Therapists in Bellevue, WA
Mary West Brandenburg
Counselor, MA, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Bellevue, WA 98005 (Online Only)
I am well acquainted with the issues of depression/bipolar, anxieties and fears, obsessive compulsive disorder, sexual abuse, healthy sexuality, LGBTQ issues, empty nest, life transitions, grief and loss, recovery, addiction and the brain, codependency, cancer (survivor!), inner child work, conflict and communication issues, divorce, blended and intact families.
When I was a girl there was no one to tell my deepest darkest secrets. My life's work is to be a trusted, healing person to those in pain. My therapy room is many things: a confessional, a delivery room, a crucible, a place of radical honesty with a whole lot of grace. Most of all it is a safe place for you to tell your story, to find strength and hope, to cry, and to heal. I embrace a holistic approach which considers your spirit, mind, body, & community.
I am well acquainted with the issues of depression/bipolar, anxieties and fears, obsessive compulsive disorder, sexual abuse, healthy sexuality, LGBTQ issues, empty nest, life transitions, grief and loss, recovery, addiction and the brain, codependency, cancer (survivor!), inner child work, conflict and communication issues, divorce, blended and intact families.
When I was a girl there was no one to tell my deepest darkest secrets. My life's work is to be a trusted, healing person to those in pain. My therapy room is many things: a confessional, a delivery room, a crucible, a place of radical honesty with a whole lot of grace. Most of all it is a safe place for you to tell your story, to find strength and hope, to cry, and to heal. I embrace a holistic approach which considers your spirit, mind, body, & community.
Michelle Solomon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Bellevue, WA 98004 (Online Only)
Are you struggling to achieve routine and balance as someone with bipolar disorder? Do you feel overwhelmed trying to manage your mood or stressors of daily life? Sometimes you’re just trying to figure out how to regain a sense of control when life feels chaotic. Other times you’re seeking ways to prevent your symptoms from getting worse. You're ready to get support with the low-lows, high-highs, and all that’s in between, without needing to be hospitalized. You want to get your needs met in a compassionate way. Let's work together to rediscover joy and pleasure in your life once again. I'm here to help you every step of the way.
Are you struggling to achieve routine and balance as someone with bipolar disorder? Do you feel overwhelmed trying to manage your mood or stressors of daily life? Sometimes you’re just trying to figure out how to regain a sense of control when life feels chaotic. Other times you’re seeking ways to prevent your symptoms from getting worse. You're ready to get support with the low-lows, high-highs, and all that’s in between, without needing to be hospitalized. You want to get your needs met in a compassionate way. Let's work together to rediscover joy and pleasure in your life once again. I'm here to help you every step of the way.
Niloufar Amirmoezi
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bellevue, WA 98004
My areas of expertise include: family conflicts, anxiety, depression, OCD,PTSD,Bipolar Disorder, TS(transgender),LGBT,Women's issues and childhood traumas.
My interest for this job stems from my spiritual artistic insight and the love of helping human beings. I hope to give my clients a comfort environment by being culturally respectful and providing a non-judgmental atmosphere in which you can examine and clarify the issues that concern you in your life.
My areas of expertise include: family conflicts, anxiety, depression, OCD,PTSD,Bipolar Disorder, TS(transgender),LGBT,Women's issues and childhood traumas.
My interest for this job stems from my spiritual artistic insight and the love of helping human beings. I hope to give my clients a comfort environment by being culturally respectful and providing a non-judgmental atmosphere in which you can examine and clarify the issues that concern you in your life.
Grant Thornley
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Bellevue, WA 98005
My usual client is an adult seeking positive change and is willing to do introspective work to get there. I do clinical work like treatment of depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorders. I also help clients with communications, relationships, and boundary issues. My "niches" include young adults who are experiencing difficulty launching, LGBTQIA+ folks, creatives like authors and songwriters, and corporate workers (especially high tech, I’m a former Microsoftie) from small to large corporations. I am kink- and polyamory-affirming and work with couples and polycules. I have many nerd clients (I'm one too).
My usual client is an adult seeking positive change and is willing to do introspective work to get there. I do clinical work like treatment of depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorders. I also help clients with communications, relationships, and boundary issues. My "niches" include young adults who are experiencing difficulty launching, LGBTQIA+ folks, creatives like authors and songwriters, and corporate workers (especially high tech, I’m a former Microsoftie) from small to large corporations. I am kink- and polyamory-affirming and work with couples and polycules. I have many nerd clients (I'm one too).
Belen Martinez (Enlighten Psychology)
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Bellevue, WA 98006 (Online Only)
Clinical areas of interests include depression, anxiety, relationship issues, maternal mental health, bipolar disorder, self-esteem issues, trauma and abuse, stress, life transitions, and grief/loss.
Belen Martinez, Psy.D. is a licensed clinical psychologist who has extensive experience providing English and Spanish individual psychotherapy to adolescents and adults of all ages. She works with individuals from diverse populations and cultures, with a wide range of concerns. Dr. Martinez’ approach to therapy is collaborative, authentic, empathic, active and caring. She integrates empirically driven methods, including dynamic psychotherapy, acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) , cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and relational frameworks, with a highly personalized approach.
Clinical areas of interests include depression, anxiety, relationship issues, maternal mental health, bipolar disorder, self-esteem issues, trauma and abuse, stress, life transitions, and grief/loss.
Belen Martinez, Psy.D. is a licensed clinical psychologist who has extensive experience providing English and Spanish individual psychotherapy to adolescents and adults of all ages. She works with individuals from diverse populations and cultures, with a wide range of concerns. Dr. Martinez’ approach to therapy is collaborative, authentic, empathic, active and caring. She integrates empirically driven methods, including dynamic psychotherapy, acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) , cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and relational frameworks, with a highly personalized approach.
Jenn Hornbeck
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSWAIC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bellevue, WA 98005 (Online Only)
I also have experience in helping individuals address a wide array of issues and concerns including depression, anxiety, trauma including PTSD, bipolar disorder, stress management, and relationship conflicts.
Your needs and challenges are unique to you and I am here to help support you in finding a pathway to healing. My approach to therapy is strengths-based and maintains that each person is the expert on their own lives. I use a trauma-informed approach to assess the individual needs of each person I work with. Additionally, I utilize the person-in-environment theory, which emphasizes that one’s environment plays a crucial role in their mental health and overall wellbeing. I will share with you the tools you need to succeed and provide you with support along the way.
I also have experience in helping individuals address a wide array of issues and concerns including depression, anxiety, trauma including PTSD, bipolar disorder, stress management, and relationship conflicts.
Your needs and challenges are unique to you and I am here to help support you in finding a pathway to healing. My approach to therapy is strengths-based and maintains that each person is the expert on their own lives. I use a trauma-informed approach to assess the individual needs of each person I work with. Additionally, I utilize the person-in-environment theory, which emphasizes that one’s environment plays a crucial role in their mental health and overall wellbeing. I will share with you the tools you need to succeed and provide you with support along the way.
Relational Psych
Psychologist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bellevue, WA 98004
Our clients are high achieving millennials, identity-developing gen-zers, people in transition, and people who think deeply about themselves and their growth. Our clients are asking: Why do my emotions feel so out of hand? How do I understand my relational patterns? How is my experience of trauma showing up in my every day life? Do I have ADHD? Do I have bipolar? Am I on the right medication? Should I take a break from work? How do I manage difficult relationships?
Our clients are high achieving millennials, identity-developing gen-zers, people in transition, and people who think deeply about themselves and their growth. Our clients are asking: Why do my emotions feel so out of hand? How do I understand my relational patterns? How is my experience of trauma showing up in my every day life? Do I have ADHD? Do I have bipolar? Am I on the right medication? Should I take a break from work? How do I manage difficult relationships?
Skye Macrae
Counselor, EdM, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Bellevue, WA 98004 (Online Only)
I’m a systems-savvy, person-centered, radically affirming provider who excels at the intersection where clinical mental health disorders meet cultural and identity issues. I love to explore gender, sexuality, socioeconomic status, race, and everything else that makes you, YOU! I form deep therapy relationships with clients, and love to collaborate on a transparent, personal level. When I challenge you to grow, you’ll know I come from an earnest base of compassion, commitment, and care... I want to help individuals to feel fun, outrageous, and free, and to develop key understandings into their own psychology, preferences, and needs.
I’m a systems-savvy, person-centered, radically affirming provider who excels at the intersection where clinical mental health disorders meet cultural and identity issues. I love to explore gender, sexuality, socioeconomic status, race, and everything else that makes you, YOU! I form deep therapy relationships with clients, and love to collaborate on a transparent, personal level. When I challenge you to grow, you’ll know I come from an earnest base of compassion, commitment, and care... I want to help individuals to feel fun, outrageous, and free, and to develop key understandings into their own psychology, preferences, and needs.
Milana Davydova
Counselor, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Bellevue, WA 98007
Taking the first step in finding a therapist can feel both empowering and overwhelming. Whatever the reason you are here, I’m so glad you are exploring getting support. I have experience working with teens, young adults, and adults from various backgrounds and walks of life. I especially enjoy working with 20something and 30something year-olds. My areas of focus include trauma, stress, depression, and anxiety. During sessions, you can expect to have opportunities for safe emotional expression, reflection, increased insight, and skill building.
Taking the first step in finding a therapist can feel both empowering and overwhelming. Whatever the reason you are here, I’m so glad you are exploring getting support. I have experience working with teens, young adults, and adults from various backgrounds and walks of life. I especially enjoy working with 20something and 30something year-olds. My areas of focus include trauma, stress, depression, and anxiety. During sessions, you can expect to have opportunities for safe emotional expression, reflection, increased insight, and skill building.
Traverse Therapy Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSWAIC
Verified Verified
Bellevue, WA 98005
We are accepting new clients. My name is Kelly Merdinger. I specialize in recovery-oriented therapy for clients experiencing complex trauma, depression, anxiety, psychosis, and interpersonal violence and abuse. I work with clients in cultivating self-compassion and empowering beliefs by processing and understanding past painful experiences. It's normal to feel "stuck" when our bodies and minds are overwhelmed. My goal is to provide an affirming and safe space to slow down as your emotions are expressed, validated, and integrated into a new and healthier understanding of self.
We are accepting new clients. My name is Kelly Merdinger. I specialize in recovery-oriented therapy for clients experiencing complex trauma, depression, anxiety, psychosis, and interpersonal violence and abuse. I work with clients in cultivating self-compassion and empowering beliefs by processing and understanding past painful experiences. It's normal to feel "stuck" when our bodies and minds are overwhelmed. My goal is to provide an affirming and safe space to slow down as your emotions are expressed, validated, and integrated into a new and healthier understanding of self.
Karla Zavala
Mental Health Counselor, MA, LMHC, MHP
Verified Verified
Bellevue, WA 98004 (Online Only)
Hola! Starting therapy is a big step, I am glad you’re taking this step with me. As your therapist, I will provide a safe, genuine and inclusive place for you to speak your own narrative. I believe everyone has their own unique experiences worthy of being heard. If you are currently experiencing challenging times, I am here to help you cope, grow and reach your full potential. Together, we can explore what overwhelms, disempowers and makes you feel unsafe. I will encourage you to be curious about yourself, find balance and empower your authentic being.
Hola! Starting therapy is a big step, I am glad you’re taking this step with me. As your therapist, I will provide a safe, genuine and inclusive place for you to speak your own narrative. I believe everyone has their own unique experiences worthy of being heard. If you are currently experiencing challenging times, I am here to help you cope, grow and reach your full potential. Together, we can explore what overwhelms, disempowers and makes you feel unsafe. I will encourage you to be curious about yourself, find balance and empower your authentic being.
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As your therapist, my goal is to provide you with a warm and welcoming environment where you are free to explore the areas of your life you wish to improve for holistic healing - physical, emotional, mental, relational, and spiritual. I offer a warm and empathetic environment as I use a person-centered approach that allows me to understand you through your own unique experiences and walk alongside you on this journey to achieve your personal goals. My primary focus is in child, individual, and couples/family counseling as well as working with neurodivergent populations using neurodiversity-affirming language and approach.
As your therapist, my goal is to provide you with a warm and welcoming environment where you are free to explore the areas of your life you wish to improve for holistic healing - physical, emotional, mental, relational, and spiritual. I offer a warm and empathetic environment as I use a person-centered approach that allows me to understand you through your own unique experiences and walk alongside you on this journey to achieve your personal goals. My primary focus is in child, individual, and couples/family counseling as well as working with neurodivergent populations using neurodiversity-affirming language and approach.
Skip Shewell Counseling
Mental Health Counselor, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
Bellevue, WA 98008
I identify as a queer trans male therapist and part of the LGBTQ community. I have been practicing as licensed therapists for over 15 years and have extensive experience and training in counseling individuals, couples, and families in a wide variety settings in the United States such as primary health care clinics, tribal health care, community mental health treatment centers, and major healthcare facilities.
I identify as a queer trans male therapist and part of the LGBTQ community. I have been practicing as licensed therapists for over 15 years and have extensive experience and training in counseling individuals, couples, and families in a wide variety settings in the United States such as primary health care clinics, tribal health care, community mental health treatment centers, and major healthcare facilities.
Caroline Cutrone
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bellevue, WA 98008
Do you feel that you are not your normal self and are looking for support in healing? In our society, it is easy to get caught up in our daily tasks and neglect our mental health. If you are looking for a space to heal, get support, and feel heard then you have come to the right place. I believe that therapy is a space where you can receive support and learn more about yourself in a safe environment.
Do you feel that you are not your normal self and are looking for support in healing? In our society, it is easy to get caught up in our daily tasks and neglect our mental health. If you are looking for a space to heal, get support, and feel heard then you have come to the right place. I believe that therapy is a space where you can receive support and learn more about yourself in a safe environment.
Caitlin Elisabeth Pitchon
Counselor, MA, LMHCA
Verified Verified
Bellevue, WA 98004
Everyone has a story to tell and I'm here to listen to yours, to provide a warm, nonjudgmental space to reflect on your experiences and create lasting positive change that matters most to you. Anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, and major life changes can often make us feel detached from ourselves and those around us. It is an absolute privilege for me to provide a space where you can feel supported and understood. I specialize in my work with adolescents and young adults, with extensive experience in this demographic. I also assist adults with anxiety and addiction and help couples improve communication.
Everyone has a story to tell and I'm here to listen to yours, to provide a warm, nonjudgmental space to reflect on your experiences and create lasting positive change that matters most to you. Anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, and major life changes can often make us feel detached from ourselves and those around us. It is an absolute privilege for me to provide a space where you can feel supported and understood. I specialize in my work with adolescents and young adults, with extensive experience in this demographic. I also assist adults with anxiety and addiction and help couples improve communication.
Mary Daly Erickson
Counselor, MA, LMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bellevue, WA 98004
It is my privilege to witness my clients as they gain the skills to treat suicidal ideation, self-harming behaviors, extreme emotions, anxiety, depression, OCD, eating disorders, trauma, perfectionism, inflexibility and loneliness. These skills ultimately lead to connection with themselves, their partners, spouses and others in their lives and help them build a life worth living.
It is my privilege to witness my clients as they gain the skills to treat suicidal ideation, self-harming behaviors, extreme emotions, anxiety, depression, OCD, eating disorders, trauma, perfectionism, inflexibility and loneliness. These skills ultimately lead to connection with themselves, their partners, spouses and others in their lives and help them build a life worth living.
Marilyn T McCUNE
Counselor, MA, LMHC, PhDc
Verified Verified
Bellevue, WA 98005
Marilyn McCune, MA, LMHC, Ph.D. Candidate, is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor providing psychotherapy services to preteens, adolescents, and young adults. Marilyn McCune holds Masters degrees in Cognitive Science from University College Dublin, Ireland, and Clinical Psychology from Fielding Graduate University, Santa Barbara, CA, and she is a Ph.D. Candidate (2023) in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in neuropsychology at Fielding Graduate University.
Marilyn McCune, MA, LMHC, Ph.D. Candidate, is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor providing psychotherapy services to preteens, adolescents, and young adults. Marilyn McCune holds Masters degrees in Cognitive Science from University College Dublin, Ireland, and Clinical Psychology from Fielding Graduate University, Santa Barbara, CA, and she is a Ph.D. Candidate (2023) in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in neuropsychology at Fielding Graduate University.
Deb Sommer
Counselor, MA, LMHC, MHP
Verified Verified
Bellevue, WA 98005
I am here to help foster and guide your process of self-discovery in an affirming environment. I work with all types of individuals and families struggling with depression, anxiety, behavior issues, trauma, sexuality, relationships, life transitions and grief. My approach is to help you restore balance to your life, and explore difficult emotions in a gentle and supportive manner. I believe in the healing power of ourselves, and will help you foster the growth and development of your strengths.
I am here to help foster and guide your process of self-discovery in an affirming environment. I work with all types of individuals and families struggling with depression, anxiety, behavior issues, trauma, sexuality, relationships, life transitions and grief. My approach is to help you restore balance to your life, and explore difficult emotions in a gentle and supportive manner. I believe in the healing power of ourselves, and will help you foster the growth and development of your strengths.
Dr. Priyal Ranasinghe
Counselor, PsyD, MBA, LMHCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bellevue, WA 98005 (Online Only)
Are neurodivergent traits from ADHD or autism causing challenges in your relationship? Has infidelity caused a rupture in trust with your partner? Do you struggle with sexual addiction? I specialize in helping individuals and couples navigate the unique challenges of neurodivergent relationships, as well as breaches of trust. I can help you navigate these painful wounds and leverage your strengths, while addressing emotional barriers and struggles to communicate empathy. Together, you can build a stronger, more supportive relationship, connect on a deeper level, and create the relationship you both want.
Are neurodivergent traits from ADHD or autism causing challenges in your relationship? Has infidelity caused a rupture in trust with your partner? Do you struggle with sexual addiction? I specialize in helping individuals and couples navigate the unique challenges of neurodivergent relationships, as well as breaches of trust. I can help you navigate these painful wounds and leverage your strengths, while addressing emotional barriers and struggles to communicate empathy. Together, you can build a stronger, more supportive relationship, connect on a deeper level, and create the relationship you both want.
Helen Ward
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Bellevue, WA 98008
Many of the individuals and/or couples I work with have issues ranging from trauma, depression, anxiety, addiction issues, poor communication skills and an inability to regulate emotions effectively, trust issues, and those just looking to improve aspects of their lives. I believe people have the answers within themselves, they just need someone to help recognize their true inner strength and ability cope with life's ups and downs.
Many of the individuals and/or couples I work with have issues ranging from trauma, depression, anxiety, addiction issues, poor communication skills and an inability to regulate emotions effectively, trust issues, and those just looking to improve aspects of their lives. I believe people have the answers within themselves, they just need someone to help recognize their true inner strength and ability cope with life's ups and downs.
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Bipolar Disorder Therapists
What is the most successful approach to treating bipolar disorder?
Living with bipolar disorder can be challenging, and a number of therapies have been found effective in providing support to patients as they gain the skills to understand and manage the disorder. Family-focused therapy is often helpful for children and teens (the majority of cases develop before age 19); it aims to minimize mood cycling by improving family communication and reducing conflict. It also helps young people navigate the developmental challenges the disorder can create. Cognitive and behavioral therapy (CBT) and variants such as Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)help patients manage the thoughts and feelings that influence bipolar mood swings as well as develop specific behavioral strategies to counteract them.
What happens in therapy for bipolar disorder?
Because the patterns of mood switching and its triggers differ for each person and can change over time, mood tracking or monitoring becomes a basic way patients learn about the nature of their condition. One of the most common features of therapy is finding a workable method of mood monitoring, in which patients track their daily activities and rate their moods, then use the findings to adjust routines accordingly. Patients learn ways of handling the many stresses that arise in life so that they do not trigger mood swings.
What kinds of problems does therapy help with?
Like many other mental health disorders, BPD is heavily influenced by stress; therapy provides skills for coping with stressors of all kinds. Therapy is extremely important for helping individuals identify the situations that may trigger mood switching, so that mood swings can be prevented. Therapy may especially target recognition of the early stages of mood change so that they can be managed. In addition, therapy helps patients deal with the significant amount of turbulence the disorder can create in relationships and in work life.
What is the goal of therapy for bipolar disorder?
Therapy helps patients set up their lives to maintain stability so that their mood isn’t constantly threatened by daily events. Perhaps the first task of therapy is to educate people about the nature of the disorder. At the same time, a primary goal of therapy is to enhance adherence to drug treatment. Extended periods of mood stability can prompt patients to discontinue medication, triggering relapse, while the early phases of manic episodes can feel so energizing that patients stop medication, ushering in full-blown mania and the altered self-perception that can lead to destructive behaviors. Another major goal of therapy is to understand one’s mood patterns so as to minimize both the frequency and intensity of mood cycling.