Therapists in Bellevue, WA

My approach to counseling is holistic, humanistic and client-centered. I am trained in EMDR and trauma. I work with you and together we create an individualized approach to counseling that supports your goals. My professional background is in Trauma, PTSD, Grief, Loss, Early Parent loss. Anxiety, Depression. CBT, Family Systems Counseling, Narrative Therapy, Restorative Retelling, EFT, Matrix Reprinting, Multicultural Cultural Counseling, Feminist, Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction. Since 2000, I have had the experience of living abroad as an elementary K-8 Certified teacher in Shanghai, China, Chiangmai, and Saudi Arabia.

"The best way out is always through" - Robert Frost. I believe in individualized, client centered care, designed to fit your life and empower you to live your best life. I have over 18 years of experience with a variety of modalities and clinical techniques. I am passionate about providing counseling that best suits the needs of the client. I have experience with diverse populations and persons from every walk of life.

Welcome, I am so happy you are here! My practice focuses on the intersection of mental health and the human-animal bond. I whole-heartedly understand the importance of the interconnectedness between humans, animals, nature, and the therapeutic value between these relationships. I will honor and support your unique connection with the human-animal bond and how that impacts and enriches your mental health, therapeutic process, and healing at every level. I will companion you in finding hope, growth, healing, and transformation. I provide sessions virtually, in my office, or as walk-and-talk. My interns provide reduced fee sessions.

I am an Asian family therapist serving therapeutic needs of children, individuals, couples and families. I help clients gain awareness of their internal processes and the way they engage their loved ones and community meaningfully. People can integrate this self-understanding into their current life narratives, or in another word, 're-story' their life experiences. As we change the way we see ourselves, people and the world, we can choose to live differently and purposefully. When coming to my office, you will be invited to share your life stories, and I will listen as your editor.

I work with clients who are addressing such issues as: grief and loss, health concerns that effect one's emotional and mental well-being, life-threatening diseases, addressing end-of-life transition as well as the aging process. I also work with compulsive behaviors, anxiety, depression, separation and divorce, and relationship challenges such as; separation and divorce, communication gaps, and parenting conflicts.

Everyone experiences loss and grief in their life, and every person goes through the grief process in their own way and at their own rate. I like to serve as a guide/facilitator as each client works toward "healing" on their unique journey through grief. I have been a Hospice Bereavement Counselor for 12 years and enjoy working with adolescents, young adults, adults and seniors. I believe in active listening, and provide caring support and resources to grieving clients.

Are you experiencing feelings of not being "good enough?" Do you struggle with people pleasing and chronic self-blame? Are you starting to wonder if you're in an antagonistic relationship in which your needs/YOU don't matter? Do you experience gaslighting that has you struggling with self-doubt? Do you struggle with feelings of guilt and shame? Are you struggling to navigate a relationship with an emotionally immature or emotionally abusive person in your life? Are you looking for a therapist that truly understands the heartache of grief and loss you're feeling from the kinds of relationships and/or life you wish you had?

Engaging in therapy is an act of bravery and self-love. I have immediate in person, telehealth, & weekend availability. I offer a safe and sex positive place where you will feel seen and heard. My approach is collaborative, non-judgmental and gently direct. I work with clients who may be healing from trauma, experiencing grief and loss, exploring their identity, or grappling with anxiety. I tailor each session to the unique needs of my clients. If you suffer from awful panic attacks, I'll give you strategies to tolerate and manage them so you can stop canceling plans at the last minute and gain control over your anxiety

We carry on our day to day lives, hope for change, work hard and at times still feel like nothing is working; we feel like these challenges make it impossible to move past or live the life we intend to live. I provide counseling for individuals, and couples of all kinds dealing with challenges that leave them feeling stuck. It is my privilege to work alongside you to provide you the space to experience, examine and process what is going on in your life right now.

As a therapist, I focus on supporting clients in navigating the unique challenges in their lives. I draw on my training and 20+ years of experience in many treatment techniques including family systems, psychodynamic, gestalt, transactional analysis, EFT, mindfulness, bereavement and cognitive behavioral therapies in my work. I tailor my work to the client's needs while building on their existing skill sets and supporting their innate strengths.

I believe that people are constantly changing and inside each of us is the ability to achieve a happy and meaningful life. I am passionate about helping my clients become aware of their authentic-selves, and empowering them to identify and pursue their goals. I enjoy working with adolescents, adults, couples, and families. My practice style is interactive and encouraging. I am compassionate and empathetic, yet I can be direct. I use a variety of traditional and alternative principals in order to meet the unique needs of each client. I have extensive experience and training in grief, loss, and hospice care.

Welcome to Eastside Mental Wellness. Whether you are experiencing a long-standing issue or a sudden change in your life, you will find help and hope here. I have been a psychologist for 9 years, working with couples undergoing infertility or pregnancy loss, and individuals facing a new medical diagnosis, depression and anxiety. Together, we will infuse new hope into your life and better tools to handle the challenges facing you.

Do you feel stuck? Are you sad or anxious? Are you having difficulty managing your relationships or experiencing self-esteem issues? My psychotherapy practice can help you rediscover and expand your personal strengths and self-knowledge in order to deal with the challenges in your life. I understand the courage it takes to make the first step into therapy and I focus on creating a safe environment for you to build towards a happier life. I have extensive training in issues related to loss and grief, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and trauma.

Are you longing for a deeply connected relationship, a sense of personal direction and enlivenment? Perhaps you struggle with parenting concerns or ways to balance a busy life? I can offer spirited, steady guidance as you build clarity, motivation and momentum. Learn to develop and trust your intuitive wisdom...Become an excellent communicator...Practice new skills that enhance your capacity to find joy and chase your dreams. I want to hear your story...a new day is closer than you think.

Do you feel isolated in your feelings and challenges? Do negative thoughts or worries feel overwhelming? Or maybe you feel drained and have difficulty getting out of bed in the morning? Anxiety, depression and grief can cause us to feel uncomfortable and alone. Therapy is a safe and non-judgmental space for you to explore how life’s ups and down impact yourself and your relationships. I use therapeutic modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, and Solution Focused Therapy. I also offer consultation services for adults, older adults and families caring for a loved one with dementia.

We experience many changes and challenges, such as relocation, growing within relationships, parenthood, or changes in education, career or employment status. Loss comes in many forms, and grief looks different for each individual. Therapy is a way to navigate these challenges, to grow self-awareness and coping skills, and to find meaning in the unexpected, while exploring the external and internal factors that influence our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.

Accepting new clients! Quickly and easily schedule your free consultation on my website: Emmasummer.com / I work with women and couples during their reproductive season: family planning, fertility and infertility, pregnancy, birth, postpartum and loss. I specialize in reproductive mental health disruption and am Perinatal Mental Health certified (PMH-C) by Postpartum Support International. I am also a certified grief care professional. I have three children and my own lived experience informs my work as well as over a decade working as a birth and postpartum doula attending 100's of births.

You're feeling overwhelmed, tired, maybe even frustrated at reaching your potential and dreams in life, including your relationships marriage, work, and friendships. You're feeling stressed, worried about life issues, and maybe issues of pain, grief, disappointment of the past play into your daily life. It is difficult to move forward, you struggle with being authentic in relationships. Stressed and exhausted. As a seasoned Mental Health Counselor of 25 + years, I consider it an honor to journey with you through the healing process. I am trained in EMDR to help with trauma, anxiety, PTSD, relationships.

Being present with ourselves and our lives is the most potent force for change. I am a climate-aware therapist working with individuals, couples, and families experiencing loss, grief, confusion, and conflict. My work focuses on grief, death & dying, trauma integration, and climate distress. Increasing our capacity to tolerate our pain and listen to what we really need dramatically increases our well-being. What would it be like to be more present in your life? Our work together can help you move towards a more fulfilling experience of life, even when loss and grief are present.