Therapists in Thurston County, WA
Sarah DeStasio
Counselor, MPA, LMHCA
Verified Verified
Olympia, WA 98502
Hi! I serve adults and young adults over the age of 13 dealing with many different life challenges and choices. If we choose to work together, I will meet whatever you bring to session with an unshakable belief in your ability to build the life you want (within the current limitations of capitalism, of course). I specialize in Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar I/II, and PTSD/C-PTSD with competencies in additional areas and populations - please reach out to see if we're a fit.
Hi! I serve adults and young adults over the age of 13 dealing with many different life challenges and choices. If we choose to work together, I will meet whatever you bring to session with an unshakable belief in your ability to build the life you want (within the current limitations of capitalism, of course). I specialize in Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar I/II, and PTSD/C-PTSD with competencies in additional areas and populations - please reach out to see if we're a fit.
April Christine Slocum
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFTA, MAOL, CMHS, MHP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Lacey, WA 98503 (Online Only)
Additional issues that I offer help with are: Child Conduct Disorder / Emotional Abandonment / Oppositional Defiant Disorder / Cutting / Suicidal Ideation / Social Anxiety / Borderline Personality Disorder / Bipolar Disorders / Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Online & Phone Special Now $68 - Book an Appointment Today. To help in this global time of crisis, I am available extended hours. $10 Discount for Religious Leaders, Military / Veterans & First Responders. Are you suffering from a loss, depression, stress, anxiety, or relationship issues? Together we can work to overcome these issues comfortably and effectively. I am very worldly and have much experience with religions and cultures. Faith based treatment plans are available upon request. Additionally, I am a certified Child and Adolescent Specialist, Couples LMFTA
Additional issues that I offer help with are: Child Conduct Disorder / Emotional Abandonment / Oppositional Defiant Disorder / Cutting / Suicidal Ideation / Social Anxiety / Borderline Personality Disorder / Bipolar Disorders / Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Online & Phone Special Now $68 - Book an Appointment Today. To help in this global time of crisis, I am available extended hours. $10 Discount for Religious Leaders, Military / Veterans & First Responders. Are you suffering from a loss, depression, stress, anxiety, or relationship issues? Together we can work to overcome these issues comfortably and effectively. I am very worldly and have much experience with religions and cultures. Faith based treatment plans are available upon request. Additionally, I am a certified Child and Adolescent Specialist, Couples LMFTA
Tarrah Bonner
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMHCA, MA, MHP
Verified Verified
Olympia, WA 98502 (Online Only)
I’m Tarrah, a Licensed Mental Health Therapist Associate as well as a mother, wife, friend, and real person here to help. My goal is helping children cope with life’s challenges while becoming individuals who recognize their worth. I see people as more than their diagnoses and with that in mind I strive to guide growth and understanding of how to live life fully. My work focuses on children with serious/acute mental illnesses and symptoms (like Bipolar, suicidal ideation, behavioral concerns, and personality disorders) and their parents.
I’m Tarrah, a Licensed Mental Health Therapist Associate as well as a mother, wife, friend, and real person here to help. My goal is helping children cope with life’s challenges while becoming individuals who recognize their worth. I see people as more than their diagnoses and with that in mind I strive to guide growth and understanding of how to live life fully. My work focuses on children with serious/acute mental illnesses and symptoms (like Bipolar, suicidal ideation, behavioral concerns, and personality disorders) and their parents.
Matthew A Johnson
Psychologist, PsyD, MSW
Verified Verified
Olympia, WA 98501
I have worked in the Mental Health Field for 42 years. I've been a Licensed Clinical Psychologist for 29 of those 42 years. I work with children, adolescents, couples, and families. I work with clients of all ages who struggle with ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), PTSD, Alcohol/Drug Addictions, Family/Parenting, Marital, Sex Abuse, Sexual Addiction, Career Concerns, Self-Esteem Issues, Spirituality Issues, Law Enforcement Personnel Issues, Military Personnel Issues, Athletics, and much more.
I have worked in the Mental Health Field for 42 years. I've been a Licensed Clinical Psychologist for 29 of those 42 years. I work with children, adolescents, couples, and families. I work with clients of all ages who struggle with ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), PTSD, Alcohol/Drug Addictions, Family/Parenting, Marital, Sex Abuse, Sexual Addiction, Career Concerns, Self-Esteem Issues, Spirituality Issues, Law Enforcement Personnel Issues, Military Personnel Issues, Athletics, and much more.
Herd Path Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Olympia, WA 98501 (Online Only)
My passion is helping and empowering others to build self-confidence and create their own path and journey in life. Herd path term means when hikers create new paths and maintain those trails. Life's main trails and paths don't always bring us happiness. I am trained and experienced in many holistic therapeutic approaches to guide and help you toward your goals in therapy. www.herdpathcounseling.com
My passion is helping and empowering others to build self-confidence and create their own path and journey in life. Herd path term means when hikers create new paths and maintain those trails. Life's main trails and paths don't always bring us happiness. I am trained and experienced in many holistic therapeutic approaches to guide and help you toward your goals in therapy. www.herdpathcounseling.com
Perrin E Randlette
Counselor, LMHCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Olympia, WA 98501
The ideal client is someone who is ready to embark on a journey of healing and transformation. You may be grappling with grief, loss, trauma, or simply have a deep desire for personal growth. You are a seeker, eager to explore the depths of emotions and experiences in order to move forward with resilience and strength. My ideal client also recognizes the value of creativity as a tool for healing and is open to exploring alternative therapeutic modalities such as art therapy, play therapy with Jungian sand tray, and animal-assisted therapy. Healing is not a linear process, lets get into action!
The ideal client is someone who is ready to embark on a journey of healing and transformation. You may be grappling with grief, loss, trauma, or simply have a deep desire for personal growth. You are a seeker, eager to explore the depths of emotions and experiences in order to move forward with resilience and strength. My ideal client also recognizes the value of creativity as a tool for healing and is open to exploring alternative therapeutic modalities such as art therapy, play therapy with Jungian sand tray, and animal-assisted therapy. Healing is not a linear process, lets get into action!
Heather Lee Taylor-Zimmerman
PhD
Verified Verified
Tumwater, WA 98512
I am passionate about helping clients heal and transform through an eco-art therapeutic approach that combines art, nature and play. Working and playing in a natural setting, I offer a variety of mediums to encourage growth, both indoors and out. This allows an emergent and imaginative approach to therapy that adapts to fit the unique needs of each individual, couple, family and group. Moving from sand tray to clay, collage to art journaling, clients can walk outdoors on paths that meander past waterways and through old growth forests. With labyrinths, meditative walks and an enormous sound chamber, I offer many creative outlets.
I am passionate about helping clients heal and transform through an eco-art therapeutic approach that combines art, nature and play. Working and playing in a natural setting, I offer a variety of mediums to encourage growth, both indoors and out. This allows an emergent and imaginative approach to therapy that adapts to fit the unique needs of each individual, couple, family and group. Moving from sand tray to clay, collage to art journaling, clients can walk outdoors on paths that meander past waterways and through old growth forests. With labyrinths, meditative walks and an enormous sound chamber, I offer many creative outlets.
New Perceptions Counseling Pllc. Dawn Reijerse
Counselor, LMHCA
Verified Verified
Tumwater, WA 98501 (Online Only)
Welcome to a transformative journey towards self-discovery and growth. I am dedicated to helping individuals who are ready to embark on a path of positive change through psychotherapy. In my practice, I foster a collaborative relationship with each client, recognizing that motivation is the key to personal development. I am here to create a safe space for you to share, reflect, and grow. Let's work together to build a foundation for lasting positive change and a more fulfilling life.
Welcome to a transformative journey towards self-discovery and growth. I am dedicated to helping individuals who are ready to embark on a path of positive change through psychotherapy. In my practice, I foster a collaborative relationship with each client, recognizing that motivation is the key to personal development. I am here to create a safe space for you to share, reflect, and grow. Let's work together to build a foundation for lasting positive change and a more fulfilling life.
Bridges and Boundaries Counseling Services
Counselor, LLC, LMHC, CMHS
Verified Verified
Olympia, WA 98506
Counseling is a way for people to bridge the gap between the unhealthy and the healthy. Through counseling clients gain tools and therapeutic insights that help them to make healthy changes, learn healthy habits, and address mental health concerns. Our team is ready to guide you and your family as you meet and overcome these challenges. We come to you with a breadth of experience and expertise. We use a blend of therapeutic approaches to meet your needs. We currently offer appointments Monday through Saturday. Clinician schedules accommodate appointments between 9:00am and 8:00pm depending on the clinician and the day.
Counseling is a way for people to bridge the gap between the unhealthy and the healthy. Through counseling clients gain tools and therapeutic insights that help them to make healthy changes, learn healthy habits, and address mental health concerns. Our team is ready to guide you and your family as you meet and overcome these challenges. We come to you with a breadth of experience and expertise. We use a blend of therapeutic approaches to meet your needs. We currently offer appointments Monday through Saturday. Clinician schedules accommodate appointments between 9:00am and 8:00pm depending on the clinician and the day.
Wentworth Marriage & Family Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MHP, LMFT, CMHS, SUDPT
Verified Verified
Yelm, WA 98597
Group Practice in Yelm - Now Hiring - As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I work with individuals, families and couples to address the behaviors & challenges family member’s have that effect individuals & their relationships between family members, work and/or social relationships. My goal as a therapist is to provide couples, families & individuals with compassionate, insightful & practical therapy that opens the door to hope, healing, positive growth & change. We are a Group Practice which has enable us to better support the communities' we live in. Come join our group, we are a great place to be!
Group Practice in Yelm - Now Hiring - As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I work with individuals, families and couples to address the behaviors & challenges family member’s have that effect individuals & their relationships between family members, work and/or social relationships. My goal as a therapist is to provide couples, families & individuals with compassionate, insightful & practical therapy that opens the door to hope, healing, positive growth & change. We are a Group Practice which has enable us to better support the communities' we live in. Come join our group, we are a great place to be!
Krista Green’s Counseling
Counselor, LMHCA , MHP, CMHS, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lacey, WA 98503
I believe in being culturally aware of the different experiences we all go through in work, school, relationships, or other areas in life. My therapitic style is authentic, resourceful, and strengths-based.
I believe in being culturally aware of the different experiences we all go through in work, school, relationships, or other areas in life. My therapitic style is authentic, resourceful, and strengths-based.
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New Perceptions Counseling PLLC- April Daye
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lacey, WA 98516 (Online Only)
As a therapist, I believe in tailoring my approach to each individual client. Your journey is unique, and I want to ensure that the methods we use are designed to meet your specific needs and goals. Whether you're dealing with PTSD, substance use disorders, depression, grief, sexual trauma, abuse, anxiety, stress, or relationship challenges, my aim is to provide the support and assistance you need to process these challenges and achieve your goals successfully. With my background as a retired Army veteran and a mother of five children, I understand the complexities of life and the various developmental stages we all go through.
As a therapist, I believe in tailoring my approach to each individual client. Your journey is unique, and I want to ensure that the methods we use are designed to meet your specific needs and goals. Whether you're dealing with PTSD, substance use disorders, depression, grief, sexual trauma, abuse, anxiety, stress, or relationship challenges, my aim is to provide the support and assistance you need to process these challenges and achieve your goals successfully. With my background as a retired Army veteran and a mother of five children, I understand the complexities of life and the various developmental stages we all go through.
Bonnie Edwards
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Olympia, WA 98502
Waitlist for new clients
Greetings, My name is Bonnie and I am the sole owner/therapist at NW Transformations Child and Family Counseling. I understand and empathetic on how life's challenges or transitions can create or impact a person's life in a negative manner and how overwhelming it can become and reach goals. I offer individual Psychotherapy Services to Adults, Seniors, Adolescents and children (Ages 8+) who are struggling with issues related to Anxiety, Depression, Grief, life transitions, PTSD, Bi-Polar Disorder, and other challenges. I offer in person sessions as well as tele-health.
Greetings, My name is Bonnie and I am the sole owner/therapist at NW Transformations Child and Family Counseling. I understand and empathetic on how life's challenges or transitions can create or impact a person's life in a negative manner and how overwhelming it can become and reach goals. I offer individual Psychotherapy Services to Adults, Seniors, Adolescents and children (Ages 8+) who are struggling with issues related to Anxiety, Depression, Grief, life transitions, PTSD, Bi-Polar Disorder, and other challenges. I offer in person sessions as well as tele-health.
April Daye
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFTA, SUDPT
Verified Verified
Lacey, WA 98516 (Online Only)
I am a retired Army veteran and a mother of 5 children in various developmental stages ranging from ages 9yrs-25yrs. I offer a partnership working with clients to meet their needs. I have experience with individuals and groups working to overcome symptoms of PTSD, substance use disorders, depression, grief, sexual trauma, abuse, anxiety, stress, and relationship challenges. The ultimate goal is to support clients on their journey to meet or exceed their goals and offer the best quality of care. Taking time to TALK can offer innovative ideas, breakthroughs, and strength in communication.
I am a retired Army veteran and a mother of 5 children in various developmental stages ranging from ages 9yrs-25yrs. I offer a partnership working with clients to meet their needs. I have experience with individuals and groups working to overcome symptoms of PTSD, substance use disorders, depression, grief, sexual trauma, abuse, anxiety, stress, and relationship challenges. The ultimate goal is to support clients on their journey to meet or exceed their goals and offer the best quality of care. Taking time to TALK can offer innovative ideas, breakthroughs, and strength in communication.
Jason Mills
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Olympia, WA 98501
This is Jason Mills but feel free to call him Jase. He has been serving Lewis, Thurston and Mason counties for the last 5 years. he has a BA from the University of West Georgia and Walden University a Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling. He has worked with multiple ages and populations in a variety of diagnoses. He has an integrated counseling approach and meets everybody where they are at in their lives. He believes in the wholeness of the person and things in our life breaks the balance in our biopsychosocial model. He is mostly seeing clients in person at the Olympia office.
This is Jason Mills but feel free to call him Jase. He has been serving Lewis, Thurston and Mason counties for the last 5 years. he has a BA from the University of West Georgia and Walden University a Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling. He has worked with multiple ages and populations in a variety of diagnoses. He has an integrated counseling approach and meets everybody where they are at in their lives. He believes in the wholeness of the person and things in our life breaks the balance in our biopsychosocial model. He is mostly seeing clients in person at the Olympia office.
Victor L. Steffens Jr.
Counselor, PhD, LMHC, SUDP
Verified Verified
Olympia, WA 98502
Victor L. Steffens, Jr., Ph.D., LMHC, CDP: My interests in psychotherapy and healing are broad and much of my training as a psychotherapist is as well: significant training in Psychodynamic/Psychoanalysis, EMDR, Gestalt Psychotherapy, Psychodrama/Sociometry/Group psychotherapy and a number of different modalities that include a cognitive behavioral perspective. My areas of focus in treatment include: Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and other anxiety disorders; Drug and Alcohol use disorders including Co-occurring disorders (Dual Diagnosis); Mood disorders (Depression, Bi-Polar), Personality Disorders, and Adjustment Disorders, I primarily treat adults ages 18-75 and adolescents, in addition to couples.
Victor L. Steffens, Jr., Ph.D., LMHC, CDP: My interests in psychotherapy and healing are broad and much of my training as a psychotherapist is as well: significant training in Psychodynamic/Psychoanalysis, EMDR, Gestalt Psychotherapy, Psychodrama/Sociometry/Group psychotherapy and a number of different modalities that include a cognitive behavioral perspective. My areas of focus in treatment include: Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and other anxiety disorders; Drug and Alcohol use disorders including Co-occurring disorders (Dual Diagnosis); Mood disorders (Depression, Bi-Polar), Personality Disorders, and Adjustment Disorders, I primarily treat adults ages 18-75 and adolescents, in addition to couples.
Serenity Health & Wellness
Counselor, MA, LMHC, MHP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Olympia, WA 98501
Making the decision to become well holistically is being proactive with your life encompassing the mind, body and spirit. By engaging in therapy you are taking the first step to obtaining the skills you need to reach your goals, gain useful knowledge and feel empowered. I work from a variety of treatment models, unique to each individual and situation.
Making the decision to become well holistically is being proactive with your life encompassing the mind, body and spirit. By engaging in therapy you are taking the first step to obtaining the skills you need to reach your goals, gain useful knowledge and feel empowered. I work from a variety of treatment models, unique to each individual and situation.
Circle in a Square Counseling
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lacey, WA 98503 (Online Only)
Many times in our lives we believe that overcoming obstacles is like attempting the impossible. We continue to feel lonely, make the same mistakes, and have the same fears, self- doubts that eventually cause us to believe that life will always be the same. Counseling can assist you in making the changes that you desire in your life. Providing you the opportunity to explore new avenues in which you might not have believed before. This journey may not be easy; however, it is one that can bring out the change you have been longing for.
Many times in our lives we believe that overcoming obstacles is like attempting the impossible. We continue to feel lonely, make the same mistakes, and have the same fears, self- doubts that eventually cause us to believe that life will always be the same. Counseling can assist you in making the changes that you desire in your life. Providing you the opportunity to explore new avenues in which you might not have believed before. This journey may not be easy; however, it is one that can bring out the change you have been longing for.
Elizabeth Antoon-Walsh
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Olympia, WA 98502 (Online Only)
Healing and caring for ourselves is hard work. Sometimes painful, often fulfilling, occasionally tedious, it is a necessary part of being open to the experiences that life has to offer us. Therapy is one way to find support in healing from trauma, managing our health, and discovering and practicing new ways of caring for ourselves. As Audre Lorde wrote, "Caring for myself is not self-indulgence, it is self-preservation, and that is an act of political warfare." This work is important, both individually and collectively, and I am here to help you with it.
Healing and caring for ourselves is hard work. Sometimes painful, often fulfilling, occasionally tedious, it is a necessary part of being open to the experiences that life has to offer us. Therapy is one way to find support in healing from trauma, managing our health, and discovering and practicing new ways of caring for ourselves. As Audre Lorde wrote, "Caring for myself is not self-indulgence, it is self-preservation, and that is an act of political warfare." This work is important, both individually and collectively, and I am here to help you with it.
Dawn McCulley-Reijerse
Counselor, LMHCA
Verified Verified
Olympia, WA 98501 (Online Only)
As a professional dedicated to supporting individuals across the life span, I work with clients ranging from 10 to 65 years of age, each at different stages of life and facing unique challenges. My approach is tailored to meet the specific needs of each age group, acknowledging the distinct developmental, emotional, and psychological transitions that occur throughout the human experience.
As a professional dedicated to supporting individuals across the life span, I work with clients ranging from 10 to 65 years of age, each at different stages of life and facing unique challenges. My approach is tailored to meet the specific needs of each age group, acknowledging the distinct developmental, emotional, and psychological transitions that occur throughout the human experience.
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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.