Trauma Therapy in Seattle, WA and Throughout Oregon
“The wound is the place where the light enters you.”
— Rumi
How do you know when you need trauma therapy?
Sometimes living with trauma feels so familiar that it’s hard to realize when to seek support. It might feel like it’s all you know, but I promise, there is a way to find relief…
You might notice yourself constantly on edge, moving through your day like you’re on a train going too fast, or denying your own needs because everything already feels like too much. Maybe you’ve spent years in caretaker roles, struggling to set boundaries, or feeling guilty every time you try to say no.
Your emotions might feel intense or unpredictable or completely shut down the next. You may catch yourself spiraling into negative thoughts, questioning your worth, or feeling stuck in a cycle of self-doubt, guilt, or shame.
You might feel disconnected from your passion, creativity, or sense of direction, or notice that old wounds keep opening up in new situations. Even your desire for connection can feel tangled in anxiety, leaving you distant or guarded even when you crave support.
If this feels familiar, it’s not because you’re failing at life, it’s a signal that your body has been working overtime, trying to protect you in off beat ways.
Therapy for trauma in Seattle can help.
Trauma therapy can help you slow down, understand what’s happening beneath the overwhelm, and support you through reconnecting to a version of yourself that feels more authentic.
Therapy provides you with a new perspective and chance to show up differently for yourself and others.
Together, we’ll work in a way that helps you feel more at peace in your body, more connected to yourself, more tools to move through your day with added ease and self-trust.
What Working Through Trauma With Me Feels Like
My goal is to help you feel more grounded, confident, and in charge of what’s happening inside you. Trauma therapy with me is all about giving you real-life tools so your mind and body can finally ease out of “survival mode” and into a life with more presence, self-esteem, and self trust. It’s warm, empowering, and very “we’re navigating this together.”
Here’s what that looks like:
Making sense of what your nervous system is doing so things finally feel less confusing
Finding grounding tools that work in your real life (chaos, errands, work, emotions and all)
Practicing how to resource yourself when everything inside feels loud or overwhelming
Learning to set boundaries that feel strong, honest, and guilt-free
Catching your triggers before they take over your whole day
Reconnecting with the parts of you that are resilient, intuitive, and ready to lead
Yes, we may explore some challenging moments… but we do it slowly and safely. That means we take tiny steps, pause when needed, and adjust the pace based on what your body and emotions are telling us. I’m attuned to when to lean in and when to gently ease off the pedal. No forcing. No pushing. Just supportive, regulated healing at a pace that helps your body connect the dots with your brain.
We’ll do meaningful work, and we’ll also stay human in the process… breathing, grounding, and even laughing together when your system needs a lighter moment.
If you’re ready for support that’s attuned, empowering, and deeply respectful of your needs, I’m here.
And here’s the part that truly matters…
My approach to trauma therapy
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My approach to trauma therapy is holistic, which simply means I look at you as a whole person, not just your thoughts or behaviors, but your body, your life force, emotions, lifestyle, and the deeper places where your patterns live. I blend psychology with things that actually help people feel better in real life: nervous system support, mind–body practices, creativity, nature, intuition, spirituality, nutrition, and even hormonal or brain-health awareness when it matters.
I don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all way of healing. If it supports your growth, your clarity, or your sense of self… we use it! If it doesn’t resonate, we throw it out! Together, we’ll create an environment that feels natural, grounded, and tailored to who you are.
If you’re curious about working together, I’d love to meet you.
HOW IT WORKS
1. Start with a free 20 minute phone call or video chat
We’ll explore your goal for therapy and determine if my style is the right fit for you.
2. Scheduling the first session
Once we decide to move forward, we select a day and time to meet consistently. Most clients start off with weekly therapy sessions and the over time graduate to biweekly, monthly, and so forth. Through my client portal, I’ll send over all questionnaires and consent documents that you complete before our first intake session.
3. Get started & reach new depths
As we get to know each other, we will develop a collaborative approach for you!
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We build trust through connection
We create a supportive relationship where your body can finally relax and your guard can come down. This becomes the foundation for all deeper healing work.
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We explore the whole you
We look at your patterns, your body's cues, what your brain is thinking, your gut instincts, and even lifestyle factors like stress, rest, creativity, and spirituality. If it shapes your healing, we include it.
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We practice compassionate ways of responding
With somatic tools, mindfulness, and compassion-based work, you learn to move through triggers and tough moments with more clarity and self-trust.
Treatment Styles
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Mindfulness
Mindfulness is really just learning to pay attention to what’s happening inside and around you, in real time, without piling up the criticism. It’s the practice of noticing your thoughts and feelings with curiosity rather than judgment, so you can respond with clarity instead of reacting on autopilot.
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Attachment science
Attachment science explores how the relationships we first relied on create a blueprint for how we connect, cope, and feel safe. Those early bonds influence how we view ourselves and how we show up in relationships throughout our lives.
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Internal Family Systems
Internal Family Systems sees your inner world as made up of different “parts,” each with its own emotions, roles, and intentions. When you get to know these parts with compassion, the inner conflict softens and you create more space for clarity, peace, and healing.
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Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP)
KAP in a therapeutic setting can help soften rigid patterns, open new perspectives, and make emotional healing more accessible. Paired with compassionate guidance and integration work, it can create a safe inner space for deeper insight, release, and meaningful change.
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Book a free 20 minute phone call or video chat today!
We’ll explore your intentions for therapy & determine if my approach is the right fit for you.