Premera Blue Cross Therapists in Shoreline, WA

Are you watching porn when you’ve tried to stop? Are you sexually “on” too much or all the time? Pursuing sexual encounters even when it violates your vows or values or it’s getting in the way of your work or other goals? These are sensitive issues and require a safe person to confide in but, if you can relate to this and your contemplating a change - call me - I can help. I’m a CSAT, Certified Sexual Addictions Therapist and I‘ve helped numerous men find their way back to peace with themselves and frequently reconciled relationships.

We all know that life is full of messiness, but what if we didn’t have to hold it together. What if we didn’t show a version of ourselves or wear a facade. And what if we could be really honest about our experiences, thoughts, and feelings. Sometimes it’s hard to find places to allow our chaos, confusion and pain to come out of hiding and be seen. My hope is that you find comfort and safety to allow the mess to show up. I believe therapy offers us the invitation to do something different — to choose a new way. It can be an uncomfortable and powerful offer to be seen, known and heard for who you really are.

**Currently not accepting new clients.** Since 2012, I have years of experience in working with people struggling with mood and life circumstances. In this safe environment, it is crucial for me to see the world through your eyes and find the hidden possibilities. I have extensive clinical experiences working with adults managing depression, anxiety, emotional regulation, acute stress in life, acculturation difficulties, relationship issues, and communication disconnection.

What if therapy was helpful AND FUN!?! I enjoy working with people from diverse backgrounds, with multi layered problems. Too often, mental health professionals shy away from certain diagnoses and concerns. However, I believe in de stigmatizing all mental health concerns and hope to help people with concerns ranging from depression and anxiety to personality disorders and mood disorders. The more complicated and confusing your feelings are, the more I want to help you grow and reach for your goals.

I invite you to begin working towards a more fulfilling future. I take my time, work at a pace that you find comfortable, and maintain an open and collaborative environment, with an emphasis on shared trust. Using multiple modalities, including hypnotherapy and EMDR, I am competent to treat most issues. I have over 20 years of experience in the field and love my job! Taking the leap into therapy is an exceptional gift that you deserve!

It takes courage to reach out for support during times of struggle and hardship. I provide a safe and nonjudgmental environment where clients can build self-awareness, a feeling of wellbeing and confidence, and coping skills to face life transitions and obstacles. I draw from a variety of therapeutic modalities from experiential therapies (play, art, and sand tray) with young clients, to cognitive behavioral, solution focused, and narrative therapy for older clients. I believe in tailoring a therapeutic approach that is specific to the individual needs of each client.

Beginning therapy takes a great deal of strength and commitment. My goal as your therapist is to support your journey towards wellness. I enjoy working with clients who are navigating symptoms of anxiety and depression, trauma recovery, and healthy boundary setting to encourage a positive relationship with yourself and others. Together we will establish a safe and professional therapeutic partnership, explore your unique identity and goals, and develop skills that are helpful in daily life. I value authenticity, collaboration and humor in therapeutic partnerships and believe in the power of connection to promote desired change.

People seek help for many reasons such as depressed mood, chronic loneliness, dread and isolation, stormy relationships, and loss. I strongly believe that an under-the-surface approach most effectively alleviates suffering, promotes growth, healing and self-understanding. Parents may bring their child for treatment because of disruptions in the home or school. Through play therapy (and supporting the parents) the behaviors and symptoms can be understood and worked with, leading to change and ultimately, a return to the normal developmental path.

For over a decade, I’ve worked in oncology supporting patients and their caregivers throughout their cancer treatment and bearing witness to some of the most challenging moments of their lives. In addition to offering support around illness and grief and loss, I support adults coping with anxiety and depression, navigating planned or complicated life transitions such as parenting or retirement, managing workplace stress and identity challenges, and supporting healthy interpersonal and intrapersonal relationships.

Change happens! Maybe your life changed in a single event or slowly over time. It could be a loss of a person, a job, your health, or just the way things were. Sometimes the script of what you thought your world was about has flipped or no longer fits your new situation. We are in difficult times; our once reliable ways of coping and caring for ourselves may not work as well today. Even if you feel unsure of what’s possible, I can support you in finding new tools and revising your story to better fit your present needs and values. Let’s work together to discover what works best for you so you can get back to living your life.

I know life is complicated and you would not be seeking therapy if you were not in one of those complicated moments in life, whether it be about a relationship with your spouse, your child or simply with yourself. My goal is to help you find a way to navigate those muddy waters and to make life not quite so rocky. I personally have a passion for parents and kids. I have worked in the field of child welfare and adoption and have seen the impact trauma has on the young and the old. I recognize how early childhood trauma impacts an individual throughout their life and impacts all relationships.

I work with individuals and couples seeking to connect: to themselves, to their bodies, to others, or to a sense of meaning. Many clients initially feel stuck in their lives, or misunderstood by the world, or (sort of) ready to face the trauma that seems to define them. I love working with a variety of adults, but I specialize in treating highly analytical/logical people, highly sensitive people, neurodiverse clients, religious trauma, and body acceptance issues.

Things don’t have to feel this way forever. I work with adults who struggle with feelings of depression and anxiety, and who feel lost in life. Life is challenging, and those challenges often become part of who we are, following us and continuing to haunt us long after they have passed. These things can feel so intertwined with who we are that it feels impossible to see the world without them. Let's work together to find new ways of meeting your goals and exploring your life.

9.2024 - Accepting direct-pay clients. Are you here because you feel overwhelmed, stressed, sad, or overly anxious? Perhaps you have experienced a major change in your life that makes the day-to-day harder than it ever was before. My gentle approach can assist with issues of depression, stress, and anxiety as a compassionate, non-judgmental, and trauma-informed psychodynamically oriented therapist, helping you bring back joy into your relationships and your life. Our work together will guide you through challenges and obstacles to find greater well-being and satisfaction in your life.

First, thank you for being here. I want to acknowledge that you have taken the first step to begin your journey into therapy. That in and of itself is significant because starting therapy can bring up a lot of emotions, and I recognize the strength it takes to reach out. No matter what brings you here, my door is open. Together we will work to treat the symptoms you are experiencing in the here and now, and also work alongside one another to explore what is causing them, fostering holistic healing and growth. My goal is to empower you to transform your experiences into resilience and emotional well-being.

Are you looking for a non-judgmental environment where you can feel seen, heard, and empowered to make positive changes? If so, I invite you to reach out. My mission is to help clients transform their lives by equipping them with practical tools and a belief in their own capacity for change. I work with clients to explore past patterns, address current concerns, and cultivate a healthier mindset.

Hello! I’m happy you’re here- whether you’re new to therapy or a seasoned therapy go-er. A little on how I work with clients: I like to listen deeply- not just to what is said, but also to what might be behind the words. Feelings can be so deep, complicated, and layered sometimes- so I like to take the time to make sure I am understanding the unique stories and experiences my clients are bringing. I may ask you if what I reflect back resonates, or if there's more you'd like to expand on.

Are you struggling with navigating feelings of anxiety, depression, suicidality, substance abuse, attachment trauma, or self-harm? I am passionate about supporting people of all ages to heal from difficult or traumatic past experiences as well as supporting clients navigating life’s unpredictable challenges. I enjoy working with helping clients navigate emotional regulation, and becoming more self-aware and empowered.

Are you navigating life with ADHD, perhaps diagnosed as an adult? Feeling stuck in romantic relationships, that you’re in or want to be in? Exploring parts of your identity that are difficult to name? If any of these sound like you, we could be a great fit! I am a queer, neurodivergent mental health counselor who specializes in all things identity, intimacy, and relationships.