Female Therapists in Central, Tacoma, WA
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Ariel Kofoed
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, MHP
Verified Verified
Central, Tacoma, WA 98405 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I work with people from all walks of life who are going through challenging times, feeling like there is no light at the end of the tunnel, or hoping to make a significant change in life. If you feel as though you have waited long enough and it's time to improve the quality of your life, I am eager to receive your call and start this process.
I work with people from all walks of life who are going through challenging times, feeling like there is no light at the end of the tunnel, or hoping to make a significant change in life. If you feel as though you have waited long enough and it's time to improve the quality of your life, I am eager to receive your call and start this process.
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People who seek me out tend to feel stuck, blocked and very ready to have something different in life. Vitality and joy have been sucked out of you with anxiety and sadness remaining. It really sucks feeling this way and everyday is on repeat. No one wants to be around you, you don't even want to be around yourself. Either you are fading into your surroundings and have no voice to exclaim your existence or your irritable, angry energy pushes people away. Talking to someone will likely help you - however, changing thoughts, feelings and behaviors will make the difference. Action is required to regain happiness and wholeness.
People who seek me out tend to feel stuck, blocked and very ready to have something different in life. Vitality and joy have been sucked out of you with anxiety and sadness remaining. It really sucks feeling this way and everyday is on repeat. No one wants to be around you, you don't even want to be around yourself. Either you are fading into your surroundings and have no voice to exclaim your existence or your irritable, angry energy pushes people away. Talking to someone will likely help you - however, changing thoughts, feelings and behaviors will make the difference. Action is required to regain happiness and wholeness.
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A strong belief in prevention and early intervention of adverse childhood experiences inspires my work with children, parents, and families. Adverse childhood experiences can have lasting impact and influence our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors in the present. A strong component of my clinical practice is finding and building resiliency in the presence of adverse childhood experiences.
A strong belief in prevention and early intervention of adverse childhood experiences inspires my work with children, parents, and families. Adverse childhood experiences can have lasting impact and influence our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors in the present. A strong component of my clinical practice is finding and building resiliency in the presence of adverse childhood experiences.
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Jennifer R Trefonas
Counselor, MS, LMHC, MHP
Verified Verified
Central, Tacoma, WA 98405
Waitlist for new clients
Hello, I am Jennifer R. Trefonas, MS, LMHC, MHP. I was initially licensed in FL in 1992, moved to WA 2002; licensed WA 2001. I ENJOY assisting INDIVIDUALS, FAMILIES, COUPLES, & CHILDREN in overcoming obstacles. I AM ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. Contact me for HELP with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, addiction issues, bullying, grief, feeling shamed, taken advantage of, abuse of any kind, trouble at work, getting along with others, HOW TO BE HAPPY and POSITIVE, hypnosis, and most anything! I'm NOT PARANOID, but that is funny,,,:)
Hello, I am Jennifer R. Trefonas, MS, LMHC, MHP. I was initially licensed in FL in 1992, moved to WA 2002; licensed WA 2001. I ENJOY assisting INDIVIDUALS, FAMILIES, COUPLES, & CHILDREN in overcoming obstacles. I AM ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. Contact me for HELP with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, addiction issues, bullying, grief, feeling shamed, taken advantage of, abuse of any kind, trouble at work, getting along with others, HOW TO BE HAPPY and POSITIVE, hypnosis, and most anything! I'm NOT PARANOID, but that is funny,,,:)
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To quote Mariah Carey, “Love takes time.” I am a relational therapist, which means our working relationship and your relationships with others are incredibly important to me. Building relationships takes time and trust. Perhaps you have some life experiences that cause you to distrust others and maybe even distrust yourself. Maybe you're feeling anxious or depressed. I want to work with you to heal old hurts, understand current experiences, and help you learn to live and love fully. Reliving the past can be painful, but there is knowledge to gain from it. And maybe, in time, more love for yourself.
To quote Mariah Carey, “Love takes time.” I am a relational therapist, which means our working relationship and your relationships with others are incredibly important to me. Building relationships takes time and trust. Perhaps you have some life experiences that cause you to distrust others and maybe even distrust yourself. Maybe you're feeling anxious or depressed. I want to work with you to heal old hurts, understand current experiences, and help you learn to live and love fully. Reliving the past can be painful, but there is knowledge to gain from it. And maybe, in time, more love for yourself.
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Anne Mauro
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, DHS, CST, CSE, CST-S
Verified Verified
47 Endorsed
Central, Tacoma, WA 98405 (Online Only)
Are you frustrated with your sexual relationship(s)? Are you struggling with breakdowns in communication around sex? Are you feeling distance from your partner(s) and feel the loneliness creeping in? People normally see me when they need support in the "bedroom". If intimacy is a concern, seeking assistance through sex therapy can be a transformative journey. Sex therapy can help you move past barriers and teach you new skills that will enhance your relationship and improve sex life. Together, we can process concerns and work towards creating realistic and sustainable change. My clients include adult individuals and relationships.
Are you frustrated with your sexual relationship(s)? Are you struggling with breakdowns in communication around sex? Are you feeling distance from your partner(s) and feel the loneliness creeping in? People normally see me when they need support in the "bedroom". If intimacy is a concern, seeking assistance through sex therapy can be a transformative journey. Sex therapy can help you move past barriers and teach you new skills that will enhance your relationship and improve sex life. Together, we can process concerns and work towards creating realistic and sustainable change. My clients include adult individuals and relationships.
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Candace Cooper
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, DCSW
Verified Verified
Central, Tacoma, WA 98405
Life challenges today can be difficult to face alone and you may find the extra help you need by talking with me. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over fifteen (15) years of counseling experience. What brings someone to see me can be prompted by a personal issue or a family crisis that has been stressful. People also have seen me for life-long problems they have been struggling with. I will meet you where you are and introduce important tools for you to use in resolving whatever you may be dealing with. Remember, there is hope for your situation.
Life challenges today can be difficult to face alone and you may find the extra help you need by talking with me. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over fifteen (15) years of counseling experience. What brings someone to see me can be prompted by a personal issue or a family crisis that has been stressful. People also have seen me for life-long problems they have been struggling with. I will meet you where you are and introduce important tools for you to use in resolving whatever you may be dealing with. Remember, there is hope for your situation.
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Attachment and trauma are my specialties. I work with clients that are struggling in their relationships (family, friends, romantic, etc.) and/or struggling with past or recent truama. I aim at helping client's explore their life's journey and see how the past is currently influencing the present. When growing up, we all needed to feel seen, soothed, safe, and secure by are caregivers, but many of our caregivers/parents, being human, fell short of their capacity to do so. I work with clients to help them see how their own family dynamics while growing up has influenced what they experience in the present day.
Attachment and trauma are my specialties. I work with clients that are struggling in their relationships (family, friends, romantic, etc.) and/or struggling with past or recent truama. I aim at helping client's explore their life's journey and see how the past is currently influencing the present. When growing up, we all needed to feel seen, soothed, safe, and secure by are caregivers, but many of our caregivers/parents, being human, fell short of their capacity to do so. I work with clients to help them see how their own family dynamics while growing up has influenced what they experience in the present day.
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Baxter Consultants LLC
Counselor, LMHC, CDP
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Central, Tacoma, WA 98405
Not accepting new clients
Baxter Consultants is a family-centered practice designed to cultivate and enhance well-being. Our primary focus is restoration of mind, body and soul. Our practice recognizes the strengths of family relationships and builds on these strengths to achieve optimal outcomes. Our Consultants specialize in working with Military Families and Veterans. We are a group of Christian Counselors practicing within the psychological-emotional and spiritual dimensions. We provide family, couple, individual, and mental health counseling; life-skills training, professional development, and readjustment counseling.
Baxter Consultants is a family-centered practice designed to cultivate and enhance well-being. Our primary focus is restoration of mind, body and soul. Our practice recognizes the strengths of family relationships and builds on these strengths to achieve optimal outcomes. Our Consultants specialize in working with Military Families and Veterans. We are a group of Christian Counselors practicing within the psychological-emotional and spiritual dimensions. We provide family, couple, individual, and mental health counseling; life-skills training, professional development, and readjustment counseling.
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Sandy Logan
Mental Health Counselor, MA, LMHC, MHP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Central, Tacoma, WA 98405 (Online Only)
It is my passion to share in the process of another's life journey, and I consider it a great honor to be present for the healing and growth that therapy can bring. I work with individuals and couples on myriad issues, ranging from anxiety, depression, self-esteem, trauma, and relationship difficulties, to working toward personal growth, self-exploration, and healthy relationship development. I am particularly interested in helping women find their voices and personal power, and encouraging them to live more satisfying, empowered lives.
It is my passion to share in the process of another's life journey, and I consider it a great honor to be present for the healing and growth that therapy can bring. I work with individuals and couples on myriad issues, ranging from anxiety, depression, self-esteem, trauma, and relationship difficulties, to working toward personal growth, self-exploration, and healthy relationship development. I am particularly interested in helping women find their voices and personal power, and encouraging them to live more satisfying, empowered lives.
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Individuals seek therapy to make life changes, try new behaviors, and learn to heal/grow. Often, this is precipitated by a crisis demanding such growth. I encourage clients to gather and bolster personal resources in order to address problems they are struggling with and create new ways of thinking/believing. Our work will focus on the presenting issue, previous coping attempts, related emotions, and possible alternatives. Effective therapy may include unresolved family-of-origin issues, the building of interpersonal skills, and/or the resolution of unhealthy views of self or others and unprocessed trauma.
Individuals seek therapy to make life changes, try new behaviors, and learn to heal/grow. Often, this is precipitated by a crisis demanding such growth. I encourage clients to gather and bolster personal resources in order to address problems they are struggling with and create new ways of thinking/believing. Our work will focus on the presenting issue, previous coping attempts, related emotions, and possible alternatives. Effective therapy may include unresolved family-of-origin issues, the building of interpersonal skills, and/or the resolution of unhealthy views of self or others and unprocessed trauma.
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Stephanie Manin
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Central, Tacoma, WA 98405
Not accepting new clients
Greetings! I am Stephanie, a dedicated and compassionate therapist committed to guiding individuals, couples, and families toward a desired different future. I am physically in Washington, and available virtually for Tennessee and Kentucky. I use a unique approach that blends the art of body work and the Family Systems Theory, offering a comprehensive therapeutic experience. I believe in comfortability and the power of laughter and positivity while working through difficult topics, so I strive to create a welcoming and laid back environment.
Greetings! I am Stephanie, a dedicated and compassionate therapist committed to guiding individuals, couples, and families toward a desired different future. I am physically in Washington, and available virtually for Tennessee and Kentucky. I use a unique approach that blends the art of body work and the Family Systems Theory, offering a comprehensive therapeutic experience. I believe in comfortability and the power of laughter and positivity while working through difficult topics, so I strive to create a welcoming and laid back environment.
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Shandra Sullivan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Central, Tacoma, WA 98405 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
You find yourself completely overwhelmed, constantly trying to expect what comes next. Stuck, frustrated, or unsure, you know you need support, but don’t know where to go. Maybe you are feeling deep sadness, alone, and lost. Or you look at yourself and say how did I get here? Whatever the starting point, there is a way forward. Today’s fast paced world leaves many feeling alone, and not ready to cope with what comes next. I would be honored to work with you to find your personal goals, and the freedom you seek. Let’s find a way forward together with respect, empathy, and no judgement.Please contact me with any questions you have, or
You find yourself completely overwhelmed, constantly trying to expect what comes next. Stuck, frustrated, or unsure, you know you need support, but don’t know where to go. Maybe you are feeling deep sadness, alone, and lost. Or you look at yourself and say how did I get here? Whatever the starting point, there is a way forward. Today’s fast paced world leaves many feeling alone, and not ready to cope with what comes next. I would be honored to work with you to find your personal goals, and the freedom you seek. Let’s find a way forward together with respect, empathy, and no judgement.Please contact me with any questions you have, or
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Allen Wellness Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Central, Tacoma, WA 98405
Not accepting new clients
Finding things in your life that are unmanageable? Do you struggle with just trying to get through day to day activities? Life can be very confusing, sometimes we feel empty, maybe even out of control?
Finding things in your life that are unmanageable? Do you struggle with just trying to get through day to day activities? Life can be very confusing, sometimes we feel empty, maybe even out of control?
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Marjory Ware
Mental Health Counselor, MA, LMHC, LMFT
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
Central, Tacoma, WA 98405 (Online Only)
Does it feel like no matter what you do, things never change? You’re running on all cylinders, trying to be everything for everyone, including yourself. You tell everyone that you are fine. Managing. But you’re noticing how it’s impacting you. You realize that things need to change. Whether you're experiencing the impacts of systemic oppression, self-esteem, or relationship issues, know that you don't have to be alone in this journey. No two individuals are the same, and I tailor our sessions together to address challenges unique to you. We will work together to understand and address the root cause of those issues.
Does it feel like no matter what you do, things never change? You’re running on all cylinders, trying to be everything for everyone, including yourself. You tell everyone that you are fine. Managing. But you’re noticing how it’s impacting you. You realize that things need to change. Whether you're experiencing the impacts of systemic oppression, self-esteem, or relationship issues, know that you don't have to be alone in this journey. No two individuals are the same, and I tailor our sessions together to address challenges unique to you. We will work together to understand and address the root cause of those issues.
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Sarah Velazquez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Central, Tacoma, WA 98405 (Online Only)
I strive to meet people where they are and offer honest feedback for change while providing a non-judgemental space for all. The decision to start or return to therapy can be difficult and I am glad you are taking the first step. I have dedicated the last 20 years to the Social Services field and have provided therapy since 2018. Whether you are looking for short- or long-term therapy, I look forward to helping you during your journey.
I strive to meet people where they are and offer honest feedback for change while providing a non-judgemental space for all. The decision to start or return to therapy can be difficult and I am glad you are taking the first step. I have dedicated the last 20 years to the Social Services field and have provided therapy since 2018. Whether you are looking for short- or long-term therapy, I look forward to helping you during your journey.
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My name is Lizzie Stryker, she/her. I’m a licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate and I am also an experienced and nationally accredited Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor. Through my combined experiences of counseling and therapy work I offer support through various challenges and periods of change including: Anxiety, Burnout, Depression, Difficulty with interpersonal communication and relationships, Feelings of hopelessness, Grief, Life transitions, Struggles with self harm and suicidal ideations, Struggles with self-worth and confidence, Various types of trauma, Vocational exploration, and Work stress.
My name is Lizzie Stryker, she/her. I’m a licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate and I am also an experienced and nationally accredited Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor. Through my combined experiences of counseling and therapy work I offer support through various challenges and periods of change including: Anxiety, Burnout, Depression, Difficulty with interpersonal communication and relationships, Feelings of hopelessness, Grief, Life transitions, Struggles with self harm and suicidal ideations, Struggles with self-worth and confidence, Various types of trauma, Vocational exploration, and Work stress.
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Sierra Phelps
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, LMFTA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Central, Tacoma, WA 98405
Not accepting new clients
While you can't control everything that happens to you, I will support you in managing life’s stressors by exploring your history to uncover patterns, deepen your awareness, and develop new ways to manage emotions. I believe that a positive therapeutic alliance is vital to creating the trust and safety that is necessary to be vulnerable and do the work that therapy requires. I recognize that you are the expert of your story and draw from a client-centered model to personalize treatment. I am passionate about coming alongside adolescents, families, and adults as they navigate hardships and learn to embrace life's ups and downs.
While you can't control everything that happens to you, I will support you in managing life’s stressors by exploring your history to uncover patterns, deepen your awareness, and develop new ways to manage emotions. I believe that a positive therapeutic alliance is vital to creating the trust and safety that is necessary to be vulnerable and do the work that therapy requires. I recognize that you are the expert of your story and draw from a client-centered model to personalize treatment. I am passionate about coming alongside adolescents, families, and adults as they navigate hardships and learn to embrace life's ups and downs.
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Julie Barta
Licensed Educational Psychologist, PsyD, LEP, NCSP, LMHCA
Verified Verified
Central, Tacoma, WA 98405
Dr. Barta offers evaluation and therapy services for children and adults who are neurodiverse and/or have a trauma history. Her expertise assessing with a neuropsychological lens allows gives a quick "map" to better understand yourself or your child. Her skillsets are perfect for tired parents, parents seeking an initial diagnosis/second opinion, children/adolescents in need of support, or for adults seeking relief or clarity of their own functioning. Her work was acknowledged in 2016 for School Psychologist of the Year.
Dr. Barta offers evaluation and therapy services for children and adults who are neurodiverse and/or have a trauma history. Her expertise assessing with a neuropsychological lens allows gives a quick "map" to better understand yourself or your child. Her skillsets are perfect for tired parents, parents seeking an initial diagnosis/second opinion, children/adolescents in need of support, or for adults seeking relief or clarity of their own functioning. Her work was acknowledged in 2016 for School Psychologist of the Year.