Parenting Therapists in Spokane Valley, WA

Do you want to be happier? Does your life feel unbalanced? I can help you with a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, grief and loss, relationship issues, and trauma. Together, we can work to identify the issues that are holding you back, work through them, and help you to start leading a happier, healthier life. During your therapy, I will use cognitive behavioral therapy, EMDR, and other approaches tailored to meet your needs.

I am client centered, caring and feel a commitment towards the my client's well being and their personal goals in counseling. I have a diverse training background that includes behavioral health, addiction, sandtray, and relationship/marriage training. While I have a eclectic background, I tend to use a cognitive-behavioral approach, stress management, including relaxation/guided imagery, and supportive therapy. My clients tell me they feel cared about. I am down to earth and calm. I aim for results and enjoy working with clients who are depressed, have relationship issues/adustment/loss, anxiety/OCD,and chronic pain/medical issues.

You deserve to live a full enriching life. Here you have the opportunity to be heard in a safe confidential setting. Here you can gain confidence, effectiveness and self expression in relationships and area's of life important to you, Don't let anxiety, depression or the past stop you. I enjoy and appreciate working with Individuals, Couples and Families on their journey. I invite you to try a FREE TELEPHONE CONSULTATION.

When you can get to the root of the problem(s) and know better, you will feel better! I have a holistic approach to therapy, trained in working with people who have depression, anxiety and trauma - especially as it relates to issues from childhood. I am open to working with those 18+. I use the science of the brain, its impact on emotions and behavior, as well as cognitive behavioral and EMDR as primary modalities in my practice. I am also a current student in Somatic Experiencing through the Somatic Experiencing Institute.

When the body holds the physical symptoms of chronic stress and traumatic stress, life can become overwhelming, relationships difficult, and feeling comfortable in your own shoes may become uncertain. You need help to see the path forward and the skills to control and calm yourself in those high-stress moments that come out of nowhere. You want to feel in control of yourself and you want to respond to others in a way that you feel good about, remembering without regret, and feeling strong enough to build the connections you value.

Accepting New Clients! Reframing the way you think can be a life long process. My goal is help you change the way you look at yourself, life, goals, and even counseling. I take a more down to earth approach, and do my best to help relate therapeutic subject matter to a topic you can understand. I work to build a therapeutic alliance with you in order to meet your mental health needs and give you the tools necessary to improve your life. My areas of clinical focus are depression, anxiety, grief, life transitions (new job, or school transitions) and interpersonal communication between family, coworkers, and/or friends.

Accepting clients for our clinic only - These days, it can feel like life is moving too fast for us to keep up. This is made all the more challenging when we struggle with such things as unhealthy relationships, intense negative feelings, poor self-image, or trauma. You may worry that getting help means enduring an uncomfortable process that may not result in any notable change. I believe that therapy does not have to be painful to be successful. That it can be infused with moments of laughter and insight. It is about determining why we are stuck as well as figuring out how to create and maintain practical positive changes.

I believe that every family has their own unique story. Many times, the families we work with see the stories of their lives as destructive or not beneficial for their goals. By deconstructing the problem to find the dominant narrative, we can begin to broaden the view of the story to reveal unique outcomes. We will then create goals to increase the frequency of those outcomes; making them to be not so unique but benefiting factors in your life.

I love to assist my clients during a time of transition particular adolescents and young adults. I also love working with parents and their children. I have 5 years in crisis mental health of all ages. I have also worked in the medical and school social work field. I particularly work with adolescents and young adults with depression, anxiety, ADHD, behavioral concerns and onset of severe mental illness. I also enjoy working with those with bipolar disorder, mood dysregulation, personality disorders and suicide ideation.

I enjoy working with clients who are experiencing difficult life transitions, adoption, sexual trauma, mood and anxiety disorders, and those who aren't quite sure what category they would fall into. Once you walk into the room it is up to the therapist & the client to figure out how the therapist can facilitate personal life growth.In session we will learn to Express ourselves through art, nature, our bodies and minds. We may take a walk, create something abstract or sit and talk; the therapy adventure is yours and I am simply a therapist to guide you towards stability, growth and your highest potential.

Sometimes the life we want and the life we have are not the same. With proper support, however, there is a way to integrate reality with your hopes and goals. If you have had difficulties in your relationships, career, or daily life, I want to help you navigate a path toward integration and wholeness. I believe that with compassionate support and a curious look into one's thoughts, behaviors, feelings, and motivation, everyone is capable of change. My experience includes (but is not limited to) working with children, youth and adults who have experienced anxiety, depression, family conflict and life transitions.

I have a deep respect for human life and interest in empowering you to face and transcend your pains and sorrows. My primary objective is to provide a safe environment for you to engage authentically so that you may face your life in all reality. It is my firm belief that the therapeutic relationship is the most important change agent and I offer to partner in your personal quest. As such, I employ cognitive-behavioral interventions, utilize motivational interviewing techniques and provide psychoeducation in order to enable you to gain the insight and awareness necessary to transcend in to greater maturity, wisdom and freedom.

Change is inevitable and life is unpredictable- two guaranteed discomforts in life. Whether caused by unexpected and unforeseen circumstances or recurring throughout your life, such great discomfort can be trying on anyone’s well-being. Hardships and traumas do not discriminate and can affect all humans, causing us distress within our emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual parts. I believe therapy is a place to heal our wounds; to learn how to cope with life stressors and find ways to self-soothe; and to have a non-judgmental space held by someone who can provide safety and security. You do not have to do this alone.

I understand entering psychotherapy is an important decision and may stir up many feelings. Working through them can be a transformative process that has the potential for healing and growth. Psychotherapy provides you with a confidential forum to explore your life, solve problems and receive relief from emotional distress. The essence of psychotherapy resides in the relationship that is created as we talk together about your concerns. Psychotherapy works because talking together about your life, from a therapeutic stance, creates a healing bond. As this bond develops and deepens, you will be able to more clearly understand your emotional blueprint.

Counseling is an investment in YOU and the people in your life who matter most. I work with individuals, couples, & families. I know that a person’s wellbeing and growth is influenced by their family systems and closest relationships. Attachment Based therapy serves as a scientific and theoretical foundation from which I am grounded.

When we feel disconnected and overwhelmed, life can leave us feeling broken, damaged, and disconnected from our true selves. You may be fed up with feeling triggered in everyday situations, isolated from friends who can’t understand, or guilty over what happened to you. You may not even remember a time you didn’t feel like this. Either way, one thing is for sure: you’re ready for some relief. You’re ready to enjoy deep relationships without your past getting in the way. You’re ready to wake up each morning with purpose. Most of all, you’re prepared to love yourself again & to face your future with a sense of hope.

Maybe you've been hearing about stepping into "main-character energy" or becoming the hero/heroine of your own story. A voice nags, quietly but persistently, that life is passing you by or reminds you that you really "should" do that thing you've been meaning to do. You long to be in alignment with your core values and feel proud of the person your unique life's journey has shaped you into. Perhaps you'd simply like to be able to identify what your dream life looks like. Maybe the idea of becoming more attached to your growth than your suffering intrigues you, you're just not sure how one makes that shift. What's an author to do?

My ideal client is someone who knows they need or want help with their issue(s) or goal(s). They will be motivated to engage in counseling to improve and overcome their issue(s) and meet their goal(s).

As a mental health therapist with a focus on children and adolescents, my specialty lies in providing targeted support for individuals who are neurodiverse, including those who are autistic and have ADHD. I bring a neurodiverse affirming, strengths-based, individualized approach to my practice, tailoring evidence-based interventions to address each client's unique challenges and strengths. I am committed to creating a safe and understanding therapeutic space, fostering collaboration with both the neurodiverse individual and their family to promote holistic well-being and personal growth.