Online vs in‑person therapy is one of the most common decisions people in Seattle wrestle with when they’re thinking about starting counseling. Both options can be deeply effective; the real question is which format fits your life, your nervous system, and your season right now. In this post, we’ll walk you through how to navigate […]
Online vs In‑Person Therapy in Seattle: How to Choose What You Need Read More »
If you’ve been searching for in-person therapy in Seattle or Tacoma, you’re not alone. While virtual therapy has made mental health care more accessible, many people are still looking for the connection, grounding, and presence that comes with sitting in the same room as their therapist. At Steffen Counseling Services, we’re excited to share that
In-Person Therapy Seattle: Serving Fremont, Tacoma & Beyond Read More »
One of the first questions people ask when starting therapy is: “Do you take my insurance?” It’s a good and important question — therapy is an investment in your well-being, and cost is a real factor in accessibility. But the answer isn’t always simple, because therapy insurance coverage depends on your plan details and your therapist’s
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We’re thrilled to announce that Sage Robins and Aishleen O’Brien, therapists at Steffen Counseling Services in Seattle, are both a certified Prepare/Enrich Facilitators! This certification expands their ability to support couples through structured premarital counseling and relationship enrichment sessions built on a research-driven framework. What Is Prepare/Enrich? Prepare/Enrich is one of the most widely used
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Immigration cases can bring up deep emotional strain, uncertainty, and hope all at once. At Steffen Counseling Services, we understand how complex and personal this journey can be. Our goal is to provide clear, compassionate, and professionally grounded Immigration Psychological Evaluations to support your immigration case. Whether your case involves hardship, asylum, a VAWA petition, or
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In therapy, we often say that healthy boundaries are an act of self-respect. They protect our time, energy, and emotional well-being—and they create strong, balanced relationships. Yet for many people, the word boundaries can feel intimidating. Where do we even start? How do we set them without guilt or conflict? Whether you’re navigating relationships as
Setting Healthy Boundaries: Practical Advice for Couples, Families, and Individuals Read More »
The following is an excerpt from “We Get Better: 48 Treatment Options for Chronic Depression” by Mollie Player. Many books on depression management are incredibly helpful. But often, they’re limited in scope. They focus on one intervention, such as meditation, exercise or cognitive therapy, and attempt to convince us that it’s all we need. However,
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Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a mental health condition characterized by persistent, intrusive thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviors or mental acts (compulsions) performed to alleviate distress. While the underlying mechanisms of OCD are similar, the condition can present in various forms, depending on the individual’s specific obsessions and compulsions. Importantly, the way OCD manifests may differ
We are excited to announce that we have just partnered with Mentaya, a mental health company specializing in assisting clients to use their out-of-network benefits for potential reimbursement on therapy! What are out-of-network benefits? If your insurance plan offers out-of-network benefits, it means they will cover a portion of the cost when you see a
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects both children and adults, characterized by difficulties in attention, hyperactivity, and impulsiveness. ADHD is usually thought of as hyperactivity, though not everyone with ADHD is hyperactive. The condition is typically divided into three subtypes based on the predominant symptoms – inattentive, hyperactive-impulsive or combined.
Types of ADHD: Inattentive, Hyperactive-Impulsive, and Combined Read More »
