Cory Secrist, a licensed clinical psychologist with a PhD, specializes in working with adults and adolescents facing challenges related to depression, anxiety, and chronic pain. With a deep understanding of relationship and communication difficulties, grief, and overwhelming emotions, Cory supports individuals in developing the skills necessary to achieve their personal goals. Cory adopts a nonjudgmental and collaborative approach to empower clients to understand and regulate their emotions, while enhancing mindfulness and acceptance. A strong advocate for LGBTQ+ individuals, Cory provides supportive and affirmative therapy to lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender clients and assists transgender individuals in accessing transitioning services. With a PhD in clinical psychology obtained from the University of Washington, where Cory learned from leading treatment developers in the field, he further honed his skills during his internship/residency in rehabilitation psychology at Harborview Medical Center, engaging with patients in various stages of recovery from traumatic injuries and chronic pain. Committed to utilizing evidence-based treatments, Cory combines the most effective therapies rooted in psychological science with a touch of humor and humanity, helping clients lead fulfilling lives.