Culturally Sensitive Therapists in Seattle, WA
Everyone should have the mental health resources to live their best lives, which includes a strong sexual voice and confident gender expression. There is an immense amount of guilt and shame in our culture that negatively affects how we perceive and receive sex, sexuality, and gender. Vulnerable populations have been targeted with specific, hurtful sexual and gendered stereotypes that can increase psychological distress. As a person of color, I am happy to contribute my perspective and lived experience to the field and your choice of therapists. Sex affects everyone, and it merits focused attention in the mental health field.
Everyone should have the mental health resources to live their best lives, which includes a strong sexual voice and confident gender expression. There is an immense amount of guilt and shame in our culture that negatively affects how we perceive and receive sex, sexuality, and gender. Vulnerable populations have been targeted with specific, hurtful sexual and gendered stereotypes that can increase psychological distress. As a person of color, I am happy to contribute my perspective and lived experience to the field and your choice of therapists. Sex affects everyone, and it merits focused attention in the mental health field.
I use a strengths based approach, which means I reinforce and build on internal and external strengths, or protective factors, with each of my clients. My goal is always to first try to deeply understand my clients, while empowering them to choose how we will best work together. I invite open and honest conversation, while supporting my clients in accessing all of their different 'parts', feelings and lived experiences that might benefit from being experienced with a supportive other to undo aloneness, and deepen the capacity to fully feel and live authentically.
I use a strengths based approach, which means I reinforce and build on internal and external strengths, or protective factors, with each of my clients. My goal is always to first try to deeply understand my clients, while empowering them to choose how we will best work together. I invite open and honest conversation, while supporting my clients in accessing all of their different 'parts', feelings and lived experiences that might benefit from being experienced with a supportive other to undo aloneness, and deepen the capacity to fully feel and live authentically.
As a licensed mental health counselor, I work primarily with teens and young adults. I love the opportunity to support young people as they grow and overcome challenges in their lives. I believe that you and your family are doing the best you can with the tools you have, and if you’re searching for a therapist, you likely need more support to thrive. I'm especially skilled at working with youth who have experienced trauma or who struggle with anxiety, depression and/or self-harm. As of April 2024, I have some limited availability for in-person services.
As a licensed mental health counselor, I work primarily with teens and young adults. I love the opportunity to support young people as they grow and overcome challenges in their lives. I believe that you and your family are doing the best you can with the tools you have, and if you’re searching for a therapist, you likely need more support to thrive. I'm especially skilled at working with youth who have experienced trauma or who struggle with anxiety, depression and/or self-harm. As of April 2024, I have some limited availability for in-person services.
Cristina Neuenschwander
Mental Health Counselor Associate, MA, LMHCA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98112
Waitlist for new clients
As a trauma-informed therapist, I am passionate about walking along side others on their journey toward wholeness and healing. I work primarily with adults, adolescents, and children experiencing a wide range of emotional or behavioral issues. All of us have experienced suffering or relational brokenness within our stories that can feel confusing or hard to address. While we are most often harmed in relationship, it is also in relationship that we heal. It is my hope that in our sessions, you will experience the relief of engaging the hard moments of your story in the presence of a supportive witness as you move toward healing.
As a trauma-informed therapist, I am passionate about walking along side others on their journey toward wholeness and healing. I work primarily with adults, adolescents, and children experiencing a wide range of emotional or behavioral issues. All of us have experienced suffering or relational brokenness within our stories that can feel confusing or hard to address. While we are most often harmed in relationship, it is also in relationship that we heal. It is my hope that in our sessions, you will experience the relief of engaging the hard moments of your story in the presence of a supportive witness as you move toward healing.
Whether you would like to: process trauma or burdens and possibly release them; grow towards less shame and more self-love; increase understanding of next steps that are most congruent and life-giving for your personal and or professional life; or discuss tools to support the most effective communication and relating in your relationships; all are welcome. I draw from more than 15 years in psychotherapy, education and spirituality. Respect is brought for all identities, histories, heritages and overall social locations including the path of immigrants, individuals with H-1B visas, refugees and asylum seekers.
Whether you would like to: process trauma or burdens and possibly release them; grow towards less shame and more self-love; increase understanding of next steps that are most congruent and life-giving for your personal and or professional life; or discuss tools to support the most effective communication and relating in your relationships; all are welcome. I draw from more than 15 years in psychotherapy, education and spirituality. Respect is brought for all identities, histories, heritages and overall social locations including the path of immigrants, individuals with H-1B visas, refugees and asylum seekers.
Welcome! I am a Licensed Mental Health Therapist in Washington and Hawaii and an Approved Clinical Supervisor in both states. I am dedicated to helping individuals overcome their personal challenges and live a healthy life. I have a deep understanding of the complexities of the human mind and the power of psychological flexibility. I provided a safe and supportive space for you to explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
Welcome! I am a Licensed Mental Health Therapist in Washington and Hawaii and an Approved Clinical Supervisor in both states. I am dedicated to helping individuals overcome their personal challenges and live a healthy life. I have a deep understanding of the complexities of the human mind and the power of psychological flexibility. I provided a safe and supportive space for you to explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
Rainer Goldberg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98118 (Online Only)
Have you reached a point where your own will has sabotaged your life? Either recognizing how small you are in the grand scheme of things, lack of ability to transcend stagnancy or break free from bad habits or symptoms that rob you of joy? I have found the difference between being alive and living is rooted in transcending your identity (or sense of self ) beyond one dimensional perspectives, and I utilize the medium of color (and archetypes) to create a bridge between the conscious and unconscious world that exists within, among, and around you.
Have you reached a point where your own will has sabotaged your life? Either recognizing how small you are in the grand scheme of things, lack of ability to transcend stagnancy or break free from bad habits or symptoms that rob you of joy? I have found the difference between being alive and living is rooted in transcending your identity (or sense of self ) beyond one dimensional perspectives, and I utilize the medium of color (and archetypes) to create a bridge between the conscious and unconscious world that exists within, among, and around you.
Kristan Dziurzynski
Psychologist, PhD, MHCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98134 (Online Only)
I believe finding a therapist you genuinely trust and feel safe with is the most essential piece to gain from any therapeutic intervention. As such, I strongly encourage you to be patient with yourself and listen to how you feel when searching for that fit. I value transparency; my style is compassionately direct. Psychotherapy can be uncomfortable because the process involves approaching the barriers that restrict you. In our work, we will approach discomfort together as I believe exposure and empowerment are catalysts for true change and personal growth.
I believe finding a therapist you genuinely trust and feel safe with is the most essential piece to gain from any therapeutic intervention. As such, I strongly encourage you to be patient with yourself and listen to how you feel when searching for that fit. I value transparency; my style is compassionately direct. Psychotherapy can be uncomfortable because the process involves approaching the barriers that restrict you. In our work, we will approach discomfort together as I believe exposure and empowerment are catalysts for true change and personal growth.
Grief Anxiety And Childhood Trauma Therapist Virg Augoustatos
Counselor, MA, LMHCA, P-RDT, RYT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98104
If you are feeling lost, lonely, or disconnected from the world around you and are having difficultly finding the way forward, I am here to help. You may be desiring more confidence, ease, and connection in yourself and with others. Perhaps you seek more awareness of your patterns, needs, and desires in order to feel empowered to take action toward a life filled with purpose and meaning. I aim to help you develop harmony with your emotional self, build meaningful relationships, and find more freedom and fullness in life. I specialize in issues related to grief and loss, life transitions, gender, anxiety, and trauma.
If you are feeling lost, lonely, or disconnected from the world around you and are having difficultly finding the way forward, I am here to help. You may be desiring more confidence, ease, and connection in yourself and with others. Perhaps you seek more awareness of your patterns, needs, and desires in order to feel empowered to take action toward a life filled with purpose and meaning. I aim to help you develop harmony with your emotional self, build meaningful relationships, and find more freedom and fullness in life. I specialize in issues related to grief and loss, life transitions, gender, anxiety, and trauma.
Suzra Martha Antoine
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSWA, CCTP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98112 (Online Only)
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, PTSD, ADHD, trauma, and multiple mental health diagnoses? I assist clients in healing from trauma, helping youth, adolescents, and adults cope with life stressors, and low self-esteem. I also assist individuals in identifying their emotions, thoughts, and behaviors, establishing goals, empowering individuals to believe in themselves by offering compassion and support to clients in learning different coping skills to overcome life's stressors.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, PTSD, ADHD, trauma, and multiple mental health diagnoses? I assist clients in healing from trauma, helping youth, adolescents, and adults cope with life stressors, and low self-esteem. I also assist individuals in identifying their emotions, thoughts, and behaviors, establishing goals, empowering individuals to believe in themselves by offering compassion and support to clients in learning different coping skills to overcome life's stressors.
Sauda Porter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98178 (Online Only)
You may be dealing with anxiety, depression, racialized trauma or generational trauma that make it harder to function. For too long, the idea of mental wellness was viewed as a luxury only allotted to the few. Someone was considered “strong” if they endured a traumatic or life-changing event, regardless of functionality. We are now beginning to understand that those events can change the way we relate to everything. You may continue to engage in your day to day expectations like taking care of children, going to work, going to school, but you may not be sleeping well, may no longer enjoy things that brought you peace or happiness.
You may be dealing with anxiety, depression, racialized trauma or generational trauma that make it harder to function. For too long, the idea of mental wellness was viewed as a luxury only allotted to the few. Someone was considered “strong” if they endured a traumatic or life-changing event, regardless of functionality. We are now beginning to understand that those events can change the way we relate to everything. You may continue to engage in your day to day expectations like taking care of children, going to work, going to school, but you may not be sleeping well, may no longer enjoy things that brought you peace or happiness.
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Do you crave a more playful, connected, & inspired life with meaning & purpose? Do you wish for compassion as your default & the mental space to respond thoughtfully rather than react automatically? If you grew up feeling neglected or uncelebrated, struggled to be vulnerable, or have a hard time relaxing, you’re not alone. I believe in radical incrementalism, focusing on 1% changes for consistency over intensity. We are all inherently worthy of love & belonging but often develop maladaptive behaviors to cope with societal pressures. My passion is to help alleviate loneliness & empower you to connect deeply with those around you.
Do you crave a more playful, connected, & inspired life with meaning & purpose? Do you wish for compassion as your default & the mental space to respond thoughtfully rather than react automatically? If you grew up feeling neglected or uncelebrated, struggled to be vulnerable, or have a hard time relaxing, you’re not alone. I believe in radical incrementalism, focusing on 1% changes for consistency over intensity. We are all inherently worthy of love & belonging but often develop maladaptive behaviors to cope with societal pressures. My passion is to help alleviate loneliness & empower you to connect deeply with those around you.
I specialize in ADHD, women's issues, career counseling, life transitions, anxiety, depression, relationship issues and childhood trauma. When you encounter these things in adulthood, there's often no one to walk you through the difficulties they bring. You need help from someone who specializes in this, who understands how you're feeling and can be with you on your journey, and has tools to help. I'd love to hear how I might be able to support you. I offer Authentic + Empowering Therapy for Adults in Seattle, WA. Accepting New Clients (Updated 1/8/24)
I specialize in ADHD, women's issues, career counseling, life transitions, anxiety, depression, relationship issues and childhood trauma. When you encounter these things in adulthood, there's often no one to walk you through the difficulties they bring. You need help from someone who specializes in this, who understands how you're feeling and can be with you on your journey, and has tools to help. I'd love to hear how I might be able to support you. I offer Authentic + Empowering Therapy for Adults in Seattle, WA. Accepting New Clients (Updated 1/8/24)
Samantha Yard
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98108 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Often by the time clients reach me, they have needed help for a long time. Some have trouble identifying and talking about their emotions. Others may be struggling to manage intense distress, caught in unhelpful thinking patterns. Many find that their problems are linked with dissatisfaction in important relationships, and may feel disconnected even from people they know well. Often, people try to cope with these problems by engaging in unhealthy behaviors that they want to stop but can't figure out how. The first step in our therapy is to get clarity about what the main problems really are, and to identify therapy goals.
Often by the time clients reach me, they have needed help for a long time. Some have trouble identifying and talking about their emotions. Others may be struggling to manage intense distress, caught in unhelpful thinking patterns. Many find that their problems are linked with dissatisfaction in important relationships, and may feel disconnected even from people they know well. Often, people try to cope with these problems by engaging in unhealthy behaviors that they want to stop but can't figure out how. The first step in our therapy is to get clarity about what the main problems really are, and to identify therapy goals.
Sensory Wellness Occupational Therapy
Occupational Therapist, OTR/L
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98103
I am an occupational therapist working with all humans on understanding & regulating their own unique sensory system. Most sensory based OT's work with children, but after 7 years of working with young children & their parents, I began to see the importance of supporting neurodiverse adults, especially late diagnosed or undiagnosed adults. I am passionate about working with people to develop an awareness of their processing system for an improved quality of life. I am seeing clients who struggle with attention, energy, sleep, eating, substance use, daily living tasks, emotional regulation, relationships, mental health, and more.
I am an occupational therapist working with all humans on understanding & regulating their own unique sensory system. Most sensory based OT's work with children, but after 7 years of working with young children & their parents, I began to see the importance of supporting neurodiverse adults, especially late diagnosed or undiagnosed adults. I am passionate about working with people to develop an awareness of their processing system for an improved quality of life. I am seeing clients who struggle with attention, energy, sleep, eating, substance use, daily living tasks, emotional regulation, relationships, mental health, and more.
Horizon Therapy Seattle - Jen Davis
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFTA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98133
As a couple, family, & individual therapist, I honor the importance of our inherent human need to be in fulfilling connection with others and ourselves. And I recognize how difficult this can sometimes be. Whether you're feeling disconnected from your partner, overwhelmed by the level of conflict in your day-to-day family interactions, going through a major life transition, or seeking individual therapy to explore how past hurt and current challenges are constraining you from more fully inhabiting your life, therapy can be a powerful tool for growth. I offer a free consultation to explore our possible work together.
As a couple, family, & individual therapist, I honor the importance of our inherent human need to be in fulfilling connection with others and ourselves. And I recognize how difficult this can sometimes be. Whether you're feeling disconnected from your partner, overwhelmed by the level of conflict in your day-to-day family interactions, going through a major life transition, or seeking individual therapy to explore how past hurt and current challenges are constraining you from more fully inhabiting your life, therapy can be a powerful tool for growth. I offer a free consultation to explore our possible work together.
Aloha, I am a QTBIPOC Therapist. My therapeutic approach is empathic, nonjudgemental and non-directive. I use both Eastern and Western techniques. I work with thoughts, emotions, body sensations and the breath. I also use yoga, I am a yoga teacher (E-RYT500).I work with being in the present moment. I use mindfulness: being in the present moment, awareness, acceptance, compassion, body scans and meditation (Vipassana). I use Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), meditation and yoga to treat depression, anxiety, trauma and chronic pain. I am not accepting new clients.
Aloha, I am a QTBIPOC Therapist. My therapeutic approach is empathic, nonjudgemental and non-directive. I use both Eastern and Western techniques. I work with thoughts, emotions, body sensations and the breath. I also use yoga, I am a yoga teacher (E-RYT500).I work with being in the present moment. I use mindfulness: being in the present moment, awareness, acceptance, compassion, body scans and meditation (Vipassana). I use Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), meditation and yoga to treat depression, anxiety, trauma and chronic pain. I am not accepting new clients.
Madeline Rae Nadis Schwartz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSWA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98125 (Online Only)
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
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
Therapy works best when it is tailored to your needs. My job is to provide a safe and welcoming place for you to show up just as you are, to feel heard and supported, and to work through the issues that are causing distress. Sometimes we know why we are feeling what we are feeling and sometimes we don’t—both are great places to start therapy. Together we can explore what is happening in your life and find solutions that best suit you. I enjoy working with teens and adults on a wide range of issues and most recently spent time working with adolescents as a school-based therapist in middle school and high school.
Therapy works best when it is tailored to your needs. My job is to provide a safe and welcoming place for you to show up just as you are, to feel heard and supported, and to work through the issues that are causing distress. Sometimes we know why we are feeling what we are feeling and sometimes we don’t—both are great places to start therapy. Together we can explore what is happening in your life and find solutions that best suit you. I enjoy working with teens and adults on a wide range of issues and most recently spent time working with adolescents as a school-based therapist in middle school and high school.
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