Therapists in 99362

Life can sometimes place so many obstacles you are not sure what to do or how to handle them. Then past issues get in the way of your ability to move on with things in your life and make it difficult to handle daily challenges. If you are interested in moving past your past and finding new ways of coping, then give me a call. I am a conscientious, caring therapist with over twenty-four years of experience offering advice, support, rehabilitation, and non-judgmental guidance to clients who have experienced trauma and hardship. Serving adolescents, adults and seniors.

What is most important in my work is a sense of comfort and trust between the client and counselor. I use a number of different modalities depending upon the needs and comfort of my individual and couples clients. These may include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma Focused CBT, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Interpersonal Therapy, Positive Parenting instruction, instruction on successful and compassionate communication and Mindfulness Based CBT.

You are feeling lost after a big life change. You just finished college, you've retired, you have ended a relationship, you are a newlywed or any number of good or difficult life transitions. You are trying to find your new footing, but feel you just keep slipping. Are you feeling overwhelmed or scared by the changes in yourself or your situation? You’ve lost your confidence and you’re not sure you can get through this. Life is full of changes, transitions, and complications. Sometimes these can be difficult to adjust to, even when they are good changes.

Dr. Chase is a licensed mental health counselor in Washington. She has been a licensed clinical psychologist in Brazil for almost 30 years. She has well over 20,000 hours of counseling practice with an emphasis in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). To better understand the laws in the U.S. she also obtained a Master's in Counseling in the U.S. and graduated with Highest Distinction. Her approach to counseling is eclectic, and she does not confine her counseling skills solely to CBT; rather, she employs numerous counseling theories to help her clients achieve their goals. She looks forward to working with you.

Cassie's ideal client will be searching for the courage to be imperfect. They believe the client is the author of their own story, and the therapist can help them edit or rewrite the chapters that challenge their ability to thrive. Cassie is a therapist who strives to understand individuals within their social context and to meet them wherever they are in their lives. They provide LGBTQIA+ mental health therapy, working with individuals across the lifespan.

As a dual diagnosis/co-occurring psychotherapist, (licensed mental health counselor and licensed substance use disorder professional) my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges. By applying specific therapeutic approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life and incorporate healthy coping skills.

The journey of a thousand miles begins with the first step. Are you struggling? Feeling overwhelmed with the day to day? Do you feel your life lacks meaning, or are you just feeling stuck? The journey of self-discovery and healing is one of the most courageous and rewarding things in life. Together we can uncover what is keeping you stuck in patterns, behaviors, thought processes, and beliefs that are preventing you from obtaining connection or simply moving forward.

I approach therapy from an evidence-based perspective by letting you know what the research has shown to be the most effective way of handling whatever problems you’re struggling with. From there, we can work together to adapt that type of therapy to fit your specific needs & life circumstances so we can figure out how to make our sessions most helpful for you. I specialize in CBT, DBT, CPT/PE, Schema Therapy & Mindfulness-based therapies amongst other evidence-based psychotherapies. I accept First Choice Health insurance, which frequently contracts with some Kaiser plans. Please call to confirm I am in-network with your plan.

Every person can grow when offered compassion, support, and the opportunity to learn new skills in research-based therapy. To help my clients achieve their goals, I actively evaluate their needs and build each person a scientifically grounded care plan. I support my clients in their growth, whether they want to improve their mental health, make the most of their relationships or professional life, or cope with chronic illness. I am proud to work with people who have diverse backgrounds, life experiences, and personal identities.