LGBT therapists in Lynnwood, WA

People describe me as calm, warm, and supportive. Like a warm sweater that you can rely on to be there for you when you need it. To help you get to know me; I have a MA in Professional Mental Health Counseling, I tailor my approach to each person and show up with authenticity and promote collaboration. I believe the core of therapy lies in the bond between therapist and client. My methods blend EFT, DBT, CBT, and creative interventions, with a focus on social justice and multiculturalism. Which is a fancy way of saying I focus on emotions and relationships, creative ways to express emotions, and regulation skills that target bodily sensations, thoughts, and behaviors while taking into account your whole self. I am especially skillful in working with people with depression and relationship wounds, but I also have experience working with people who want to work on anxiety and emotional regulation and expression. I have a special interest in working with people who are a part of the LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC communities due to my lived experience as a part of these communities.

Hello! I am Stephen Taft, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. We all reach points in our life when we need some additional support to break out of problem patterns or to manage difficult issues. If you have been experiencing trouble in your relationships, anxiety, depression or have been feeling overwhelmed; it may be a good time to start therapy. Together we can work to build upon your personal strengths to support your growth in order to create a happier and healthier life.

Welcome! My name is Tetana Adkins, and I am a licensed independent practitioner in the State of Washington. I earned my Master of Science in Social Work with a specialized Mental Health track from the University of Washington in 2018. With a strong foundation in community mental health and a focus on digital accessibility, I have been dedicated to providing high-quality telehealth care since 2020. I am passionate about meeting my clients where they are, ensuring professional support is always within reach.

I believe in a holistic model of wellness that balances all aspects of the individual. As an eclectic clinician, I don't believe in a one-size-fits-all approach. Instead, I draw from a diverse 'toolbox' of therapies—including CBT, DBT, Narrative Therapy, and Mindfulness—to help you build the specific coping skills you need to thrive. My goal is to serve as a guide for those seeking support with anxiety, depression, adjustment challenges, body dysmorphia, and gender identity. Together, we focus on your inherent strengths to foster lasting recovery.

Psychotherapy provides a safe place to discuss fears, thoughts, and difficult decisions we as humans must make during our journey in life. I believe we are capable of making life changes with the right tools. I am here to listen without judgement. I believe we all have a story to share. Being heard is one of the most important aspects of communication.

My passion is working with clients who have experienced some form of trauma in their lives. By sharing your story, we can begin to process the trauma from experience to a new understanding, while remaining in the present.

I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) with a career that began around 2008. I hold a bachelor’s degree in psychology and a Master of Social Work. My background includes supporting adults with developmental disabilities, counseling at-risk youth, and working in psychiatric residential treatment, crisis care, hospital case management, and forensic mental health. I have also served as Director of Services for a youth crisis residential program, a sheriff’s deputy, and a military police officer.

Currently, I serve as a Lead Therapist in inpatient psychiatry, providing assessments, individualized treatment planning, and therapeutic support for people experiencing acute and complex mental health concerns. I collaborate with the treatment team to support stabilization and continuity of care and take on leadership responsibilities as needed.

I also provide outpatient therapy to military members and their families, drawing on my own military experience. Across my work, I help clients build coping skills, strengthen daily functioning, and move toward meaningful goals. I offer telehealth sessions throughout Washington.

Hello! I’m Maureen, a Vanderbilt-trained PMHNP who is passionate about providing high-quality care to people from all walks of life. I particularly enjoy working with young adults, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and veterans. Some of the conditions I most enjoy treating include generalized anxiety, OCD, and PTSD.

Hi, I’m Kristin, a compassionate licensed therapist passionate about helping people heal from life’s toughest experiences while rediscovering joy and lightness along the way. With 15 years of experience in mental health counseling, I am licensed in both Washington and New York State. My practice is grounded in trauma-informed care, creating a safe, non-judgmental space where clients feel truly seen, heard, and respected. I specialize in trauma and PTSD integration, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, life transitions, and building emotional resilience—especially for those navigating complex past experiences. I bring warmth, empathy, and a great sense of humor to every session because laughter can be a powerful ally in healing—it helps lighten the load, build trust, and remind us that hope and humanity coexist even in hard times. Whether you’re in the Pacific Northwest dealing with burnout or deeper wounds, I’m here to support you with genuine care and gentle humor toward greater freedom and connection.

I enjoy learning about ways we can change and understand our human existence. We are thinking, feeling and doing beings. Cognitive behavioral therapy provides a framework to identify ways to do it differently and better. Trauma treatment modalities like EMDR may support processing neurological and physiological reactions and being able to feel secure and safe while staying connected to others more fully. Our story is just that; we write it and edit it. We get to choose the chapters and path of our lives, through the unknowns, mysteries and celebrations.