A licensed mental health counselor is a professional who has a master’s degree (M.A.) in psychology, counseling, or another mental health field. They work two years with a mental health professional after graduate school for licensing. They cannot perform medical procedures or prescribe medications.
If you’re looking for a counselor you can use our vetted directory of mental health professionals to find one in your area. Start your journey below.
Deana Rae Schuplin
Des Moines
Iowa
Deana Rae Schuplin
Des Moines
Iowa
I believe getting help is a big step. This may be because opening up to another person is unfamiliar. Or it may have more to do with struggling to believe, hope, that things can change. I emphasize listening. In my experience, most often, this has been one of the critical ingredients in healing. I draw from all the major therapeutic orientations instead of relying on just one idea or the latest...
Sandi Espiritu
Seattle
Washington
Sandi Espiritu
Seattle
Washington
I have extensive experience working with traumatic bereavement due to the death of someone to suicide, homicide, accident or any other sudden unexpected death as well as grief resulting from a wide array of losses. Additionally, people seek me out for assistance overcoming challenges arising from trauma, anxiety, depression, chronic illness and help navigating life transitions. I work with adul...
In my blended practice of mental health counseling and art therapy, I work with families, adults, and children, supporting them in identifying resources and strengths to regain emotional health. In sessions, we work together using the approach that best suits my clients' needs--- art therapy using hands-on creative projects to gently encourage self-expression and gain insight; cognitive behavio...
Counseling is my calling, and helping you find resolution for what is not working in your life is my highest goal. As your therapist, I bring intentional listening skills, professional insight, and a safe, no-judgement space in which we can partner together to reach solutions that work for you. I believe that every person deserves "unconditional positive regard" and in our relationship you will...
**I AM CURRENTLY UNABLE TO ACCEPT ANY NEW CLIENTS.** I enjoy working with diversified populations with a wide array of problems and obstacles. I enjoy having the privilege to help clients overcome them and achieve their goals. I love helping people build strength to self-advocate and let their voices be heard through healthy communication. I work to provide space for clients to talk freely and...
My priority is to help you find peace and transformation in whatever capacity that means for you. Whether you are looking to manage anxiety or depression, address trauma or self-esteem issues, we will work together to find an outcome that meets your needs, values and highest self. My areas of specialization include: anxiety, self-esteem, trauma, life transitions, compassion fatigue/secondary...
Hi My name is Julie Clendenen. I have worked in the counseling profession for over 20 years. As a clinician and a person, I believe that our behavior is based on our thoughts and feelings. I practice from a mostly Cognitive Behavioral orientation, incorporating our thoughts, feelings, motivations, beliefs, and behaviors into therapeutic intervention that help individuals, couples, and families...
Christie L Messina
Seattle
Washington
Christie L Messina
Seattle
Washington
I see the therapeutic process as a collaborative one. My approach is to provide a safe, warm and respectful space for my clients to navigate through any challenges they are experiencing, or areas they would like to improve upon in their own personal journey. Many times these obstacles may hinder an individual from moving forward. My role is to assist them in this process to move towards living ...
Do you ever feel like all you can do is throw your arms up in the air? Do you just want to feel like a whole person again? Whether it is work, school, finances, relationships, children or some other source of stress, an excellent way to get back on confident feet is to work with a skilled clinician such as myself. Therapy can help build coping skills to manage life challenges, gain skills to...
Sidra A Beckett
Boise
Idaho
Sidra A Beckett
Boise
Idaho
*****Not taking new clients until JANUARY 2021- EMAIL is BETTER than PHONE CALL****** I love my work. It's a blessing to connect with people on the most human level each day. I enjoy the challenges of supporting my clients' journeys of discovery. I love helping them uncover their strengths, and relish the power of different perspectives on life's journey. I enjoy working with all ages, but I...
I like to create for my clients an environment that is conducive to cultivating open communication and trust. I respect and value the thoughts and feelings of my clients and each individual is treated as their own person, tried by challenges specific to themselves. Through self-exploration, understanding and deepened insight, I believe that individuals can heal and foster change. I work with...
Bethann Gurrad
Seattle
Washington
Bethann Gurrad
Seattle
Washington
Welcome! I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Washington State. I am accepting new clients and am providing in office and telehealth visits. I am curious about each client, working collaboratively to help them gain insight and develop strategies to be more fully engaged in their lives. I am effective at tailoring approaches to each client providing a truly unique and personalized space, a...
Walking into a therapist's office for the first time can be a daunting experience and even scary for some. So can acknowledging a problem or accepting that something in your life isn't quite working. With genuine warmth and concern, coupled with an authentic approach to problem solving, I will help you take those initial steps towards change and growth. The therapeutic relationship is a...
Why struggle through life's challenges alone? Why not see help today. I believe that each individual client has within themselves the power to change, live their ideal intended life, and maintain satisfying relationships. The counseling experience should provide an environment that is supportive, nonjudgemental, safe, and encouraging. I have been known to challenge my clients to confront their...