Addiction is a treatable, chronic disease. Genetics, brain chemistry, environmental factors, and life experiences all play a role in the disease, and past trauma is often at the root of many addictions. For many who struggle with addiction, it can be helpful to know that risk factors and levels vary by person, but like any chronic condition, focusing on the cause and the symptoms in treatment offer the best chance for recovery.
Begin Your Search for a Mental Health Professional Who Specializes in Addiction
You've tried to stop your substance use or problematic sexual behavior on your own, but can’t. Your spouse, partner or other loved ones are hurting. They say they can't trust you anymore. Even worse, you feel you can't trust yourself. Your reality now consists of escalating feelings of failure, guilt, inadequacy and shame. And again, you turn to medicate and escape your reality. The vicious cyc...
Clients would describe me as easygoing, friendly, and empathetic. I like to create an environment where you can be honest about your life and open to new perspectives. Whether you're struggling with depression, anxiety, addiction, or just want to talk about what's on your mind, I want to hear about it. My style is to meet you where you're at, so we can work together to identify your challenges....
I am an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist & Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who offers relationship & sex therapy via video in Oregon and Minnesota. Telemental Health (the fancy name for video therapy) is a great option! Do you live in a rural place? Now you don't have to drive long distances to access therapy. Mobility issues? Video is accessible. Struggle to get a babysitter? Now you don'...
Welcome. I’m very glad that you’ve stopped in to look at my profile. It’s a big step to think about asking for help and moving forward with that decision. You’ll bring your thoughts, feelings, and goals and I’ll add my education, training, and experiences so that we, as a team, can work together to help lessen your struggles. I work with children, adolescents, and adults from age 5 through...
I believe that relationships play a key role in our development and success in life. I also believe that they can be challenging to navigate, at times, and painful. At other times, we may just feel stuck, overwhelmed, or upset and need a different perspective. This is where therapy can help. I know therapy can help because I have experienced it myself, and I have had the privilege of helping ma...
Daily, I sit and lend a neutral listening ear to a diverse group of individuals seeking an improved quality of life. With a skillful mind, dedication to serve, gentle heart and a general compassion to uplift others, I utilize a myriad number of modalities to provide necessary treatment, encouragement and motivation to help each individual function at a higher level than before. Dealing with gri...
"The curious paradox is that when I accept myself as I am then I can change." - Dr. Carl Rogers. As a Rogerian counselor, I emphasize to every person who comes through my door that they are the experts in their care. I provide the space and proper conditions to help this person live their life to their fullest potential. Hello. My name is Nicholas O'Madden and I am a Licensed Professional Clini...
I work with all aspects of individuals pain, specifically working with child trauma and how it presents in our daily lives. Working through the issues that impede our life path usually has to do with pains of our past we don’t know how to heal. Some are still living in that painfully broken family and want help to stop the suffering. The work starts with your healing in the present and with the...
**Telehealth openings are available! Most insurances are covering this service at this time.**Innersight Counseling Professionals has a team of 8 therapists with a multitude of speciality areas. We will work hard to develop a trusting relationship with you and assist you with your challenges in our comfortable setting. We use many different approaches and techniques in our sessions to best suit...
The most caring thing a therapist can do is support individuals in achieving their goals. When you want to recover from a traumatic experience, learn new ways of coping, and/or find ways to grow, I am prepared to help you in that journey. Using client-centered approaches, I will partner with you to make sense of your problems. Together we will strive to identify the root causes of your challeng...
*Not currently accepting clients*. Are you experiencing a tough transition in your life? I help those going through life transitions to manage and reduce their anxiety, depression, and panic. Learning how to manage life's stress can help you feel like yourself again. I employ a variety of techniques based on what you may be going through, and help you get back to your best level of functioning....
With locations in Seattle, Bellevue and West Seattle, we are Stacie Apple and Krista Law and are so proud of our team of skilled, professional, and conveniently located therapists. As an organization, we seek to offer a warm and safe atmosphere for you to steadily and consistently work with yourself, your concerns, and your goals. We believe that everyone can benefit from counseling, but we fou...
My experience has taught me of the resiliency of people and the power of change. I have extensive knowledge and experience working with mood disorders, anxiety, trauma, addiction, and anger. I specialize in treating mood disorders, anxiety, trauma, addiction, and anger. I also treat: Adolescent/College Students/Emerging Adult Difficulties; Depression; Stress Management; Anxiety; Self-Esteem;...
Whatever roadblocks you face, we will develop concrete solutions through an individualized approach. What you are going through needs to be validated and heard. I take special focus with severe mental illness, couples therapy and helping people with physical and/or emotional trauma. Sometimes in the shuffle of daily life we forget to care for ourselves. As your therapist, you can expect me to b...
Are you feeling stuck or worried about your child or family? Perhaps you’re feeling unhappy or self-critical? Is anxiety causing difficulty in functioning at home, school/work, and relationships? Seeking professional help can reduce these overall symptoms and improve quality of life. I provide psychotherapy services that are person-centered, meaning I meet clients where they are and empower the...
