Therapists in Kent, WA
Working with a therapist in Kent, WA, can help you manage life’s challenges and focus on personal growth. You can work with a licensed mental health counselor in person or use a platform like BetterHelp. With BetterHelp, you attend sessions online at a time that fits your schedule, which can make getting treatment more convenient.
A therapist can help you work through challenging mental health conditions like generalized anxiety disorder and mood disorders, but you don’t have to have a mental health condition to benefit from therapy. You can attend counseling to overcome things that happened to you in your youth, learn how to experience healthy relationships, or focus on living in the present moment.
If you’re looking for a compassionate place to get support, a therapist can walk alongside you and help you find meaning in your life. Connect with a Kent-based therapist below to learn more about a comprehensive approach to treatment.
Felicia Rock
Clinician
License Type(s): MSW, LCSW
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesDepressionCompassion fatigue
10 years offering treatment
Hi, I’m Felicia and one thing I know for sure is that “confusion is the first step towards clarity” (in the words of Syd Field). It is so easy to get caught up in our heads-there is so much to pay attention to that we may have missed other clues that might help us navigate through the murkiness of our thoughts and feelings. I use a combination of different therapeutic techniques and work from strengths-based, mindfulness-based and attachment theory perspectives to help you explore issues impacting you during times of change or personal growth. When we are working together, I pay close attention to how you operate within multiple systems that can both contribute to and alleviate life’s challenges. We think together about experiences not about thinking away the challenges. I work with people around anxiety, depression, recent moves or life changes, and people who tend to be creative or may have been diagnosed with ADHD/ADD. A little more about me: I am Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Washington State. My continuing education builds on a Masters of Social Work in 2007 from Eastern Washington University and includes training in motivational interviewing, solution-focused and body-centered therapies. While I am comfortable using the various ways of conducting therapy here, I am not able to message as frequently. I will be with you every step of the way as you connect to yourself again and trusting yourself to make the choices that lead you to a life well-lived and well-loved. I am glad that you are here and I look forward to meeting you and seeing how we can work together! “Only through our connectedness to others can we really know and enhance the self. And only through working on the self can we begin to enhance our connectedness to others.” Harriet Lerner
Amy Pruitt
Clinician
License Type(s): LMFT
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseGriefSelf esteemDepression
20 years offering treatment
I am a licensed Marriage & Family Therapist with nearly 20+ years of experience. My work has generally been in community mental health, in a variety of settings, including in home family services, community agency based work in nonprofit mental health clinics, and outpatient clinic supporting residential substance abuse treatment programs. I have experience treating clients in all life cycle stages, but generally work best with clients from 20 years to 95 years in age. My strongest areas of focus include trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety, transitions, grief and loss issues, family of origin, parent coaching, relationship dynamics and communication. My therapeutic style is very conversational, and intentionally designed to feel more personal and engaging. Most of my clients say that they have "never been to a therapist" like me. I have a systemic orientation that focuses on strengths, and utilizes narrative therapy, with a heavy emphasis on contextual, CBT, EMDR, and some DBT. The general goal of therapy is to determine the goals you want to reach, identify the useful skills , resources and strengths in your life that already exist and utilize the three to achieve your goals. I will teach you skills, provide psycho education and insight, and engage you in treatment modality exercises throughout the therapy experience. Along the way you will discover how many of the answers you already had, and develop confidence in your self for the future.
Dr. Aprile Coleman
Clinician
License Type(s): D.M.F.T.,LMFT
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
11 years offering treatment
**[SUMMER/FALL 2024] • Current Availability: - TUESDAYS: EARLY AM, MIDDAY - WEDNESDAYS: EARLY AM, MIDDAY • Current Session Times: -9AM-2:30PM Eastern / 5AM-11:30AM Pacific • Clients: - INDIVIDUALS - ADULTS (22+) - POC, WOC, BLKM, BIPOC -------------------- Hello. I am a psychotherapist based in South Florida. I talk with you about whatever matters most to you. I support those who are ready for change. I specialize in Stress, Trauma, Anxiety, and Depression. I help you remember that, despite difficult ordeals, it is possible to move forward. I also remind you that talking helps. My top work entails... "Positive Mental Health by Understanding Ourselves" – I work closely with clients going through Depression, Anxiety, and Trauma. Together we discuss the memories and feelings that you're struggling with and figure out healthy ways to talk and cope. Plus, lots of conversation on creating healthy habits, seeing a doctor, when medication is necessary, and how to sustain peace, calm, and balance inside and out. "Situational Depression and Anxiety" – Covid put all of us in different places, situations and changes--some positive, some not so positive. Its repercussions are still present today. This is where you share with me what is going on in your life triggering difficulty in coping with current circumstances. I do mental health assessments, and together we discuss what you're going through, how to express your feelings, and how to lift your mood and focus on thoughts, actions, and behaviors despite how life unfolds. You will learn resilience... essentially how to respond versus react and follow your life values and make decisions accordingly. "Couples Therapy for One" - I am a big proponent to healing relationships if that is a part of your goals. I work with *individuals* as they work to better their relationships or move through relationship conflict, breakup, or even divorce. Some call it "couples therapy" despite it being with just one person present as my client. "Professional Growth/Entrepreneur Mental Health" – I work with those struggling through Stress and Burnout. Particularly to those who are entrepreneurs, business owners, and high achieving professionals facing unique challenges of that lifestyle. Also, this is ideal for those in the helping and caregiving professions such as nurses, therapists, counselors, and first responders. "Health Focused" – Also, I am a medical family therapist. I can talk with you about your chronic pain and/or illness struggles along with medical facets to your diagnosis, treatment and recovery. *MORE ABOUT ME:* I believe mindfulness and self-care are powerful and freeing. I practice solution focused, person-centered, positive psychology everyday. I am enthralled with the stars (of the sky), live for music and travel, and frequently am found taking walks in the South Florida sunshine. In the meantime, I love working with my clients, and supporting them through growth. How can I help you?
Jennifer Anderson
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesDepressionADHD
6 years offering treatment
I aim to help others reach their true potential by regaining balance between the body and mind.
Michelle Evans
Clinician
License Type(s): LPC,NCC,CEDS-S
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsEating disordersParenting issuesCoping with life changes
17 years offering treatment
Michelle is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in multiple states, a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC), an Accredited Clinical Supervisor (ACS), as well as a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist Supervisor (CEDS-C) through the International Association of Eating Disorder Professionals (IADEP). Michelle has an extensive amount of experience working with eating disorders, anxiety and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. Michelle is also highly experienced with assisting parents in navigating behavioral issues with their adolescent/teenager. Michelle enjoys utilizing Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) , Radically Open Dialectical Behavior Therapy (RO-DBT), Emotion Focused Family Therapy (EFFT), Family Based Therapy (FBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Michelle is a stay at home mom caring for her kids and keeping her therapeutic skills sharp by carrying a caseload on BetterHelp! Michelle loves helping people, talking to people, and getting to know people better. Michelle tries to have therapy feel safe, warm and welcoming. If you have little ones at home with you, they are always welcome to be present during your session.
Tamara Wright
Clinician
License Type(s): LCMHC
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
8 years offering treatment
Hello, I am Tamara Wright (you can call me Tammy) and I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor who is licensed to work in Utah, a Mental Health Counselor also licensed to work in Washington and a Clinical Professional Counselor licensed to work in Nevada. I have worked in the mental health field since 1991 when I began as a psychiatric technician at the Wyoming State Hospital. I have also worked as a Case Manager for Valley Behavioral Health in various settings. These past experiences inspired me to become more educated in the mental health field and become a therapist. I received an AS in criminal justice (with a strong background in criminal profiling) in 2012 from the Salt Lake Community College, a BS in both psychology and anthropology (cultural anthropology with a strong background in anthropology of religion) from the University of Utah in 2012 and an MS in clinical mental health counseling from the University of Phoenix in 2016. I have experience as a therapist working in the mental health field as well as substance abuse field and worked at Project Reality as an intern and at Odyssey House and Cornerstone Counseling as a primary therapist in residential and outpatient settings. Modalities I use in therapy are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral therapy and other solution oriented approaches in my therapy as well as art, existential and narrative therapies. Due to my anthropology background, I enjoy working with individuals from various ethnic and religious backgrounds and I am culturally sensitive and informed in my practice. I also have experience working with the LGBTQ+ community. I like to make sure that my clients feel that they are in a “safe place” where they can share their feelings without judgement of any kind. In my spare time significant other and cats watching scary movies, writing (I write under a pen name), cooking, gardening and collecting antiques. I like to crochet, make bread, candles and soap and go on an occasional adventure. I currently work out of Utah where I am licensed and have a license in Washington and Nevada as well. I work as a contractor for the Betterhelp company in California, taking clients that only reside in Utah, Washington and Nevada. PLEASE BE AWARE THAT I AM AVAILABLE FOR APPOINTMENTS MONDAY THROUGH WEDNESDAY FROM 11:30 AM MT TO THE LAST APPOINTMENT ENDING AT 10 PM MT ON THURSDAY I TAKE APPOINTMENTS FROM 11:30 AM MT TO THE LAST APPOINTMENT ENDING AT 7 PM. ALSO I WRITE BACK TO MESSAGES WITHIN 24 HOURS. I AM NOT AVAILABLE ON FRIDAYS AND SATURDAYS BUT DO CHECK MY MESSAGES AND WRITE BACK ON SUNDAYS. INTAKE INFORMATION IS REQUIRED BY ME TO WORK WITH ME: *Can I stay anonymous? When you sign up Betterhelp will ask you for your full name or contact information. You may pick any "nick name" which will identify you in the system. When you decide to start the therapy process, I will ask you for your contact information for emergency situations. This is to keep clients safe so it can be used if I believe that you or someone else might be in danger. I will request additional specific information about you as required by my licensing board guidelines.* FROM THE BETTERHELP WEBSITE: THE PROFESSIONALS WHO WORK FOR BETTERHELP ARE LICENSED AND CREDENTIALED THERAPISTS WHO WERE CERTIFIED BY THEIR STATE'S BOARD TO PROVIDE THERAPY AND COUNSELING. HOWEVER , WHILE THE SERVICE MAY HAVE SIMILAR BENEFITS, IT'S NOT CAPABLE OF SUBSTITUTING FOR TRADITIONAL FACE-TO-FACE THERAPY IN EVERY CASE. PLEASE NOTE THAT YOUR PROVIDER WON'T BE ABLE TO MAKE ANY OFFICIAL DIAGNOSIS, TO FULFILL ANY COURT ORDER OR PRESCRIBE MEDICATION. *DISCLAIMER* IF YOU ARE CURRENTLY FEELING SUICIDAL OR HAVE FELT SUICIDAL IN THE LAST TWO WEEKS YOU NEED A HIGHER LEVEL OF CARE THAN WE CAN OFFER AT BETTERHELP AS BETTERHELP IS NOT DESIGNED FOR CRISIS CLIENTS AND AS SEEN ABOVE THIS MAY NOT SUBSTITUTE FACE-TO-FACE THERAPY IN SOME SITUATIONS, ONE OF THOSE SITUATIONS BEING A CRISIS SITUATION AS YOU DO NOT HAVE ACCESS TO A THERAPIST 24/7. IF YOU ARE IN CRISIS, PLEASE DIAL 911 OR GO TO YOUR LOCAL EMERGENCY ROOM.
Lindsay Clark
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseEating disordersDepressionCoaching
6 years offering treatment
I truly believe that each person on this earth is designed and created for excellence. Yes, even when you don't feel or believe that that is true. My goal is to help cultivate a safe space where each human has the potential to heal and reach their true selves. Your true self is who you are designed to be! I pull from a variety of approaches; including inner child work, polyvagal theory practices, attachment based therapy, and several others; to help heal the root of your challenge.
Stephanie Arzavala-Reed
Clinician
License Type(s): LCPC,LPC,NCC
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsSelf esteemDepression
10 years offering treatment
Welcome to the first step in feeling better! My name is Stephanie, I am a licensed clinical professional counselor with 8 years of experience. I knew I wanted to be a counselor at the age of 13 years old and have always enjoyed helping others. For me, working with others is the most rewarding experience and I'm thankful to each person who feels comfortable enough to share their stories with me. Being vulnerable isn’t easy and my goal is to provide a safe space, completely judgement free, to enable an open, honest exchange to begin the healing process. I enjoy working with a wide variety of people with varies presenting concerns. I easily relate and connect with teens and young adults with life transition struggles. I have several years of experience with women who have experienced various levels of trauma as well as members of the LGBTQ community. I also thoroughly enjoy working with couples. I tailor my therapeutic treatment approach to fit each individual’s needs and primary source of distress for each session. Generally, I lean towards person centered, cognitive behavioral, and solution focused therapy approaches. With each client I explore their goals and together we form a treatment plan. I am skilled in treatment and psychoeducation of: stress, anxiety, depression, communication, coping skills, self care, family conflicts, marital support, and more. Thank you for taking the first step, I would be honored to be a part of your healing process. I look forward to working together working towards the life and goals you’ve always dreamed of. Stephanie
Emily Crowell
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Relationship issuesFamily conflictsParenting issuesCoping with life changes
4 years offering treatment
For the last 13 years I have worked in family law as a mediator, custody evaluator, and parent coordinator. I'm looking to blend my experience in family law with my mental health training. My areas of expertise are divorce/separation, co-parenting, and parenting. I am licensed in Oregon and Washington and have been in private practice since 2020. I understand these life transitions are difficult and approach each situation without judgment and with compassion and sensitivity. My goal is to help you adjust to these changes so that you are able to be a better parent and/or person than you were the day before. Although I've been in this field for many years, the therapist role is relatively new to me but I look forward to learning together and helping you to establish a plan to reach your goals.
Connie Chapman
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseParenting issuesDepression
7 years offering treatment
I am licensed in Washington with 20 years of professional work experience in therapy, social work and case management. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, abuse, & parenting issues. I also have experience working with depression. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
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What types of therapists are available to clients in Kent?
Understanding the type of therapy you'd like to search for is crucial before finding a therapist or psychologist. Be sure to narrow your search for therapists in Kent that can offer psychodynamic therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), therapeutic talk therapy, group therapy, marriage and family therapy for individuals or couples, or couples therapy depending on your needs.
Licensed therapists & mental health professionals available through BetterHelp's online platform
Mental health therapists in Kent available through BetterHelp are accredited as psychologists to help individuals and couples. Kent therapists' credentials can include licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT), licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), and clinician or doctor of psychology (PsyD). Regardless of their licensure, Kent therapists are trained in any type of therapy in the Kent region and in the state of Washington.
How can a therapist help you destress, manage your emotions, and guide you towards the life you want?
Therapists in Kent can help clients in improving healthy relationships, communication skills, working through life transitions, couples challenges, managing a mood disorder, improving coping skills, self help tips, offer life coaching, family life, or change in negative thinking patterns. A therapist in Kent may also provide a safe place and validation for clients experiencing emotional pain, or that simply want a psychological assessment.
Is it better to find a mental health counselor or therapist in Kent offering online therapy or in person?
Studies show online therapy can be just as effective as in-person counseling. Online therapy with licensed counselors is often more affordable, with BetterHelp pricing ranging from $65-$100 weekly, while in person therapy can cost up to $200 per session.
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