If you’ve ever felt like too much, or not enough, because of where you come from, what you carry, or how the world sees you, you’re not alone. Maybe you’re navigating the invisible weight of generational trauma. Maybe chronic illness has shaped your days in ways others don’t understand. Maybe you move through life holding pieces of multiple cultures, never quite feeling like you belong in any of them. Or maybe you’ve just gotten really good at performing—at showing up, holding it all together, and never being fully seen. If any of that sounds like you, I want you to know: therapy can be a place where you don’t have to explain everything to be understood. I’m Savannah Delgado, but most people call me Sav. I became a therapist by first becoming a question-asker. From a young age, I found myself wondering, “Why do people do what they do?”—especially when those choices caused pain. I didn’t want to repeat the patterns I saw. I wanted to understand them, interrupt them, and heal them. That desire led me into the healing professions—and now, to clients like you, who are ready to break cycles without breaking themselves. I work especially well with: Individuals and families carrying intergenerational trauma, cultural complexity, or family system wounds Clients navigating grief, chronic illness, emotional overwhelm, or identity invisibility Queer folks reclaiming safety, expression, and truth within oppressive or rigid systems People healing from codependency, perfectionism, or being “the strong one” I bring lived experience from my intersections: being raised between Hispanic, Native, and colonized cultures; navigating chronic illness; and learning how to hold grief and joy at the same time. I get what it feels like to not fit into neat boxes. I know how deeply it matters to be met by someone who just gets it. My approach blends warmth, attunement, and honesty. I draw from family systems therapy, somatic tools, client-centered work, and solution-focused practices. I often use metaphor, body-based regulation, and deep listening to help you explore what lives beneath the surface. In our work together, I’ll support you in rebuilding what you didn’t break, but now have the power to heal. As one of my clients once said, “Being queer... the world sucks. Other queer people? They just get that.” I want you to feel that kind of resonance in our sessions. I’ll put my hands underneath your hands to help you hold what feels heavy.

Are you feeling disconnected in your relationship or stuck repeating the same painful patterns, even when you want things to change? Whether you’re moving through a breakup, trying to rebuild trust, or balancing intimacy with independence, understanding your attachment style can be a game changer. I help individuals, couples, and professionals uncover the why behind reactions and habits so they can create relationships that feel secure, supportive, and lasting. You may look confident on the outside but feel emotionally exhausted or unseen inside your relationship or in your leadership role. As an attachment-based and insight-driven therapist, I take a straightforward, practical approach. Together, we identify patterns, clarify your needs, and build tools to manage stress, anxiety, and communication challenges that affect your connections at home or work. You’ll leave sessions with clear direction and hope. My clients often share that they feel lighter, more self-aware, and more capable of genuine closeness after just a few meetings. I specialize in relationship issues, anxiety, and depression, with a focus on attachment dynamics, executive stress, and life transitions. Sessions are collaborative and goal-oriented, paced around your readiness for change. You deserve a relationship and a life that actually feel worth having. I offer telehealth for clients anywhere in Washington through a secure, convenient platform. Let’s start with a free 15-minute consultation to see if we’re a good fit.

I believe therapy begins with creating a safe, supportive environment where clients feel heard, understood, and respected. My approach is collaborative and tailored to each person’s individual experiences, needs, and goals. I want clients to feel comfortable being honest about what they are going through, while we work together to better understand their emotions, relationships, and the patterns that may be affecting their lives. I specialize in couples counseling and have Level 1 certification in Gottman therapy. I also work with children, adults, couples, and families. I have experience supporting clients who are navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, family challenges, foster care, adoption, and relationship difficulties. As the founder of Calming Waves Counseling in Washington, I believe there is no one-size-fits-all approach to therapy. Our team brings together clinicians with different specialties, experiences, and therapeutic approaches, so clients can find support that is tailored to their unique needs. Across our practice, we strive to create a safe and understanding environment where clients can process their experiences, develop effective coping strategies, and work toward meaningful growth and well-being. My goal is to meet clients where they are, listen without judgment, and work alongside them as they navigate life’s challenges and move toward the changes they hope to make.

Are you confused, frustrated and angry? Have you invested a lot into your relationship but your partner always makes you feel "not good enough"? Are you treated like a second class citizen in your own house? Slowly even you believe that something is wrong with you? The more unfair it gets, the more you try to prove how good you are. Now you have reached the point to where you do even more for your significant other. What's wrong with that picture? Doesn't it feel like a trap? It might be and it is called Emotional Manipulation. On the surface it might sound loving and caring, but in reality it is designed to induce guilt, shame or anxiety. Without recognition, anyone would do whatever it takes to avoid those painful, negative feelings. The manipulator only needs to give "hints" or "directions" what you are expected to do and you instinctively jump to do it. It?s logical. Gradually, the manipulator controls more and more parts of your life. The emotional toll is devastating: the relationship is highly pressurized. Your Self-Esteem is deep down from the constant negative judgments. You are full of doubts about yourself and about the motives of your partner. You feel no matter what you do, you cannot change the situation. I see why you feel that way: someone else controls your emotions and behavior. Additionally, you are right when you think you cannot change the manipulator. Although there is a slim chance for change: you can change your responses to the manipulative attempts. By so doing, it changes the whole pattern. There is help and there is hope! I can help you to unveil the manipulative process, to respond differently and to override manipulation. You can restore your confidence and improve your Self-Esteem. You can create a fairer, more respectful, more balanced relationship. Please check my website for details, and don't be shy to give me a call. Free Initial Consultation I am preferred provider at First Choice Health Aetna United Behavioral Health Group Health Regence Other Insurance Companies might pay partial fee as "Out of Network Provider". Please ask your policy!

I employ a bio-behavioral approach to assist in processing and integration of emotional responses and resultant problematic behaviors or relational difficulty. I espouse a biopsychosocial model that addresses both emotional and physiologic responses and their impact on individual and interpersonal functioning. I strongly believe that my clients come to me already possessing the answers to their presenting problems, and I see myself as a guide walking side by side on their path, finding ground, moving forward on the path and bringing aspirations into fruition.

I'm passionate about working with those who grew up in a family where they were given adult responsibilities at a very young age. You took care of everything and everyone. Today, you’re still taking care of everything. You’re exhausted, but saying no or asking for help is uncomfortable, so you don’t. Instead, you stuff your feelings down, pretend like everything is good, and act like you have it all together. At times, it becomes too much, and you explode. Shortly after, you feel guilt, and you “help” more to ease it. Then you become angry, feeling disrespected and stuck. Hopeless. You want things to change and don’t know how to make change happen. As a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT), I provide skills to help you manage your emotions and advocate for yourself, so you’re not controlled by others or your guilt. I can help you strengthen your boundary-setting skills, so others learn how to respect you in the ways that matter most. Working with me can help you know your value and your worth. Together, we will move you toward your desired goals and empower you to make the changes you’ve been wanting. Call me, and let’s talk about how we can work together. I’m an experiential relationship specialist with a trauma-informed lens. My therapy style is integrative, with a foundation in systems and relationships. What this means is that I’m comfortable working with multiple people in the room, as well as considering those who are not. I look at the relationships you are a part of and consider how your experiences influence your emotions, perceptions, actions, and patterns of behavior. This also means that I’m not a cookie-cutter therapist. I don’t believe my clients are made from a single mold or that therapy is one-size-fits-all. I create therapy to fit the client’s needs and meet them where they are at. You can expect sessions to be relational and collaborative, a human experience where I will get to know you as a person while working toward your desired goals. Key methods used: experiential therapy, emotionally focused therapy, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), and trauma-informed care.

I am accepting new clients. There is no question life has its ups and downs. Sometimes we all just need a little extra support. I work with people from many walks of life dealing with many different situations. I treat adolescents, adults, couples, and families with anxiety, depression, stress, grief, life changes, relationships, addiction, trauma, and many other challenges. I use an evidence-based approach to psychotherapy drawing on theories core to psychology. I use an individualized combination of cognitive behavior therapy, motivational interviewing, acceptance and commitment therapy, and other strength-based strategies to treat clients and support them in achieving time-linked, measurable goals. I offer a free 10-minute consultation and look forward to hearing from you.

I am a geek, and a therapist. I work with individuals, couples and families and I specialize in working with geeks, gamers, and people who work in the tech industry. If you're struggling in your relationships with your partner or family members, or simply feeling anxious or sad and you're not sure why, I can help. We can work together to find the tools and strength that you need to create positive change. I often help people with social skill growth, anxiety, depression, autism spectrum disorders, grief, and communication. My primary focus is in helping families and individuals from various backgrounds and cultures explore new ways to tackle the hurdles and challenges in front of them. I have established a specialty in working within the "geek" and "tech" environments by being able to communicate on a more familiar level regarding video games, card and board games, anime, and computer software technology. When working with families my focus is to help facilitate better communication and establish more functional patterns of communication. With individuals we will work on identifying the areas that you struggle and finding solutions that last. Either way my focus is in helping my clients find lasting and positive change.

You’re capable, thoughtful, and accustomed to managing what needs to be managed. But lately, you may feel anxious, overwhelmed, stretched thin, or simply not quite like yourself. Maybe you’re navigating pregnancy or postpartum, the demands of parenting and caregiving, changes in your relationships or career, or the physical and emotional shifts of perimenopause and menopause. (Deep breath.) Hi, I’m Laurel. I offer a warm, down-to-earth space where you don’t have to have it all figured out. I’m an active and engaged therapist. I’ll listen deeply, but I won’t simply sit back and nod. We’ll make room for honest exploration and difficult emotions, alongside humor, practical tools, and kind challenge when it’s helpful. My approach is integrative and tailored to you. Sometimes that means understanding patterns, relationships, and experiences that have shaped you. Sometimes it means learning concrete ways to manage anxiety or regulate an overwhelmed nervous system. Often, it’s both. I draw from years of clinical experience and a broad foundation in psychology to help you better understand yourself in context and make changes that feel meaningful and sustainable. It is a genuine privilege to be invited into the meaningful, complicated, and vulnerable parts of my clients’ lives. Therapy can be a place to feel deeply known and accepted, while also being invited to grow. You set the pace, and your goals guide our work. I know that reaching out to a new therapist can feel like one more thing to do when you’re already overwhelmed. So, start in whatever way feels easiest. You’re welcome to send me an email, or you can schedule a free 15-minute phone or video consultation through my website. I genuinely enjoy meeting prospective clients, and there’s no pressure. We can simply talk about what’s bringing you to therapy and see whether working together feels like a good fit.

Are you looking to improve your relationship with yourself and grow? Are you looking to have stronger boundaries in your personal and professional life? Have you struggled with processing childhood or recent traumas that have impacted your life, peace, and relationships? Has it been hard to regulate or even acknowledge what you’ve been through? Have you found yourself avoiding problems, staying busy and using distractions instead of dealing with things? Is anxiety ruling your life? Are you ready to take back control and learn how to live authentically for yourself and values? If any of this rings true, we may be a good fit. I enjoy working to improve your sense of self, ability to live authentically, and to find your power. With me, you will enjoy a straightforward, interactive, and collaborative approach. You can expect to be held accountable and encouraged to grow in the ways you've identified and to rediscover your worth. You matter and so does your mental health. I create a space where therapy can be challenging, rewarding, empowering, sometimes fun, and sometimes hard. I enjoy bringing laughter and humor into the therapeutic space and helping you feel seen. If this resonates with you, feel free to check out my website to learn more about what it would be like to work with me and reach out for a free consultation.

As a therapist, I work to develop a relationship of collaboration and attunement to support clients in realizing the change they seek in their lives. I have extensive experience with adults and teens working through trauma, anxiety, and depression, as well as family and other relational issues, work stress and life transitions. I use a variety of practical, skills-based techniques nested in larger life-contexts of family and culture, to explore solutions and rediscover hope. I take an active approach giving feedback, suggesting actions, and assigning homework. I will work with you to develop more kindness and compassion for yourself in your journey towards self-discovery and wellness.