Therapists in Thurston County, WA

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Melissa A Yang
Counselor, LMHC, LMFTA, SUDP
Verified Verified
Yelm, WA 98597  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I treat various mental health and substance use disorder conditions, with a specialty in working with individuals from the LBGTQ+ community, forensic populations, those who experience trauma, and marriage/couples therapy.
I focus on creating a warm environment for my client to feel safe and able to process whatever their wanting to work on. There is no pressure to focus on one topic, as life has it's ups and downs. The treatment plan is created by my client and myself, in order to ensure the focus is on what my client would like to work on .
I treat various mental health and substance use disorder conditions, with a specialty in working with individuals from the LBGTQ+ community, forensic populations, those who experience trauma, and marriage/couples therapy.
I focus on creating a warm environment for my client to feel safe and able to process whatever their wanting to work on. There is no pressure to focus on one topic, as life has it's ups and downs. The treatment plan is created by my client and myself, in order to ensure the focus is on what my client would like to work on .
(253) 259-3715 View (253) 259-3715
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Freedom Within, LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Lacey, WA 98503
I offer services to individuals, couples/ marriage therapy, trauma therapy, career counseling.
Transition is a natural part of life whether a transition from high school to college, getting married or divorced, or changing careers. Both positive and negative transition can bring stress into the family. I work with Adults & Children 7 years and above. As a military combat veteran, I have interacted with cultures around the globe. Assisting active military, veterans, and their families is a passion of mine. Conversely, I have great experience in settings where the average client has not had military experience. I take a direct approach when working with people where you meeting your goals is the focus for the sessions.
I offer services to individuals, couples/ marriage therapy, trauma therapy, career counseling.
Transition is a natural part of life whether a transition from high school to college, getting married or divorced, or changing careers. Both positive and negative transition can bring stress into the family. I work with Adults & Children 7 years and above. As a military combat veteran, I have interacted with cultures around the globe. Assisting active military, veterans, and their families is a passion of mine. Conversely, I have great experience in settings where the average client has not had military experience. I take a direct approach when working with people where you meeting your goals is the focus for the sessions.
(985) 202-5650 View (985) 202-5650
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Matthew A Johnson
Psychologist, PsyD, MSW
Verified Verified
Olympia, WA 98501
I have worked in the Mental Health Field for 40 years. I've been a Licensed Clinical Psychologist for 27 of those 40 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 40 years. I've been a Licensed Clinical Psychologist for 27 of those 40 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.
(360) 226-7339 View (360) 226-7339
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Amber K. Jaworski
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Olympia, WA 98501  (Online Only)
I am a telehealth provider across Washington State, and I am currently accepting new clients. In life, unexpected things happen. Challenges and bumps in the road are all part of it. Sometimes with the the help of another we can make room for and navigate through planned or unexpected changes. With the help of a trained professional, life challenges can become easier to deal with. During the therapeutic process, I will work with the tools you already have in order to tackle life's problems.
I am a telehealth provider across Washington State, and I am currently accepting new clients. In life, unexpected things happen. Challenges and bumps in the road are all part of it. Sometimes with the the help of another we can make room for and navigate through planned or unexpected changes. With the help of a trained professional, life challenges can become easier to deal with. During the therapeutic process, I will work with the tools you already have in order to tackle life's problems.
(630) 352-4439 View (630) 352-4439
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Rebecca Grondel
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tumwater, WA 98512
Welcome! We are all emotional and relational beings so naturally our greatest happiness and heartache often come from our relationships and are ongoing throughout our lives. Experiencing anxiety, depression, feelings of being stuck, loneliness, spiritual challenges, struggling with communication issues, moving through discouragement, and unmet expectations in yourself and/or loved ones, is not a sign of failure or weakness. These experiences simply remind us we are human and provide opportunities for growth. The choice to do something different is yours. I welcome the walk with you on your journey of hope and transformation.
Welcome! We are all emotional and relational beings so naturally our greatest happiness and heartache often come from our relationships and are ongoing throughout our lives. Experiencing anxiety, depression, feelings of being stuck, loneliness, spiritual challenges, struggling with communication issues, moving through discouragement, and unmet expectations in yourself and/or loved ones, is not a sign of failure or weakness. These experiences simply remind us we are human and provide opportunities for growth. The choice to do something different is yours. I welcome the walk with you on your journey of hope and transformation.
(360) 868-4339 View (360) 868-4339
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Cassie A Konnoly
Counselor, LMHC, MS, CMHS, CCATP, LGBTQIA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lacey, WA 98516
I work with Anxious & Depressed people, People suffering from past trauma, struggling parents and a little bit in-between. Visit our website to explore other counseling options. My practice is here to help you overcome challenges and get you back to living life. Counseling is offered face to face or online (teletherapy) video. I understand that the thought of finding a counselor you trust & feel comfortable with is difficult. Will you join me in helping you achieve your goals?
I work with Anxious & Depressed people, People suffering from past trauma, struggling parents and a little bit in-between. Visit our website to explore other counseling options. My practice is here to help you overcome challenges and get you back to living life. Counseling is offered face to face or online (teletherapy) video. I understand that the thought of finding a counselor you trust & feel comfortable with is difficult. Will you join me in helping you achieve your goals?
(360) 252-9369 View (360) 252-9369
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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.
(360) 334-3613 View (360) 334-3613
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Greg Twiddy
Counselor, MA LMHC
Verified Verified
Olympia, WA 98502
I am currently accepting new clients in person and through telehealth, and work with individuals, couples and families. I have over 20 years of experience as a mental health counselor with a background in clinical supervision and social work. I strive to provide a very relaxed, nonjudgmental, safe space to help support clients move forward in their healing.
I am currently accepting new clients in person and through telehealth, and work with individuals, couples and families. I have over 20 years of experience as a mental health counselor with a background in clinical supervision and social work. I strive to provide a very relaxed, nonjudgmental, safe space to help support clients move forward in their healing.
(360) 517-1455 View (360) 517-1455
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Valerie Waterland
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, AAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tumwater, WA 98512
No wait list, appointment in same week, urgent consultations and after hours services available. Counseling for personal and professional growth. I work with individuals, couples, families and groups to help them reconnect, restore and remove patterned behaviors. Strong attachment and trauma resolution work.
No wait list, appointment in same week, urgent consultations and after hours services available. Counseling for personal and professional growth. I work with individuals, couples, families and groups to help them reconnect, restore and remove patterned behaviors. Strong attachment and trauma resolution work.
(360) 234-3259 View (360) 234-3259
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Simon Finch Conrad
Mental Health Counselor Associate, MA, LMHCA
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Olympia, WA 98501
Currently accepting new clients. Therapy can be difficult, but I hope to help the process with warmth and humor when appropriate. I am excited to work with adults, elders, youth, and children who are wanting to find a way back to themselves. In therapy we might work on building skills, gaining knowledge, or talking about current or past difficulties and experiences. I have a sliding scale from 90$-125$ and can provide superbills to help the reimbursement process with your insurance company. I cannot guarantee that your insurance company will accept my superbill so please check with your provider.
Currently accepting new clients. Therapy can be difficult, but I hope to help the process with warmth and humor when appropriate. I am excited to work with adults, elders, youth, and children who are wanting to find a way back to themselves. In therapy we might work on building skills, gaining knowledge, or talking about current or past difficulties and experiences. I have a sliding scale from 90$-125$ and can provide superbills to help the reimbursement process with your insurance company. I cannot guarantee that your insurance company will accept my superbill so please check with your provider.
(360) 485-6661 View (360) 485-6661
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Joy Cromwell
Counselor, LMHC, LCPC, NCC, C-DBT, CCTP
Verified Verified
Olympia, WA 98507  (Online Only)
I am a creative by heart, and a counselor by trade. It is my pleasure to hold space for people as they seek to get to know themselves better and learn how to best solve their own problems. I am a firm believer that deep down, people know what is right for them, and they know how to solve their own problems. My job as a counselor is to help you remove the layers of cultural conditioning, negative self-talk, trauma memories, and more to help you get reconnected with your self. My goal is to stand beside you as we examine barriers, explore possibilities, and help you find your inner strength to fight any battles that come your way.
I am a creative by heart, and a counselor by trade. It is my pleasure to hold space for people as they seek to get to know themselves better and learn how to best solve their own problems. I am a firm believer that deep down, people know what is right for them, and they know how to solve their own problems. My job as a counselor is to help you remove the layers of cultural conditioning, negative self-talk, trauma memories, and more to help you get reconnected with your self. My goal is to stand beside you as we examine barriers, explore possibilities, and help you find your inner strength to fight any battles that come your way.
(360) 776-6318 View (360) 776-6318
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April Lee
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CSOTP, MHP, CMHP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Olympia, WA 98506
Whether a major life event that has thrown you off track, or over time you have realized that you are not where you want to be in life, therapy can help. It is common to find yourself feeling lost, unhappy, overwhelmed, or disconnected at various times in your life. Therapy can provide you with insight to find new ways of dealing with things that bring about positive changes, quicker than you realize may be possible.
Whether a major life event that has thrown you off track, or over time you have realized that you are not where you want to be in life, therapy can help. It is common to find yourself feeling lost, unhappy, overwhelmed, or disconnected at various times in your life. Therapy can provide you with insight to find new ways of dealing with things that bring about positive changes, quicker than you realize may be possible.
(360) 997-4695 View (360) 997-4695
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Katherine Ibis
Mental Health Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Olympia, WA 98506
I work with clients who are ready for transformative work. My focus is to guide each client/s towards building a sense of competency, resourcefulness and helping them recognize that they hold the key to their own healing. I will explore current behaviors and life situations with clients and help them figure out which ones are inhibiting progress, which ones are serving them, and which are ready to be evolved into something else. I also like to look at the past, and family of origin to find what the patterns are that are ready to be broken and how to move forward in an empowered way. I help clients bring to life their next self.
I work with clients who are ready for transformative work. My focus is to guide each client/s towards building a sense of competency, resourcefulness and helping them recognize that they hold the key to their own healing. I will explore current behaviors and life situations with clients and help them figure out which ones are inhibiting progress, which ones are serving them, and which are ready to be evolved into something else. I also like to look at the past, and family of origin to find what the patterns are that are ready to be broken and how to move forward in an empowered way. I help clients bring to life their next self.
(360) 763-0534 View (360) 763-0534
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Nancy Hunter Counseling and Psychotherapy
Counselor, MA, LMHC, CHT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Tumwater, WA 98501  (Online Only)
I offer therapy to relieve anxiety and depression and discover the underlying causes. I also specialize in trauma and PTSD. If you've seen other therapists without results, it may be because you've only participated in talk or cognitive therapy. I've found that deeply ingrained beliefs and coping mechanisms that develop when we're young are often responsible for dysfunction or repeated negative emotions later in life. I offer therapy to help you discover the reasons for triggers and patterns of behavior and how to change them. Unfortunately, I do not take insurance.
I offer therapy to relieve anxiety and depression and discover the underlying causes. I also specialize in trauma and PTSD. If you've seen other therapists without results, it may be because you've only participated in talk or cognitive therapy. I've found that deeply ingrained beliefs and coping mechanisms that develop when we're young are often responsible for dysfunction or repeated negative emotions later in life. I offer therapy to help you discover the reasons for triggers and patterns of behavior and how to change them. Unfortunately, I do not take insurance.
(206) 455-7270 View (206) 455-7270
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Heidi G Chambers
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Olympia, WA 98502
I consider myself to be a compassionate therapist providing a safe and supportive environment for healing and growth. Are you feeling anxious, sad or depressed? Having problems with a loved one? I am dedicated to providing a solution focused counseling method that meets your personal needs and unleashes your potential for happiness and healing. An important part of the healing process begins with a strong healthy therapist client relationship. My approach is strength based and individually tailored to your personal needs.
I consider myself to be a compassionate therapist providing a safe and supportive environment for healing and growth. Are you feeling anxious, sad or depressed? Having problems with a loved one? I am dedicated to providing a solution focused counseling method that meets your personal needs and unleashes your potential for happiness and healing. An important part of the healing process begins with a strong healthy therapist client relationship. My approach is strength based and individually tailored to your personal needs.
(360) 529-5651 View (360) 529-5651
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David Joseph Reynolds
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Lacey, WA 98513
People generally do not seek me out until they're feeling overwhelmed, confused, or have run out of answers and resources. I semi-retired on July 1, 2021, and now provide primarily tele-health services (phone, FaceTime or Zoom) Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.
People generally do not seek me out until they're feeling overwhelmed, confused, or have run out of answers and resources. I semi-retired on July 1, 2021, and now provide primarily tele-health services (phone, FaceTime or Zoom) Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.
(833) 563-4094 View (833) 563-4094
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Larry R Nussbaum
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Olympia, WA 98501
Almost everyone at times needs some support or coaching on their life journey. As a seasoned therapist I'd be happy to sit down with you and compasionately listen to your story and lend some hope and support. I see "crisis" as an opportunity to face and overcome the dangers around and in us and a time to open up to the radiance and mysteries of Life.
Almost everyone at times needs some support or coaching on their life journey. As a seasoned therapist I'd be happy to sit down with you and compasionately listen to your story and lend some hope and support. I see "crisis" as an opportunity to face and overcome the dangers around and in us and a time to open up to the radiance and mysteries of Life.
(316) 835-0948 View (316) 835-0948
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Dupre' Rouse
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MHP, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Olympia, WA 98502
My approach to therapy is very client focused. I am a systemic therapist and will try and look at the whole picture of your life to help figure out how to help. Working with couples to save, restore, or provide maintenance is my passion. There’s nothing in the world quite like trauma and the way it impacts us as individuals on many different levels. I can help you deal with and navigate these painful memories and intrusive thoughts to live a healthier life. If you are a parent struggling with a child or family problems, I believe I can connect with and help teach both parent and child to help you be a more successful family unit.
My approach to therapy is very client focused. I am a systemic therapist and will try and look at the whole picture of your life to help figure out how to help. Working with couples to save, restore, or provide maintenance is my passion. There’s nothing in the world quite like trauma and the way it impacts us as individuals on many different levels. I can help you deal with and navigate these painful memories and intrusive thoughts to live a healthier life. If you are a parent struggling with a child or family problems, I believe I can connect with and help teach both parent and child to help you be a more successful family unit.
(833) 204-8107 View (833) 204-8107
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PRN365 Counseling, PLLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Olympia, WA 98501
Accepting new clients. Four new providers recently added. Contact the Care Coordinator with your insurance, briefly describe what you are looking for, and your contact information. (360) 797-9741 extension 1. Locations in Olympia, Winthrop, Colville, Spokane WA for in-person and Telehealth appointments. Do you want more balance and joy in your life? Our highly skilled and experienced therapists are ready to talk with you. Visit our website at www.PRN365Counseling.com for detailed information regarding our group practice.
Accepting new clients. Four new providers recently added. Contact the Care Coordinator with your insurance, briefly describe what you are looking for, and your contact information. (360) 797-9741 extension 1. Locations in Olympia, Winthrop, Colville, Spokane WA for in-person and Telehealth appointments. Do you want more balance and joy in your life? Our highly skilled and experienced therapists are ready to talk with you. Visit our website at www.PRN365Counseling.com for detailed information regarding our group practice.
(360) 972-3638 View (360) 972-3638
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Joel A Swan
Counselor, MA, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Olympia, WA 98502
I seek to provide the opportunity and support for healthy change, personal growth and healing. Together we will identify specific areas in your life you would like to explore, and then create a plan to work towards positive, lasting change. I will also help you build skills to manage your current stress and better handle current and future challenges.
I seek to provide the opportunity and support for healthy change, personal growth and healing. Together we will identify specific areas in your life you would like to explore, and then create a plan to work towards positive, lasting change. I will also help you build skills to manage your current stress and better handle current and future challenges.
(253) 300-0527 View (253) 300-0527

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Marriage Counseling Therapists

How does marriage counseling work?

Marriage counseling works by teaching couples concrete skills to communicate with one another and solve disagreements in healthy ways. A trained mental health professional works with both members of a couple to explore difficulties the couple may be having and helps them develop skills to address these matters. Couples who don’t have any difficulties but want to prepare for marriage may develop skills for the future.

How long does marriage counseling typically last?

Marriage counseling is a short-term form of therapy; the process may last between four and eight sessions. Other forms of relationship guidance from mental health professionals, such as couples therapy, are longer lasting, may focus on the past rather than just the present, and are tailored to the individual couple and their emotions, history, and patterns in the relationship. Couples therapy often lasts for 12 weeks or longer.

Is marriage counseling effective?

Marriage counseling helps many couples develop relationship skills that may not have been acquired or tested in a relationship; partners may be better able to communicate and address conflict following counseling. However, there are many different forms of marriage counseling, and this form of counseling does not have as strong an evidence base as other modalities such as couples therapy.

Is marriage counseling effective if only one partner wants to go?

Yes, marriage counseling can still be effective if one partner convinces the other to engage in the process. Of course, whether counseling is effective depends on the couple’s commitment to work on their relationship; however, the short-term, skills-based nature of marriage counseling makes it a relatively easy “ask” of a partner, and the hesitant individual may see its value once counseling begins.