My approach to therapy is primarily based on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). A core idea in ACT is that trying too hard to get rid of or control our emotions tends to backfire. Instead of trying to get rid of unwanted thoughts and feelings, I will help you learn to react differently to them so that you can keep your focus on living a meani
I believe a healthy and trusting relationship is paramount to creating a therapeutic environment in which growth and change can occur. My approach to therapy is integrative and often shifts based on the needs and preferences of my clients. Although I am largely conversational and process-oriented in my style, I can readily shift into evidence-based
I am the director of MacPherson Pacific Counseling Services, a dynamic new option in the treatment of chemical dependency, problem gambling, and sex addiction in the Seattle area. Your experience will be individualized and goal-focused. You will develop the tools to reclaim your life from addiction and compulsive behavior and begin to develop a pat
You’ve always been the one who holds it all together. The responsible one. The one who gets stuff done. The person others rely on. But lately, something’s shifted. You feel anxious, exhausted, and like no matter how much you do, it’s never enough. You’ve been running on empty, but keep pushing forward because… what el
I specialize in individualizing care to your needs and have over 36 years of healthcare experience in multiple specialties. I am passionate about helping people achieve an exceptional life by teaching them how to apply both nonpharmacological skills and best practices for utilizing psychiatric medications. To effectively move through the difficulti
I support people who are struggling with depression, anxiety, loneliness, and life transitions. My passion is to walk alongside individuals to support them in finding their strengths. I am compassionate and will meet you where you are. I think that self-investing and community care are essential to our mental wellness, and together, I will walk alo
I believe wholeheartedly in the potential for growth and healing. For many, counseling offers the possibility of meaningful personal and relational change. For others, it offers the realization that by dissolving old patterns of thinking and believing, life is perfect exactly the way it is. My approach is non-judgmental, direct and interactive a
The essence of good mental health is the ability to regard ourselves with a warm and caring heart. Too often, we fall into ruts of self-criticism, defensiveness, blame and get lost in cycles of shame that alienate ourselves from others and from ourselves. Through therapeutic work, we can reconsider the way we relate to ourselves and our inner exper
Whether you're a couple, an individual, or part of a poly system, I understand that your experiences and needs are as unique as you are. In my practice, I utilize a diverse range of evidence-based modalities. From dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) to cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT) to ac
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or exhausted by carrying your struggles alone, I want you to know you don’t have to do this by yourself. Many of the clients I work with come to therapy feeling anxious, stressed, depressed, or disconnected from their families, their purpose, or even from themselves. You may be seeking clarity, heal
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