Find a Therapist in Lacey, WA

Norman Edward Dobson is a dedicated Marriage and Family Therapist with extensive experience and a profound commitment to supporting individuals and families. As a retired combat veteran with twenty years of military service, he brings a unique perspective to his practice. Norman holds multiple credentials in Marriage and Family Therapy, Mental Health Counseling, and Chemical Dependency, ensuring a holistic approach to therapy. His therapeutic techniques include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy, and Narrative Therapy, allowing him to address various issues such as alcohol use, divorce, and behavioral challenges. With a strong focus on the connection between thoughts and behaviors, he helps clients unravel the emotions shaped by life experiences, empowering them to recognize their strengths and navigate life's stresses. Norman’s experience notably includes working with active duty service members and their families, providing essential support during transitions. He is passionate about the sanctity of marriage and family, advocating for resolution in conflicts while acknowledging the reality that separation may sometimes be necessary. Married for over 38 years and a proud father of three adult children and five grandchildren, Norman believes that the effort we extend to our families should mirror the sacrifices made for our country and flag.

Cynthia Jane Hoffer, MS, LMHC, is a compassionate counselor dedicated to providing an affirmative and safe space for her clients. With over 20 years of experience serving children, adults, and their families, she helps individuals discover their personal strengths while promoting growth and developing effective coping strategies for life's transitions, family challenges, and adjustment difficulties. Cynthia specializes in assisting clients and their families dealing with developmental disabilities, mood disorders, and neurodiversity. Her therapeutic approach is tailored to each individual, utilizing a blend of cognitive behavioral, solution-focused, and supportive counseling methods. By fostering self-efficacy within a supportive and empowering counseling relationship, Cynthia guides her clients on their unique journeys towards well-being.

Kevala Keller is a dedicated Marriage & Family Therapist who holds an MA and multiple credentials including LMFT, LMHC, and ACHt. With a profound understanding of the complexities of trauma and PTSD, she often helps clients navigate the challenges of parenting and domestic violence with empathy and expertise. Kevala specializes in a range of therapy types, such as Parenting Coaching, Trauma Focused therapy, and Person-Centered approaches, ensuring that she meets the unique needs of each individual, couple, or family she works with. Her therapeutic modalities include Advanced Hypnotherapy, EMDR, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), among others, all tailored to foster lasting change and resilience in her clients. With a passion for supporting teens, adults, and elders, Kevala is committed to creating a warm, safe space where everyone can embark on their journey of healing and personal growth.

Amy Lennon Riggio is a compassionate and skilled therapist who specializes in working with adults and elders, offering culturally sensitive and trauma-focused counseling. She holds a Master's degree in Counseling from Saint Martin's University and is a licensed mental health counselor associate (LMHCA). Her extensive experience includes addressing trauma and PTSD, gender identity issues, and self-esteem challenges, providing a safe and nurturing environment for her clients. Amy employs a diverse range of therapeutic modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Emotionally Focused Therapy, ensuring that each individual's unique needs are met. With a commitment to fostering genuine relationships, she utilizes a strength-based approach that empowers clients to explore their narratives and cultivate resilience. Amy's deep understanding of multicultural perspectives enhances her ability to connect authentically with her clients, supporting their journeys toward healing and personal growth.

Kathleen Sharp, a dedicated Counselor and LMHCA, serves individuals across Washington state through Telehealth. She recognizes that much of adolescence and adulthood involves reprogramming ingrained systems from childhood. With her compassionate guidance, Kathleen assists individuals in navigating challenging life transitions and fosters a deeper understanding of self, helping them rediscover their sense of meaning in the world. Her primary focus is to empower others to achieve a happy, healthy, and fulfilling life in a non-judgmental and supportive environment. Kathleen specializes in healing issues such as depression, anxiety, substance abuse, and low self-esteem. She explores underlying childhood traumas, attachment and abandonment concerns, and interpersonal conflicts, tailoring treatment strategies to meet each person's unique needs. Through a collaborative therapeutic process, Kathleen promotes the discovery of more effective responses to life's stressors while helping clients overcome feelings of guilt and shame. By facilitating deeper self-understanding, she creates a pathway for intentional engagement with others, fostering wellness and alignment.

Northwest Therapy Group PLLC brings extensive experience in mental health and family counseling, offering effective outpatient, individualized psychological care. Their spectrum of care ranges from casual self-exploration to addressing persistent mental health needs. Committed to providing a neutral ground for individuals, families, and couples, they support treatment goals and healing. The focus at Northwest Therapy Group is to help individuals, couples, and families heal, energize, and become aware of their inner strengths. They achieve this by creating a safe and welcoming environment, actively listening to concerns, and customizing individualized treatment plans. With a promise to be there for every step of the journey, their goal is to assist clients in growing from struggles, healing from pain, and moving forward towards the life they envision.