Our counselors in Seattle, WA offer child therapy

I am a licensed professional counselor (LPC) currently seeing clients in Virginia and Washington. I started my career in 2020 and have experience working with adolescents and adults seeking help with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, loss, mood disorders, stress management, and substance use. I earned my Bachelor’s degree from Missouri Western State University in my hometown of Saint Joseph, Missouri, and my Master’s degree in Counselor Education from Radford University in Radford, Virginia.

In my practice, I use person-centered, strengths-based, and solution-focused approaches, with the understanding that each person’s experiences are unique. I strive to work collaboratively with my clients, creating a personalized environment that feels comfortable and supportive.

Building trusting relationships is central to my practice. I work to provide a safe, open, and collaborative space where clients can set and achieve meaningful goals.

Cydney Horton is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Certified Addiction Psychotherapist with 6 years of experience in the mental health field. Cydney is passionate about working with teens, adults, and families to address individual and systemic challenges. She specializes in depression, trauma, relationship issues, mood disorders, self-harm, addiction, transitions, domestic violence, and anxiety.

Cydney completed her Master of Counseling at Idaho State University. She is a former D1 athlete with experience in navigating the stressors and pleasantries of change and shifting narratives. Life experiences paired with her professional experience aid Cydney in providing understanding and support that her clients are seeking. She utilizes a variety of treatment modalities including person-centered, narrative, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and Gestalt.

We all go through things in life. Cydney is confident that she would be able to support you on your journey to gain new perspectives and techniques that will support you with coping skills to address life issues. If you are ready to join therapy, schedule an appointment with her today!

Rachel Herman is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with 8 years of experience. She has worked with children, adults, and adolescents in various settings including residential, foster care, and private practice. Rachel has experience and interest in working with children, teens, and adults struggling with anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, PTSD, relationships, communication, anger management, and social skills.

Rachel received her Master’s in Counseling from The Family Institute at Northwestern University. Rachel is trained in psychodynamic theory and incorporates cognitive behavioral therapy, play therapy, mindfulness, internal family systems, and motivational interviewing.

Rachel regards therapy as a partnership between client and therapist and strives to empower clients toward accomplishing their goals. Her counseling style is warm and empathetic, and she tries to meet clients where they are. Rachel believes everyone can change and is ready to help you improve your life.

*Children under the age of 8 must be seen for in-person sessions.*

I am a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) with 6 years of experience supporting individuals navigating trauma, attachment wounds, low self-esteem, and identity exploration. I believe my clients are the experts in their own lives and focus on building meaning, self-awareness, and resilience. I am especially committed to providing affirming, person-centered care to LGBTQ+ clients, including queer and trans individuals.

I earned my Master of Science in counseling and clinical mental health counseling from the University of Phoenix. My approach integrates person-centered, trauma-informed, and strength-based therapy. I combine clinical expertise with lived experience to help clients develop healthy coping strategies and deeper self-understanding.

If you are working through trauma, identity questions, or relationship challenges, I am here to provide a safe, affirming space where you can heal and grow. Together, we will build practical tools and insight to help you move toward a fuller, more authentic life.

Kaamilya Wedwick is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who hasyears of experience assisting others in acheiving their mental health goals. She specializes in depression, anxiety, trauma, and substance use. Kaamilya aims to create a therapeutic space by remaining non-judgemental where her clients feel welcome to heal.

Kaamilya completed her Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) at the University of Missouri-Columbia. She is also certified in dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT). Kaamilya defines herself as an eclectic therapist and will use treatment modalities that best fit the client’s needs, but often uses cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT).

Kaamilya believes in person-centered care where each client has a right to self-determination and will always be treated with compassion. She can help equip you with the tools to fight a winning battle. If you are ready to start making changes, schedule an appointment with Kaamilya today.

I offer counseling and talk therapy services; however, I do not currently offer psychological testing. I am Sam Bearer, a licensed professional counselor with 9 years of experience working with individuals and couples from diverse cultural, ethnic, and religious backgrounds. I specialize in helping clients work through emotional, relational, and interpersonal issues, including anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, anger, sexual issues, family and relationship dynamics, self-image and identity, communication, and mood and personality disorders.

I hold a master's in counseling from Covenant Theological Seminary. My approach draws on multiple therapeutic modes, including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, internal family systems, and eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, so I can stay flexible as each client explores their unique internal experience.

I love helping clients find self-acceptance as they explore their inner world and chart their own path forward. I'd love to get to know you and help you live in alignment with your values. When you need a partner to help you process life's difficulties with expertise and compassion, reach out to schedule an appointment.

Gretchen Phillips is a genderfluid (they/she), queer, white, neurodivergent, non-disabled, Millennial woman and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over 8 years of experience. She specializes in working with queer and trans individuals to navigate unique experiences of coming out, safety, sexual and romantic relationships, and belonging. Gretchen has experience addressing with all genders and orientations concerns about anxiety, trauma processing and recovery, systemic oppression, sexual assault recovery, and identity exploration.

Gretchen holds a Master’s in Counseling Psychology from The Seattle School of Theology and Psychology. Their training in interpersonal psychodynamic therapy fosters a relationship that is dialogic and collaborative, integrating interventions from mindfulness and Gestalt therapy, psychoanalysis, dialectic behavior therapy, and cognitive behavior therapy.

Working together with Gretchen creates opportunities to build the skills and practices necessary to take authority over life, including increased confidence and self-esteem, maintaining healthy interpersonal boundaries, and building new neural pathways that concretize the change any individual wants to see and be.

I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 4 years of experience providing comprehensive mental health care across the lifespan. I specialize in psychiatric evaluation, medication management, and psychotherapy for conditions such as anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, mood disorders, schizophrenia, conduct disorders, and insomnia. I focus on evidence-based treatment designed to reduce symptoms, improve functioning, and promote lasting emotional well-being in outpatient and telehealth settings.

I earned my Doctorate in Nursing from Arkansas State University. My approach combines clinical expertise with empathy to support individuals as they navigate life’s challenges. I tailor each treatment plan through careful evaluation, medication management, and therapy to help clients build resilience, balance, and overall well-being.

I understand the challenges of living with mental health conditions and strive to create a safe, judgment-free space where clients feel heard and supported. My goal is to provide compassionate, personalized care that encourages healing and growth, helping each person take meaningful steps toward recovery and emotional stability.

Emily Sherrill, a dedicated Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 25 years of mental health expertise, has worked across various settings, including outpatient, inpatient, and residential environments. Specializing in trauma and complex trauma, Emily brings extensive experience in addressing mood/anxiety disorders, addictions, eating disorders, and suicidal/parasuicidal behaviors. Her commitment to providing high-quality, compassionate, and ethical mental health therapy reflects her aim to empower individuals to navigate challenges with resilience and strength.

Emily earned her Master of Social Work from Boise State University, and her expertise stems from a diverse background, encompassing therapeutic intervention, clinical leadership, and program development. Her therapeutic approach integrates compassion with evidence-based practices, along with a touch of humor, to guide clients through their healing journey.

No matter where you stand on your journey, Emily can help you navigate your path forward. Emily's goal is to provide a space where clients feel heard and understood, helping them identify and pursue their "meaningful life." Emily extends an invitation to those uncertain about their journey, offering guidance as they transition from survival to truly living.