Dr. Amy Ford started Dayspring Behavioral Health in 2012. Dayspring’s values and mission statement are to improve the lives of our community by uncovering strengths, building momentum to overcome life’s challenges. We care deeply about families in our area and are here to help through assessment, counseling and educational services.
Meet Our Team
Clinical Team
Dr. Amy is a clinical psychologist and testing psychologist who provides assessment services for children and adolescents ages 4-25. Dr. Amy has been working in the mental health field for over 15 years. Dr. Amy received a Masters degree from Pepperdine University with a specialization in Marriage and Family Therapy. Dr. Amy received a doctorate in clinical psychology from the American School of Professional Psychology at Argosy University, Seattle, Washington with a specialization in child psychology and neuropsychology. Dr. Amy completed pre-doctoral internships at the Center for Autism and Related Disorders in Tarzana, California and the University of Washington CARE clinic in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Amy’s specialization and training include child and adolescent mental health, neurodevelopment differences including Autism Spectrum, Attention Deficit Disorders, mood and behavioral disorders, personality disorders, assessment of disability, and learning disorders.
Dr. Amy’s approach is strength based, no-nonsense, cognitive-behavioral, systems, supportive and challenging.
Dr. Amy started Dayspring Behavioral Health in 2012 with the goal of creating a team of well qualified mental health professionals to provide therapy, assessment services and educational support services that results in greater mental wellness and improved functioning. Dr. Amy and her team are dedicated to delivering research based treatments and a holistic approach to mental wellness.
In her spare time, Dr. Amy enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, coaching cross country and track teams, and training for endurance races.
“Happiness can be found, even in the darkest of times, if one only remembers to turn on the light.” -Albus Dumbledore
I am a mental health counselor whose clinical focus is primarily working with teens, young adults and women. I strive to empower my clients to find sustainable ways to embrace a life of holistic wellness. I am a Certified Integrative Mental Health Professional who believes that our mental health is greatly impacted by, and healed through, addressing areas such as nutrition, movement, screen time usage, and other lifestyle habits. My approach is a structured mash-up of empirically validated techniques (CBT focused) and my own intuition. I strive to create a safe space for individuals from all walks of life and approach my work with open-minded curiosity. Clinical interests include anxiety, depression, ADHD, neurodiversity, the mother wound, and generational trauma (epigenetics).
My process is educational, collaborative, goal oriented, and accompanied by my own quirky sense of humor. I have a genuine desire to help you with your interpersonal growth and believe it’s important to practice what I preach. I am not afraid of sitting in the “mess” of anxiety, depression, self harm, shame, low self esteem, social media/screen addiction, or academic pressure that you (or your child) might be facing.
Education: As we work together, you will quickly discover that I get hyped on the science behind the brain, lifespan development, emotions, and anything else related to the human body. A large part of correcting things like anxiety and depression is biologically based and supported by neuroscience. I help to provide the science behind things so that you gain a deeper understanding of yourself and reasons why suggestions I have might be helpful to you. Knowledge is powerful, and I believe that a key to sustainable change is the process of getting curious about the interaction within ourselves: biology, genetics, and behavioral patterns.
Collaboration: Your success in therapy rests largely on a mutual collaboration between the two of us. I am not the expert on your life (that’s you!) and my job is not to tell you what path is best to take or what is the right choice to make in a situation. My role is to guide you in self discovery and provide education, perspective, coping techniques, and honest feedback as you navigate life’s challenges.
Goal-Oriented: My style is best suited for individuals who want to grow and improve their lives. You will often hear me ask, “What is your intention for the week?” which creates a space for you to take ownership of your life and work towards sustainable, positive changes. Part of my job will be to maintain accountability and support as you take steps towards achieving your goals.
Certified Integrative Mental Health Professional:
I am a Certified Integrative Mental Health Professional (CIMHP) and have been trained in integrating biomedical methods with both alternative and naturopathic solutions. This involves a whole body approach assessing lifestyle, nutrition, movement, screentime, sleep, and more. Our gut is considered the “second brain” and mental health can be deeply impacted by (and healed through!) nutrition and lifestyle adjustments. These recommendations may be given to support mental health conditions such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, and more. These may include suggestions tailored specifically to you to include: supplements, vitamins/minerals, specific meals/foods, routine changes, forms of movement, and new habit formation.
GETTING TO KNOW MARY
We ourselves feel that what we are doing is just a drop in the ocean. But the ocean would be less because of that missing drop. – Mother Teresa
We ourselves feel that what we are doing is just a drop in the ocean. But the ocean would be less because of that missing drop. – Mother Teresa
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and National Certified Counselor. I love helping people to choose life and tap into their strengths to accept the things they cannot change, to change the things they can and to become active writers of their life’s story. I offer unconditional acceptance and a voice of radical honesty. I have a collaborative and integrative approach. I understand that people are the experts on themselves and every person is complex and needs an approach tailored to their unique situation. I embrace a holistic approach which considers your spirit, mind, body and community. With your permission, I will work with your doctors (MD, ND, PhD) to provide a team effort for your best care.
I am passionate about the work I do as a psychotherapist and even after decades of experience working with people, I still love to laugh.
MY CLIENTS
I work with adolescents with “old souls,” emerging adults, and adults in all stages of life’s challenges and transitions. I am well acquainted with trauma, anxiety, unipolar and bipolar depression. My clients are individuals and couples both hetero- and homosexual. I am an ally to the LGBTQ community.
I also offer Telehealth sessions via a secure HIPAA compliant site.
RADICAL HONESTY
As a 2x cancer survivor I live with an awareness that life is NOW. I believe in authenticity and integrity to say what you mean and mean what you say. Radical (not brutal) honesty comes from finding and using your genuine voice. My job is to facilitate discovery.
CHOOSE LIFE
There are people, places and things that suck the life right out of us. Many of those are unavoidable. My approach is to make a list of things that are life-giving and invest time in those people, places and things to counterbalance life suck and keep us thriving.
HOW I HELP
Therapy is not a one size fits all proposition. Therefore, I am integrative, drawing from several modes of therapy: mindfulness-based cognitive, cognitive-behavioral, person-centered, narrative, positive psychology, existential, gestalt and psychodynamic (to name a few). I am also collaborative, I have expertise but YOU are the expert on YOU.
My life’s work is to be a trusted, healing person to those in pain. My therapy room is many things: a confessional, a delivery room, a crucible, a place of radical honesty with a whole lot of grace. Most of all it is a safe place to tell your story, to process thoughts and feelings, to tell deep, dark secrets, to find strength and hope, to cry and to heal. I believe the very nature of love is redemptive and the economy of the universe will use all things. Simply, the worst lemons can become the sweetest lemonade.
MORE ABOUT ME
This is how I choose life. I love to play in the soil. I am an organic gardener with an addiction to creating perennial gardens. Whether working or playing I love being outdoors. I am curious and adventurous. I love to explore and discover. I love walking and hiking. I am a life-long learner and an avid reader/researcher. I read self-help, feminist authors, historical fiction and mysteries. I am also a supporter of LGBTQ rights
INSPIRATION
In the midst of difficulty lies opportunity. – Albert Einstein
Only in the darkness can you see the stars. – Martin Luther King Jr.
“Virtually every kid is exposed to giants and ogres and talking wolves, and so forth. And magic. And I think you never outgrow your love for those imaginative, fanciful, far-fetched, fantastic characters and situations.” -Stan Lee
“That person who helps others simply because it should or must be done, and because it is the right thing to do, is indeed without a doubt, a real superhero” - Stan Lee
I am a Mental Health Counselor and Hypnotherapist currently in the process of completing my doctorate in Clinical Psychology. My clinical interests include working with children, adolescents and young adults who are neurodiverse and often feel misunderstood. I have experience and find enjoyment working with: ADHD, behavioral disorders, Autism Spectrum, anger management, anxiety, depression, video game addiction, and the unique challenges young adults face transitioning into adulthood.
Some describe me as “the real deal nerd” as I am well versed with all things Marvel, DC, anime, Pokemon, Minecraft, and many other fandoms. I enjoy incorporating video games and nerd references into my therapeutic work to help bridge the gap between inner worlds. Oftentimes this opens up dialogue and lowers defenses to provide a collaborative space for open and honest reflection. Working within you or your child’s framework is an essential part of building a strong therapeutic alliance.
I strive to help my clients work towards their full potential and provide tools and alternative viewpoints to help them get there. My therapeutic approach is eclectic, science based, and intuitive. Everyone’s needs are different and I strive to tailor my approach to meet my client’s needs and goals. Getting you to the point where you can achieve “maximum effort” is what I am all about. I have a passion for helping children “reprogram” their challenging behavior and create long term change through behavioral modification and cognitive restructuring.
Hypnotherapy offers a unique way to bypass cognitive defenses and gain traction in re-wiring unhelpful thought patterns and working towards healing (No, I will not take over your mind or make you dance like a chicken). Through hypnotherapy, I have seen clients find success in alleviating distress, improving self esteem and confidence, and overcoming psychological/emotional trauma. Hypnotherapy can be helpful in treating anxiety, phobias, trauma, depression, and building healthy habits. (For more information on hypnotherapy, please visit: https://www.webmd.com/mental-health/mental-health-hypnotherapy).
More About Me:
When I am not in the office, I enjoy spending time with my kids and loved ones. I enjoy deep conversations about quantum physics, spirituality, comic books, and research studies. I am additionally trained in martial arts, psychometry, and I am a yearly Comic Con attendee. My friends describe me as calming, innovative, and like the Batman of our office.
Hello! I am Kate and I am a counselor at Dayspring Behavioral Health. I have a passion for working with children, teenagers, young adults and parents/caregivers. I enjoy working with my clients to navigate challenges related to anxiety, depression, self-esteem, social skills, behavioral issues and school success. I also have experience working with clients regarding autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, interpersonal relationships, life transitions, family changes/divorce and grief/loss. I work with clients to help them better understand their emotions and more effectively cope. I particularly enjoy working with clients on issues related to anxiety and social skills. I also have a special interest in working with parents on parenting concerns and ways to support their children or teenagers.
HOW I HELP
I work collaboratively with my clients and have a supportive, educational and direct approach. I am focused on identifying and working towards goals, and finding solutions that are tailored to each client’s specific experience. I frequently use CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) and ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) to help my clients increase awareness of their emotions, develop new insights and establish new coping skills. Ultimately I view myself as a skill builder, insight facilitator and parent coach.
SKILL BUILDER
I work with children, teens, young adults and parents alike to build coping skills to address challenges in their lives. I work with clients to create an individualized “toolbox” of skills to help them more effectively cope.
INSIGHT FACILITATOR
I believe knowledge is power, and I work with my clients to develop new insights about their thoughts, feelings and behavior. We can then use this knowledge to identify and work towards making positive change.
PARENT COACH
I enjoy working collaboratively with parents to help them best support their child or teen. I frequently work with parents who are struggling to understand their child’s experience, having difficulty getting their child to “open up” or whose child is struggling with anxiety, school performance, behavioral concerns or other issues.
MORE ABOUT ME
When out of the office, you can find me cooking, gardening, biking, swimming or skiing. I also love traveling and spending time with friends and family.
I am an Art Psychotherapist and Licensed Mental Health Counselor. I view my work with teens and adults as a collaborative relationship aimed at inspiring and empowering clients to create meaningful and lasting changes in their lives. I have experience helping clients navigate many of life’s challenges including, but not limited to: trauma- and stressor- related disorders, anxiety disorders, depression and mood disorders, life transitions, grief, self-esteem, shame and guilt, interpersonal relationships, women’s issues, and chronic pain. I consider myself to be an advocate for and ally to those seeking well-being, balance, greater ease, and emotional freedom.
WELL-BEING
There is no disconnect between body and mind—for either to function optimally, both must be cared for. Therefore in therapy, I do not solely attend to matters of the mind. I work with clients in a holistic way, offering encouragement to activate the foundations of health—proper nutrition, adequate sleep, and vigorous exercise—to benefit overall well-being.
BALANCE
We live in a society that places great value on doing and achieving ever more. Constant work, overstimulation, incessant social media demands, et cetera can lead to burnout, anxiety, and depression. I challenge clients to make difficult choices about priorities in an effort to cultivate a more balanced life.
EASE
Life can be difficult. Through fostering self-awareness, enhancing cognitive flexibility and creative problem-solving skills, and promoting healthy relaxation strategies, I aim to help clients navigate life’s challenges with greater ease and inner peace.
EMOTIONAL FREEDOM
Left unchecked, human emotions sometimes yield unhelpful and unhealthy patterns in thought and behavior. Through exploration and self-work, clients can regain a sense of agency and emotional freedom—the ability to respond to situations thoughtfully rather than repeatedly falling victim to automatic emotional reactions.
HOW I HELP
I am eclectic in my approach to therapy, as one approach does not fit all, and I employ methods from several therapeutic modalities. In broad terms, my therapeutic stance is holistic and person-centered. I believe that the therapeutic relationship is a powerful agent of change and, therefore, I value building trust and a strong rapport with my clients. Additionally, as an art therapist, I believe engagement in art making is life-enhancing and that bringing the creative process into therapy facilitates healing and growth.
MORE ABOUT ME
I believe that nature is inherently healing and enjoy spending time out of doors with friends and family doing many activities, including: running, backpacking, gardening, walking my dogs, and
My name is Wesley Premoe and I am a Counselor at Dayspring with my Masters in Counseling Psychology. I have been with Dayspring since September of 2017 working with people ages of seven and up. I enjoy working with people to help them develop a sense of personal improvement. I have a passion for helping people find skills to help navigate life.
How I Help
Dealing with a Different Life
I enjoy helping people with anxiety, depression or that are on the autism spectrum. My goal is to help them find improvement in their quality of life. One of the commonalities that I find unifies these attributes is the misunderstood perception from the common folk. When working with my clients who share these experiences, I host a safe environment to discuss and process everyday life. I also help collaborate with my clients in order to find coping skills that fits their needs. I believe knowing where our issues lie is the first step, then processing the issues, then implementing tools.
Getting into Gear
I also like to help people in dealing with issues in motivation. In these cases, I look to take the approach of Motivational Interviewing (a mode within Cognitive Behavioral Therapy). We work on identifying the deficit followed by identifying options of action to promote movement. In sessions with me, the expectation is that I’m working in tandem with my clients to discover areas of opportunity for growth. Once those areas are exposed, we work together to determine next steps for the client to use as they feel fit. My role as the counselor is to help uncover those opportunities and collaborate on what might be the next steps in their personal journey.
Adjusting to a New Season
The final subset of material that I enjoy helping with is dealing with life transitions. Sometimes people need someone to help walk them through a mentally or emotionally draining part of their life. These things could include change in home, career, worldview, school, relationship status and more. In these sessions, I believe that it is critical for the person to be heard. I also think it’s helpful for a second perspective to identify the situation in a different light. In appropriate moments, we can also work on coping skills in order to get through tough situations like the one’s we would be dealing with in an adjustment period.
About Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Sometimes, changing emotions or behaviors can be a difficult task to take on. Maybe you deal with overwhelming emotions that cause distress on a reoccurring and exhaustive basis. Maybe you continuously fall to unhealthy life patterns or simply make poor choices often. I believe that changing the way we think about an issue can influence both emotions and actions. I ascribe closest to cognitive behavioral therapy as my mode of practice. I am a firm believer in changing thinking in order to influence change in feelings and behaviors. In hosting therapy, I spend time teaching my clients to challenge their thinking and formulate new points of view. I also work on developing coping mechanisms that are healthy and effective per the needs of the client. In fit circumstances, I may employ existential methods to those looking for motivation or help determining life direction.
When it comes to Kids and Families
I love working with kids and families! I would use all of the above tools and mindsets, but putting a fun or consumable spin on the material to keep the kids engaged. We do this by building a relationship over conversation, games, and worksheets.
More About Me
In my free time, I enjoy writing and playing music with my friends. Musical expression is one of my favorite ways to decompress. I also enjoy spending time with my wife and cat playing video games or simply enjoying each other’s company. Some other fun facts about me include the following: Born and raised in Washington (Snoqualmie for a majority of my childhood). According to Pottermore, I would be a part of the Gryffindor House. My favorite movie is The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King. My favorite sport is baseball. Yes, the Mariners are my favorite even if they struggle to win (often).
Howdy, I’m Jason! If connecting with your teen, your parents, your partner, or yourself is something you have a hard time doing, I am here to help! Working with others who struggle with past hurts, traumas, anxiety, depression, executive functioning, and relationship issues is what I do. You can be a young person just walking into middle school hallways for the first time, or having just celebrated your retirement, my door is open to you! Mental health is important at any age. My hope is to walk alongside anyone who wants to make positive change in their mental well-being, relationship, or world.
Talking to a complete stranger about life can be a little weird, so here is a little about me; I love taking time to be with friends, treat my sweet tooth, watch sci-fi/action movies, and work on cars. While I consider myself mechanically inclined, I know people take a little longer to rewire than a car. It takes time to reach personal goals and find healing, but I believe time spent with others can be the best investment!
How do I do therapy? My approach is to tailor my treatment to my client. I know that one size does not fit all! My primary methods involve utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Humanistic Existential Therapy. Doing what I can to connect on a relational level is also very important. There’s typically two experts in the room when I’m working; I’ll be the one with the knowledge in counseling, and I will need your expertise on you!
So what’s my experience working with others? I started off working with young men, ages 8-21, in residential group home and detention center settings. Many faced struggles in the foster care system, the Dept. of Corrections, and knowing how to have positive relationships in their lives. I later worked in public schools providing behavior therapy to children on the Autism Spectrum and with behavior disorders. Having support through school is one of the most important things for students. I have also served in a university-based community mental health clinic and one college counseling center for engineering students. There I could help those facing the first years as an adult, making career track decisions, and still having to study! Since then, I joined the staff at Dayspring Behavioral Health working with children, adolescents, adults, and couples from all walks of life.
Nate works with clients to support and understand the individual, in an effort to engage individuals in the process of change and growth. He is a bilingual (Spanish and English) Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Chemical Dependency Professional Trainee. In 2013, Nate graduated from Northwest University in Kirkland, and has worked in the mental health field for the past 7 years. He practices a variety of treatment modalities which include Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Person-Centered Therapy, Strength Based Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Existential Therapy. Nate has worked extensively with clients of varying ages and cultural backgrounds, including youth, adults, and families.
I am a child-focused Licensed Mental Health Counselor who utilizes art and play therapy in session as well as evidenced based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye-Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT). Alphabets aside, I see the most important part of my job as learning from the experts and the expert is you, the client and or guardian. I strive to create a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can freely learn about and express themselves. Through therapy my clients find a voice to name and voice their thoughts and emotions and learn about how to make choices in their thoughts and actions. People I work with are often surprised that sessions have been playful or even silly, but getting to know you is discovering what brings you joy not just what you struggle with. I work with children ages 4 and up, as well as teens to empower them to overcome a variety of challenges such as difficulties with adjustment, trauma, grief and loss, mood disorders, anxiety and or depression, and problems relating to ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder. I’m also proud to be a LGBTQI ally. I work with parents to give them new skills to support and foster their child’s growth and to manage behaviors. My approach is collaborative and the goal is to provide the tools (derived from that alphabet I mentioned earlier) to clients and their guardians in order to empower them to live their most authentic and fulfilling lives.
MORE ABOUT ME
Prior to being a therapist, I was a professional artist, creating paintings and sculptures that depicted my love of nature and all living things. These days, I still paint but therapy is my passion and I love to find creative ways to help others to express themselves. When I’m not working, I’m cooking for my friends, pampering my dog and cat, hiking around the Pacific Northwest or I’m poking around in tide-pools and spying on the jellyfish. I have found and kept 253 clovers with 4 or more leaves to date. I am a Hufflepuff and love all things Studio Ghibli.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate, with a specialization in Child and Adolescent therapy. I enjoy sitting with kids, teens, and families at all life stages to help identify systemic strengths and possible vulnerabilities to life’s various challenges. I have experience helping individuals/families manage: anxiety, depression, ASD, trauma, social skills, body image/self-esteem, conflict-resolution, parenting challenges, emotion regulation, and executive functioning skills/ADHD.
Creative Problem-Solver
I am passionate about helping others find solutions to life’s numerous challenges and I value opportunities to help clients become more in touch with their creative sides. Through learning new coping skills, identifying helpful boundaries, or gaining appreciation for one’s sensitives, I work to support clients as they become creative problem-solvers in their own stories.
Strengths Advocate
I work well with deep-thinkers that are motivated to better understand themselves and are open to working collaboratively to appreciate their strengths and sensitives. I aim to guide and encourage clients as they process challenges and develop new strategies for overcoming life’s hardships and become the experts of their own strengths.
Self-Compassion & Humor
I sincerely believe in the healing powers of laughter and encourage clients, when appropriate, to engage with this power in session as a tool to provide room for self-compassion.
“...the laughter that happens when people are truth-telling and showing up and being real -- I call that ‘knowing laughter’. That's what good laughter is about. It's about knowing that you're not alone.” – Brene Brown
How I Help
My therapeutic style is flexible, open-minded, client-focused, and goal-oriented. I strive to meet client’s where they are at in their therapeutic journey and utilize introspective discussion to explore aspects of life such as, generational influences, coping skills, societal pressures, life expectations, and/or unhelpful past narratives. I aim to help clients meet their therapy goals by utilizing elements from various theoretical perspectives including, but not limited to: solution-focused therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and narrative therapy.
More about Me
An introvert myself, I thoroughly enjoy cracking open a new book or listening to a true-crime podcast. I enjoy exploring new places and can never turn down a good thrift store adventure.
I am a licensed mental health counselor associate and certified medical family therapist. I work with individuals, couples, and families to help find solutions to problems that have left them feeling powerless. I completed a year-long externship providing psychotherapy for those afflicted by cancer at Swedish Cancer Institute. I have worked at Dayspring Behavioral Health for 4 years. Problems I have helped with include, but are not limited to: Anxiety, Depression, Grief, Chronic and Terminal Illness, Marital and Interpersonal Conflict, ADHD, Spirituality/Faith Issues, Identity Development Issues, and Difficult Life Transitions.
HOW I HELP
Human beings are wired for connection. The problems we experience can leave us feeling isolated, broken, and powerless. Those who are suffering are often told to “get over it,” “just look on the bright side,” or “it could be worse.” Not everyone is comfortable around human suffering. I am someone who will sit beside those who feel cast aside and unseen. I help people deconstruct problems and rewrite their narrative. I operate from several therapeutic modalities in order to provide the best treatment for my clients. People are diverse and so are their problems. I believe in teaching skills and finding potential.
WHAT’S A NARRATIVE?
A narrative is a story we believe properly describes our lives. However, we can be mired by problematic stories we tell ourselves or have had thrust upon us. I am strange. I am not a good friend. I am depressed. We typically experience problems when we live by those short descriptions. They leave out so much about a person. By breaking down these narratives, I help people re-author their lives.
WHAT’S A TOOL WORTH IF YOU DON’T HAVE THE SKILLS TO USE IT?
People often expect therapy to provide them with “tools.” I think therapeutic tools are great, if you know how to use them. I believe therapy is about developing skills and finding long-term solutions. I am trained to use many common therapy models and I hope to tailor my approach to fit the client and their needs.
A HERO’S JOURNEY
Does your child struggle with low self-esteem? Are anger outbursts a common occurrence? Is it difficult for them to do well in school and connect with others? Perhaps your child has not yet realized they are a superhero in the making. Perhaps they are need of a superhero coach! Superheroes may be fictitious but their effects on our lives are very real. I am well-versed in the world of imagination and bring that in my therapeutic approach with kids. I help kids see themselves as extraordinary people and realize their potential.
MORE ABOUT ME
I enjoy spending time with my friends and family. I am a self-proclaimed nerd and I am a passionate Denver Broncos fan. Running out in nature is my favorite way to unwind. I hope to see more of the world and meet as many people as I can.
MORE ABOUT MEDICAL FAMILY THERAPY
Medical family therapy is all about integrated care. A medical family therapist acts as a bridge between medical providers to help people feel cared for. People can often become frustrated when they have several medical providers that do not seem to talk with one another. It can also be disheartening when people do not feel like they completely understand their treatment plan or have a say in it. Medical family therapists help people have more control of their care and improve communication with medical providers
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, currently practicing at Dayspring Behavioral Health. Along with being a therapist, I consider myself to be a child and teen advocate, a family healer, a feelings ninja, and an expert story listener. I work with clients of all ages, backgrounds, and experiences. My main client population is children, teens, and families, though I do work with
adults of all ages as well.
adults of all ages as well.
WHO DO I WORK WITH
To guide my practice, I draw from experience providing emotional, social, and behavioral support in many diverse settings. Throughout my career I’ve held positions that have given me experience with a variety of clients. At the beginning of my career, while doing my Bachelors in Psychology, I worked in the homes and community with clients diagnosed with Autism, sensory processing disorders, and behavioral struggles, ages 2 to 28. Later, I worked in several school settings, Kindergarten through 12th grade, both in the classroom and as a school counselor. In this later work, I provided support for clients with ADHD, anxiety, depression, bipolar, behavioral issues, family conflict, parenting issues, coping skills, and those struggling with life transitions.
HOW CAN I HELP
I do not believe in a one size fits all approach to therapy. A technique, strategy, or therapeutic approach that works for one client, will not work for everyone. Therefore, I pull from several theories of therapy in order to help clients move towards growth and healing. Along with that, I believe that the therapeutic relationship is one of the most important parts of therapy. I hope to hold a space where my clients feel comfortable to explore their feelings, thoughts, relationships, and experiences. I wholeheartedly believe that sometimes you have to “shop around” for the therapist you are going to click with, and that’s okay. I would be honored to be a part of this journey even if only a short time.
MORE ABOUT ME
When not in the office, I spend my time outside typically with my dog, Carbon, friends and/or family, or I am off exploring as I love traveling. When Mother Nature does not agree with this, I spend time curled up with a good book, crafting, listening to records that were passed down from my parents, rock climbing, and trying to keep plants alive.
I am a Licensed Marital and Family Therapist Associate. I view my work with teens, adults and couples as the ultimate honor, as we walk through your life together and work to heal the places that hurt. I am passionate about helping my clients rediscover their own strength through their self, intimate relationships, and counselor-client collaboration. I have experience helping clients navigate anxiety, depression, grief, relational issues, identity issues, self-esteem, and life transitions. I work hard to bond with my clients and create a safe and non-judgmental therapeutic space that invites the greatest empowerment and emotional growth.
Emotional Growth
I view emotion as an agent of change. The powerful life experiences that shape who we are and the choices we make are accompanied by profound emotions. We can reflect on those times to better understand them, and harness emotion’s power to shape your life going forward.
Self-Exploration
Identity is a constantly changing construct all throughout life. Some of us might be trying to find who we are, and some of us may feel we have lost ourselves. Through nonjudgmental strengths-based discussions, I help my clients process the different parts of themselves and be confident and empowered by their individuality.
Grief
This profound life experience leaves a permanent mark on our emotional growth. It is one of the most complex and difficult experiences to process and the change can be very painful. Whether expected or unexpected, I guide and support my clients by creating a space for them to feel their grief, find the humanity within it, and honor their loss.
Relational Issues
Our intimate relationships have equal capacities for love and hurt. Whether you are a little uncertain or at the end of your rope, counseling can help you sort through the mess to find the magic. I use an evidence-based practice with couples and families experiencing anxiety, depression, confusion and conflict to help them de-escalate and grow together.
How I Help
My approach is flexible and lively because we are all so unique in our experiences, and laughter is a healing tool. I operate from a client-centered perspective, which employs a diverse array of therapeutic modalities to meet the needs of every person. I also have a naturally comedic and energetic disposition, which I use to help you breathe during the challenging times. I value a trusting therapeutic alliance and listen with curiosity to help you discover the best version of yourself.
More About Me
I self-care by balancing my energy usage, creating a sustainable cycle of alone and friend/family time so I am always prepared to connect with my self and others in each experience. When I'm not out on the town enjoying family or friends, I endorse an “in-doorsy” lifestyle that fosters my passion for movies and television. Some of my favorites include Harry Potter, Lord of the Rings, and a variety of anime.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate and a Post Doctoral Fellow. I am currently working as a therapist and a psychometrist. As a therapist, I have experience working with teenagers and adults struggling with mental, emotional, and situational challenges. I view my therapy work as collaborative, relational, and interpersonal and always try to maintain a strength-based approach. I have found that no one person is alike or benefits from the same things, and thus when necessary I can integrate more cognitive-behavioral therapies in my practice. In addition, I incorporate mindfulness and teach relaxation and stress-reducing techniques. The most important part of therapy for me is the therapeutic relationship, and strive to make an environment that is compassionate, non-judgmental, and kind. I am here to make you be your best self and to alleviate any suffering that might be getting in the way. Thank you for allowing me to be part of your journey.
As a psychometrist, I have experience assessing children and adults for ADHD, learning disabilities, and autism spectrum disorders. I worked under Dr. Ford’s supervision in 2016-2017 learning different tests and conducting assessments. I have recently graduated with my Doctorate and I am thrilled to be back to continue refining my skills in neuropsychological assessments. I can help you find out how your brain works, what your areas of strength are, and what are some areas where you need additional support. Along with the assessment team, we want you to be able to use our findings to help you be successful.
I enjoy spending time with family, friends, and coworkers. When I am not doing therapy or assessments, you can probably find me traveling, salsa/Latin dancing, singing, listening to music, watching Spanish soap operas, or getting puppy loves from my dog, Avi.
I am Licensed Mental Health Counselor. My therapeutic style is collaborative, strength-based and client centered. I view my role as therapist as one of support and guidance. I work to provide a safe and supportive environment for each and every one of my clients. I studied at Boston University School of Medicine, where I graduated with my Masters in Mental Health Counseling and Behavioral Medicine. During my time in Boston, I gained experience working with a very diverse client population, as well as experience working with family systems. This experience with clients of all ages has shaped my passion and motivation for being a therapist. My clients will be met with warmth, empathy, and compassion throughout the course of our work together.
HOW I HELP
My goal is to honor my clients as unique individuals and believe they are the expert in their own lives. I choose my therapeutic modalities and techniques on a case by case basis, in order to provide individualized treatment to build upon my clients’ strengths. My work with clients is goal-oriented, meaning that I will empower my clients to recognize and utilize their strengths in our work together to achieve positive change. I strive to provide my clients with a toolbox of coping skills that we will collaboratively build together.
I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, emotional dysregulation, trauma, substance use disorders and neurodiversity, such as ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder.
ABOUT ME
In my free time, I enjoy reading, watching movies with friends, spending time outdoors, and doing puzzles. I grew up in Arizona, so while I do miss the constant sun, rainy days in a cozy coffee shop with a good book are my favorite!
PROFESSIONAL FOCUS
Relationship is the catalyst of healing. While working with clients, the therapeutic relationship is
the foundation of understanding a client’s world. It is through the client’s lens I strive to help
people face and experience all aspects of life’s feelings to grow, happiness, heartbreak, grief
and loss, awe, calmness, horror, awkwardness, nostalgia, intrigue, sexual excitement, sympathy
and empathy, triumph, joy.
Relationship is the catalyst of healing. While working with clients, the therapeutic relationship is
the foundation of understanding a client’s world. It is through the client’s lens I strive to help
people face and experience all aspects of life’s feelings to grow, happiness, heartbreak, grief
and loss, awe, calmness, horror, awkwardness, nostalgia, intrigue, sexual excitement, sympathy
and empathy, triumph, joy.
As a therapist, I value a wholistic client-centered foundation, shaping therapy to the needs of
the client through collaboration, the gaining of self-awareness, and psychoeducation. With
teens, adults, and couples I am proficient in evidence-based theories such as CBT and EFT,
focusing heavily on trauma and emotional processing, psychoeducation, and coping skills. I find
it important to help my clients strive to have goals, dissect and understand longstanding
maladaptive and self-destructive patterns, and finding meaning to live a healthier life.
COMMON ISSUES
Common counseling issues I see include (but are not limited to):
• Trauma
• Attachment/Relationship issues
• Adjustment Issues
• Anxiety
• Depression
• ADHD/Motivation difficulties
• Crippling Guilt
• Sexual Issues
• Identity Issues
• Individuation
• Multicultural Concerns/Cultural
• Assimilation
• Religious Issues and Spirituality
ABOUT ME
Originally from the Midwest, in 2018 I moved out to the PNW to pursue my graduate degree in
counseling. My day always begins with a healthy cup of coffee (no cream!) and hitting up the
gym, or a walk with my dog. In my free time, I enjoy a myriad of hobbies including reading,
writing, strumming guitar, photography, swing dancing, hiking, lifting and running, nerding out
over video games and movie franchises, and loving on other dogs at the dog park! I love to
travel, and dream of living abroad in the Middle East, Europe, or Latin America someday. While
living in Seattle, I love watching seaplanes fly in over Gasworks, finding new espresso shops,
and pursuing trails around town, and exploring Washington’s vast mountain ranges and rocky
beaches.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate, I view my work with adults, teens, and families as collaborative in helping clients rediscover their sense of self within the context of thier environment. I believe that in order to have a complete understanding of the individual, it is necessary to have an understanding of the individual within the context of his or her family system, identifying strengths and vulnerabilities. I believe that these relationships we have with others impact the way we think and behave as well as play a great role in healing journeys that can be both useful in individual and family therapy. I have experience helping individuals/families navigate many of life’s challenges but not limited to anxiety, grief, depression, self-esteem, self-harm, emotional regulation, and relational concerns.
“I want you to get excited about who you are, what you are, what you have, and what can still be for you. I want to inspire you to see that you can go far beyond where you are right now.”
-Virginia Satir
HOW I HELP
My process is experiential, I believe that people often have the solutions to their own problems, and that I can aid in the recognition of these solutions by focusing on strengths and successes. I practice an integrative approach that incorporates components of narrative, mindfulness, and art therapies. One of my biggest strengths is the genuine care and concern that I have for my clients. I believe that experience is a powerful agent of change, I strive to create a therapeutic environment in which you feel safe and heard where you feel comfortable to explore and practice change within the context of our relationship. It is my goal to help you clarify and work toward achieving your goals. You are empowered to make your own decisions and I respect your authority as the expert on your own life. During the course of therapy, I will challenge your beliefs and perspectives which are holding you back from living the life you wish to have and the goals you want to achieve. During this process, I will provide support, listen, coaching and empathy utilizing a collaborative approach with you in helping shape a new reality.
MORE ABOUT ME
In my spare time, I enjoy traveling, spending time with loved ones, or simply enjoying a good movie/TV show.
I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and I’m passionate about my work.
My mission is to empower children (as young as 3 years old) and adults who want to manage and find healing from behavioral and emotional challenges as well as trauma and new transitions. I also genuinely enjoy increasing healthy connection and communication through family and couples counseling.
I like going at the pace of my client. I bring my personality, which consists of compassion, no judgment, creativity, encouragement and insightful questions to help improve motivation, finding the root cause and self-awareness. My approach is mostly strengths-based using a mix of research-based techniques (including but not limited to CBT, DBT, psychodynamic, family systems and child centered play therapy), psychoeducation of how the brain works, maintaining accountability, and coaching.
Additionally, for clients who find value in receiving counseling in Spanish, or who prefer faith-based counseling, I can provide that when requested. I use my educational, professional and personal experience with Christianity to help those who find support and hope in their faith.
In my free time, I devote time to get training to become a registered play therapist. My personal interests include hiking, cooking, journaling, dancing and spending time with loved ones.
Here are some motivational quotes:
“Play gives children a chance to practice what they are learning.” ~ Mr. Rogers
“This is the real secret of life—to be completely engaged with what you are doing in the here and now. And instead of calling it work, realize it is play.” ~ Alan W. Watts
EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
April earned her Bachelor of Science in Human Services with a Concentration in Family and Child Services in 2017, graduating with honors. Currently, she has her Master of Science in Professional Counseling with an Emphasis in Trauma. April has worked with families, youth, and young people in various settings including a volunteer position with the Juvenile Courts for the last 8 years. Prior to completing her degree, she worked with Veterans, assisting them with authorization for mental health and healthcare. After graduating April started working at Sound Mental health in the re-entry program work with co-occurrence disorders. After working re-entry for a year, she was offered a position with the Parent Child Assistance Program through the University of Washington. Here, she worked with mothers with co-occurring disorders and often she helped in supporting moms with children born addicted to substances. April has received multiple trainings in trauma, ADHD, suicide prevention, sensory processing and motivational interviewing.
April earned her Bachelor of Science in Human Services with a Concentration in Family and Child Services in 2017, graduating with honors. Currently, she has her Master of Science in Professional Counseling with an Emphasis in Trauma. April has worked with families, youth, and young people in various settings including a volunteer position with the Juvenile Courts for the last 8 years. Prior to completing her degree, she worked with Veterans, assisting them with authorization for mental health and healthcare. After graduating April started working at Sound Mental health in the re-entry program work with co-occurrence disorders. After working re-entry for a year, she was offered a position with the Parent Child Assistance Program through the University of Washington. Here, she worked with mothers with co-occurring disorders and often she helped in supporting moms with children born addicted to substances. April has received multiple trainings in trauma, ADHD, suicide prevention, sensory processing and motivational interviewing.
April is certified in The Child and Adolescent Needs and Strength Assessment to help support decision making, including level of care and service planning, to facilitate quality improvement initiatives, and to allow for the monitoring of outcomes of services.
PURPOSE, PHILOSOPHY, AND METHODS:
April works with families to ensure they can maintain a healthy relationship within the household as well as learn how to function adequately in the community and while at school. April uses an array of therapy modalities such as Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to empower families in a strength-based approach to healing. She uses empathy, genuineness, and positive regard to help each individual develop the necessary coping skills to achieve their potential. She also trained in play therapy and art therapy for some of the young children. She also has her LMHCA with a Mental Health Professional certification with the state.
Hobbies:
April spends a lot of time with her family traveling and enjoying life. When she is not traveling you will find her enjoying nature here in Washington state from hiking, to spending time fishing on the lake with friends.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate with my Masters in Counseling Psychology. I am passionate about working alongside children, teens, adults, and families. It is an honor to partner with my clients in helping them discover their healthiest selves. I have experience in helping clients navigate life transitions, trauma, identity related issues, body image, eating disorders, depression, self-harm, suicide ideation, anxiety, relationship dynamics, and grief. It is very important to me that the therapist-client relationship is collaborative and based in trust. I do this by taking on a non-judgmental therapeutic approach alongside the use of evidence-based modalities.
YOUR STORY
I have known my whole life that my vocational calling was to work with people. Your story matters. Peoples’ stories can get messy and I am not afraid to sit in that mess with my clients. I use Narrative Therapy to help clients see the power of their own story and allow me into that narrative to help redefine the messier or more broken parts. I truly believe that clients know the depth of their own story and my role as the therapist is to offer new perspectives for different outcomes. I also use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help clients pinpoint what they value most about their story and work toward acceptance and commitment in taking action steps toward their goals. For children, I use play therapy to help interweave the Narrative and ACT approaches.
EATING DISORDERS
I am very passionate about helping adolescents and adults to understand and recover from their eating disorders. I have experience in working with Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa, Binge Eating Disorder, Avoidant and Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID), and Other Specified Feeding or Eating Disorder (OSFED). Previously I worked at Eating Recovery Center as a Primary Therapist on a multi-disciplinary team where learned and trained in the treatment of eating disorders for children and adults both in residential and partial-outpatient settings. I use a Health at Every Size (HAES) approach which means I believe in body neutrality and body celebration for all body types and sizes.
LIFE TRANSITIONS
Sometimes life throws curveballs that are difficult to navigate or cope through. And other times life takes expected or planned out turns and yet those new chapters can still be filled with anxiety, stress, sadness, grief, or anger. I use an Emotion Focused approach to help clients listen to what their emotions are trying to tell them (with some psychoeducation on the brain and emotions) along with offering coping skills to help them cope through the emotional weight of their experiences.
MORE ABOUT ME
In my free time I enjoy singing and playing piano, listening to Broadway music, taking a good book to a coffee shop, playing board games with friends, and watching movies with loved ones. I also enjoy snuggling my cat, Remus (named after Remus Lupin from Harry Potter), who is polydactyl which means she has thumbs! Some other fun facts about me include: I was born and raised in Washington (mostly the Snohomish and King country area). I do prefer coffee to tea, but I love a good cup of chamomile or earl gray. My favorite color is yellow because it reminds me of the sun (always wishing for more of it here in WA). I am somewhat of a Star Wars nerd.
ABOUT ME
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker Associate. I received my Master of Social Work from the University of Southern California with a concentration in Adult Mental Health and Wellness. I did my clinical internship conducting individual and group therapy at Community Psychiatric Clinic, and I facilitated group therapy at Cascade Behavioral Health Hospital.
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker Associate. I received my Master of Social Work from the University of Southern California with a concentration in Adult Mental Health and Wellness. I did my clinical internship conducting individual and group therapy at Community Psychiatric Clinic, and I facilitated group therapy at Cascade Behavioral Health Hospital.
My specialization is to work with adults and adolescents in individual therapy to address experiences of depression, anxiety, adjustment to life transitions, grief, trauma, perinatal/postpartum depression and anxiety, and parenting support. I have experience supporting adults managing symptoms of schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.
I view the therapist-client relationship as a partnership to address your wellness goals. You are the expert of your story, goals, and process. My role is to provide a safe space to reflect, process, and heal, while working with you to identify strengths and tools to help.
I provide evidence-based approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, solutions-focused therapy, behavioral activation therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy skills, and personal narrative.
Clinical Social Work is an approach to therapy that incorporates a systematic approach. Often in life we create dynamics of me versus them, when in reality there are multiple influences on a situation. Systems theory in therapy keeps in mind the context that might affect our emotions, perspectives, and relationships.
MORE ABOUT ME
I unwind by exploring the beautiful Pacific Northwest. I enjoy triathlons, rock climbing, camping, and hiking. I am often either chasing after my two children, gardening with my husband, or listening to a memoir.
Hello, I am Kimberly and I am passionate about partnering with clients on their journey to discover or rediscover their purpose and goals in life so clients can live the best version of themselves. We all get stuck sometimes and lose our direction or focus on life. My goal is to partner with clients to find their path forward and rekindle joy and meaning in their lives. With a background in higher education collaborating with individuals of all ages from 18-75, I aim to explore what is holding individuals back from realizing their goals and dreams and then to identify their career or life path To do this, I use cognitive behavioral, and solutions focused therapeutic tools in addition to a strengths-based framework, mindfulness and positive psychology. I also subscribe to a holistic view of mental health, meaning that it is important to examine not only mental health but also physical health as well as social health (because as individuals we do not live in isolation but rather, we live in relationship with others and our broader community). Equally important is “giving voice” because finding one’s voice and the ability to articulate and identify needs, desires, and dreams leads to empowerment and builds self-efficacy or belief in a client’s ability to succeed and move forward.
An important part of therapy with clients is learning about your story, what makes you, you. I actively listen and engage in knowing and understanding your story, your joy, pain, moments you are proud of and times when you faced hurts or wounds. By knowing clients’ stories and collaborating with you to reframe and embrace your life story, this is where together, we can learn about your strengths, resiliency, and work on healing the wounds of the past. These wounds of the past can often overshadow clients’ strengths, joy and life goals, so in a collaborative manner, I help clients to take their past with them in a new way and focus on a positive path forward.
I partner with clients to set goals whether big or small, that help move you forward on your journey. These goals help to build self-efficacy small successes can lead to an increase in life satisfaction, better mental health outcomes and overall healthy living. Along with collaborating on setting goals, I keep you accountable and check in to see where you are at in the process. If the goal is too big or difficult to attain, then together we will adjust these goals. Sometimes it takes time to keep accountable to yourself and the path forward so my work is to collaborate with clients, to discover what is holding you back, revise goals, or take smaller steps to reach your desired outcome.
I work with clients from a variety of diverse cultures and ethnic backgrounds. I believe that a client’s unique historical roots, culture, & values, are important to understanding a clients’ life journey. I also work with clients who are facing life transitions, such as career, schooling, parenting, empty nesters, those in new relationships and/or ending relationships. My primary age of clients is 16 through late adulthood.
“The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I can change.” - Carl Rogers
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor. I come to Dayspring from 3 years in community mental health. I graduated from The Seattle School of Theology and Psychology in 2018. Counseling has been my “second career.” Prior to that, I spent about 15 years in IT Project Management and Business Analysis.
I believe humans are best seen through our relationships: with our parents, siblings, friends; with those who harmed us and even the relationships between the different parts of our self. Where difficult relationships have caused pain, healthy relationships can facilitate healing. I believe counseling can be one such relationship.
Counseling gives us the opportunity to better understand ourselves; to learn how our past has shaped the present and we can move into the future with greater peace, intention and hope for ourselves and those around us.
My view of mental health has been informed by psychoanalytic schools of thought and existentialism. My approach to therapy is person-centered and relational. I thrive on good conversations! I find great value in mindfulness and meditation for myself and my clients. I am certified in CBT+ (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) but draw upon a number of therapeutic modalities when treating clients.
I have worked with people of all ages, but find I’m best suited for teens and young adults. I work well with a number of mental health challenges, such as: depression, anxiety, trauma, grief as well difficulty adjusting to life stressors and transitions.
In my spare time, I enjoy baking bread, reading, photography, geeking out on the latest Marvel movie and gaming. I am a single father to my daughter and enjoy watching her grow into her own personhood.
I have a passion for conducting therapy with individuals across the lifespan – children, adolescents, adults and the elderly. I am trilingual in English, Punjabi and Hindi, and can provide services in all three languages. I am certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and also have had training in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy.
My Prior Experience and Training
I have experience working with clients of all ages (children, teens, adults and the elderly) with diverse ethnic backgrounds. I have also provided case management and advocacy work within a social service context. I also have experience working with clients in crisis, as well as with clients for whom English is their second language. I am certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and also have received training in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Work Associate and have a Master’s Degree in Social Work from Simmons School of Social Work.
My Approach to Therapy
I view my work with clients from a systemic perspective, looking at how the larger context shapes families’ lives (e.g., cultural background, societal factors, etc). I have a passion for connecting clients with relevant community resources and helping them advocate for their needs, whether that be in the context of school, work or the larger community. My therapeutic approaches include Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Narrative Therapy, Attachment-Based Family Therapy (ABFT), Motivational Interviewing (MI) and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT). I also use Systems Theory in my work as a therapist.
My Specialties
While I enjoy working with a variety of presenting concerns, I particularly enjoy working with children/adolescents and their families to address challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, grief/loss, suicidal ideation and self-harm. I also work with women struggling with postpartum depression. I also enjoy working with adults on issues such as parenting challenges, substance use, hoarding behavior, immigration challenges, and adjustment to changes over one’s life. I also particularly enjoy working with folks who identify as LGBTQIA+ and refugees.
I strongly believe in incorporating a client’s cultural context into therapy and have experience working with clients from a wide variety of backgrounds. I continuously seek additional training to further develop my cultural competence. I work to build a strong relationship with each of my clients, and am honored to sit with them and help them work through their struggles and celebrate their successes.
More about Me
I was born in India and was raised in Canada. After 23 years in Canada, I moved to the United States in 2016. I enjoy spending time with my daughter, husband and extended family, and enjoy traveling,cooking, music and interior design.
“We must be the change we wish to see in the world.” – Mahatma Gandhi
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate with a background in working with individuals from all walks of life. I received my Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Northwest University. Prior to coming to Dayspring Behavioral Health, I worked in various community mental health agencies and social work settings.
I particularly enjoy working with adolescents and young adults facing life transitions and providing support in navigating life’s challenges. I view it as an honor to hear others’ unique and valuable stories and life experiences. It is my goal to provide a space for you that fosters trust and rapport in order to openly explore your past and current experiences without judgment.
Prior Experience and Training
I have experience working with a broad range of populations, from children to geriatrics in both counseling and social advocacy roles. I have experience working with a wide range of mental health, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, neurodiversity, behavioral and emotional challenges of middle school and adolescents,trauma-related disorders and grief/loss.
I particularly enjoy working with children/adolescents and young adults. I also enjoy working with adults struggling with anxiety, trauma, and life transitions.
My Approach to Therapy
My work is heavily influenced by my belief that it is when we are in a relationship with others that healing can occur.
“It is an absolute human certainty that no one can know his own beauty or perceive a sense of his own worth until it has been reflected back to him in the mirror of another loving, caring human being.”
― John Joseph Powell
Building a therapeutic alliance is foundational in the process of facilitating change. I work to collaborate with clients in creating a treatment plan that is meaningful and holistic, incorporating strengths, meaningful activity, and social engagement. My approach is person-centered, strengths-based, goal orientated, and relational. Though I pull from different evidence-based practices, I primarily utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Emotion-Focused Therapy, Motivational-Interviewing, and Attachment-Based Therapy. I also have a passion for integrating creativity in the counseling process with art and music therapy.
My goal is to help clients to process experiences and develop insight into thoughts and feeling that influence behavior and life choices. I also provide coping skills education and practice within sessions in order to support improvement in managing emotions and challenges in day-to-day life.
More about me:
In my spare time, I enjoy being by the water or out in nature. I am also a huge fan of music and film and am a bit of a history nerd. I love spending time with my whippet Luna, who is a professional cuddler, who can also go from 0 to 35 mph when she is ready to get some energy out. Creative outlets are really important to me and love writing, painting, and daydreaming about traveling to different parts of the world.
I’m Danielle – a new counselor at Dayspring. I’m excited to be joining the team as a telehealth counselor, available to meet online with kids, teens, and adults who are looking for a counselor to collaborate with on their mental wellbeing.
A little about my professional background
I have a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and did an internship in community mental health, where I helped kids, teens and their families with anxiety, depression, problems in school, divorce, trauma, and more. Before I became a counselor, I worked for many years in schools with kids and teens from early childhood education to seniors in high school. I loved sharing my passion for learning and connecting kids from all walks of life.
My Professional Philosophy
I believe that mental health is one important piece of our overall wellbeing. Our mental health, physical health, relationships, and environment have an impact on each other and the way we thrive. I also believe each of us can contribute to bringing out the best in ourselves and others. We make a better world one person at a time, starting with ourselves.
Working with me
“Today you are you, that is truer than true. There is no one alive who is youer than you.”
– Dr. Suess
Therapy is your time. Time to talk about your wellbeing and explore changes you’d like to make. You are the expert of your life -- strengths, needs, and barriers. As your counselor, I will be there to listen and to help you make sense of things using my knowledge of mental health, including techniques to enhance self-acceptance and relaxation. Together, we will explore what works best for you.
Lagniappe
Growing up in Southern Louisiana, coming together to cook and eat good food was an important part of life. As Washington transplants, my husband and I still enjoy cooking new foods together. I have a passion for creating recipes that are nutritious and delicious.
I also love being active – hiking, working out, and chasing the sun with my babies (who also happen to be dogs) Gimli and Winona. At home, I am an avid consumer of media – everything from sci-fi and fantasy (Resident Alien, Our Flag Means Death) to classic anime (Howl’s Moving Castle, Kiki’s Delivery Service) to period pieces (The Gilded Age is my new innocent pleasure) and enjoy surrounding myself with plants and trying to keep them alive .
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate; I come to Dayspring with over 2 years experience in community mental health and previous background in education and human services. I am a lifelong learner, and someone who enjoys having flexibility in daily life.
Who I work with
I am passionate about helping people embrace their individuality, recognize and build upon their strengths, and create the life they want to live. I have worked with individuals of all ages and ability levels, but find I am best suited for teens and young adults. Those starting to venture into adulthood often feel ill-prepared, and I enjoy walking with them on this journey. I also support those experiencing anxiety, depression, self-esteem/image concerns, emotion regulation, religious/spiritual issues or traumas, and those within the neurodivergent community on managing daily life challenges.
Training
I consider myself a strengths-based practitioner, engaging clients in recognizing what makes them unique and helping them utilize the tools and abilities they already have in order to heal. As every person I meet is so unique, there is no one preferred type of therapy, however I use a combination of evidenced based practices with emphasis on cognitive-behavior approaches (CBT, DBT, MI) and Solution-focused approaches.
More About Me
When I’m not in the office, I’m often hanging out with family and friends, as well as four-legged loves. Indoors, I love playing card games, doing jigsaw puzzles, and dabbling in painting. You can find me outdoors when the sun is out, and the weather is warm.
“It’s okay to make mistakes, to have bad days, to be less than perfect, to do what’s best for you, to be yourself.” ~ Stacie Swift
I offer compassionate and supportive psychotherapy for teens, adults, parents/caregivers, and couples. I am certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), but draw heavily from Relational Gestalt, Internal Family Systems (IFS), attachment theory, neuroscience, mindfulness, and somatic awareness of the body. My approach is holistic, as I view all humans as being impacted by their relationships, communities, and the larger environments and systems they exist within.
Many of the individuals I work with are experiencing the effects of depression, anxiety, health issues, grief, or trauma. You may feel disconnected from your body and from others, or carry feelings of deeply-rooted shame and inadequacy. I will respect you as being the expert of your own experience, and will join you in our ‘here and now’ with warmth and curiosity. We’ll co-create a secure and trusting relationship from which you can be seen and accepted, without judgment. This meaningful connection allows us to engage in the brave and tender work of navigating your human experience and exploring new avenues for gentle growth and healing.
For parents/caregivers, I am trained in nonviolent and positive parenting practices. Raising children can be overwhelming, messy, and confusing, and often activates our own felt vulnerabilities. For parents with compounding circumstances, such as intergenerational trauma or early attachment wounding, this can feel particularly amplified. Therapy for parents provides a safe space for you to process your emotions, learn new strategies, and receive support through the challenges you’re facing.
For couples, I offer an unbiased approach that explores the unique dynamics of your relationship. Specifically, we’ll investigate your communication patterns, your value systems, how you attune to one another, how you soothe one another, and how your attachment histories and current strategies for regulation may be impacting your relationship. We’ll work towards your goals for your future, which may include reestablishing connection, replacing damaging relational patterns with healthier and more compassionate ones, or increasing mutual support and co-regulation.
My areas of interest include:
● Complex, relational, and medical trauma
● Body image
● Self-criticism and shame
● Gender identity and sexual orientation exploration
● Parenting support
● Relationships
In my free time I enjoy connecting with friends and loved ones, lazing on the beach or wandering in the woods, finding quiet nooks in libraries or used bookstores, and drinking copious amounts of coffee and tea. I live with my three children, our rambunctious dog, Nova, and our elderly cat, Sonnet.
I’m Chandler, and I have been a therapist, life coach and behavioral-health social worker for over fifteen years.
I earned my Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in behavioral health from the University of Idaho in 1999, and my Master of Clinical Social Work (MSW) from Walla Walla University in 2006.
My professional experience has included providing inpatient and outpatient psychotherapy, group facilitation, substance abuse treatment, and child and family therapy, to a diverse community of clients of all ages.
Currently, I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker Associate (LSWAIC) in WA State, specializing in the treatment of stress-related conditions such as Adjustment Disorder, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Complex PTSD, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Historical Trauma, Anxiety and Depression.
My approach to therapy is based on my unconditional positive regard for the client, combined with my unshakable belief in the power of personal growth and recovery. I believe that the key component to successful treatment outcomes is a supportive therapeutic relationship.
My treatment style is eclectic, based on the needs of the client, and drawn from specific evidenced based practices. Some of these practices include Motivational Interviewing (MI), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Logo Therapy, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). Treatment sessions focus on helping clients to explore and challenge limiting core beliefs, to understand the effects those beliefs have on the client’s self-worth, mood, and relationships.
It is my goal as the therapist to help clients discover and develop new and adaptive coping skills that set them up for greater wellbeing and personal success.
The thing I love most about being a therapist and coach is being able to watch people rediscover their belief in themselves and others.
I enjoy working with kids ages 9 and up, teens, adults and families. My specialty areas include ADHD, Autism Spectrum, LGBTQ, Mood and Adjustment Issues.
Tammara Bodē is a Mental Skills Consultant, Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate, and Post-Doctoral Fellow. Her primary focus has been on sport psychology and the assessment of neurodevelopmental disorders in children and adolescents ages 2-18. Tammara’s educational background includes a Master’s degree in Sport Psychology from John F. Kennedy University, focusing on enhancing youth sports performance through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. She holds a Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology and a Doctorate of Psychology in Counseling (Fall 2022) from Northwest University.
Tammara’s clinical training includes providing cognitive behavioral therapy and sport psychology services to incarcerated youth in Northern California. At the doctoral level, she completed a practicum in forensic neuropsychology focusing on brain injury and cognitive testing. During her pre-internship year, Tammara received specific neurodevelopmental training at the University of Washington Autism Center and HopeCentral Behavioral Health, focused on Autism, Attention Deficit Disorder, and Intellectual Disability. Tammara completed her final doctoral internship at LittleStar ABA Therapy in Carmel, Indiana, where she received further diagnostic experience focused on autism and clinical training in applied behavioral analysis and challenging behaviors.
Tammara’s approach to therapy combines humanistic counseling skills with goal-oriented, evidenced-based behavioral interventions. She has a deeply held existential belief that there is a common humanity that connects us all. In accordance with this, she aspires to live and work in a way that promotes diversity and the welfare of others.
When not working, Tammara can be found teaching various fitness classes, including Pilates, yoga, and cycling. She loves hiking with her friends and spending time with her six sisters in the beautiful Pacific Northwest.
I earned my Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in behavioral health from the University of Idaho in 1999, and my Master of Clinical Social Work (MSW) from Walla Walla University in 2006.
My professional experience has included providing inpatient and outpatient psychotherapy, group facilitation, substance abuse treatment, and child and family therapy, to a diverse community of clients of all ages.
Currently, I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker Associate (LSWAIC) in WA State, specializing in the treatment of stress-related conditions such as Adjustment Disorder, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Complex PTSD, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Historical Trauma, Anxiety and Depression.
My approach to therapy is based on my unconditional positive regard for the client, combined with my unshakable belief in the power of personal growth and recovery. I believe that the key component to successful treatment outcomes is a supportive therapeutic relationship.
My treatment style is eclectic, based on the needs of the client, and drawn from specific evidenced based practices. Some of these practices include Motivational Interviewing (MI), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Logo Therapy, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). Treatment sessions focus on helping clients to explore and challenge limiting core beliefs, to understand the effects those beliefs have on the client’s self-worth, mood, and relationships.
It is my goal as the therapist to help clients discover and develop new and adaptive coping skills that set them up for greater wellbeing and personal success.
The thing I love most about being a therapist and coach is being able to watch people rediscover their belief in themselves and others.
I enjoy working with kids ages 9 and up, teens, adults and families. My specialty areas include ADHD, Autism Spectrum, LGBTQ, Mood and Adjustment Issues.
The more we know about ourselves the better prepared we are to make good choices and meet life’s many challenges. If you are considering counseling, I am already impressed with your courage, curiosity, and commitment to yourself. These are precisely the qualities that will enable you to make excellent use of counseling. As you embrace this opportunity, what you learn from this experience will be yours for the rest of your life. No matter how many times I make this journey with clients, I continue to be amazed by the resilience that exists in each one of us, and I feel privileged to share this life affirming exploration.
My primary counseling style is solution focused. That does not mean that I ignore the challenges causing people to seek counseling. It does, however, mean that I believe focusing on the present and future to be more expedient and helpful. This is where our points of choice reside. The most difficult situations have solutions hidden within them. Counseling is work, but it is also an adventure.
My degrees are in nursing and counseling, and my clinical practice is informed by both areas of study. I have worked in rehabilitation, mental health, home care, executive coaching, and nursing education. Combining these two complementary professions has resulted in my having a keen interest in how our thoughts and emotions affect our physical condition and how all three influence who we are as a whole person. As the world around us is continually changing, so we are always in a state of becoming. I believe it is up to each one of us to discover our personal strength and move toward becoming the best that we can be. I am here to make this important journey with you.
I’m a Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate in the state of Washington. My philosophy is that healing occurs within. Sessions with me offer an inviting atmosphere of trust, compassion, and unconditional positive regard. I work with children, teens, adults, couples, and families, helping them to facilitate growth through various approaches. It is an honor to assist you in developing healthy coping skills and reaching your goals toward a fulfilling life.
For Children and Teens
“Birds fly, fish swim, and children play.” – Garry Landreth.
I work with children and teens struggling with trauma, loss, anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, life transitions, social and academic difficulties, coping skills, self-esteem, self-harm, family conflict, communication skills, and boundaries.
For children 5 to 12 years old, I use a child-centered approach. Child-centered therapy allows children to express their emotions and struggles through the use of play.
With teens 13 and up, I will use a combination of therapeutic activities and traditional talk therapy to help them through their unique struggles.
Additionally, I use a collaborative approach enabling caretakers to help their children feel understood and supported outside the therapy room.
For Adults
“One step at a time is all it takes to get you there.” – Emily Dickinson.
I work with adults struggling with depression, anxiety, coping skills, self-esteem, loss, domestic abuse, emotional abuse, self-harm, family conflict, communication skills, boundaries, trauma, and co-dependency.
I offer specialized trauma services via Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). EMDR is a psychotherapy technique that enables people to heal from disturbing life
events. EMDR focuses on the past, present, and future – helping clients to create new meaning from past experiences.
Additionally, I have obtained training in Gottman, Level One couples counseling. Utilizing this method, couples will learn to navigate conflict by deepening friendship and intimacy.
About Me
I am originally from South Louisiana; I moved to Washington in February of 2022. My hobbies include spending time outdoors, hiking, exercising, cooking, reading, and gardening. I am always open to new experiences, trying a new hobby, traveling, and learning.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate and a Nationally Certified Counselor. I believe growth, healing, and restoration are made possible in safe and supportive relationships, which is why my goal in the therapy room is to always cultivate a space that is warm, non-judgmental, and collaborative. It is such a privilege to hear and be witness to a client’s story and it is most important that my clients feel seen, heard, and accepted. I work primarily with older adolescents and young adults, although I enjoy working with a diverse age range. I have experience supporting clients struggling with eating disorders, body image concerns, relationship issues, depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, self-harm, trauma, and life transitions.
My Approach
Although I adapt my approach to fit each unique client, I primarily work from a psychodynamic and narrative therapy framework. This means that in therapy together we will deconstruct the story behind your story, identify and understand reoccurring patterns, and unpack the why’s. I believe that our pasts impact our present, which means that to create lasting change for our futures, we must first understand the core woundings that are keeping us stuck. Once we accomplish this, we are able to find freedom and healing and we can choose and create alternative stories and behaviors and ultimately achieve growth. I also incorporate principles from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help clients identify values that are most meaningful to them so that we can co-create a path for living out these values.
Eating Disorders and Body Image
I am passionate about supporting individuals struggling with eating disorders and body image concerns. I have over three years of experience working in residential and partial-outpatient eating disorder treatment with clients of all ages. I have also created and facilitated body image group curriculum in college settings. I work from a Health at Every Size (HAES) and anti-diet approach, which means that I advocate for body respect, body neutrality, intuitive eating, and joyful/mindful movement for all people, regardless of weight, shape, size, or identity. My goal is to support clients in working toward peace with food and body.
More About Me
In my free time, you can find me watching sports (I love baseball—go Mariners!), playing pickle ball, paddle boarding, baking, spending time with family and friends, and traveling. I also love a good rom-com and will never turn down dessert after a meal!
I’m a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker Associate. I have my degree in psychology and received my Masters in Social Work from Ole Miss. I have past experience working with children in the school setting and also at a child advocacy center with children who are victims of abuse.
I have a passion for working with children because let’s be honest- being a kid can be hard. I’m here to help you navigate life stages whether it be walking the halls of elementary school or dealing with past trauma.
While my primary approaches are based in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), I take an eclectic approach to therapy, tailoring treatment plans to each client’s individual needs. I firmly believe that there is no one size fits all treatment plan, and I aim to take a collaborative approach, working with my clients to figure out what best works for them. My goal is to help clients realize their strengths, acquire coping skills, and feel empowered in their everyday lives.
More about Me- I was an athlete in college, so I enjoy running, biking, or being outside when it’s sunny! I love having quiet evenings with a good book, but also love surrounding myself with good friends and family.
I am currently a third-year student in Antioch University Seattle's doctorate in clinical psychology program. I am passionate about empowering kids and teens to uncover and implement out-of-the-box strategies for facing life's challenges. My approach is collaborative and playful. I use an integration of Narrative Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to work alongside clients in their pursuit of meaningful and lasting change in their lives.
Noah works with children, adolescents, and adults to help them better understand themselves and Noah helps clients work towards developing a growth mindset. Noah is currently working to obtain his Psy.D at Antioch University. He practices a variety of treatment modalities that include person centered therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), family systems therapy, and narrative therapy.
I am a 4th-year doctoral student at Northwest University. I have been a counselor for over three years. I am passionate about helping individuals who live their lives struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression, substance use, and relational issues. One of my sincerest beliefs is that we are all unique, making us beautiful and special. Because of this, it is essential to be multifaceted. I approach therapy through an eclectic lens, mainly using Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), while incorporating positive psychology, mindfulness, and psychodynamic approaches. I have additional training and certifications in Common Elements Treatment Approach (CETA) therapy, the Gottman Method for couples counseling, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) for trauma, and Non-Violent Communication (NVC). I have experience working with children, families, couples, individuals, and groups with varying backgrounds, values, beliefs, and those who have Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD).
I am a third-year doctoral candidate at Northwest University's Counseling Psychology Program. I have three years of experience working in crisis stabilization environments with children and adolescents with behavioral issues including aggression, suicidal ideation, psychosis, and Autism. I am passionate about working with individuals who have experienced childhood trauma, anxiety, depression, and individuals who are diagnosed with ADHD and Autism. I believe we all have stories, and I am passionate about uncovering those stories through a bio-psycho-spiritual lens. I conduct therapy through a strengths-based and person-centered approach using modalities such as Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Narrative Therapy while incorporating humanistic theory. I believe each client has a unique story, and I am willing to work collaboratively to meet their needs and find healing. I work with children, adolescents, young adults, and families.
Billing Team
Renee has been working in the Behavioral Health Insurance field for 14 years. Renee enjoys contributing her administrative billing skills to ensure the overall success by bringing integrity, corporate compliance, privacy and FWA (Fraud, Waste & Abuse) standards to her daily workload. Renee is compassionate about being an advocate of protecting and valuing Patient PHI.
Renee appreciates the work culture Dayspring brings and the incredibly committed providers that render services on a daily basis. It really does make a great team to work with and when you do, collaboration is a key to success. That’s what makes DaySpring so wonderful to work for.
"You are altogether beautiful, my darling; there is no flaw in you." -Song of Songs 4:7
Spare time... I love spending time with my family, I enjoy reading, and I have an obsession for fashion!
My name is Sandy and I work at the front desk taking your calls and scheduling appointments. It's important to me that your first interaction with our amazing counselors is a positive one.
I'm an avid reader and enjoy spending time with my family, taking in all that the beautiful northwest has to offer!
I'm an avid reader and enjoy spending time with my family, taking in all that the beautiful northwest has to offer!
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Administrative Team
My name is Heather and I work at the front desk taking your calls and scheduling appointments. It's important to me that your first interaction with our amazing counselors is a positive one.
Bekah works at the Issaquah office front desk taking your calls and scheduling appointments. It's important to me that your first interaction with our amazing counselors is a positive one.