Therapy in Lynnwood WA - Mental Health Counseling Services
Are you a woman in Lynnwood WA who's tired of feeling like you're constantly running on empty? If you're struggling with anxiety, depression, or relationship issues and searching for therapy that actually gets you, you've found the right place.
I'm not going to sugarcoat this: finding the right therapist can feel overwhelming as hell. But here's the thing—your healing journey is uniquely yours, and you deserve counseling services that understand your specific needs as a sensitive woman.
Why Choose Ebb and Flow for Your Mental Health Needs
When you work with me, you're not getting a therapist who sits back and takes notes while you do all the work. I'm engaged with you every single minute of each session. This isn't just my job—it's my calling, and I take my role as a healer seriously.
I understand what you're going through because I've been there. I know what it feels like to be dysregulated, to feel like you can't trust your own thoughts and feelings, to have that voice in your head that knows something isn't right but not know how to change it.
My Unique Approach: Integrating Nutrition and Mental Health
What sets my practice apart from other therapists in Lynnwood is my integration of nutrition counseling with mental health services. Your relationship with food and your relationship with yourself are deeply connected, and addressing both leads to more comprehensive healing.
If you're dealing with binge eating, using food to cope with emotional pain, or caught in cycles of restriction and overeating, we'll address that alongside the deeper emotional work. This holistic approach to well being ensures we're treating the whole person, not just isolated symptoms.
Evidence-Based Therapeutic Modalities I Use
As a licensed therapist trained in multiple evidence-based approaches, I offer specialized treatment for women dealing with complex trauma, anxiety, and eating disorders:
Brainspotting: This powerful therapy helps you access and process deep emotional trauma by focusing on specific eye positions that correspond with your emotional experiences. It's incredibly effective for healing trauma that your body has been holding onto from the past. It is equally effective at helping release negative beliefs you carry about yourself such as “I’m not good enough.” With those beliefs released, your radically true self can start to emerge.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT): Instead of trying to eliminate difficult thoughts and feelings, ACT helps you develop a different relationship with them while committing to actions that align with your values.
Intuitive Eating Therapy: This evidence-based approach helps you heal your relationship with food and your body, moving away from diet culture toward a more compassionate way of nourishing yourself.
Individual Therapy: One-on-one sessions provide personalized attention where we can dive deep into your specific mental health concerns and develop tailored coping strategies.
Group Therapy: I offer specialized women's groups and binge eating support groups where you can connect with others who understand your struggles.
Intensives: For when you're ready to dive deep, I offer intensive therapy sessions that allow for significant progress in a concentrated period.
Mental Health Issues I Specialize In
I have extensive experience working with mental health issues that commonly affect sensitive women:
Anxiety and Depression: Not just surface-level symptoms, but the deep-rooted anxiety and depression that comes from years of not feeling safe to be yourself. We'll work on understanding where these feelings come from and developing real tools to manage them.
Binge Eating Disorder: This isn't about willpower—binge eating is often a symptom of deeper emotional issues. We'll treat both the eating behaviors and the underlying causes using evidence-based approaches.
Substance Use: Whether it's alcohol, cannabis, or other substances, we'll explore how you've been using substances to cope with stress and emotional pain, and develop healthier alternatives.
Narcissistic Abuse Recovery: If you've been in toxic relationships with narcissistic partners or family members, we'll work on healing from gaslighting, rebuilding your sense of reality, and learning to trust yourself again.
Trauma: Many of my clients have experienced both major trauma and developmental trauma from growing up in families where their emotional needs weren't met. We'll address how past experiences continue to impact your present relationships and well being.
Who I Work Best With
My ideal clients are women who've been accommodating others, avoiding family conflict, and putting everyone else's needs first. You've been over-functioning for so long that you don't even know what it would feel like to just... be.
You might be someone who:
Struggles with toxic relationships or relationship problems
Uses "busy is better" mode to avoid uncomfortable feelings
Deals with substance use as a coping mechanism
Experiences chronic stress from always taking care of others
Has difficulty setting boundaries with family members
Feels disconnected from your authentic self
If you're saying, "I don't want THIS, but I don't know what I DO want," we're going to work together to figure that out.
Both In-Person and Telehealth Services Available
I offer both in-person sessions in Lynnwood WA and telehealth services. Online therapy sessions aren't a lesser version of treatment—they're just as effective as meeting in person. Sometimes being in your own space actually helps you feel more comfortable and open.
Telehealth services can be particularly helpful if you have a busy schedule, transportation challenges, or prefer the privacy of your own home. We'll use a secure, HIPAA-compliant platform that protects your privacy.
Whether you choose in person or online sessions, you'll receive the same quality of care and engagement from me as your licensed therapist.
What to Expect: My Counseling Process
Free Consultation
We'll start with a free consultation where we can chat about what you're looking for and whether we're a good fit. No pressure, no sales pitch—just an honest conversation about where you are and where you want to go.
Intake and Goal Setting
If we decide to move forward, we'll have a longer intake session where we get to know each other, talk about your goals, and begin building rapport. I keep it simple and focus on understanding your story and how to best support your healing journey.
Consistent Session Schedule
Here's something that sets my practice apart: I don't make you chase me down to schedule sessions every week. When we start working together, I'll give you a consistent day and time that's yours. We'll schedule three months at a time, so you know exactly when you're coming in.
This consistency is crucial for women who've experienced chaos and unpredictability in their relationships. You need to know that this one hour is yours, every week.
Addressing Relationship Issues and Family Dynamics
Many of my clients struggle with relationship issues that stem from patterns established in their families of origin. If you grew up in a family where conflict was avoided, where emotional needs weren't met, or where you learned to be the "good girl" to keep the peace, these patterns likely show up in your adult relationships.
We'll work on understanding how your past experiences with family members shaped your approach to relationships. This might involve addressing family conflict that was never resolved, learning to set boundaries, or healing from relationship problems that keep repeating themselves.
The Mind-Body Connection in Healing
One of the benefits of integrating nutrition counseling with mental health therapy is that we address the mind-body connection. Your mental health and physical well-being are deeply interconnected, and healing often involves addressing both.
When you're struggling with anxiety, depression, or trauma, it shows up in your body. By addressing both your mental health and your relationship with food, we can support more comprehensive healing and improved quality of life.
Group Therapy Options
Binge Eating Group Therapy: Connect with other women who understand the shame and struggle around food. In these groups, you'll find community and support as you work toward healing your relationship with eating.
Women's Group Therapy: These groups focus on the unique challenges women face—perfectionism, people-pleasing, and the pressure to be everything to everyone. You'll connect with others learning to prioritize their own needs and find their authentic voice.
Group therapy offers benefits that individual therapy alone cannot provide. There's tremendous power in realizing you're not alone in your struggles and that other women have walked similar paths toward healing.
Why Location Matters: Understanding Lynnwood WA
Being located in Lynnwood WA means I understand the unique pressures of living in the Pacific Northwest. I know what it's like to deal with the social expectations, the pressure to be perpetually "fine," and the difficulty making genuine connections in this area.
Living near areas like Alderwood Mall, you're surrounded by constant pressure to consume, to keep up appearances, to have it all together. This can be particularly challenging for sensitive women who are already struggling with their relationship to their body, food, and self-worth.
Moving Beyond Coping to Thriving
Many women I work with have become experts at coping, but coping isn't the same as thriving. My goal isn't just to help you manage symptoms—it's to help you create a life that feels authentic and fulfilling.
Real healing in my practice involves:
Learning to trust your own thoughts and feelings
Developing healthy boundaries in relationships
Finding ways to regulate your nervous system without harmful behaviors
Discovering what you actually want, not what you think you should want
Processing old pain and trauma so it doesn't keep running your life
Healing your relationship with food and your body
The Importance of Trauma-Informed Care
If you've experienced trauma, you need a therapist who understands how trauma affects the brain and body. Trauma-informed care means I understand that many of your coping strategies developed as ways to protect yourself.
I don't see your behaviors as pathological—I see them as adaptations that made sense given your circumstances. This perspective changes everything about how we approach your healing journey.
What Makes Me Different from Other Therapists
I bring a depth of understanding that comes from specialized training and experience working with women facing similar challenges. I'm trained in Brainspotting, ACT, Intuitive Eating Therapy, and trauma-informed approaches.
This training means I can offer you a range of therapeutic tools and adapt our approach based on what's most helpful for your specific situation. Some clients benefit most from individual therapy, while others find tremendous value in group therapy settings.
Confidentiality and Safety
What we talk about in our sessions stays between us. This is a legal and ethical requirement that I take seriously. You need to feel safe sharing your deepest thoughts and experiences.
There are rare exceptions where I might need to break confidentiality—if you're at immediate risk of harm or if there's suspected abuse of vulnerable individuals. I'll always be upfront about these limitations.
Services Tailored to Your Unique Needs
The services I offer are designed to meet you where you are and support you in moving toward where you want to be. I don't believe in one-size-fits-all approaches to mental health treatment.
Some clients benefit most from weekly individual therapy sessions. Others find that group therapy provides the connection and support they need. Some benefit from intensive sessions when they're ready to dive deep into their healing work.
Ready to Start Your Healing Journey?
If you've read this far, something in my approach resonates with you. Maybe you're tired of trying to figure everything out on your own. Maybe you're ready to stop running from your own thoughts and feelings.
Taking the first step toward therapy can feel scary, especially if you've been the one everyone else leans on. But here's what I know: you deserve to have your cup filled too.
I offer a free consultation where we can talk about what you're looking for and whether my approach feels like a good fit. There's no pressure, no obligation—just an honest conversation.
You don't have to keep over-functioning and people-pleasing your way through life. There's another way to live, one where you get to be authentic, set boundaries, and create a life that actually feels like yours.
Frequently Asked Questions
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I combine mental health counseling with nutrition therapy and specialize in working with sensitive women who've been over-functioning their whole lives. I use evidence-based modalities like Brainspotting and ACT that are particularly effective for trauma and anxiety.
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Please reach out to discuss your specific insurance situation and what options might be available to you.
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This depends on your goals and the issues you're addressing. Some people feel significant relief within a few months, while others benefit from longer-term work. We'll regularly check in about your progress.
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Yes, I offer both in-person sessions in Lynnwood WA and secure telehealth services that are just as effective as in-person treatment.
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Contact me to schedule a free consultation where we can discuss your needs and whether my approach might be helpful for your situation.