Therapists in Spokane, WA

Are you feeling inadequate or perhaps suffering from feeling overwhelmed and overburdened? This is the time to take charge of your life and work towards being the best version of yourself. You owe it to yourself to live your best life without monumental sacrifices by utilizing the skills that you already possess to enhance your well-being as well as explore other potential strengths to propel you towards your goals. Treatment plans are not a one size fit all but are formulated in a collaborative manner, your input matters. If you have any questions, please email or call.

I have a Master's degree from Pacific Lutheran University in Marriage and Family Therapy, and have been in practice for over 25 years. I am a Washington State designated as a Child Mental Health Specialist and a Registered Circle of Security Parent Educator. Over my years in practice, I have worked with families, couples, adolescents, and individuals. The goal of therapy is to help you understand yourself and others within a relationship. My goal is to help you see your behavior patterns at a processing level, so you may disrupt these patterns for new, healthy behaviors. For example, ending chronic people-pleasing habits.

Whether you’ve been to counseling before or this is your first time reaching out growth is about being curious…and here you are…being curious. You’re one step closer to being where you want to be.

I want to help persons that are ready to do the work to heal from their history of hurt and pain.

Are you looking for a therapist that thinks outside of the box? Are you struggling in an area of life? I combine art and other creative therapies with talk therapy to enhance the therapeutic process. My expertise lies in working with trauma, creative blocks, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, stress resilience and life transitions. My passion is helping others discover the depths of their strength and resiliency. My love for people, creativity and nature greatly influence my approach to counseling.

I partner with individuals and families in their healing process to uncover true potential and discover a life worth celebrating. While we cannot change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. I view people as experts in their own lives and am honored to walk with those seeking help through paths of trauma, grief, discovery, healing and restoration.

I am a Certified Attachment Focused Therapist with 25 years of experience working with individuals who's lives have have been touched by foster care and adoption. I specialize in the treatment of attachment issues/disorders, trauma, and pre/post adoption issues for children, adults and all members of the adoption triad, using a variety of evidence based and promising practice techniques including EMDR, Attachment/Trauma Focused Therapy, Theraplay (R), IFS and other relevant therapeutic modalities. I work collaboratively with my clients to assure a safe space to be seen and heard on the path toward healing hearts and minds.

As a therapist, I am committed to individual and collective healing, operating from the belief that people change in the presence of other people. This is what makes the therapeutic experience so transformative – the relational work of therapy provides a new context where, together with a safe other, you can seek to understand and unlearn old patterns that no longer serve you, while learning to navigate through your inner and outer world with more courage and comfort. I work to create shared experiences based in curiosity and safety, speaking to the parts of you and your story that may feel stuck or alone.

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.

It can be so difficult to open up to new people and build the trust needed for therapy. My focus is on creating a calming, safe environment that will support you in developing new skills and meeting your goals. In my experience, a healthy, working relationship has been key to creating an opportunity for my clients to improve their mental health. I specialize in providing therapy to children, but also have experience working with adolescents and young adults.

Our patient's want freedom. They want to reclaim their dignity and restore life balance. Our staff are proficient in a variety of different approaches such as CBT, Affirmative Therapy, DBT, and EMDR. Our areas of practice including substance use disorders, co-occurring disorders, major depressive disorder, trauma, anxiety and panic disorders, bipolar type 1 and 2, couples, PTSD, children, teens, and many LGBTQ related needs. We also proudly offer medication management for our community members.

You never imagined yourself in this position, and it is difficult to know where to turn and who can help. Trauma, addiction, divorce, blended family, and relationship dynamics impact everyone differently. You may be experiencing feeling overwhelmed and emotionally exhausted, questioning yourself, and losing direction. Together, we’ll focus on your overall well-being, not just the problems you bring to the table. Your experience and needs are unique, and your treatment should be individualized just for you.

Therapy is a place where you can come as you are, process life's challenges, relationship struggles, seasons of doubt, feeling stuck or sad, anger, or maybe even ambivalence. In this space we can walk together through past trauma, areas of hurt or betrayal, and life transitions to pursue healing, restoration, and authenticity. Together we can notice attachment wounds and past events that may be continuing to shape your narrative and work toward interpersonal, inner growth and acceptance. Healing takes work and having support as you wade through those deep waters allows us to face fear and pain with bravery and create resilience.

Welcome! Finding a therapist that is a good match can be a struggle. I have experience in treating a wide range of symptoms from anxiety to trauma. The therapy models that I use most commonly are attachment based. I believe that no matter what you have experienced in life, you are able to be your own change agent in your life. I currently see clients on telehealth from Texas, Montana, Florida and Washington State.

With over a decade of experience in various mental health roles, I’m here to offer you counseling in a relaxed, client-centered environment where your comfort is priority, and you control the pace of our sessions. Life often presents the challenge of balancing who we are, who we want to be, and who others expect us to become. I want to get to know you on a level that allows us to work together to achieve the balance that works for you. I enjoy having an opportunity to be a part of my clients’ lives when they find a new sense of empowerment, identity, or confidence.

With unconditional acceptance and positive regard, I welcome my clients into a judgement-free and safe space. Whether you're dealing with anger, anxiety, a death, depression, discrimination, life stressors, parenting challenges, relationship problems, or trauma, hope and healing is possible and within reach.

I am a Korean transracial adoptee raised in the Pacific Northwest, grateful to be living on the traditional land of the Duwamish people. Passionate about holistic emotional and spiritual healing, I create client-led, safe spaces for your healing journey. Believing in the power of understanding our stories, embracing our strengths, self-love, and ancestral gifts, I integrate CBT and EMDR (trained in both) into my practice. I offer free 15-minute consultations and resource consultations for adoptees.

Accepting new individual and family clients! Therapy can be a challenging and fulfilling experience that caters to each person’s needs. Knowing that there may be a variety of influences and obstacles you are navigating, it is my hope and aspiration to collaborate with you. I intend to provide a brave space that fosters a supportive and welcoming environment for you to share experiences, thoughts, and emotions. Leading with empathy, affirmation, and earnest listening are my goals when working with clients. My hope is you walk away feeling understood and encouraged.

When you become aware of yourself feeling anxious, depressed, or alone - you may wonder to yourself, how can I change or is change even possible for me? I believe that change happens within the context of being in connection with others; a felt sense of safety being the key component to be your most authentic self. I see clients who are wanting to grow in curiosity of their story, expand their awareness of themselves in and out of relationships, explore learning how to sit with unprocessed emotions, and build skills to be present with self and others.