Therapy Blog

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Aftercare in Kink and BDSM: What It Is, Why It Matters, and How to Do It Well

If you’re exploring kink or BDSM, you’ve probably heard the term “aftercare.” ...

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Understanding Attachment-Based Therapy: Healing Relationship Patterns at the Root

If you’ve ever found yourself stuck in the same relationship patterns, feeling ...

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Can BDSM Be Healing? A Trauma‑Informed Perspective

For many people, BDSM is misunderstood, often reduced to stereotypes about pain, ...

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A Therapist’s Toolkit: How Attachment Patterns Show Up in Relationships

Attachment patterns can shape the way we connect, communicate, and respond to ...

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Understanding the Different Types of Intimacy: Physical, Emotional, Sexual, and More

Intimacy is often misunderstood as something purely physical or sexual, but in ...

Meet Hunter Hansen: Your Kink and Poly-Affirming Therapist in Seattle

We’re thrilled to welcome Hunter Hansen (Her/Him) to our practice as our ...

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Sex Therapy in Seattle: How to Find the Right Therapist for Your Needs

Searching for sex therapy in Seattle can feel overwhelming, especially if you ...

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How to Cope With Complex Feelings About Mother’s Day

Mother’s Day is often portrayed as a time of gratitude, celebration, and ...

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

Mental Health Awareness Month, observed each May, is a national reminder of ...

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Asexual vs. Low Libido: What’s the Difference?

When it comes to sexuality, it’s easy to assume that a lack ...

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Common Relationship Patterns in Couples: Why You Keep Having the Same Fight

If you’ve ever thought, “Why do we keep having the same argument ...

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Emotional and Relational Spring Cleaning: Letting Go After Seattle’s Gray Winter

If you live in Seattle, you know how long winters can feel. ...