Culturally Sensitive Therapists in Woodinville, WA

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Jean Weng
Counselor, MD, MA, LMHC, MS
Verified Verified
Woodinville, WA 98077  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I have been practicing psychotherapy in the Seattle area in the past 20 years, provided service to clients who have anxiety, depression, bipolar, schizoaffective disorder and other conditions such as social difficulties, parenting skills, and stress management. I am a WS state approved supervisor, training MA level counselor toward their LMHC license. 我善长焦虑,忧郁,创伤治疗,也帮助顾客解决人际关系,工作压力,夫妻关系,亲子关系相关的问题。 综合我的学历,专业知识结构,临床经验,人生阅历,我相信如果有华语顾客需要心理咨询,我将是你们的最佳人选。 我会用我的专业知识和素养,为您提供优质服务。
I have been practicing psychotherapy in the Seattle area in the past 20 years, provided service to clients who have anxiety, depression, bipolar, schizoaffective disorder and other conditions such as social difficulties, parenting skills, and stress management. I am a WS state approved supervisor, training MA level counselor toward their LMHC license. 我善长焦虑,忧郁,创伤治疗,也帮助顾客解决人际关系,工作压力,夫妻关系,亲子关系相关的问题。 综合我的学历,专业知识结构,临床经验,人生阅历,我相信如果有华语顾客需要心理咨询,我将是你们的最佳人选。 我会用我的专业知识和素养,为您提供优质服务。
(425) 654-4852 View (425) 654-4852
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Beck Judy Therapy
Mental Health Counselor Associate, MACP, LMHCA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Woodinville, WA 98072
Individuals and couples crave a discerning witness to their experience. Someone to walk beside them who can hold what is true now, as well as hope for their future. Whether you are experiencing a difficult season, processing harm, curious about how your story has impacted your life, or simply needing a witness to your current struggle- I'd love to walk with you toward health and transformation. Often, couples seek help for communication issues in their relationships. Couples therapy addresses communication and how your individual stories impact your current relationship.
Individuals and couples crave a discerning witness to their experience. Someone to walk beside them who can hold what is true now, as well as hope for their future. Whether you are experiencing a difficult season, processing harm, curious about how your story has impacted your life, or simply needing a witness to your current struggle- I'd love to walk with you toward health and transformation. Often, couples seek help for communication issues in their relationships. Couples therapy addresses communication and how your individual stories impact your current relationship.
(425) 793-2097 View (425) 793-2097
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Kres Jones
Counselor, MA, MHP, LMHCA
Verified Verified
Woodinville, WA 98072  (Online Only)
We don’t always have control over the things that happen to us in life, but we do have control over how we choose to respond to them. When we know ourselves, and family patterns, & have the power to own our own history we are better equipped to meet these challenges & establish healthy patterns. I believe in a person-centered, integrative, strengths-based, bio-psychosocial approach. Regardless of your story, it is your own & as such you are the expert. My role is to help assist you along your journey by helping to facilitate a deeper understanding of who you are while reminding you of the importance of self-compassion & self-care.
We don’t always have control over the things that happen to us in life, but we do have control over how we choose to respond to them. When we know ourselves, and family patterns, & have the power to own our own history we are better equipped to meet these challenges & establish healthy patterns. I believe in a person-centered, integrative, strengths-based, bio-psychosocial approach. Regardless of your story, it is your own & as such you are the expert. My role is to help assist you along your journey by helping to facilitate a deeper understanding of who you are while reminding you of the importance of self-compassion & self-care.
(425) 406-4856 View (425) 406-4856
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Hart Haragutchi
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Woodinville, WA 98072
You feel overwhelmed by anxiety, paralyzed by self-doubt, or trapped by painful memories. It might feel hard to remember a time that you didn’t feel so stuck and unsure how to move forward. You’re tired of feeling tired, and you want to move forward. You’re ready to feel like yourself again. You’re ready to heal and live fully.
You feel overwhelmed by anxiety, paralyzed by self-doubt, or trapped by painful memories. It might feel hard to remember a time that you didn’t feel so stuck and unsure how to move forward. You’re tired of feeling tired, and you want to move forward. You’re ready to feel like yourself again. You’re ready to heal and live fully.
(425) 243-1820 View (425) 243-1820
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Jenny L. Donovan
Counselor, MA, LMHCA
Verified Verified
Woodinville, WA 98077  (Online Only)
Seeking therapy can be good news! One of the deepest needs for people is wholeness, to be fully accepted as they are and to experience relationships as a healing force toward growth and self-understanding. In my practice, clients are met with the deepest respect, the knowledge of underlying needs and patterns to be explored, and a passionate curiosity about your irreplaceable and meaningful existence in life.
Seeking therapy can be good news! One of the deepest needs for people is wholeness, to be fully accepted as they are and to experience relationships as a healing force toward growth and self-understanding. In my practice, clients are met with the deepest respect, the knowledge of underlying needs and patterns to be explored, and a passionate curiosity about your irreplaceable and meaningful existence in life.
(206) 222-7343 View (206) 222-7343
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Sondra Beres
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Woodinville, WA 98072  (Online Only)
I provide a safe and compassionate space for you to reflect, find clarity, and feel supported as you make changes to make your life more what you'd like it to be. Sometimes this is after many years of trying to make relationships work without therapy. Sometimes this is when you realize you're too lonely and isolated and need some support to break those isolating habits. Sometimes this is when you have taken on all the stress and responsibility of your family and you feel at your breaking point. Psychotherapy can help you find ways to make your life the one you want to be living.
I provide a safe and compassionate space for you to reflect, find clarity, and feel supported as you make changes to make your life more what you'd like it to be. Sometimes this is after many years of trying to make relationships work without therapy. Sometimes this is when you realize you're too lonely and isolated and need some support to break those isolating habits. Sometimes this is when you have taken on all the stress and responsibility of your family and you feel at your breaking point. Psychotherapy can help you find ways to make your life the one you want to be living.
(425) 437-2821 View (425) 437-2821
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Sheryl L Rekevics
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, CDPT
Verified Verified
Woodinville, WA 98072
Waitlist for new clients
Life can be hard, and at times very painful. We can easily get stuck and need a little help to get back on track. I have over 18 years of clinical experience providing counseling to teens, adults, couples and families as they navigate and resolve some of life’s toughest challenges. I believe that all individuals possess an innate ability to heal and to grow with the right support and resources. I consider it an honor to work with my clients as they seek to regain balance and hope. Change is possible!!
Life can be hard, and at times very painful. We can easily get stuck and need a little help to get back on track. I have over 18 years of clinical experience providing counseling to teens, adults, couples and families as they navigate and resolve some of life’s toughest challenges. I believe that all individuals possess an innate ability to heal and to grow with the right support and resources. I consider it an honor to work with my clients as they seek to regain balance and hope. Change is possible!!
(425) 287-5479 View (425) 287-5479
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Jaclyn George
Counselor, LMHC, SUDP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Woodinville, WA 98072  (Online Only)
You deserve a voice in the therapy experience, after all, you are the expert of your life story. I believe therapy looks different for each client sitting with me and come with a variety of ways to help you realize your goals as you set them. The virtual space we occupy together during our sessions is incredibly important to me. I want you to feel heard and understood first and foremost. I work towards building a strong rapport with each client so as we progress forward we can work collaboratively to challenge aspects of your life that may not be working for you anymore.
You deserve a voice in the therapy experience, after all, you are the expert of your life story. I believe therapy looks different for each client sitting with me and come with a variety of ways to help you realize your goals as you set them. The virtual space we occupy together during our sessions is incredibly important to me. I want you to feel heard and understood first and foremost. I work towards building a strong rapport with each client so as we progress forward we can work collaboratively to challenge aspects of your life that may not be working for you anymore.
(425) 970-9488 View (425) 970-9488
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Susie Winston
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Woodinville, WA 98077
Susie Winston is a Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) who has provided mental health counseling and therapy to individuals, children, and families for more than 40 years. Susie's long career in Community Mental Health, both in California and in Washington, has enabled her to develop a deep commitment to recovery and a strong belief in the ability of the human spirit to heal. Susie creates a safe place to explore past memories, feelings, and meanings that may be unhelpful; to empower individuals to become their best and most authentic self. Susie is also available for clinical supervision for therapists wanting to improve their skills
Susie Winston is a Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) who has provided mental health counseling and therapy to individuals, children, and families for more than 40 years. Susie's long career in Community Mental Health, both in California and in Washington, has enabled her to develop a deep commitment to recovery and a strong belief in the ability of the human spirit to heal. Susie creates a safe place to explore past memories, feelings, and meanings that may be unhelpful; to empower individuals to become their best and most authentic self. Susie is also available for clinical supervision for therapists wanting to improve their skills
(425) 600-5346 View (425) 600-5346
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Bina Bakhtiar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSWA, MHP
Not Verified Not Verified
Woodinville, WA 98072
Sometimes we encounter hardships that seem too overwhelming or painful to manage. These struggles may occur in marriage, family relationships, parenting, at work, or coping with every-day life. They can be destabilizing, leaving us feeling hopeless and helpless. I believe these uncomfortable emotions can often be a window of opportunity to look deeper into what has happened, our role in it, and our reaction to it. Within these moments, we can unravel our own inner wisdom to help us heal and grow.
Sometimes we encounter hardships that seem too overwhelming or painful to manage. These struggles may occur in marriage, family relationships, parenting, at work, or coping with every-day life. They can be destabilizing, leaving us feeling hopeless and helpless. I believe these uncomfortable emotions can often be a window of opportunity to look deeper into what has happened, our role in it, and our reaction to it. Within these moments, we can unravel our own inner wisdom to help us heal and grow.
(206) 745-0960 View (206) 745-0960
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Stephanie E Cuevas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Woodinville, WA 98072  (Online Only)
Feeling stuck? Having thoughts like “I’m not good enough”, "you’re letting everyone down", or just feeling overwhelmed with anxiety. It feels like there’s so much happening…You try so hard for everyone else in your life and there’s nothing left for you. It can feel like drowning. These feelings, while normal, are very isolating. As a late ADHD-er/neuro-spicy individual I know how complicated all these things can be. I've worked 12 years in the mental health field with adults navigating issues of anxiety, ADHD, trauma, family of origin stuff and burnout with the goal of improving self-esteem and quality of life.
Feeling stuck? Having thoughts like “I’m not good enough”, "you’re letting everyone down", or just feeling overwhelmed with anxiety. It feels like there’s so much happening…You try so hard for everyone else in your life and there’s nothing left for you. It can feel like drowning. These feelings, while normal, are very isolating. As a late ADHD-er/neuro-spicy individual I know how complicated all these things can be. I've worked 12 years in the mental health field with adults navigating issues of anxiety, ADHD, trauma, family of origin stuff and burnout with the goal of improving self-esteem and quality of life.
(425) 600-7421 View (425) 600-7421
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Jeanette Ashworth
Counselor, MS, NCC, LMHCA
Verified Verified
Woodinville, WA 98072
Do you want to feel deeply listened to and understood, experience stress reduction, more hope and happiness, overcome fears or challenges, find greater meaning, purpose? Compassionate, respectful care for Individuals, Parents, Families: Life Transitions, ADHD, Autism, IDD, Anxiety, and more.
Do you want to feel deeply listened to and understood, experience stress reduction, more hope and happiness, overcome fears or challenges, find greater meaning, purpose? Compassionate, respectful care for Individuals, Parents, Families: Life Transitions, ADHD, Autism, IDD, Anxiety, and more.
(425) 264-8693 View (425) 264-8693
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Sarah Landrum
Counselor, MA, LMHC, MHP
Verified Verified
Woodinville, WA 98072
With over 15 years of experience in mental health, I help individuals and couples discover, create, and sustain the positive changes they seek in their lives. I specialize in anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and trauma. However, I have worked with many mental health issues over the years and frequently work with stress, addiction, motivation, intimacy issues, family conflict, life changes/adjustments, grief, communication issues, emotional regulation, parenting, self-esteem, and personal growth and discovery. I have extensive experience working with adults, teens, couples and families.
With over 15 years of experience in mental health, I help individuals and couples discover, create, and sustain the positive changes they seek in their lives. I specialize in anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and trauma. However, I have worked with many mental health issues over the years and frequently work with stress, addiction, motivation, intimacy issues, family conflict, life changes/adjustments, grief, communication issues, emotional regulation, parenting, self-esteem, and personal growth and discovery. I have extensive experience working with adults, teens, couples and families.
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Bahareh Yazdi
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Woodinville, WA 98072  (Online Only)
I am a licensed mental health counselor (LH6060868) in WA state with over 20 years of experience working with individuals and couples. As a therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. I create a safe and supportive environment where you feel empowered to explore your thoughts and feelings. I believe in a collaborative approach to therapy where we work together to develop effective strategies for coping and growth.
I am a licensed mental health counselor (LH6060868) in WA state with over 20 years of experience working with individuals and couples. As a therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. I create a safe and supportive environment where you feel empowered to explore your thoughts and feelings. I believe in a collaborative approach to therapy where we work together to develop effective strategies for coping and growth.
(425) 318-8802 View (425) 318-8802
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Crystal McGregor
Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, MA
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Woodinville, WA 98072  (Online Only)
You have drive, fire, and a passion for everything you do. You don’t waste your time and may have tried other therapeutic approaches, with limited results. You are relentless and are not satisfied until you achieve what you desire. You tend to specialize and surround yourself with like-minded people. You want to partner with someone who can match your level of motivation, intensity, focus, and enthusiasm. You set very high standards for yourself and others but are often disappointed. You are unique and gifted, but also feel alone, misunderstood, and on the outside.
You have drive, fire, and a passion for everything you do. You don’t waste your time and may have tried other therapeutic approaches, with limited results. You are relentless and are not satisfied until you achieve what you desire. You tend to specialize and surround yourself with like-minded people. You want to partner with someone who can match your level of motivation, intensity, focus, and enthusiasm. You set very high standards for yourself and others but are often disappointed. You are unique and gifted, but also feel alone, misunderstood, and on the outside.
(206) 208-9495 View (206) 208-9495
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Evergreen Spindle Counseling
Counselor, LMCHA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Woodinville, WA 98072
I work with all kinds of people, but I especially welcome gender expansive identities, neurodivergent individuals, and those with trauma. My goal is to help you navigate hard times, and to assist you in your journey to a deeper understanding of yourself. No, you are not lazy or too emotional. Navigating our world can be overwhelming and overstimulating. All parts are welcome here.
I work with all kinds of people, but I especially welcome gender expansive identities, neurodivergent individuals, and those with trauma. My goal is to help you navigate hard times, and to assist you in your journey to a deeper understanding of yourself. No, you are not lazy or too emotional. Navigating our world can be overwhelming and overstimulating. All parts are welcome here.
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Moriah Melendez
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMHCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Woodinville, WA 98072  (Online Only)
Now Accepting New Clients! Do you describe yourself as a reluctant/recovering perfectionist, people pleaser, codependent, or a caretaker, the ‘mom’ of your friend group? Do you feel as though no one really knows or understands you? Do you have a hard time saying ‘no’ and end up overextending yourself or back out of things often? Are you good at anticipating the needs and feelings of others? My clients typically struggle with insecurity, thought spiraling, overthinking. They often struggle with their self-worth and have a hard time understanding who they are. They're self-aware, but unsure of what they need or how to change.
Now Accepting New Clients! Do you describe yourself as a reluctant/recovering perfectionist, people pleaser, codependent, or a caretaker, the ‘mom’ of your friend group? Do you feel as though no one really knows or understands you? Do you have a hard time saying ‘no’ and end up overextending yourself or back out of things often? Are you good at anticipating the needs and feelings of others? My clients typically struggle with insecurity, thought spiraling, overthinking. They often struggle with their self-worth and have a hard time understanding who they are. They're self-aware, but unsure of what they need or how to change.
(425) 786-2091 View (425) 786-2091
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Mary Picardal
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Woodinville, WA 98072  (Online Only)
I offer 100% teletherapy for adults (individuals and couples). The foundation of my practice is based on attachment and guided by research and work by Dr. Sue Johnson and Dr. John Gottman. I am passionate about helping others strengthen and build secure attachments. My work is centered around treating anxiety, depression, women’s issues, self-esteem issues, trauma, grief, and attachment disorders. The treatment modalities I utilize are attachment-based, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), feminist perspective, the Gottman Method, motivational interviewing, and Trauma Focused-CBT to name a few.
I offer 100% teletherapy for adults (individuals and couples). The foundation of my practice is based on attachment and guided by research and work by Dr. Sue Johnson and Dr. John Gottman. I am passionate about helping others strengthen and build secure attachments. My work is centered around treating anxiety, depression, women’s issues, self-esteem issues, trauma, grief, and attachment disorders. The treatment modalities I utilize are attachment-based, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), feminist perspective, the Gottman Method, motivational interviewing, and Trauma Focused-CBT to name a few.
(206) 203-3403 View (206) 203-3403
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Mei-Ling Vargas-Johnson
Counselor, MA, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Woodinville, WA 98072  (Online Only)
PEAK Psychological Wellness is a group practice that provides culturally responsive individual therapy and psychological evaluation. As a Latina counselor, I wholeheartedly value identity, intersectionality, and autonomy as fundamental to the therapeutic process. I believe that therapy provides us with the opportunity to express ourselves to the fullest extent without fear of judgment or retaliation. My goal as a therapist is to create an affirming space for you to explore difficult feelings by harnessing your strengths and honoring your boundaries, all while providing and receiving constructive feedback along the way.
PEAK Psychological Wellness is a group practice that provides culturally responsive individual therapy and psychological evaluation. As a Latina counselor, I wholeheartedly value identity, intersectionality, and autonomy as fundamental to the therapeutic process. I believe that therapy provides us with the opportunity to express ourselves to the fullest extent without fear of judgment or retaliation. My goal as a therapist is to create an affirming space for you to explore difficult feelings by harnessing your strengths and honoring your boundaries, all while providing and receiving constructive feedback along the way.
(206) 502-0951 View (206) 502-0951
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Amanda H Abou-Zaki
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Woodinville, WA 98072
Life is unpredictable with many ups and downs. No matter how much we want life to move in a linear fashion it often goes unplanned causing us to feel off balance. I believe therapy is a safe place to begin your own personal journey and learning to be present in your life. It allows you to rediscover who you are. Therapy is different for every individual and/or couple. I have an EMDR, existential & integrative approach to helping clients create healthy, fulfilling and rewarding lives. I integrate therapeutic styles depending on the best fit for client and situation.
Life is unpredictable with many ups and downs. No matter how much we want life to move in a linear fashion it often goes unplanned causing us to feel off balance. I believe therapy is a safe place to begin your own personal journey and learning to be present in your life. It allows you to rediscover who you are. Therapy is different for every individual and/or couple. I have an EMDR, existential & integrative approach to helping clients create healthy, fulfilling and rewarding lives. I integrate therapeutic styles depending on the best fit for client and situation.
(425) 217-1348 View (425) 217-1348
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Culturally Sensitive Therapists

How does culturally sensitive therapy work?

A culturally sensitive therapist will tailor their approach to therapy based on the individual client’s background. This may include changing their style of interaction (asking open-ended questions vs. being the “expert” voice), their affect (seeming warm or “neutral”), how much personal information they disclose about themselves, and more. It’s also important for a culturally sensitive therapist to acknowledge larger societal forces that may impact their client due to the client’s background.

How effective is culturally sensitive therapy?

Some professionals have expressed concern about highlighting cultural differences in therapy, suggesting that it might promote stereotypes and harm the therapeutic bond; however, many experts agree that cultural sensitivity tends to strengthen the connection between therapist and client and help clients feel heard and understood. A culturally sensitive approach to therapy can be especially helpful for those not in the cultural majority, especially when combined with proven therapies like Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).

What are the limitations of a culturally sensitive approach to therapy?

While being culturally sensitive is generally a valuable skill to have, a therapist cannot treat every client from a similar background the same way. Each client is an individual with their own values, personal preferences, and life experiences that will need to be explored during therapy. In addition, it’s rare for a therapist and client to have identical backgrounds, so there may be some cross-cultural differences to navigate during therapy, but a culturally sensitive therapist can do so with empathy and respect.

Can culturally sensitive therapy be done online?

Yes, online therapy using a culturally sensitive approach can be beneficial. Therapy can sometimes be difficult to access for clients from diverse backgrounds and socioeconomic standing. The array of mental health support available through the internet makes it possible for clients to find a good therapist match regardless of where they live.