When does wanting something more become an issue? When our normal desire for change has no recognized solutions. When our wants lead to self-rejection or frustration that keep those we care about at arms-length. When we disengage to avoid expressing a need, but get accused of not caring. We prepare for arguments before entering the room and the scr
Your innermost Self knows, better than anyone, what your wounds are and what you need to heal and soar! My job is to help you discover that truth and come to trust its guidance. I'll help you learn to extend a compassionate ear even to your most scared, angry, critical or suffering parts, as ALL of your parts have invaluable information to share ab
I come from a Humanistic therapeutic approach. This means that as a counselor I provide an environment where you will receive unconditional positive regard, acceptance, and genuineness. When we work together I will hope to form a secure bond between us, where you feel safe to express your true self, thoughts, and feelings without fear of negativity
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
My goal is to create an empathic, collaborative, and reflective space where clients can feel comfortable exploring their concerns and goals. I am invested in hearing the experiences and world views of each individual client, providing a space to unpack and reflect on topics brought to session, and recognizing each client's intersecting identiti
My name is Dr. Valinda Harlan; I am a National Board Certified Counselor (NBCC) specializing in relationship therapy and Gottman Method couples therapy, serving couples in Washington, DC and offering across Washington, Oregon and California. I have extensive education, training and clinical experience helping individuals and couples navigate relati
When I sit with a couple, I see two people who love each other deeply but have lost their way of feeling connected. I understand how painful it can be to keep circling the same arguments, wanting closeness, yet feeling stuck in patterns that create distance. I know how much courage it takes to reach out for help when you are exhausted, hurting, or
Our goal when we created Refresh Therapy was to create a place where you can tell your story. Everyone has a story. We can't wait to hear yours. Counseling encourages you to examine your dreams, thoughts, choices, barriers, and pain to nurture positive life changes. We believe that success in therapy requires collaboration with your therapist,
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Your pain is a key that can unlock the door to a better life. As a psychologist, I work to help you turn that key- to help open yourself to the compassion, enjoyment, and fulfilment waiting for you.
I value compassion, kindness, presence, and working together with my clients to make the world in which we live a better
My work with clients is focused on specialty areas of trauma, adjustment issues, anxiety, panic, and phobias. I consider my work with clients a privilege and I feel honored to be a part of your journey.
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