Connect with Dialectical (DBT) therapy in Federal Way, WA

I provide counseling that blends compassion with practical, evidence-based strategies to support families and individuals through life's challenges. My practice focuses on strengthening relationships, building resilience, and helping clients create safe, nurturing environments where growth and healing can take place.

I work with individuals, couples, and families navigating substance abuse, relationship issues, anxiety, and depression. I have experience supporting Veterans, active-duty service members, and their families. You'll have my cell number so you can text me if something unexpectedly comes up.

Finding yourself overwhelmed or just coping instead of thriving? Investing in personal work can help you uncover your essence and achieve positive & lasting change. As a family, couples, and individual therapist with 16 years of experience, my focus has been helping clients improve how you show up for those you love and working through life stress.

Whether you're facing stress, anxiety, depression, or a major life transition, I'm here to help you find the clarity and tools you need to move forward. I create a safe, supportive space where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered.

Does your job demand a lot of you mentally, physically, or both? Has your family dynamic been affected because of experiences from your job? I can help with depression, anxiety, trauma, or life coaching to unveil invisible roadblocks and use coping skills to re-align your life's paths.

I work with adults navigating depression, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, and life transitions. My style is supportive and empathetic, grounded in respect for your choice to seek therapy. I offer observations and alternatives while recognizing you're ultimately in charge of the process.

Life can feel overwhelming when anxiety, stress, burnout, or major life changes leave you feeling stuck. I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you can explore challenges, build practical skills, and reconnect with your strengths to create meaningful, lasting change.

I want to work with you to gain the tools and strategies to help you move past the area that is of concern. I believe that we must find the positive and the good in each day, even if it's small, to give us the power and motivation to move forward. It is not always easy, but it is definitely worth it.

People want to decrease stress, feel grounded, and secure. It's what I want too. We often become stuck in circumstances and in our own minds, which can cause significant distress and erode our sense of self. I can help you sort through difficult thoughts, emotions, and change behaviors that do not serve you anymore.

Life can be challenging, but you don't have to navigate it alone. From life transitions to personal growth or developing new skills, together we will work on finding meaningful solutions to your life's hurdles. When you are ready to take that next step, I will be here to help you get started on your wellness journey.

I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) based in Spokane, Washington. I work with individuals who are ready for change and looking to reconnect with themselves. My goal is to help you feel more grounded, empowered, and aligned with who you truly are.

Taking the first step toward therapy can feel overwhelming, especially when life has been heavy for a while. Whether you're feeling anxious, stuck in depression, navigating past trauma, or struggling with substance use or relationship issues, you're not alone. I offer a compassionate, non-judgmental space where you can show up just as you are.

I'm a well-rounded clinician who utilizes a person-centered approach to meet you where you are and provide the support you desire. Let's normalize seeking support and prioritizing our mental wellness.

Sharing your thoughts, feelings, and worries can feel intimidating. I congratulate you on starting your journey, and I'll be here to make sure that it is meaningful to you. I specialize in working with individuals navigating life transitions, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and trauma.

If you are feeling overwhelmed, not sure where to begin to address your mental wellbeing, or have an idea of what you'd like to change in your life, I am committed to providing a safe, supportive space where you can move towards your goals and explore your experiences at your own pace. All are welcome, as you are.

I am a relational-based therapist and believe that authentic therapeutic trust is the primary mode of change. We all want to feel seen, heard and understood. I'll help you clarify your goals and work towards them in real and meaningful ways.

You deserve support that fits who you are—not who others expect you to be. I help adults navigate neurodivergence, disability, trauma, chronic health conditions, and life transitions through practical, strengths-based therapy. Therapy is available in spoken English and American Sign Language. Together, we'll find strategies that work for you.

Are you seeking a compassionate, grounded space for healing? I support women through tender life transitions, including pregnancy, postpartum, and the emotional weight of caregiving. I help in managing anxiety, chronic stress, and grief, while fostering steadiness and meaning as you navigate your journey. Here, you can show up exactly as you are.

Starting therapy is a courageous step, and I honor the strength it takes to begin this journey. I specialize in supporting individuals navigating life transitions, relational challenges, and emotional overwhelm, with a focus on making mental health care accessible and affirming.

I help individuals and young adults overcome life challenges including depression, anxiety, PTSD, grief, ADHD, and mood disorders. My work focuses on providing compassionate, effective support through evidence-based approaches tailored to your unique needs.

You're driven and dependable, but lately it feels heavy. On the outside, things look fine—you're keeping up with work, showing up for everyone. But inside there's constant pressure, overthinking, maybe burnout. I work with people who are used to being the strong one, who don't look like they're struggling but feel stuck underneath.

If you're looking for someone who can understand, validate, and give you a safe place to explore and process all emotions, look no further. Not only will you have the space to be your authentic self, you will also have a tailored experience for navigating, healing, and finding closure / starting that closure to a more meaningful and peaceful life.

Whether this is your first time seeking help or you have worked with someone in the past, I encourage you to reach out if you think we might be a good fit. I specialize in helping individual adults who are experiencing difficulties coping with stress, fear, anxiety, phobias, or obsessions and compulsions.

If you’re feeling aimless, overwhelmed, or worn down by anxiety, past trauma, relationship loss, or the demands of the world we live in, I offer a steady, practical, and compassionate partnership to help you find the answers that are within you.

I take a person-centered approach to therapy, fostering a supportive environment where you can heal and thrive. My focus areas include depression, anxiety, trauma, marriage counseling, and borderline personality disorder, and I am committed to helping you navigate your challenges effectively.