Relationship Issues Therapists in Tacoma, WA
Desiree Turner
Counselor, MEd, LMHC
Verified Verified
Tacoma, WA 98406
I focus on helping my clients understand and heal attachment issues, processing of trauma, resolving parenting difficulties, and work/life conflicts. My goal is to give my clients a place to feel safe to discuss the stresses and troubles they may be experiencing. Although I counsel people of all ages, I particularly enjoy seeing children under the age of 18. I also like to provide support for parents and help the family achieve regulation by improving understanding and communication between family members.
I focus on helping my clients understand and heal attachment issues, processing of trauma, resolving parenting difficulties, and work/life conflicts. My goal is to give my clients a place to feel safe to discuss the stresses and troubles they may be experiencing. Although I counsel people of all ages, I particularly enjoy seeing children under the age of 18. I also like to provide support for parents and help the family achieve regulation by improving understanding and communication between family members.
Linsey Singleton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Tacoma, WA 98409 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Updated May 2024: I am NOT accepting new clients at this time. Everyone has a life journey, and no two journeys are the same. The need for counseling arises when, for some reason, known or unknown, we step off our path, and our journey is interrupted. My role as a counselor is to help you navigate back onto your path.
Updated May 2024: I am NOT accepting new clients at this time. Everyone has a life journey, and no two journeys are the same. The need for counseling arises when, for some reason, known or unknown, we step off our path, and our journey is interrupted. My role as a counselor is to help you navigate back onto your path.
Gaaren Anderson MFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MEd, LMFT, LMHC
Verified Verified
Tacoma, WA 98402 (Online Only)
I understand how the personal wishes of each in relationship fits with the collective good, & don't take sides/pass judgement.
We will not try to make you do what somebody else wants you to do. We start with your goals & find ways to help you develop the necessary skills. We have found that, if a person's individual wishes are not represented in the solution, it will not work in the long run. So there is a strong emphasis on helping each person take responsibility and control over their own happiness. Some things are better handled individually, and some things are better handled with both people in the room. Our unique blend of individual & couples therapy is quite effective.
I understand how the personal wishes of each in relationship fits with the collective good, & don't take sides/pass judgement.
We will not try to make you do what somebody else wants you to do. We start with your goals & find ways to help you develop the necessary skills. We have found that, if a person's individual wishes are not represented in the solution, it will not work in the long run. So there is a strong emphasis on helping each person take responsibility and control over their own happiness. Some things are better handled individually, and some things are better handled with both people in the room. Our unique blend of individual & couples therapy is quite effective.
Mackenzie Nitz
Counselor, LMHC, MEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tacoma, WA 98405 (Online Only)
As a clinician I specialize in anxiety, depression, relationship issues, life transitions, and prenatal/postpartum support.
My mission is clear: to guide individuals towards long-term solutions, instill healthy coping mechanisms, and cultivate positive relationships. For this reason I am drawn to clients who share a desire for overall well-being and are ready to confront negative tendencies. This often involves exploring challenging questions, a process that leads to a deeper understanding of oneself. In order to do this I delve into my clients' histories, recognizing that understanding the past is crucial to addressing present challenges. I am dedicated to cutting through the noise and fostering honest communication within a safe and supportive space.
As a clinician I specialize in anxiety, depression, relationship issues, life transitions, and prenatal/postpartum support.
My mission is clear: to guide individuals towards long-term solutions, instill healthy coping mechanisms, and cultivate positive relationships. For this reason I am drawn to clients who share a desire for overall well-being and are ready to confront negative tendencies. This often involves exploring challenging questions, a process that leads to a deeper understanding of oneself. In order to do this I delve into my clients' histories, recognizing that understanding the past is crucial to addressing present challenges. I am dedicated to cutting through the noise and fostering honest communication within a safe and supportive space.
Zana Counseling Services PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, MSW, LSW, LSWAIC
Verified Verified
Tacoma, WA 98402 (Online Only)
Whether you are experiencing a life transition, working through traumatic events, or find yourself battling with negative self-talk, low self-esteem, or anxiety, my goal for you is to allow yourself to be the best version of YOU. I offer telehealth services in the states of Colorado and Washington under clinical supervision. I am here to listen and guide you through your therapeutic experience by enhancing coping skills, increasing positive thought processes and practicing mindfulness.
Whether you are experiencing a life transition, working through traumatic events, or find yourself battling with negative self-talk, low self-esteem, or anxiety, my goal for you is to allow yourself to be the best version of YOU. I offer telehealth services in the states of Colorado and Washington under clinical supervision. I am here to listen and guide you through your therapeutic experience by enhancing coping skills, increasing positive thought processes and practicing mindfulness.
Erin Riggio
Counselor, MEd, LMHCA
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Tacoma, WA 98403
Not accepting new clients
Do you feel like nobody really sees you? Are you afraid that if they do, they’ll turn away? Sometimes we find ourselves putting on a “perfect” face because inside, we feel anything but. We lash out at the people close to us and then we feel confused and guilty. Maybe you’ve begun to notice some relationship patterns that no longer serve you. Maybe anxiety is holding you back from living a full life. Or maybe unprocessed trauma or grief are showing up in distressing ways. Therapy can help you get unstuck and move from feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, and not-enough to balanced, engaged, and whole. I’ve got you.
Do you feel like nobody really sees you? Are you afraid that if they do, they’ll turn away? Sometimes we find ourselves putting on a “perfect” face because inside, we feel anything but. We lash out at the people close to us and then we feel confused and guilty. Maybe you’ve begun to notice some relationship patterns that no longer serve you. Maybe anxiety is holding you back from living a full life. Or maybe unprocessed trauma or grief are showing up in distressing ways. Therapy can help you get unstuck and move from feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, and not-enough to balanced, engaged, and whole. I’ve got you.
Janet Cheng
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Tacoma, WA 98402
Life has so many transitions and challenges. Fertility issues, cancer, death of a loved one, work conflicts, relationship issues, and so many more. Are you are looking for a therapist that will listen to you and provide support? Then contact me.
Life has so many transitions and challenges. Fertility issues, cancer, death of a loved one, work conflicts, relationship issues, and so many more. Are you are looking for a therapist that will listen to you and provide support? Then contact me.
Amanda Presho
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Tacoma, WA 98401 (Online Only)
Welcome! I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW). I want to be able to help support you through life's journey. I fully understand how overwhelming feelings of depression, anxiety or trauma can be. Plainly put, sometimes life can be challenging and we may need help figuring out what to do next or help with processing some big emotions. I'm here to help! We will work together to identify your individual goals and strengths to equip you with the tools you will need to accomplish those goals. No matter what the challenge is, I am confident we can work through it together!
Welcome! I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW). I want to be able to help support you through life's journey. I fully understand how overwhelming feelings of depression, anxiety or trauma can be. Plainly put, sometimes life can be challenging and we may need help figuring out what to do next or help with processing some big emotions. I'm here to help! We will work together to identify your individual goals and strengths to equip you with the tools you will need to accomplish those goals. No matter what the challenge is, I am confident we can work through it together!
Ricky Cooper
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tacoma, WA 98402
Whether it be depression, anxiety, family adjustment issues, or trauma related issues I am here to help you realize an internal strength you inherently possess.
Whether it be depression, anxiety, family adjustment issues, or trauma related issues I am here to help you realize an internal strength you inherently possess.
Bill Huey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
Tacoma, WA 98403
Are you wanting to be the best version of you possible? Do you want to have thoughts that are positive and encouraging rather thoughts of worry and guilt? Do you seek a happy, satisfying and intimate relationship with another person? These are all possible to you. If you would like to have a competent, wise, compassionate, non-judgmental advisor along your side while you explore these possibilities, I would be delighted and honored to join you.
Are you wanting to be the best version of you possible? Do you want to have thoughts that are positive and encouraging rather thoughts of worry and guilt? Do you seek a happy, satisfying and intimate relationship with another person? These are all possible to you. If you would like to have a competent, wise, compassionate, non-judgmental advisor along your side while you explore these possibilities, I would be delighted and honored to join you.
Lauren Ruocco
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Tacoma, WA 98406 (Online Only)
I work with adults, teens and children through a solution focused lens to help them on their life journey. I believe that across time we continually grow and change and that sometimes along the way it can help to have some guidance and support.
I work with adults, teens and children through a solution focused lens to help them on their life journey. I believe that across time we continually grow and change and that sometimes along the way it can help to have some guidance and support.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Tacoma, WA 98422
It takes courage to ask for help, and change occurs in a supportive trusting relationship, where we can explore in an gentle manner what concerns you.
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Counselor, MEd, LMHC
Verified Verified
Tacoma, WA 98407
I offer mental health therapy, performance improvement, and solution-focused career/educational counseling. Treatment emphasizes improvement of coping skills, emotion management, self-esteem, and wellness. You want a welcoming environment to address thought/emotion patterns and their influence on behavior. You are a client who wants to gain insight, make meaning, & take action toward your future. I will create opportunity for mindful reflection & give you the tools to become a more effective manager of your own life, whether that is addressing mental health, making career/education decisions, or increasing confidence.
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Katya V Shkurkin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, MSW, LICSW, MHP, SUDP
Verified Verified
Tacoma, WA 98401
Not accepting new clients
I am accepting new supervisees for Social Work Licensure. With 40 years of experience as a psychotherapist, my style is warm, compassionate and highly focused. I lean on a Developmental framework in nearly every area of your life: some areas are highly developed, others underdeveloped. I work with a traditional social work Strengths Based perspective, which means that I look for what you do well, and how you have successfully coped in the past. With a Cognitive Behavioral structure, we also look at which behaviors you might want to alter, as well as the thinking distortions that tend to be underneath our areas of dysfunction.
I am accepting new supervisees for Social Work Licensure. With 40 years of experience as a psychotherapist, my style is warm, compassionate and highly focused. I lean on a Developmental framework in nearly every area of your life: some areas are highly developed, others underdeveloped. I work with a traditional social work Strengths Based perspective, which means that I look for what you do well, and how you have successfully coped in the past. With a Cognitive Behavioral structure, we also look at which behaviors you might want to alter, as well as the thinking distortions that tend to be underneath our areas of dysfunction.
Lashon D. Watson
Mental Health Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Tacoma, WA 98422 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Lashon specializes within the areas of anxiety, depression, and adjustment disorders. Lashon believes that our family and social interactions have influence as we fall into unhealthy and sometimes very comfortable patterns. Exploring your communication style and how you create relationships, Lashon will help to identify the areas where you feel stuck to begin the change process for an improved quality of living. A client who understands and participates in their care, works in partnership to hopefully achieve their desired outcome(s).
Lashon specializes within the areas of anxiety, depression, and adjustment disorders. Lashon believes that our family and social interactions have influence as we fall into unhealthy and sometimes very comfortable patterns. Exploring your communication style and how you create relationships, Lashon will help to identify the areas where you feel stuck to begin the change process for an improved quality of living. A client who understands and participates in their care, works in partnership to hopefully achieve their desired outcome(s).
Joseph Anthony Velazquez
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA LMFT
Verified Verified
Tacoma, WA 98407 (Online Only)
What are the most important attributes of healthy modern men? Being a man today is not always easy. I have worked with men for years to help bring clarity and balance to their lives around emotions, family, work-life balance, overall health, sexuality, intimacy, fatherhood, commitment, anger/stress management, creative outlets, and communication.
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Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Tacoma, WA 98403
I have been a licensed marriage and family therapist for 34 years. Although specializing in children and adolescents, I have experience with juvenile and adult offenders, substance abusers, and those experiencing depression, anxiety, anger management and adjustment issues. I have extensive background in providing therapy to those in our law enforcement and military communities. I am equally comfortable and experienced in providing individual, couples, and family services. In addition to private practices in Tacoma and Vashon, I am employed as a therapist at Vashon Youth and Family Services. I
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Heather N Gaines
Counselor, MA, LMHC, CMHS
Verified Verified
Tacoma, WA 98403 (Online Only)
Hello and welcome! I am a Licensed Mental Health Therapist (LMHC), as well as being credentialed as a Child Mental Health Specialist, in Washington State. I work with both adults and adolescents, primarily specializing in patients who struggle with anxiety and mood disorders. My approach to counseling is one of collaboration. I use a wholistic approach to my clients; encouraging them to take the lead in their therapy wants, needs, concerns, etc. and maintain their personal autonomy.
Hello and welcome! I am a Licensed Mental Health Therapist (LMHC), as well as being credentialed as a Child Mental Health Specialist, in Washington State. I work with both adults and adolescents, primarily specializing in patients who struggle with anxiety and mood disorders. My approach to counseling is one of collaboration. I use a wholistic approach to my clients; encouraging them to take the lead in their therapy wants, needs, concerns, etc. and maintain their personal autonomy.
Charles Hester Cheek
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Tacoma, WA 98418 (Online Only)
My goal is to assist you in recognizing your inherent strengths that have been developed as a result of your unique experiences. Everyone comes to this moment with their own set of beliefs, values, morals, and expectations. You are stronger than you think. You are more capable than you think. Oftentimes individuals, couples, and families may not recognize their own resilience and their ability to break toxic cycles that may exist within relationships. Sometimes experiences can overwhelm us, and make us feel that we don’t know the way forward. The process of therapy is turning those overwhelming feelings into a road map.
My goal is to assist you in recognizing your inherent strengths that have been developed as a result of your unique experiences. Everyone comes to this moment with their own set of beliefs, values, morals, and expectations. You are stronger than you think. You are more capable than you think. Oftentimes individuals, couples, and families may not recognize their own resilience and their ability to break toxic cycles that may exist within relationships. Sometimes experiences can overwhelm us, and make us feel that we don’t know the way forward. The process of therapy is turning those overwhelming feelings into a road map.
Aubrey Lough
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, SUDP, MA
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Tacoma, WA 98401 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I have experience working with couples, families and individuals of all ages from a variety of cultures/ethnicities, socio-economic backgrounds, and religious beliefs, as well as LGBTQIA+. My approach is integrated, operating from a systems theory background, with a lens that is relational and informed by awareness of how societal factors impact experience. Working as a certified chemical dependency counselor, I address not only the individual substance user, but the impact of use on loved ones. I see change happening through shifts from a person seeing themselves as the problem to seeing themselves as a person up against a problem.
I have experience working with couples, families and individuals of all ages from a variety of cultures/ethnicities, socio-economic backgrounds, and religious beliefs, as well as LGBTQIA+. My approach is integrated, operating from a systems theory background, with a lens that is relational and informed by awareness of how societal factors impact experience. Working as a certified chemical dependency counselor, I address not only the individual substance user, but the impact of use on loved ones. I see change happening through shifts from a person seeing themselves as the problem to seeing themselves as a person up against a problem.
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Relationship Issues Therapists
While need for human connection appears to be innate, the ability to form healthy, loving relationships is learned. Some evidence suggests that the ability to form a stable relationship starts to form in infancy, in a child's earliest experiences with a caregiver who reliably meets the infant's needs for food, care, warmth, protection, stimulation, and social contact. Such relationships are not destiny, but they are theorized to establish deeply ingrained patterns of relating to others. The end of a relationship, however, is often a source of great psychological anguish.