Therapists in Tacoma, WA

Rae offers compassionate, non-judgmental therapy for women with the goal of bringing about understanding, healing, growth, and healthy relationships. She wants to support her clients regarding issues such as trauma, anxiety, depression, divorce, parenting, grief/loss, self-esteem, and relationship struggles.

I believe individuals are unique because of their life experience, perceptions, genetic and cultural background. I don't use one therapy fits all; I use what I think is best given what each client tell me. I encourage, people to move past their own limitations, but do not insist, because it is their journey not mine. I have worked on my own issues, and continue to do so, I appreciate the courage it takes to open up to another person. This process takes time to build a relationship of trust so you can talk about what you don't want to talk about. My hope is you will find a safe place with me to discover more about yourself

Do find yourself arguing with your partner when all you really want is to feel close and connected? Do you long to feel understood and appreciated, like new lovers again - or perhaps for the first time? I can help you discover new ways to communicate & get the response you've been wanting from your partner. Let's get you both feeling safe and connected again. We function best when our relationships are secure. No wonder it feels so bad when our relationship is strained, & so good when that bond is assured. Let me help you communicate, build trust and feel good together. What's more vital to our happiness than that?

Hello. My name is Joshua Lennox, of Northwest Pastoral Counseling. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor serving South Tacoma, and surrounding areas. I realize that if you are reading this there is most likely something painful, or difficult in your life. Maybe it is: depression, infidelity, anxiety, relationship problems, the loss of someone or something, a struggling child, spiritual issues, infertility, or any of the other many issues we as humans sometimes experience. I'm here to tell you that there is hope. I look forward to meeting with you to assist you with the situations you are currently facing.

Life can be rewarding, fulfilling and exciting and it can also be challenging, lonely and hard. I am here to help you figure our your path to being your absolute best. IYou want to stop the worry, the overwhelm, and the noise so that you can get back to feeling better, more like yourself. Maybe the isolation and sadness have been hanging around too long? Let's work together to find another way. Are there some relationship issues or stress either past or present that you want to process? I am here to help.

Hello! I specialize in health challenges, grief & loss, caretaking, and professional burnout. If you are experiencing anxiety, depression, difficulty functioning, or maintaining your relationships, those might be interacting with a big change in your health and life. You might feel lost, stuck, unsure what to do or what is happening. This is normal. It is a passion for me to work with people to open up their lives in a way that are aligned with their values and build confidence in facing and managing their realities.

I am a trauma-informed therapist that strives to create a collaborative relationship to build safety and trust so that you can move towards healing and growth. I help clients by identifying how their past is still affecting them in the present, process difficult and painful memories, and use cognitive approaches to challenge feelings of shame and fixed negative beliefs. In addition, I explore with clients the impact trauma and family dynmaics has on their relationships and teach skills to help them meet their emotional needs with friends, family, and partners.

I am a mental health counselor, trained to work with individuals, couples, and families. I believe that every human being is fundamentally capable of experiencing the joyful and fulfilling lives they seek - sometimes, life makes that difficult. Maybe you are experiencing grief, conflict in relationships, or loss of self. Maybe you’ve noticed yourself feeling depressed, anxious, or withdrawn. No matter what may bring you to therapy, I am honored to walk along with you as we explore opportunities for healing and growth.

I work with individuals, and partnerships in Washington state and Utah, to assist with meeting personal and collective goals. It is my intention to support and collaborate to find the best way to address your needs around this process. I work to foster respect for each client and their unique belief and value systems. I work with clients of all ethnicities, gender identities, relationship dynamics, sexual orientations, and religious/spiritual backgrounds. I have experience with and a passion for working with folks impacted by cult groups.

I hold Master's degree in Counseling from Seattle University. I work with clients on relationship issues, co-dependency, separation, divorce and co-parenting, anxiety and depression, grief and loss, sexual trauma and major life transitions. It is my belief that the ultimate human need is connection and meaningful relationships. My desire is to help clients clarify feelings, improve communication, and strengthen and deepen connections.

Population age range 12-60 years old. My ideal client is someone dealing with anxiety, depression or PTSD. I build help resiliency and determination to become healthier and create a more positive behavioral pattern.

If you're looking to improve your relationship with food and body image, navigate anxiety and stress, find yourself after trauma, develop the comfort to start making and maintaining boundaries, or are seeking a safe space as you work through other difficulties, I'd be happy to partner with you in your journey. I like to provide an inclusive, affirming, non-judgmental, space to support the insight and self-compassion that are valuable for growth and healing, and I like to be actively engaged by doing my part to better equip and empower you. If you're motivated to do therapy for you, I'm here!

I feel very fortunate that in clinical psychology I have found a field where I have been glad to go to work since I saw my first client in 1974. My training has been "˜eclectic'. My undergrad work was in philosophy of science at University of Michigan. After a short stint in medical school, I went to San Diego State University, where my professors were Rogerians, cognitivists and behaviorists (that was before the latter two got hyphenated and finally acronym-ized into CBT), plus one crypto-Freudian who spoke little but offered the most amazing insights. I also had some years of personal psychoanalysis.

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.

I believe that everyone comes to a place in their life and experiences the feeling of being”stuck” and not knowing what to do next. Anger, anxiety and depression can leave a person feeling overwhelmed and unsure. While people often have a strong desire for change find it difficult to reach out for help. As a licensed mental health counselor have helped many singles couples and families heal and grow, and I can do the same for you.If you are ready to take that first step then please call me. I look forward to meeting you. Sincerely, John J. Smith LMHCA

*Email is the best way to contact me for an appointment* Welcome! You are in the right place. Now is the time. The first step toward getting somewhere, changing something, is to become aware that you can’t stay where you are. Accepting the change and all that follows takes courage, compassion and curiosity. YOU’VE GOT THIS.

Do you feel lonely in your relationship? Are you tired of the constant arguments and blaming? Do you wish you could go back to the excitement and love you felt when you first met? Each of us deserves to have a healthy, fulfilling, and loving intimate relationship. Unfortunately, you may be struggling in your relationship and have doubts about its future. Change can begin by working on your individual issues or by re-building a healthy relationship in couples therapy.

I strive to create a warm, compassionate, empathetic, nurturing space that encourages emotional growth. I walk alongside individuals to inspire them to reach their healing goals or manuver through life's difficult transitions. I will also challenge you to be your best self and move towards your healing goals. The goal is to help you heal from present or past emotional wounds and offer new tools to help navigate you towards your best life. I am passionate about the power of personal growth and building healthy relationships, and following your dreams.

I am a white, neurodivergent, pansexual, cismale, and 3rd generation Italian-North European immigrant living on Puyallup / Steilacoom lands (Fircrest, WA) but born and raised in Očhéthi Šakówiŋ / Wahpekute lands (Minneapolis, MN). I work from a place that acknowledges my own identity and privileges in effort to help clients address their own identity, struggles, and role in systems of oppression. I value activism and allyship including addressing political issues directly in my work, examining my own assumptions and blind spots, and working to always increase my awareness of oppression and systemic issues.