work with people experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, grief and loss, major life transitions, ADHD, Autism, PTSD, and intergenerational trauma and trauma from living in racialized capitalism and harm from systems of oppression.
Are you seeking a space to work towards healing that's relational, warm and non-judgmental? I work with people to support their existing strengths and work towards healing using a anti-oppressive somatic lens. I offer a space to explore life’s up’s and downs by building on each person’s inherent resilience’s and resources to create lasting change. I work with people experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, grief and loss, major life transitions, ADHD, Autism, PTSD, and intergenerational trauma and trauma from living in racialized capitalism and harm from systems of oppression.
Lauren Morris
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CST, MA-CFT, MA-AQR
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98115 (Online Only)
I am a queer relationship, individual, and sex therapist (LMFT, CST). I offer a collaborative, hands-on approach to therapy. I primarily focus on serving the LGBTQIA2+ community, women, non-binary, and genderfluid folks, those looking for increased connection in their relationships, those who want to explore their sexuality and enrich their sexual selves. I also enjoy working with folks through life transitions, creating healthy attachments, and setting boundaries. I recognize that it takes a lot of courage to start therapy. I aim to provide a space for you to feel genuinely heard and understood no matter what you are dealing with.
I am a queer relationship, individual, and sex therapist (LMFT, CST). I offer a collaborative, hands-on approach to therapy. I primarily focus on serving the LGBTQIA2+ community, women, non-binary, and genderfluid folks, those looking for increased connection in their relationships, those who want to explore their sexuality and enrich their sexual selves. I also enjoy working with folks through life transitions, creating healthy attachments, and setting boundaries. I recognize that it takes a lot of courage to start therapy. I aim to provide a space for you to feel genuinely heard and understood no matter what you are dealing with.
I work with clients managing depression, anxiety, symptoms of trauma, and relationship or attachment issues. I have also specialized in working with trans and queer clients as well as BIPOC clients. My approach understands that past emotional harm can negatively condition our brains and that a safe, caring relationship can help rewire our neural pathways. I focus on developing a trusting and honest relationship with my clients, offering them curiosity and compassion. Instead of suppressing, avoiding, or living life around your feelings, you will develop the self-trust and skills to value and care for them and be transformed.
I work with clients managing depression, anxiety, symptoms of trauma, and relationship or attachment issues. I have also specialized in working with trans and queer clients as well as BIPOC clients. My approach understands that past emotional harm can negatively condition our brains and that a safe, caring relationship can help rewire our neural pathways. I focus on developing a trusting and honest relationship with my clients, offering them curiosity and compassion. Instead of suppressing, avoiding, or living life around your feelings, you will develop the self-trust and skills to value and care for them and be transformed.
Christopher Skaggs
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98144 (Online Only)
I work with people individually, and in relationships that struggle to effectively communicate their needs. Because of how they were brought up, or conditioned through experience, they might have vastly different ways of showing up in relationships, especially through conflict. We all want to work on what drives our behavior so that we can better understand ourselves and each other. This allows us to be vulnerable with one another and experience our real selves, so we can connect and love on a much deeper and more meaningful and satisfying level.
I work with people individually, and in relationships that struggle to effectively communicate their needs. Because of how they were brought up, or conditioned through experience, they might have vastly different ways of showing up in relationships, especially through conflict. We all want to work on what drives our behavior so that we can better understand ourselves and each other. This allows us to be vulnerable with one another and experience our real selves, so we can connect and love on a much deeper and more meaningful and satisfying level.
Jennifer Spektor
Counselor, MA, LMHCA, MHP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98133 (Online Only)
Are you seeking your truth? Feeling stuck? Do you want a therapist who really gets you? Perhaps you are part of a relationship or polycule, seeking to work on communication and intimacy in a non-judgemental environment. I am an art therapist and counselor working with individual adults and relationships from a person-centered lense. As an artist, DJ, and Jewish trans woman (free Palestine!) I know how important it can be to have a therapist who has lived experience on the margins. Using a warm and direct approach, I support people in the process of living their truths, creating the life and relationships that are genuine to them.
Are you seeking your truth? Feeling stuck? Do you want a therapist who really gets you? Perhaps you are part of a relationship or polycule, seeking to work on communication and intimacy in a non-judgemental environment. I am an art therapist and counselor working with individual adults and relationships from a person-centered lense. As an artist, DJ, and Jewish trans woman (free Palestine!) I know how important it can be to have a therapist who has lived experience on the margins. Using a warm and direct approach, I support people in the process of living their truths, creating the life and relationships that are genuine to them.
I am currently accepting new clients! If you are feeling stuck in puzzling family dynamics, trapped in your trauma/stress response and/or ADHD difficulties, I am here to help. If you are self-diagnosed or formally diagnosed with ADHD, chances are you're trying to adapt in a world that isn’t designed for you. You feel that you were born with a “race car brain with bicycle breaks,” with unpredictable motivation & energy. You feel overwhelmed by the smallest tasks & tormented by deep restlessness. Whether this is ADHD, trauma or attachment difficulties, let's see if we can work together to improve your life.
I am currently accepting new clients! If you are feeling stuck in puzzling family dynamics, trapped in your trauma/stress response and/or ADHD difficulties, I am here to help. If you are self-diagnosed or formally diagnosed with ADHD, chances are you're trying to adapt in a world that isn’t designed for you. You feel that you were born with a “race car brain with bicycle breaks,” with unpredictable motivation & energy. You feel overwhelmed by the smallest tasks & tormented by deep restlessness. Whether this is ADHD, trauma or attachment difficulties, let's see if we can work together to improve your life.
Tally K
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSWAIC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98104 (Online Only)
Hi! I'm currently accepting new clients! My name is Tally (she/her), I’m a queer white trans woman therapist in so-called seattle, washington on Occupied Duwamish Lands. I work to create gender-affirming, trauma-informed care for teens + adults under a liberation framework. I approach my work shaped by mutual aid and anti-imperialist organizations. Abolition and Decolonization are deeply structured parts of my work here and elsewhere. Sliding Scale available!
Hi! I'm currently accepting new clients! My name is Tally (she/her), I’m a queer white trans woman therapist in so-called seattle, washington on Occupied Duwamish Lands. I work to create gender-affirming, trauma-informed care for teens + adults under a liberation framework. I approach my work shaped by mutual aid and anti-imperialist organizations. Abolition and Decolonization are deeply structured parts of my work here and elsewhere. Sliding Scale available!
Are you having a hard time and you're not sure who to reach out to? I'm a queer and trans therapist who works with adults on relational issues and embodiment stuff. Sometimes that means skill building around conflict, sometimes it's building self-compassion and processing grief, sometimes it's something completely different. Therapy is catered to your needs and what you have going on. I love working with queer, trans, and poly/ENM community through challenging times and shifting dynamics.
Are you having a hard time and you're not sure who to reach out to? I'm a queer and trans therapist who works with adults on relational issues and embodiment stuff. Sometimes that means skill building around conflict, sometimes it's building self-compassion and processing grief, sometimes it's something completely different. Therapy is catered to your needs and what you have going on. I love working with queer, trans, and poly/ENM community through challenging times and shifting dynamics.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98107 (Online Only)
They love you immensely, but friends and family can be hard to talk to when they don't understand "why you don't get better." Many of my clients have experienced depression, anxiety, and trauma symptoms for years. They're used to being judged and judging themselves. But that doesn't help us get better. I bring empathic, nonjudgmental understanding to our sessions so I can see what it's like inside your world. When you're ready, I offer evidence-based coping strategies and treatments (like mindfulness and EMDR) to help you feel better as quickly as I know how. And once you're feeling better, you'll gain insights into your issues.
They love you immensely, but friends and family can be hard to talk to when they don't understand "why you don't get better." Many of my clients have experienced depression, anxiety, and trauma symptoms for years. They're used to being judged and judging themselves. But that doesn't help us get better. I bring empathic, nonjudgmental understanding to our sessions so I can see what it's like inside your world. When you're ready, I offer evidence-based coping strategies and treatments (like mindfulness and EMDR) to help you feel better as quickly as I know how. And once you're feeling better, you'll gain insights into your issues.
In-person availability on Monday and Thursday in Pioneer Square. However, you come to this place on the interweb, welcome. I believe that every human is unique and fundamentally good, complex, messy, and beautiful, and has the potential to harm and heal; we are all worthy of love, respect, and repair. I strive to understand my clients holistically and create a relationship that is built on safety, trust, collaboration, and hope. I believe that therapy is a journey of discovery and that we are experts in the discovery of our own stories.
In-person availability on Monday and Thursday in Pioneer Square. However, you come to this place on the interweb, welcome. I believe that every human is unique and fundamentally good, complex, messy, and beautiful, and has the potential to harm and heal; we are all worthy of love, respect, and repair. I strive to understand my clients holistically and create a relationship that is built on safety, trust, collaboration, and hope. I believe that therapy is a journey of discovery and that we are experts in the discovery of our own stories.
Hi there, I am a queer-identified therapist who specializes in working with adult individuals and couples. My approach to therapy starts with building a foundation of safety and trust together as I learn about your life, history and what you are seeking to work on or change through therapy. I will work with you to deepen your understanding of your patterns and where they are rooted, and to develop emotional strength and resilience to sit with your emotions long enough to understand them and make informed decisions as you move through your life and relationships.
Hi there, I am a queer-identified therapist who specializes in working with adult individuals and couples. My approach to therapy starts with building a foundation of safety and trust together as I learn about your life, history and what you are seeking to work on or change through therapy. I will work with you to deepen your understanding of your patterns and where they are rooted, and to develop emotional strength and resilience to sit with your emotions long enough to understand them and make informed decisions as you move through your life and relationships.
Jarred Lathrop-Weber
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, MHP, CMHS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98101 (Online Only)
Welcome everyone! I work with all adults and adolescents and specialize in working with LGBTQIA+ folks. My specialties include depression, anxiety, trauma, physical & emotional abuse, identity development, internalized oppression (of all forms), substance abuse and stress management. I am attuned to how sensitive our social identities contribute to how we feel, and I believe we all have a unique and personal story to tell. It is my role to bring hope, compassion, respect & knowledge to our time together.
Welcome everyone! I work with all adults and adolescents and specialize in working with LGBTQIA+ folks. My specialties include depression, anxiety, trauma, physical & emotional abuse, identity development, internalized oppression (of all forms), substance abuse and stress management. I am attuned to how sensitive our social identities contribute to how we feel, and I believe we all have a unique and personal story to tell. It is my role to bring hope, compassion, respect & knowledge to our time together.
Many of us feel out of step with others around us. Difficulties with completing tasks and organization lead to struggles and frustration in relationships. Difficulty with social skills and anxiety make it hard to reach out to others for friendship or dating. Some of us feel shame and isolation from ADHD, autism, and other forms of neurodiversity. Our unique hobbies or interests keep us out of step. Shame keeps us from exploring who we are in friendships, dating, and sexually. People often do not see us. We feel alone. This manifests as depression, anxiety, and difficulty regulating our emotions.
Many of us feel out of step with others around us. Difficulties with completing tasks and organization lead to struggles and frustration in relationships. Difficulty with social skills and anxiety make it hard to reach out to others for friendship or dating. Some of us feel shame and isolation from ADHD, autism, and other forms of neurodiversity. Our unique hobbies or interests keep us out of step. Shame keeps us from exploring who we are in friendships, dating, and sexually. People often do not see us. We feel alone. This manifests as depression, anxiety, and difficulty regulating our emotions.
Andrew Zarate
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RDN, LICSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98102 (Online Only)
Hi, I'm Andrew (he/him/his). I’m here to work with you to improve the quality of your life using insight oriented talk therapy. I work with adults on issues ranging from, but not limited to, general stressors of life, interpersonal and relational issues, shame, multicultural issues, LGBTQ+ issues, and navigating life transitions. I also have experience in treating chronic mental health conditions such as anxiety, and depression.
Hi, I'm Andrew (he/him/his). I’m here to work with you to improve the quality of your life using insight oriented talk therapy. I work with adults on issues ranging from, but not limited to, general stressors of life, interpersonal and relational issues, shame, multicultural issues, LGBTQ+ issues, and navigating life transitions. I also have experience in treating chronic mental health conditions such as anxiety, and depression.
As a therapist, I am dedicated to helping couples, families, and individuals navigate a variety of challenges and struggles, including anxiety, OCD, depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder. I am an ally and member of the LGBTQIA+ community, and poly friendly. My therapeutic approach is grounded in humanistic principles, and I utilize a range of evidence-based techniques such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and experiential techniques to help my clients achieve their goals. I am also informed by the latest research from the Gottman Institute, which focuses on the health and longevity of relationships.
As a therapist, I am dedicated to helping couples, families, and individuals navigate a variety of challenges and struggles, including anxiety, OCD, depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder. I am an ally and member of the LGBTQIA+ community, and poly friendly. My therapeutic approach is grounded in humanistic principles, and I utilize a range of evidence-based techniques such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and experiential techniques to help my clients achieve their goals. I am also informed by the latest research from the Gottman Institute, which focuses on the health and longevity of relationships.
You deserve a space where every part of you belongs: where you feel unconditionally cared for and seen. I relate from a stance of non-judgmental acceptance with the goal of communicating that you make sense to me. In our work together, I’ll move towards you with curiosity, warmth, and acceptance as you feel into difficult emotions. At times we’ll play, be silly, and feel into and towards joy, excitement, and hope.
You deserve a space where every part of you belongs: where you feel unconditionally cared for and seen. I relate from a stance of non-judgmental acceptance with the goal of communicating that you make sense to me. In our work together, I’ll move towards you with curiosity, warmth, and acceptance as you feel into difficult emotions. At times we’ll play, be silly, and feel into and towards joy, excitement, and hope.
Cyn Clarfield
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98126 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
My practice specializes in gender identity development and sexual orientation. I primarily work with adolescents and young adults (as well as adults beginning to question their identity). Therapy focuses on anxiety management, gender dysphoria, coming out, improving self-esteem, connection to community, relationship skills, and the process of transitioning (if desired). Whether someone is exploring new feelings or has identified as LGBTQ+ for years, they may face internal or external challenges leading to confusion and stress. Working with an experienced therapist trained in gender and sexual minority issues can help.
My practice specializes in gender identity development and sexual orientation. I primarily work with adolescents and young adults (as well as adults beginning to question their identity). Therapy focuses on anxiety management, gender dysphoria, coming out, improving self-esteem, connection to community, relationship skills, and the process of transitioning (if desired). Whether someone is exploring new feelings or has identified as LGBTQ+ for years, they may face internal or external challenges leading to confusion and stress. Working with an experienced therapist trained in gender and sexual minority issues can help.
