Career Counseling Therapists in Seattle, WA

UPDATE: I have room for 2-3 new clients that can pay out of pocket (I hate writing this, but it's the reality for therapists in the world of managed care).However, I am also diversifying my career and and am open to many clients as a trauma writing mentor/editor and more. Writing through healing is at least of equal value to psychotherapy. If you are interested in these services, visit me at www.elihastings.com) - I would be so delighted to work in tandem with other therapists, so please do consider if your clients might benefit!

Hey! I believe continuous self improvement is a must, so I’m always seeking ways to further myself (i.e. mentally, physically, spiritually). You're here because you're probably the same. I believe having a self-cultivation practice is key because it easily helps you overcome life's roadblocks. You want that, right? Most roadblocks are internal and are caused by non-unified parts of ourselves. The unification brings deeper self-understanding/mastery. Self-mastery gets you out of your way as you work towards your aspiration. It is not always easy, but it’s fun. I love it, and enjoy helping others establish or res-establish their own.

Hi. I have been a therapist in private practice for over 30 years. Experience matters in this field! Also I have continued to keep up with the very latest developments, methods and skills that continue to evolve in both individual and couple's work. I have a passion for this learning and contribution. I love my work. Some of the areas that I work with are: anxiety, depression, trauma, family of origin, grief, work and career transitions, sexuality, conflict, communication, chronic pain and other health challenges, aging, spirituality, creativity, desire for more aliveness and joy...I also teach, facilitate groups, and teach dance.

I’m a Couples Therapist and Individual Therapist as well as the Co-founder at Wellness Collective Therapy Group in Seattle, Washington: www.wellnesscollectivenw.com. I specialize in treating relationship issues around communication, sex and intimacy and conflict resolution. My clients are often looking for help with emotional disconnection, job stress, self worth issues, depression and anxiety. I help clients change their emotional responses and develop tools for managing stressors and increasing joy, contentment and peace in their lives.

I work with those who struggle with anger. Often times the anger is brought on by unmet expectations and merely a symptom of deeper issues under the surface. It's my job to metaphorically stand in a place you can not see, and point you in the right direction as to the cause of what is contributing to the anger. By doing so, you can receive insight that will enrich your life and change it for the better.

Immediate availability. Common concerns clients I work with face can include anxiety, burnout, depression, relationship concerns, exploring what's next, election anxiety, and self image. I work with individuals navigating a change that doesn't come with defined roadmap. My clients are often times leaving or questioning a high intensity career which they once loved. Together we work to identity insights and skills to help show up authentically and meaningfully to yourself and others. I utilize CBT, strengths based, attachment, and trauma informed theories in my practice.

I am a licensed psychotherapist with an office in Seattle's Capitol Hill neighborhood. I have a masters in counseling psychology from Regis University in Denver and over 20 years of professional experience. I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, LGBTQ and ADHD issues. I work with couples, individuals, and parents and their children. I draw on a number of schools of thinking, including existential, interpersonal, client-centered, cognitive and humanistic. Put simply, I see my job as helping my clients gain access to resources they already have within them - so they can grow into the people they want to be.

I work with clients aged 13+ on a variety of issues, including adjustment issues, anxiety, career counseling, depression, family issues, identity issues, life transitions, mindfulness, mood disorders, OCD, panic, phobia, and stress.

How do you know it is time for therapy? You can't get traction. You have unmanageable stress. Relationships aren't working. You need different, but don't know what or how. You can't make changes stick. You need answers***Come explore your situation through a different lens and let's work to find REAL solutions. My approach is direct, honest, and curious. You are the expert in your life but I am there to support and shine the light on your path so you can create lifelong change, using all of the tools and resources available to you. The first step can be hard, but together, we'll walk, create insight, and empower you on your journey.

I am a licensed psychologist who is skilled in Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Solution Focused Therapy. I also integrate client-centered, existential, and gestalt approaches, and tailor them to client’s unique needs and goals. My specialties include relationship difficulties, depression, career concerns, work stress, anxiety/panic attacks, identity issues (sexual, developmental, racial), and cross-cultural relationship.

I graduated from the Graduate School of Education of the University of Pennsylvania with a master’s in counseling and mental health services (M.S.Ed.) and a master’s in professional counseling (M.Phil.Ed.). I have experience working with adults with diverse backgrounds, providing bilingual services (i.e., Mandarin and English), addressing a wide range of client problems, and managing different platforms for conducting therapy.

I believe that every human being has the unique capacity to grow, change and heal. I work with clients at all life stages who are experiencing significant life transitions, unexpected change, stress, depression, anxiety, trauma, grief and loss, and self-discovery. My ideal clients are willing to be vulnerable, take risks, be open to the process, and appreciate direct communication and humor.

Are you someone who is looking to improve their daily functioning and overall quality of life? Are you seeking help with communication, social interaction, and emotional regulation? You may be struggling with anxiety or depression, difficulty forming and maintaining relationships, or finding a fulfilling career. My goal is to work collaboratively with my clients to develop strategies and tools to help them better navigate the world around them and achieve their individual goals. By creating a safe and supportive environment, I aim to empower my clients to become more confident, independent, and fulfilled individuals.

It takes courage to ask for help. Life seems to throw us one challenge after another and we can feel weighed down by the stress of daily living. Sometimes we can lose sight of what makes us feel special and valued. I am here to work with your individual needs. Feelings of anxiety, depression, anger, and loneliness can leave us feeling disconnected from others. If we do not take the time to understand where these feelings stem from and how they affect us, we cannot begin to heal and feel whole again. I value you as an individual and want to understand your unique experiences. I want to help you to feel safe and accepted at all times.

I work with individuals with a variety of needs and goals, including those in career or life transitions, those struggling with social anxiety, depression, and reporting low self-esteem. I also work with people looking to improve their intimate or family relationships, establish healthy boundaries, and develop the skills to communicate hard things in a loving way. While working with me as your counselor, you'll learn how to make meaning of your life experience, identify what it is that you most need or desire, and make a plan for how to implement positive changes.

I greatly enjoy helping people find answers and their strengths! Psychological assessments can be a powerful way of doing exactly that! I’m an openly AuDHD, geeky psychologist who actively works in the game industry, and I'd love to help you live the kind of life you find fulfilling. If you're a geek or gamer who is having a hard time finding a mental health professional who understands the nuances of your hobbies, passions, and maybe even your current or future career, I might be the person to work with. If you suspect you might have an ADHD or autism diagnosis, I also might be the person to work with.

Do you have repetitive thoughts, worry or overthink things and can't perform as well as you could? Do you want to enhance your success socially or at work, on tests, public speaking or at sports? You can achieve your goals by learning the skills that Olympic athletes use to be calmer and more focused. You can be coached to be more consistently relaxed, and to more effectively handle stress. Call me to identify how you can be helped effectively and more rapidly. I have integrated Western & Eastern methods that complement and enhance the speed and quality of your results.

Francis Killory is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in the State of Washington who provides clinical mental health counseling and assessments to adults of all ages. A second- career mental health professional with extensive international and intercultural experience, he has dual MA degrees in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and Addictions Counseling from the CACREP-accredited University of the Cumberlands, and MBA and BS degrees from Cornell University.

My clients are high achievers by nature. They often come to me because their anxiety and/or depression symptoms are being amplified by a present stressor like climbing the corporate ladder, entering their first job out of college, and making career or other life transitions. Anxiety and depression sometimes manifest in my clients' relationships with significant others and family. Some may even be experiencing imposter syndrome. While I do facilitate the therapy process, my clients drive the sessions. Together, our therapeutic endeavor is to help you achieve your goals.