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Opening a Relationship: How to Know If You’re Doing It for the Right Reasons

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Polyamory and consensual non-monogamy (CNM) are becoming more visible and more widely discussed, but visibility doesn’t always come with clarity. Many couples are curious about opening their relationship, yet not all motivations set them up for success. Understanding why you want to explore polyamory is one of the most important steps in determining whether it […]

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Neurodivergence in Children vs. Adults: What Changes, What Doesn’t, and How Support Needs Evolve

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Neurodivergence in children vs adults presents differently across the lifespan, yet it remains a lifelong neurological experience. Conditions such as ADHD and autism often appear more externally in children, while in adults they may be internalized or masked. Understanding how neurodivergence in children vs adults evolves over time can help individuals and families identify the

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Mental Health Awareness Month: Why It Matters and How to Access Support

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Mental Health Awareness Month, observed each May, is a national reminder of the importance of emotional wellbeing, access to therapy, and reducing stigma around mental health care. While awareness has grown in recent years, many people still face barriers to finding affordable, affirming, and effective support. At Steffen Counseling Services (SCS), we view Mental Health

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Online vs In‑Person Therapy in Seattle: How to Choose What You Need

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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

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In-Person Therapy Seattle: Serving Fremont, Tacoma & Beyond

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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

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Introducing Bree Mirus: New Intern at Steffen Counseling Services

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We’re excited to welcome Bree Mirus to Steffen Counseling Services as our newest clinical intern! Bree is passionate about working with neurodivergent clients, gamers, and couples across Washington State. She offers affordable therapy sessions (between $65–$85 per session) online and in Seattle to make specialized, supportive care accessible to everyone. Her work focuses on helping

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Anxiety vs. ADHD

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What’s the Difference? Have you ever wondered whether you (or someone you know) have anxiety, ADHD, or maybe both? It’s a common question since these two conditions can look surprisingly similar on the surface. Both can make it hard to focus, stay organized, and feel calm, but they stem from very different causes. Let’s break

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