Therapists in Seattle, WA

I partner with individuals to discover their unique way through their life challenges to experience more resilience, hope, and meaning. Working with ways that cultural and family histories, including our big and little traumas, shape responses to challenges, individuals can develop more satisfying relationships and emotional freedom. These benefits are especially supportive of parents in the prenatal, birth, and postpartum periods and in the years beyond. As a writer, as well as a psychotherapist, I am able to incorporate therapeutic writing as a part of the the co-creative therapy process, with those who choose.

I enjoy working with people from a wide variety of backgrounds and concerns. Are you experiencing depression, anxiety, life stressors, work or relationship dissatisfaction, grief, the impact from trauma, trouble adjusting to life transitions or illness, sleep problems, OCD, phobias, substance use issues or some other problem? I want to help you reach your optimal health, which may include both mental and physical health goals. I know it can be difficult to share such personal experiences with a new person, so it’s important to me to create a trusting bond to work on your concerns.

We've all heard the saying: communication is key. But when we have feelings for someone, critical conversations can be hard to start. Our minds go blank, we become hyper-focused on our partner, and leaving the room can feel like the safest option. I work with individuals to help them strengthen communication and explore a deeper, healthier connection in their relationships.

WEEEKEND SESSIONS AVAILABLE. What's your story? Do you know how you got here? Where are the plot twists you still can't figure out? Let's look at it together, page by page, line by line. There are several different ways we can work together: 1. Counseling from a CBT/psychodynamic perspective. Whatever the issue, there's no reason to figure it out alone! 2. Relationship counseling: Let me help you write a love story! 3. Guided Autobiography: Write that life story - either alone or with a writing group. 4. Positive psychology coaching: Build community. Find purpose and meaning. Achieve your goals. Operate from your strengths.

My approach to therapy is dually focused: I offer evidenced based interventions that teach skills and concepts to help you better manage emotional and mental discomfort. I also focus on insight, so I like to explore the deeper self, your existential curiosity, core beliefs, and values. I have found this approach can increase resilience, foster healing, and allow growth. I am collaborative, encouraging, and enjoy incorporating laughter and humor into sessions when appropriate.

Therapy provides an opportunity to get to the root cause of whatever is getting in the way of your achieving satisfaction in your life. It is in that deeper place where lasting change is possible. I believe effective therapy is client directed and compassionate. It must also be done through the unfolding of a therapeutic relationship where safety, insight, vulnerability and playfulness are encouraged and supported. Through my years of experience treating mild to severe problems including anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship, parenting and transitional issues, I have become good at helping to focus this process and achieve results.

I provide therapy to adult individuals and couples who are dealing with relationship difficulties, depression, anxiety, worry, or trauma. By working with me, you will become better able to understand your emotions and change those that are causing you suffering. Being of half South Asian decent, I'm also passionate about working with ethnic minorities, inter-cultural/racial couples, and fellow South Asians. I want to help you find more clarity about your - and your partner's - emotions, so you can build more fulfilling relationships and make better strides toward your life goals.

I bring deep understanding and compassion for the ways individuals try to keep themselves safe within our current political climate. Eating disorders, addiction and other actions can be a wise choice for coping, seeking escape from marginalization, and finding our way through oppression. However, they become unsustainable and cause harm over time. I will partner with you to explore your values, build compassion and understanding for yourself, and create a foundation for embodiment, intuition, and joy with your body through nourishment and movement.

I have always been interested in people, their strengths, goals, and utilizing personal opportunities. What these are, exactly, is not always clear. I am open-minded and direct, which is how I would describe my work method. Through reflection and questioning, I will give back what I see in terms of behavior, attitude, emotions, or thoughts. I believe that this leads to higher self-knowledge, but can be difficult to confront at the same time. I try to look at personal challenges with an open, supportive, creative, and honest approach to best support your progress.

As your therapist, I will work with you in order to alleviate suffering and develop insight. Sessions take place in a confidential and safe space where you will be met with empathy, compassion, and acceptance. I believe people can change and that times of crisis may offer the opportunity to experience new ways of being in the world, new relationships, and a more authentic and meaningful life. Professional membership and affiliation: -The Alliance for Psychoanalytic Study: Member of the Education Committee - Northwestern Psychoanalytic Society & Institute - PSG Psychotherapy Network - The Center for Object Relations - Northwest Family Development Center

Dr. Kahn is experienced in providing behavioral health services to children, adolescents, and adults seeking treatment for a wide range of clinical issues including anxiety, depression, impulse control, phobias, somatoform disorders, trauma, adjustment challenges, relationship discord and behavioral disorders. Dr. Kahn also specializes in evidence-based reunification therapy for families in transition and at crossroads with the court system, such as following separation, divorce, and relocation.

Beginning therapy can be a challenging step, and my aim is to establish an authentic and empowering therapeutic relationship. Together we will work to create a safe and nurturing space where you can explore your goals for therapy at your own pace. I am here to provide support, guidance, and a safe space for self-discovery and growth. Therapy is a dynamic process, and can include learning coping strategies for managing anxiety or depression, navigating complex family or friend relationships, and processing traumatic experiences. My commitment is to empower you to live a healthier, more fulfilling life.

Living Your Healthy True Self is the mission in my work for you. My work emphasizes emotional awareness, growth and maturity. In the process of our sessions, you will learn tools to understand the triggers and root cause of your emotions. It will provide you clarity. I believe gaining control of your emotions instead of letting your emotions control you is crucial for our emotional health . Throughout our sessions, my clients will also gain security and confidence from inside out —which is necessary for any emotional health or maturity. Client will discover true happiness and calmness. What are you waiting for? www.lauratsang.com

I’m a licensed mental health counselor offering virtual therapy in Washington and Texas to adult individuals and couples who are looking for empathy, insight, and healing. I love working with clients who, like me, are neurodivergent, queer, cross-cultural, or just looking for a place to feel safe and understood. I'm curious, logical, and honest. My goal as a therapist is to be a trauma-informed, non-judgmental guide who discovers things alongside my clients.

I am deeply committed to creating a safe and inclusive therapeutic space for individuals and couples. My passion lies in addressing the unique challenges faced by women, particularly in the realm of motherhood and parenting. I recognize the complexities and emotional nuances of these roles, and I'm dedicated to helping clients navigate their journeys with empathy, resilience, and self-discovery. In addition to my focus on women's issues and motherhood, I am passionate about exploring the experiences of BIPOC individuals, Couples, and those struggling with concerns like anxiety, depression, and attachment related concerns.

Therapy offers a temporary refuge from the pressures of our day-to-day lives. It's a space for us to better understand ourselves and practice how we want to be in the larger world-especially in a world that actively harms so many of us. We all carry trauma that informs our behaviors, sometimes resulting in anxiety, depression, and interpersonal conflict. I work with clients to find what lies at the root of these problems and discover solutions. I take an integrative approach to this, meaning I draw on a variety of different treatment modalities based on your needs.

I am a passionate clinician who sees each client as a person with individual needs, wants, and goals. My approach to therapy is collaborative, compassionate, and direct. I have experience working with mood, adjustment and anxiety disorders, as well as co-occurring disorder and individuals struggling with interpersonal issues. In the counseling process, I strive to help each client find their own voice to communicate their thoughts and feelings about what they are experiencing on a day to day basis. The aim is that the counseling experience becomes one of comfort in expressing and reconstructing ones personal narrative.

I enjoy working with folx around anxiety, depression, perfectionism, stress management, Racial & Ethnic identity development, Gender & Sexual identity development and trauma related to your family of origin. I also enjoy working with teens (13+) and young adults supporting them to navigate challenges they maybe face through life transitions and identity development. I approach therapy with a social justice lens, acknowledging and examining how different systems and “-isms” impacts us as an individuals.

As a therapist, I believe that to have a successful counseling experience, it is critical that you feel fully listened to and understood. I use careful listening and reflecting to join with you to address what is most important to you. I have a compassionate, empathetic style, which I believe is essential for us to move forward as we discuss what is troubling you. I have helped many clients deal with a variety of difficult relationship issues, anxiety and depression, work / life stress, divorces, trauma and abuse. I ensure that you are fully understood and attain the support that you need to deal with life’s difficulties.