Psychodynamic Therapists in Wenatchee, WA
I enjoy walking alongside people through various thresholds and seasons of life and am trained in specific areas of trauma and abuse, psychodynamic therapy, attachment, and object relations theory.
My practice focuses on food & body issues, eating disorder recovery, perinatal mental health, as well as ongoing psychotherapy. I aim to help you gain a more cohesive sense of self so you can live authentically. I foster a therapeutic space that is safe and open, where you are able to talk about whatever you want without fear of judgment.
I enjoy walking alongside people through various thresholds and seasons of life and am trained in specific areas of trauma and abuse, psychodynamic therapy, attachment, and object relations theory.
My practice focuses on food & body issues, eating disorder recovery, perinatal mental health, as well as ongoing psychotherapy. I aim to help you gain a more cohesive sense of self so you can live authentically. I foster a therapeutic space that is safe and open, where you are able to talk about whatever you want without fear of judgment.
My therapeutic orientation is influenced by Attachment Theory, Relational Psychodynamic Theory, Emotionally Focused Therapy and Neuroscience.
Hey there! Welcome! I believe therapy is an invitation to become whole, to live as our authentic selves, to accept and love ourselves fiercely and gently, and to offer that love to one another. The work of therapy can help us sort through the parts of our lives to find authenticity, meaning and healing by keeping, tossing, re-imagining, and recovering the pieces of our life story. We work together with the story of your life to find and see you in all your depth and complexity, strengths and limitations, beauty, and goodness.
My therapeutic orientation is influenced by Attachment Theory, Relational Psychodynamic Theory, Emotionally Focused Therapy and Neuroscience.
Hey there! Welcome! I believe therapy is an invitation to become whole, to live as our authentic selves, to accept and love ourselves fiercely and gently, and to offer that love to one another. The work of therapy can help us sort through the parts of our lives to find authenticity, meaning and healing by keeping, tossing, re-imagining, and recovering the pieces of our life story. We work together with the story of your life to find and see you in all your depth and complexity, strengths and limitations, beauty, and goodness.
Counseling is sacred work. It is through the vehicle of relationship, with both God and others, that humans were intended to experience restoration. While indeed relationships can be a source of pain, they are also a powerful force for resiliency. Through the therapeutic relationship, I enjoy coming alongside clients on their journey by providing a safe and compassionate space for exploration. Together we will go beyond just symptom management and work toward understanding the root of what you are experiencing. Whatever you are facing, you were never meant to do so in isolation.
Counseling is sacred work. It is through the vehicle of relationship, with both God and others, that humans were intended to experience restoration. While indeed relationships can be a source of pain, they are also a powerful force for resiliency. Through the therapeutic relationship, I enjoy coming alongside clients on their journey by providing a safe and compassionate space for exploration. Together we will go beyond just symptom management and work toward understanding the root of what you are experiencing. Whatever you are facing, you were never meant to do so in isolation.
Michael Civile
Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, MS
Verified Verified
Wenatchee, WA 98801
Waitlist for new clients
In all seasons of life, I have found that being listened to and understood by a trained professional has been invaluable. These days, stress is impacting us more than ever. Maybe the ways you’re coping are taking a toll on you or the ones you care about. Maybe you're finding it hard to "leave work at work" and be present at home. Or you realize the things you've been working towards leave you feeling sort of empty and you want to make some changes. Or maybe the question, "Why do I keep doing (fill in the blank)?" has been circling your mind for a while.
In all seasons of life, I have found that being listened to and understood by a trained professional has been invaluable. These days, stress is impacting us more than ever. Maybe the ways you’re coping are taking a toll on you or the ones you care about. Maybe you're finding it hard to "leave work at work" and be present at home. Or you realize the things you've been working towards leave you feeling sort of empty and you want to make some changes. Or maybe the question, "Why do I keep doing (fill in the blank)?" has been circling your mind for a while.
For the past 30 years I have worked as a mental health counselor to assist people who are struggling with depression and anxiety; those who have had their life shaken by a death, divorce or other life losses; those who feel stuck and want to get their life flowing again;those who struggle with obstacles to help attain their goals,those who deal with chronic health conditions;as well as those who are facing major life changes and need an objective,helpful listener.I have also worked with relationships that need understanding, healing and forgiveness.Change is always possible.
For the past 30 years I have worked as a mental health counselor to assist people who are struggling with depression and anxiety; those who have had their life shaken by a death, divorce or other life losses; those who feel stuck and want to get their life flowing again;those who struggle with obstacles to help attain their goals,those who deal with chronic health conditions;as well as those who are facing major life changes and need an objective,helpful listener.I have also worked with relationships that need understanding, healing and forgiveness.Change is always possible.
Sarah Caldwell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Wenatchee, WA 98801
Waitlist for new clients
There has to be an easier way to get through life. Anxiety, depression and constant stress can't be how everyone else feels all the time. You talk to your girlfriends, and they’re a great support but that relief never lasts. You feel like you’re running in circles trying this tip and that. You wonder if you might be broken. You’re ready for things to change - actually change - this time. You’re ready to get out of survival mode and let go of anxiety and insecurity. Most of all, you’re ready for your life to feel peaceful and authentic.
There has to be an easier way to get through life. Anxiety, depression and constant stress can't be how everyone else feels all the time. You talk to your girlfriends, and they’re a great support but that relief never lasts. You feel like you’re running in circles trying this tip and that. You wonder if you might be broken. You’re ready for things to change - actually change - this time. You’re ready to get out of survival mode and let go of anxiety and insecurity. Most of all, you’re ready for your life to feel peaceful and authentic.
I am a neurodivergent genderqueer transwoman. I focus very specifically on working with transfolk, enbies, neurospicy folk, and/or OSDD/DID systems at this time. I work with preteens, teens, and adults. I am very happy to do an assessment for WPATH letters for gender affirming surgeries. For WPATH letters I take almost any insurance including Molina and Medicare. While I work with folks on the spectrum, I am not equipped to provide assessments for autism spectrum disorders at this time. I also offer electrolysis. :)
I am a neurodivergent genderqueer transwoman. I focus very specifically on working with transfolk, enbies, neurospicy folk, and/or OSDD/DID systems at this time. I work with preteens, teens, and adults. I am very happy to do an assessment for WPATH letters for gender affirming surgeries. For WPATH letters I take almost any insurance including Molina and Medicare. While I work with folks on the spectrum, I am not equipped to provide assessments for autism spectrum disorders at this time. I also offer electrolysis. :)
Trauma disrupts our sense of self—our ability to trust and to truly experience safety. With this core understanding, my approach is gentle and compassionate. I provide a safe, supportive and professional relationship as you explore and reshape the impact that abuse has had on your life. I will listen as you set the pace, focusing on building a foundation of safety while helping you develop coping skills that fit your lifestyle.
Trauma disrupts our sense of self—our ability to trust and to truly experience safety. With this core understanding, my approach is gentle and compassionate. I provide a safe, supportive and professional relationship as you explore and reshape the impact that abuse has had on your life. I will listen as you set the pace, focusing on building a foundation of safety while helping you develop coping skills that fit your lifestyle.
Relationships are what bring us joy in our lives, but sometimes despite our best efforts we come upon a stumbling block. We find ourselves struggling or unable to connect to those we love and sometimes even to ourselves. Maybe issues from past relationships get in the way, maybe there is a trauma to the relationship (such as illness, job loss, or simply entering a new stage of life such as parenthood or midlife). There may have been an infidelity, loss of job, or emotional issues such as depression / anxiety. Often we just feel a lack of connection we once had.
Relationships are what bring us joy in our lives, but sometimes despite our best efforts we come upon a stumbling block. We find ourselves struggling or unable to connect to those we love and sometimes even to ourselves. Maybe issues from past relationships get in the way, maybe there is a trauma to the relationship (such as illness, job loss, or simply entering a new stage of life such as parenthood or midlife). There may have been an infidelity, loss of job, or emotional issues such as depression / anxiety. Often we just feel a lack of connection we once had.
Reina Escamilla
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, MSW, LMHC
Verified Verified
Wenatchee, WA 98801 (Online Only)
Are you ready to take the next step in your mental health journey? Looking for a therapist who understands the complexities of trauma, anxiety, depression and stress? With over a decade of experience working with children, youth, and adults, I specialize in helping individuals like you navigate these challenges and achieve meaningful growth. As a person-centered therapist, I believe that your goals and needs should always be at the center of our work together. My collaborative approach ensures that we’re working side by side to identify areas for growth and create a plan tailored to your unique situation.
Are you ready to take the next step in your mental health journey? Looking for a therapist who understands the complexities of trauma, anxiety, depression and stress? With over a decade of experience working with children, youth, and adults, I specialize in helping individuals like you navigate these challenges and achieve meaningful growth. As a person-centered therapist, I believe that your goals and needs should always be at the center of our work together. My collaborative approach ensures that we’re working side by side to identify areas for growth and create a plan tailored to your unique situation.
New clients welcome. I work with children and adults as a dedicated Mental Health Counselor Associate. I specialize in working with children and teens, helping them navigate the complexities of growing up. Some special interests include school challenges, autism special needs, depression, anxiety, trauma, and adjustment struggles. I also work with adults facing anxiety, depression, parenting challenges, and life transitions. My approach is compassionate and personalized, aiming to create a safe and supportive environment where you can explore your feelings and develop coping strategies.
New clients welcome. I work with children and adults as a dedicated Mental Health Counselor Associate. I specialize in working with children and teens, helping them navigate the complexities of growing up. Some special interests include school challenges, autism special needs, depression, anxiety, trauma, and adjustment struggles. I also work with adults facing anxiety, depression, parenting challenges, and life transitions. My approach is compassionate and personalized, aiming to create a safe and supportive environment where you can explore your feelings and develop coping strategies.
We will meet in a quiet, confidential setting where we will speak about your concerns. It is important for me to understand the totality of what is happening in your life and I want to hear your observations. As well, I will be asking many questions so that together we can form an understanding of what is taking place in your life. It is very common to feel depressed, anxious and to have problems with relationships. These difficult feelings can be due to circumstances and/or traumatic events. In addition, Covid adds another layer of complication to most of our lives.
We will meet in a quiet, confidential setting where we will speak about your concerns. It is important for me to understand the totality of what is happening in your life and I want to hear your observations. As well, I will be asking many questions so that together we can form an understanding of what is taking place in your life. It is very common to feel depressed, anxious and to have problems with relationships. These difficult feelings can be due to circumstances and/or traumatic events. In addition, Covid adds another layer of complication to most of our lives.
Sometimes it can feel alarming to realize our anxiety, depression or trauma is not just in our heads, but in our bodies as well. We might try to change the way we are thinking, but we still don't feel at home in our own skin. We can start to feel afraid that nothing will ever change. As a somatic (body-centered) psychotherapist trained in trauma across the lifespan, it is my honor to support clients in discovering that much more is possible than at first imagined. I enjoy helping clients identify what is right and natural about themselves, and to heal through their own fully-trustworthy inner wisdom.
Sometimes it can feel alarming to realize our anxiety, depression or trauma is not just in our heads, but in our bodies as well. We might try to change the way we are thinking, but we still don't feel at home in our own skin. We can start to feel afraid that nothing will ever change. As a somatic (body-centered) psychotherapist trained in trauma across the lifespan, it is my honor to support clients in discovering that much more is possible than at first imagined. I enjoy helping clients identify what is right and natural about themselves, and to heal through their own fully-trustworthy inner wisdom.
I'm a solution-focused, results-oriented counselor with a passion for helping people in the most efficient yet comprehensive manner possible. My clients and I identify opportunities for growth in all three aspects of mental health: behaviors, thoughts and emotions. I then suggest evidence-based treatment methods to match our specified goals. This often includes lifestyle change, healthy habit formation and cognitive therapy. Most often, I work with clients' present-day experiences, with less focus on the past. Many of my clients tell me that traditional talk therapy has not worked for them, and they want to try something different.
I'm a solution-focused, results-oriented counselor with a passion for helping people in the most efficient yet comprehensive manner possible. My clients and I identify opportunities for growth in all three aspects of mental health: behaviors, thoughts and emotions. I then suggest evidence-based treatment methods to match our specified goals. This often includes lifestyle change, healthy habit formation and cognitive therapy. Most often, I work with clients' present-day experiences, with less focus on the past. Many of my clients tell me that traditional talk therapy has not worked for them, and they want to try something different.
Jim Kaing
Counselor, MA, LMHC, MHP, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wenatchee, WA 98801 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
My holistic approach integrates physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual forms of well-being. The overall goal is to help individuals develop a deeper understanding of themselves on all these levels. For some, the goal of counseling may be to improve personal, familial, social, and/or community functioning. While for others, the aim is building, self-esteem, reducing anxiety or strengthening coping mechanisms. I provide a safe and non-judgmental space for individuals to unpack emotional and mental distress while working on grounding techniques, challenging unhelpful automatic thoughts, and processing trauma.
My holistic approach integrates physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual forms of well-being. The overall goal is to help individuals develop a deeper understanding of themselves on all these levels. For some, the goal of counseling may be to improve personal, familial, social, and/or community functioning. While for others, the aim is building, self-esteem, reducing anxiety or strengthening coping mechanisms. I provide a safe and non-judgmental space for individuals to unpack emotional and mental distress while working on grounding techniques, challenging unhelpful automatic thoughts, and processing trauma.
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I am not accepting new clients at this time. I will update as openings become available. Wishing you wellness on your path. As an art therapist and clinical mental health counselor, I work primarily with adult women who have a desire to explore and transform emotions and symptoms into authentic expressions through art making. Sessions often include talking, mindfulness, somatic grounding, art making, and other forms of holistic and evidence-based therapies. Through the process of creative exploration, clients discover strengths and resources within themselves that help them solve problems and recover a deeper sense of self.
I am not accepting new clients at this time. I will update as openings become available. Wishing you wellness on your path. As an art therapist and clinical mental health counselor, I work primarily with adult women who have a desire to explore and transform emotions and symptoms into authentic expressions through art making. Sessions often include talking, mindfulness, somatic grounding, art making, and other forms of holistic and evidence-based therapies. Through the process of creative exploration, clients discover strengths and resources within themselves that help them solve problems and recover a deeper sense of self.
Emily Laughlin, Individual Therapy for Women, EMDR
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
East Wenatchee, WA 98802 (Online Only)
I help motivated women stop feeling, numb, anxious, and checked out so you can enjoy your life. You need to get a handle on your triggers, or your relationships will suffer. You don't want to react this way, but it's out of your control. There is trauma lurking at the surface and you’re ready to address it so you can feel more confident, calm, and energized. Are you finding yourself reactive, anxious, tired, and overwhelmed? You’re not alone and I can help.
I help motivated women stop feeling, numb, anxious, and checked out so you can enjoy your life. You need to get a handle on your triggers, or your relationships will suffer. You don't want to react this way, but it's out of your control. There is trauma lurking at the surface and you’re ready to address it so you can feel more confident, calm, and energized. Are you finding yourself reactive, anxious, tired, and overwhelmed? You’re not alone and I can help.
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As a psychodynamic therapist, I am concerned with how you've experienced relationships throughout your life and in utilizing our relationship as therapist and client for your healing and growth.
At some point, many of us can be overwhelmed by feelings anxiety, anger, disconnectedness -- or maybe we simply feel stuck in life. These painful places are not just emotional experiences; they can also be seen as spiritual. They carry the potential to transform us. The key to unlocking such transformation is to listen deeply enough to discover the meaning inherent in our most difficult experiences. I can help you to do that; it is the work I love to do. My goal is to help you discover greater freedom by connecting with your own deepest wisdom.
As a psychodynamic therapist, I am concerned with how you've experienced relationships throughout your life and in utilizing our relationship as therapist and client for your healing and growth.
At some point, many of us can be overwhelmed by feelings anxiety, anger, disconnectedness -- or maybe we simply feel stuck in life. These painful places are not just emotional experiences; they can also be seen as spiritual. They carry the potential to transform us. The key to unlocking such transformation is to listen deeply enough to discover the meaning inherent in our most difficult experiences. I can help you to do that; it is the work I love to do. My goal is to help you discover greater freedom by connecting with your own deepest wisdom.
Welcome! My name is Dan Meier and I am a relational, psychodynamic therapist. In practice, this means I work collaboratively with my clients and pay special attention to stories, embodied messages, and relational dynamics. I work this way because I believe harm and healing both take place within the context of relationship. Counseling offers the opportunity to explore our painful stories in the presence of an attuned, compassionate professional and rediscover our hope. Together, you and I will work toward meaningful change, greater self-acceptance, and deep healing.
Welcome! My name is Dan Meier and I am a relational, psychodynamic therapist. In practice, this means I work collaboratively with my clients and pay special attention to stories, embodied messages, and relational dynamics. I work this way because I believe harm and healing both take place within the context of relationship. Counseling offers the opportunity to explore our painful stories in the presence of an attuned, compassionate professional and rediscover our hope. Together, you and I will work toward meaningful change, greater self-acceptance, and deep healing.
I am an Approved Clinical Supervisor and I offer Individual Psychotherapy, Couples and Family Therapy to help people heal and develop skills for improving relationships and communication, find new ways to cope with stress, depression and anxiety, and create healthier and more adaptive patterns. My treatment approach is psychodynamic and client-centered, offered in a safe, compassionate and supportive environment. Attachment focused therapy can help strengthen bonds by resolving old patterns of interacting, and creating space for healthy, rewarding connections.
I am an Approved Clinical Supervisor and I offer Individual Psychotherapy, Couples and Family Therapy to help people heal and develop skills for improving relationships and communication, find new ways to cope with stress, depression and anxiety, and create healthier and more adaptive patterns. My treatment approach is psychodynamic and client-centered, offered in a safe, compassionate and supportive environment. Attachment focused therapy can help strengthen bonds by resolving old patterns of interacting, and creating space for healthy, rewarding connections.
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Is psychodynamic therapy evidence-based?
Studies have found psychodynamic therapy to be effective in treating conditions like social anxiety, eating disorders, chronic pain, some personality disorders, and depression; indeed, some studies have found it to be just as effective as CBT or medication. What’s more, several studies have found that the benefits of psychodynamic therapy tend to endure—even grow—long after treatment has ended.
How long does psychodynamic therapy last?
Unlike CBT and other more structured forms of therapy, psychodynamic therapy tends to be open-ended and may not be limited to a set number of sessions. It is common for clients to be in therapy for a year or longer and to see their therapist one to three times a week, though the exact schedule and timeline may vary depending on a client’s challenges and progress. However, brief psychodynamic therapy is available, which tends to be more goal-oriented and typically unfolds over 16 to 30 sessions.
Does psychodynamic therapy work?
Research finds that psychodynamic therapy can help someone manage or reduce symptoms of diagnosable mental health conditions like depression or anxiety. The modality may also offer a range of benefits that are harder to measure but just as valuable—such as increased self-worth or healthier relationships. While no therapy type will work for everyone, research and anecdotal evidence suggest that psychodynamic therapy can be highly effective.
What are the limitations of psychodynamic therapy?
Some meta-analyses have concluded that there is little evidence to suggest that psychodynamic therapy can effectively treat certain mental health conditions such as PTSD, OCD, or psychosis, though it is sometimes used to do so. More broadly, the open-ended, free-association structure of psychodynamic therapy may be frustrating for clients who prefer a more structured, time-limited, or goal-oriented approach.