Greenacres, WA Local Support & Community Resources

Suzanne Fay Metzger, MA, LMHC, NCC, is a dedicated counselor who truly believes that no one has to navigate life's challenges alone. She considers it an honor to be in the field of counseling and genuinely cares for each individual she works with. Suzanne fosters a strong therapeutic relationship in a warm, positive atmosphere grounded in mutual reverence and respect. Her approach emphasizes collaborative goal-setting, focusing on strength-based methods that clients can apply in their everyday lives. Using a unique and effective combination of EMDR, hypnosis, and biofeedback, Suzanne helps individuals reclaim their sense of calm and control in an uncertain world. With experience addressing trauma from war, assault, and school shootings, as well as everyday stressors, she knows that even a few sessions can lead to significant changes. Suzanne is certified in various techniques, including EMDR, HeartMath biofeedback, and Dr. Amen’s Brain Systems Approach, and she has extensive training in emotional manipulation, personality disorders, Gottman Couples Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and more. As a skilled stress management trainer, she has effectively supported veterans, colleagues, hospitals, community groups, churches, schools, and corporations. Above all, Suzanne tailors her approach to fit each client’s unique needs and growth goals, ensuring a fun and engaging experience. With her research-backed methods, clients are often pleasantly surprised by how quickly they begin to feel better. She believes that everyone deserves to find peace amidst tribulation.

Sara Yarbrough is a dedicated marriage and family therapist, known for her compassionate approach to healing relationships. She believes that relationships, while often a source of deep pain, can also lead to profound healing. With expertise in working with couples and families, Sara helps build essential tools for effective communication, understanding, and long-term resolution of frustrations. She collaborates with individuals to discover hope and freedom from symptoms of depression and anxiety, fostering a journey towards greater mental wellness. Certified at Gottman Level 2, and skilled in using Symbis and PrepareEnrich for premarital counseling, she has extensive experience supporting step-families and individuals or couples in ministry leadership, particularly those navigating the aftermath of betrayal. With over 20 years of experience working with youth and families, Sara invites individuals and families to take the first step towards overcoming perpetual frustrations and achieve their personal and relational goals.