Female Therapists in Woodland, WA

I specialize in working with Couples, Teens/young adults and LGBTQ+ (individual & couples). My heart and passion is helping people find healing within themselves and their relationships. I have been working in Mental Health and Human Services for over 20 years. I have a strong trauma-informed approach and practice. Many of the teens/young adults who come see me LOVE my background in Expressive Art therapy. I have a heart for working with our rainbow/LGBTQ+ community, I am Kink aware, open an affirming of diverse intimate connections, there are so many ways to heal, create connection and family.

The common misconception is that therapy is for "crazy" or "sick" people. Instead I believe it is a chance to work with clients on how to use their challenges as opportunities for change and growth. It is also a time to better understand our view of the world, examine any relationship issues, and become better versions of ourselves. I focus on each individual's unique characteristics, instead of what a diagnosis may say about them.

Hello my name is Kathleen and I am Marriage and Family Therapist offering in person and virtual appointments. I have a passion for providing a nonjudgmental and safe space. I offer a collaborative approach to working with others and value the importance of gaining a deep understanding of one’s emotional history and helping to align behaviors with values. I work with individuals ages 13 and up and use a variety of treatment approaches including Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Solutions-Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Interpersonal Psychotherapy, Family Systems Therapy and Equine Assisted Psychotherapy

As a clinician, I believe that the therapeutic process is a collaborative one. You are the expert of your own life and experiences. Because of this, I believe that your therapy experience should be tailored to you and your needs. I specialize in working with individuals in relationships that don’t feel fulfilling or who struggle with feelings of depression, anxiety, disconnection from thoughts and emotions, low self-esteem, boundary setting, and grief.

As we journey through life, we will inevitably face many challenges and periods of growth or set-back. Whether navigating challenging emotions, life transitions, career or relationship difficulties, or confronting unresolved trauma, these experiences may result in mental health symptoms. Challenges with mental health can manifest as a sense of being trapped in an unfulfilling life, difficulty releasing painful aspects of the past, or feeling weighed down by life's demands. A common outcome of experiences of trauma, depression, and anxiety is the emergence of negative thoughts and a distorted perception of self.

I'm interested in helping you figure out what you want, and helping you get there. Being a teen and young adult is so stressful and weird, with or without other factors like mental health issues. I can help with all the identity exploration that you might need like sexuality, gender, career goals, education plans, self-esteem, etc., as well as issues like depression, anxiety, trauma, suicide, and self harm. If your parent/guardian is "making" you come, we can work with that too. Just remember, you're the one who consents for therapy, so you choose what we work on.

Do you feel like you're constantly running from one thing to the other but never feeling fulfilled? Are you struggling with how to care for yourself with so much else on your plate? I'm here to help. I specialize in supporting individuals struggling with burnout, overwhelm, and anxiety. My clients are often those burned out with corporate life or busy professionals juggling both work and home. Together, we can explore the root causes of your dissatisfaction and develop strategies to create a life that feels meaningful and joyful.

Are the choices of others negatively affecting you? Are you losing your temper and isolating? Have you lost hope in the future or finding a solution? If you have said yes to any of those questions, you don't have to go through it alone. As your therapist, I make every effort to try and help you discover more effective ways of thinking, behaving, and coping with what has brought you to therapy. There are different paths you could take to freedom from your situation, together let's try and find the best path for you!

Scheduling neurodiversity-affirming adult psychological assessments with appts available in September 2024. Closed to new psychotherapy clients. This practice focuses on comprehensive psychological evaluations that are impactful and life-enhancing. I focus on ADHD presentations in women, BIPOC, and in previously undiagnosed mid-life adults. Expertly done, psychological evaluations assist with self-understanding, access to services and accommodations, and provide crucial information for your next steps. If you want to connect the dots between your symptoms and lived experience, a comprehensive report can offer clarity.

If you're unsatisfied with the status quo, then let's find your sublime. Adults looking for a creative outlet, a place to vent, or support for hard times are my ideal clients. I specialize in anxiety and depression, work stress and career goals, identity or relationship issues, life changes or traumatic events. Unusual tales and winding paths are welcome—there is no judgment for any stories you bring. You are accepted wholeheartedly with caring curiosity. We'll talk, feel, brainstorm, problem solve, or use a creative process if you can't find the words. Together, we'll help you find freedom of expression and the potential to grow.

In life, we learn to do what we have to in order to survive. Sometimes that means finding skills to escape trauma that don't end up serving us in the long run. I am passionate about helping individuals nourish their mind, body and spirit to overcome trauma, anxiety disorders, eating disorders, addictive behaviors, poor self-image and other mental health struggles. I believe in helping my clients feel empowered to trust their instincts and create coping skills, self love, and a life they don't want to escape from.

Life is not like a box of chocolates. Life is like a roller coaster with ups and downs, highs and lows, successes and failures. Therapy is about navigating through it. Depression, Anxiety, Substance Abuse and Early Childhood Traumas interfere with everyday functioning and cause us to make decisions that do not serve us well. At one point, most of our unhealthy coping tools were survival skills. They were beneficial and warranted at the time but now interfere with creating a life worth living. It's time to challenge those outdated coping tools with more useful, practical and efficient ones.

Helping Professionals Wellness Center serve individuals and families who are experiencing difficulties due to substance use, mental health, and domestic violence . We offer individual, family, and group counseling, in addition to weekly Outpatient and Intensive Outpatient substance use group sessions. We are a certified as a Deferred Prosecution Treatment agency for DUI and offer Alcohol & Drug Education School (ADES) on Saturdays, in addition to drug screening. We are a certified Domestic Violence Intervention Treatment provider. We accept most insurance. We place a high value on individualized treatment and care.