Therapists in Spokane, WA

As a Board Certified Clinical Mental Health Counselor, I am passionate about helping individuals of all ages battle anxiety. Stressful experiences can trigger anxiety and unmanaged anxiety may escalate to panic attacks. “Am I having a heart attack?” or “Am I about to die?”, are common questions when overrun with anxiety. This is your body responding to elevated fear and stress. Together we will identify tools that is unique to you overcoming the debilitating effects of anxiety. You have found someone who will listen, educate, and encourage you in your journey. Change is possible and there is hope.

Dealing with today’s stressors and struggles can seem to be overwhelming and insurmountable. Whether it is past trauma or current difficulty dealing with life’s problems I can help you negotiate these difficulties. I take a very non-judgmental and empathic stance to help you feel comfortable and calm while you move forward with therapy. I will create the safe space you need to bring forth your issues and worries in a very honest and forthright manner. At the same time I will honor and respect your life experiences and treat you with dignity, compassion and understanding.

If you are a parent or caregiver who is having a difficult time finding support for your children or teens during this time, I want you to know I am here to help. I provide a warm and caring relationship where children and families can express themselves, grow independently, adjust to life's difficult circumstances and find a way to navigate relationships both in and out of the family. I specialize in trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy, EMDR, and ego state therapy in my practice but am experienced in a variety of therapies and want to ensure children and their families feel supported in whatever therapy model is chosen.

I believe that healing can happen through the process of empathic and supportive counseling. I work with mood issues, personality disorders, grief, substance use and more. I utilize a culturally sensitive and holistic psychodynamic style of therapy. This approach encourages development in all areas of life, and pays special attention to unconscious factors, childhood upbringing, trauma, and cultural identity (race, religion, sexuality, gender, disability, etc). I am currently accepting clients for group therapy, that will combine the sport/art of crew rowing with group talk therapy. This is a powerful way of feeling connection.

Are you navigating life transitions and seeking someone to walk alongside you? Are you experiencing loss or grief that's challenging to cope with? Does anxiety or depression prevent you from living life to the fullest, acting as barriers to your true self? For parents, are your children struggling with emotion regulation or coping with changes in today’s world?

Have you had difficulties connecting with a therapist before? It can feel overwhelming starting your therapy journey, and I am here to help you heal as you are ready. I have experience working as a trauma therapist and a clinical supervisor, and my focus area includes working with those affected by PTSD, human trafficking, sexual abuse, physical abuse, and emotional abuse. I have practiced through counseling centers, a human trafficking safe house, and human trafficking task force. I also provide services to children and adolescents experiencing behavioral struggles, school issues, self-harm/suicidal ideation, and other concerns.

I am in this line of work because I firmly believe in the incredible strength of the human spirit and our ability to create desired change. My M.A. in Marriage and Family Therapy afforded an elevated perspective of the human condition through the lens of larger influential systems. This framework shifted psychotherapy away from exclusively looking at the individual to looking at the family and other significant relationships to understand the context of a client's struggle as well as their potential for healing.

At times the challenges life puts before us can become overwhelming. I believe that by working together we can overcome these challenges. I have had over 25 years experience working with children, adolescents, young adults and families. I have focused on depression, anxiety, grief/loss, obsessive compulsive disorders, stress management, PTSD and a variety of other behavioral and emotional issues. In my practice I utilize a variety of modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. In addition I am a Certified Anxiety Specialist.

Since I was young mental health was always a topic in my home, so becoming a 3rd generation therapist was not surprising to those around me. When I realized prioritizing self-care, setting boundaries, & naming feelings were not normal dinner table topics, I wanted to change that. I am passionate about destigmatizing mental health and making tools more accessible. My goal is to empower my clients to use their innate gifts and strengths to conquer anything that comes their way. Taking the first step is brave, but continuing to show up and work towards your goals is courageous.

Our team of Mental Health Counselors, Marriage Family Therapists and Clinical Social Workers offer a sincere welcome. We know it takes courage to step out of our comfort zones and embrace change. It is our desire to help those who are struggling to find the kind of life they long for. While trauma may not be something you are seeking direct services for, you can have the peace of knowing that all our staff are skilled in addressing trauma should it be or become a factor in treatment. Whether you are battling stress, anxiety, depression, or trying to find calm in the aftermath of trauma; we believe that peace and joy are possible.

Do You Want the Pain to Stop? From time to time, life gives us difficult issues. Having someone who will listen, and who has the ability to offer useful guidance, can be helpful. We work together to end your turmoil and pain in as brief amount of time as possible. Gaining new insights and skills can help resolve tough issues, even long-standing ones. - Please Share Your Story With Me - The issues in our lives that cause us emotional pain or that we struggle with fall into some general categories.

"Given that you are reading this, you may be experiencing stress and feeling anxious. As you take this courageous step toward solving a problem, know that working with a therapist can be collaborative, creative, and deeply meaningful. It can help with acute problems or long-standing struggles. I am now offering Saturday sessions. Please call or text my cell (503) 910-6571 for appointments or questions. I look forward to hearing from you. Good thoughts, Teresa

It is not that things are difficult that we do not dare, it is because we do not dare that they are difficult -Seneca. If you have the desire to change your life for the better, then I would like to work with you to achieve it. The journey to recovery is not easy, but easier with help. I hope to build trust and resilience in the people I work with so that they can reach their full potential in life. No matter where you are at the moment, with persistence, commitment and patience, anything is possible.

Some Openings via telehealth and in person, depending on flexibility with scheduling. At Life's Learning, we understand that life can be beautiful and hard both at once. Whether it is relationship challenges, feeling anxious or depressed, experiencing loss/transition or adjusting to something tough that is happening, we are here to support you to find hope and healing. We are a team of caring clinicians, who serve individuals and couples of various ages, with a warm welcome and compassion for the challenges life can bring. We currently have openings, depending on your counseling, billing, office or telehealth & scheduling needs.

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.

If you are feeling overwhelmed, looking for ideas or just need someone to listen I can help. I have experience working with and supporting people dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and attachment issues. I work to understand your point of view and help you find the path to get to where you want to be. Allow me to share your burden so that you can achieve peace.

People achieve the most evolution when they feel seen, valued, and heard. This is what I strive to accomplish. My most important work is supporting others in elevating and reaching their full potential. One of my favorite things is seeing people succeed! I love witnessing people gain confidence in themselves, heal from their pain, replace unhelpful thinking patterns, and work toward their personal goals. I strongly believe that all people are capable of growth and change, no matter where they came from, or what they have been through.

Being a person is hard work; our lives are complex and navigating the world is challenging even in the best of circumstances. What we all long for, a sense of wellness, is not just the absence of affliction, it is the presence of vitality. Each of us has the capacity for this vitality, where we live fully and whole-heartedly. Clients who find my services most helpful tend to be those who are looking for a new way of living, who seek a deeper understanding of their feelings, their relationships, and their life.

At Divine Direction, we believe in the inherent worth and potential of every individual. Our mission is to provide holistic and personalized therapy services that empower our clients to navigate life’s challenges with resilience and confidence. Guided by faith and driven by a commitment to serve, our team at Divine Direction offers a safe, supportive and non-judgmental environment. Whether you’re facing difficulties in relationships, coping with mental health concerns, or seeking guidance on your life’s path, we are here to walk alongside you every step of the way.