Therapists in Tacoma, WA
I offer individual sessions tailored to your unique needs, with a focus on creative solutions that promote healing and growth. Over the last decade and more, I have worked in mental health and behavioral health fields, with the majority of my time working with adults and children with developmental disabilities. I have also experienced my own interesting journey navigating relational trauma, chronic health issues, and learning that I have ADHD at 30 years old. I know first hand many of the struggles disabled and neurodivergent people face and I use this experience to help my clients better their own lives.
I offer individual sessions tailored to your unique needs, with a focus on creative solutions that promote healing and growth. Over the last decade and more, I have worked in mental health and behavioral health fields, with the majority of my time working with adults and children with developmental disabilities. I have also experienced my own interesting journey navigating relational trauma, chronic health issues, and learning that I have ADHD at 30 years old. I know first hand many of the struggles disabled and neurodivergent people face and I use this experience to help my clients better their own lives.
NEW: Book Club with Purpose for those that want to connect, learn, and be guided in personal reflection in an online mindful group experience. There are universal experiences that can cause us to question everything we have learned about who we are within ourselves and in connection to others. It’s in these times it can be difficult to meet life on life’s terms; when looking on the bright side, persistence and grit no longer get us through the day. This has been especially true this past severalyears. The most profound change being our ability to be connected to each other and having shared experiences to look forward to.
NEW: Book Club with Purpose for those that want to connect, learn, and be guided in personal reflection in an online mindful group experience. There are universal experiences that can cause us to question everything we have learned about who we are within ourselves and in connection to others. It’s in these times it can be difficult to meet life on life’s terms; when looking on the bright side, persistence and grit no longer get us through the day. This has been especially true this past severalyears. The most profound change being our ability to be connected to each other and having shared experiences to look forward to.
Welcome! I'm so glad you are here. There are many reasons why someone may seek counseling, and it is a step that takes courage and vulnerability. I primarily work with individuals who want support with the following: negative thinking and self-criticism; low self-esteem; difficulties developing and maintaining meaningful relationships; identifying and removing barriers to success in the workplace. I strive to ensure that when clients speak with me, they know they are safe, respected, feel heard, and are empowered to make positive changes.
Welcome! I'm so glad you are here. There are many reasons why someone may seek counseling, and it is a step that takes courage and vulnerability. I primarily work with individuals who want support with the following: negative thinking and self-criticism; low self-esteem; difficulties developing and maintaining meaningful relationships; identifying and removing barriers to success in the workplace. I strive to ensure that when clients speak with me, they know they are safe, respected, feel heard, and are empowered to make positive changes.
Hello! My name is Taren and I have been working in the field of mental health since 2008. I thoroughly enjoy working with people and feel honored when a person trusts in me their life story/current difficulties. I believe there are many different reasons to seek therapy, and that each of us have walked such unique and sometimes challenging paths to get to where we are today. I enjoy getting to know the intricacies of these paths and what has led an individual to where they are today, and from there beginning the work, collaboratively, towards where one would ideally like to be.
Hello! My name is Taren and I have been working in the field of mental health since 2008. I thoroughly enjoy working with people and feel honored when a person trusts in me their life story/current difficulties. I believe there are many different reasons to seek therapy, and that each of us have walked such unique and sometimes challenging paths to get to where we are today. I enjoy getting to know the intricacies of these paths and what has led an individual to where they are today, and from there beginning the work, collaboratively, towards where one would ideally like to be.
I create a dynamic and healing place for personal growth, productive communication and positive change. I have a diverse and experienced background in helping teenagers, adults, and families through challenging times. You will gain tools you can use right away to begin making progress on the goals set in counseling. I have provided solution-focused therapy with results for my clients for over 20 years. I additionally use cognitive-behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing techniques to facilitate insight and growth. This is a welcoming place for you to process the events of your life and effectively meet the challenges.
I create a dynamic and healing place for personal growth, productive communication and positive change. I have a diverse and experienced background in helping teenagers, adults, and families through challenging times. You will gain tools you can use right away to begin making progress on the goals set in counseling. I have provided solution-focused therapy with results for my clients for over 20 years. I additionally use cognitive-behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing techniques to facilitate insight and growth. This is a welcoming place for you to process the events of your life and effectively meet the challenges.
Hello! My name is Tammy Ferguson and I have been a psychotherapist for over twenty years. I am passionate about helping people heal and grow. I believe when we are given the proper "container" or safe space, we are more likely to be able to access our inner knowing that can potentially lead to deep healing. I like to work with individuals who are wanting help navigating relationship issues, life transitions, grief, and/or trauma. In addition, I work with people who are dealing with spiritual issues such as religious trauma, deconstruction of faith, deconversion an/or spiritual abuse.
Hello! My name is Tammy Ferguson and I have been a psychotherapist for over twenty years. I am passionate about helping people heal and grow. I believe when we are given the proper "container" or safe space, we are more likely to be able to access our inner knowing that can potentially lead to deep healing. I like to work with individuals who are wanting help navigating relationship issues, life transitions, grief, and/or trauma. In addition, I work with people who are dealing with spiritual issues such as religious trauma, deconstruction of faith, deconversion an/or spiritual abuse.
Always In Bloom
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA, LMHCA, SUDPT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Tacoma, WA 98402
Life is challenging! Family stress, work difficulties, personal concerns...I get it. I have lived experience with overcoming desperate circumstances. If you're feeling stuck, frustrated, confused and need some empathy and encouragement, please consider me for your therapy needs. I can hold space for all the things that are preventing you from living your best life. As your therapist I'll walk with you on your journey to healing & living the life you've always dreamed but didn't quite know how to achieve. I'm here to help you reach your goals & live the life of your dreams.
Life is challenging! Family stress, work difficulties, personal concerns...I get it. I have lived experience with overcoming desperate circumstances. If you're feeling stuck, frustrated, confused and need some empathy and encouragement, please consider me for your therapy needs. I can hold space for all the things that are preventing you from living your best life. As your therapist I'll walk with you on your journey to healing & living the life you've always dreamed but didn't quite know how to achieve. I'm here to help you reach your goals & live the life of your dreams.
Have you diligently worked to create a life that thrives, but still feel stuck by childhood or continuing harm? Is your past contributing to anxiety or depression in your current life? Often the coping strategies we form in childhood survive past their "effectiveness date," creating an invisible force that holds us back from thriving. In session, we will create a space for you to explore past, present, and hopes for the future. We will hold both harm and healing, as we create a framework for developing skills and a making adjustments that bring a freedom to thrive. Together we will forge a path that accounts for the beauty and harm.
Have you diligently worked to create a life that thrives, but still feel stuck by childhood or continuing harm? Is your past contributing to anxiety or depression in your current life? Often the coping strategies we form in childhood survive past their "effectiveness date," creating an invisible force that holds us back from thriving. In session, we will create a space for you to explore past, present, and hopes for the future. We will hold both harm and healing, as we create a framework for developing skills and a making adjustments that bring a freedom to thrive. Together we will forge a path that accounts for the beauty and harm.
Aleesia Morales
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFTA
Verified Verified
Tacoma, WA 98402 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
I am not currently accepting clients but can provide referrals. Hello, my name is Aleesia Morales and I appreciate your curiosity. I believe that if we know better, we can do and be better; in whatever way we define better. I work with people individually or interconnected with others, such as, family member(s)/partner(s). I welcome all people from any race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, and religious/spiritual backgrounds. I have experience working with an array of people with dynamic backgrounds, and I have a passion for supporting people who identify with the BIPOC community.
I am not currently accepting clients but can provide referrals. Hello, my name is Aleesia Morales and I appreciate your curiosity. I believe that if we know better, we can do and be better; in whatever way we define better. I work with people individually or interconnected with others, such as, family member(s)/partner(s). I welcome all people from any race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, and religious/spiritual backgrounds. I have experience working with an array of people with dynamic backgrounds, and I have a passion for supporting people who identify with the BIPOC community.
Anne Mauro
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, DHS, CST, CSE, CST-S
Verified Verified
47 Endorsed
Tacoma, WA 98406 (Online Only)
Are you feeling disconnected from your partner(s) or frustrated with your sexual relationship? Do breakdowns in communication around sex leave you feeling isolated or lonely? Many of my clients come to me seeking support in the "bedroom" when intimacy becomes a challenge. If you're struggling with these issues, sex therapy can be a transformative process, helping you break through barriers and develop new skills that enhance both your relationship and sex life. Together, we’ll work through your concerns and create realistic, lasting change. I work with adult individuals and those in relationships to help them achieve their goals.
Are you feeling disconnected from your partner(s) or frustrated with your sexual relationship? Do breakdowns in communication around sex leave you feeling isolated or lonely? Many of my clients come to me seeking support in the "bedroom" when intimacy becomes a challenge. If you're struggling with these issues, sex therapy can be a transformative process, helping you break through barriers and develop new skills that enhance both your relationship and sex life. Together, we’ll work through your concerns and create realistic, lasting change. I work with adult individuals and those in relationships to help them achieve their goals.
In today’s world, people feel lonelier than ever before. With so much time spent behind screens, it’s no wonder we struggle to connect with ourselves and others. I help young adults rediscover that connection and build meaningful relationships. Life in 2024 brings unique challenges: we feel stressed yet drained, have social media followers but lack deep friendships, and work hard without feeling it’s enough. Despite this, I believe anyone can unlock their potential through deeper self-understanding. Together, we can navigate these struggles and move forward.
In today’s world, people feel lonelier than ever before. With so much time spent behind screens, it’s no wonder we struggle to connect with ourselves and others. I help young adults rediscover that connection and build meaningful relationships. Life in 2024 brings unique challenges: we feel stressed yet drained, have social media followers but lack deep friendships, and work hard without feeling it’s enough. Despite this, I believe anyone can unlock their potential through deeper self-understanding. Together, we can navigate these struggles and move forward.
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Counselor, LMHC, MHP, MS
Verified Verified
Tacoma, WA 98402
Waitlist for new clients
People prioritize therapy when it is necessary or important to them. I want to make therapy flexible enough for your busy life, with evening appointments, telehealth, and in-person options. Therapy works best if you have a trusting relationship with your therapist, and I aim to provide that setting, getting to know who you are and what you need, as you are the expert on your life. I hope to help you with the skills that will be useful throughout your life.
People prioritize therapy when it is necessary or important to them. I want to make therapy flexible enough for your busy life, with evening appointments, telehealth, and in-person options. Therapy works best if you have a trusting relationship with your therapist, and I aim to provide that setting, getting to know who you are and what you need, as you are the expert on your life. I hope to help you with the skills that will be useful throughout your life.
Olivia White
Counselor, LMHC, CCTP-II, CCATP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Tacoma, WA 98402 (Online Only)
Have major parts of you been overshadowed by the stress of just trying to survive and get by? Have the expectations and demands from others to be a certain way left no room for self-discovery, acceptance and expansion? Painful past experiences, childhood trauma, and oppressive environments have taught many of us to silence our needs, prioritize others, not trust ourselves, and bury our true feelings. You are on the path to the next phase in your journey, and you don't have to navigate it alone. I know that even in light of the inner drive to reclaim authenticity, experiences from our past can linger and get in the way.
Have major parts of you been overshadowed by the stress of just trying to survive and get by? Have the expectations and demands from others to be a certain way left no room for self-discovery, acceptance and expansion? Painful past experiences, childhood trauma, and oppressive environments have taught many of us to silence our needs, prioritize others, not trust ourselves, and bury our true feelings. You are on the path to the next phase in your journey, and you don't have to navigate it alone. I know that even in light of the inner drive to reclaim authenticity, experiences from our past can linger and get in the way.
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.
Winona enjoys working with adolescents and adults of all ages. She works with clients dealing with mood disorders, personality disorders, anxiety, self-esteem issues, PTSD, grief and loss, and those facing other life challenges. In addition, she has worked with clients experiencing domestic violence. Her objective is to help individuals heal, and then find and build on their strengths in order to achieve their goals and become their very best selves. Winona enjoys working with clients and assisting them in developing coping skills that they can use for the rest of their lives.
Winona enjoys working with adolescents and adults of all ages. She works with clients dealing with mood disorders, personality disorders, anxiety, self-esteem issues, PTSD, grief and loss, and those facing other life challenges. In addition, she has worked with clients experiencing domestic violence. Her objective is to help individuals heal, and then find and build on their strengths in order to achieve their goals and become their very best selves. Winona enjoys working with clients and assisting them in developing coping skills that they can use for the rest of their lives.
Do you have a child struggling with overwhelming feelings, emotional outbursts, irrational fears or other troubling behaviors? Children need help from adults to navigate their emotional landscape. I know from my own experience as a parent how baffling and scary it can be to help a child in the midst of an hours long tantrum or refusal to go to bed or school. In offering a warm and supportive space for play therapy, my aim is to listen carefully to what a child is communicating through play. All behavior is communication. I serve as a guide and translator.
Do you have a child struggling with overwhelming feelings, emotional outbursts, irrational fears or other troubling behaviors? Children need help from adults to navigate their emotional landscape. I know from my own experience as a parent how baffling and scary it can be to help a child in the midst of an hours long tantrum or refusal to go to bed or school. In offering a warm and supportive space for play therapy, my aim is to listen carefully to what a child is communicating through play. All behavior is communication. I serve as a guide and translator.
Kristin Sweet Fischer
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Tacoma, WA 98407
I provide a supportive environment for individuals and couples to practice skills designed to enhance personal, relational, and professional satisfaction. My office is a safe confidential place to process life. I help individuals manage mental health and reduce need for prescriptions by incorporating research based practices. Learning tools to reduce anxiety, depression and PTSD due to trauma. Additionally, I am familiar with the challenges of military families and first responders. The unique cultural challenges of these groups and how therapy can help normalize and reduce mental distress for families and individuals.
I provide a supportive environment for individuals and couples to practice skills designed to enhance personal, relational, and professional satisfaction. My office is a safe confidential place to process life. I help individuals manage mental health and reduce need for prescriptions by incorporating research based practices. Learning tools to reduce anxiety, depression and PTSD due to trauma. Additionally, I am familiar with the challenges of military families and first responders. The unique cultural challenges of these groups and how therapy can help normalize and reduce mental distress for families and individuals.
I am Certified in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) for couples and in Internal Family Systems (IFS). EFT allows couples to move away from painful interactions and towards connection. It is incredibly effective in helping couples understand triggers and emotional distress. Suffering in your partnership can be incredibly isolating and painful. I will help you identify and understand your and your partner's most important needs and longings. Please don't wait to get help, if your relationship is in distress reach out as soon as possible. Your relationship can be the safe haven you've always longed for.
I am Certified in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) for couples and in Internal Family Systems (IFS). EFT allows couples to move away from painful interactions and towards connection. It is incredibly effective in helping couples understand triggers and emotional distress. Suffering in your partnership can be incredibly isolating and painful. I will help you identify and understand your and your partner's most important needs and longings. Please don't wait to get help, if your relationship is in distress reach out as soon as possible. Your relationship can be the safe haven you've always longed for.
In my life, I have had many experiences that guided me to the world of social work, such as becoming a teen mom and experiencing the loss of people very close to me. These experiences led me to want to provide support to people in the midst of their own challenges. Maybe you have similar experiences or other mental health challenges, that may include anxiety and depression. You may feel that you have nowhere to turn or unvalidated in your own experiences. I am here to help, in our work together we can find the best ways to meet your individual needs.
In my life, I have had many experiences that guided me to the world of social work, such as becoming a teen mom and experiencing the loss of people very close to me. These experiences led me to want to provide support to people in the midst of their own challenges. Maybe you have similar experiences or other mental health challenges, that may include anxiety and depression. You may feel that you have nowhere to turn or unvalidated in your own experiences. I am here to help, in our work together we can find the best ways to meet your individual needs.
Vicki Pastore
Counselor, MEd, LMHCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tacoma, WA 98403
Waitlist for new clients
Something happens when we sit across from someone who really sees us, hears us, and accepts us unconditionally. The relationship has the power to lift us up, shift our perspective, and bring us comfort and clarity. I'd be honored to sit across from you with the warmth, humor, compassion and skill that will support the healing and growth you are seeking. You should know that I believe in you, I will challenge you, and we will process everything together until you realize, heal, and remember the strength you have to live the life you want for yourself.
Something happens when we sit across from someone who really sees us, hears us, and accepts us unconditionally. The relationship has the power to lift us up, shift our perspective, and bring us comfort and clarity. I'd be honored to sit across from you with the warmth, humor, compassion and skill that will support the healing and growth you are seeking. You should know that I believe in you, I will challenge you, and we will process everything together until you realize, heal, and remember the strength you have to live the life you want for yourself.
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Number of Therapists in Tacoma, WA
1,000+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in Tacoma, WA who prioritize treating:
| 93% | Anxiety |
| 87% | Depression |
| 76% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 74% | Self Esteem |
| 73% | Relationship Issues |
| 69% | Stress |
| 66% | Life Transitions |
Average years in practice
8 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 75% | Premera Blue Cross |
| 66% | Regence |
| 64% | Aetna |
How Therapists in Tacoma, WA see their clients
| 52% | Online Only | |
| 48% | In Person and Online |
Gender breakdown
| 75% | Female | |
| 21% | Male | |
| 4% | Non-Binary |