Silverdale, WA Local Support & Community Resources

In a therapy setting, clients and their loved ones can find a supportive environment to engage in self-care, self-reflection, and skill-building necessary for managing a range of symptoms. Many adults and youth deal with challenges such as depression, anxiety, or the lingering effects of past trauma that can impact their everyday lives. Navigating relationships, school, or work can often feel overwhelming, and issues of self-esteem and self-worth may hinder the ability to cultivate healthy connections with friends, peers, or family members. Under the guidance of Robin Beckley, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Child Mental Health Specialist, clients can acquire essential skills to overcome these difficulties. Robin enjoys collaborating with children, adolescents, young adults, and families. With experience in treating anxiety, depression, and trauma, she employs an integrated approach utilizing a family systems perspective to cater to her client's needs. Seeking help during tough times can be daunting, but taking the first step toward therapy is a courageous decision. For those considering therapy for themselves or their child, Robin is ready to provide clarity and address any questions about the therapeutic journey, ensuring that the path toward mental wellness is approachable and supportive.

Dr. Liliane Boardman is a compassionate therapist dedicated to guiding individuals through challenging phases in their lives. She specializes in helping those dealing with grief and loss, whether it be from relationships or the loss of loved ones. For clients coming from diverse cultural backgrounds, Dr. Boardman offers support in integrating into American culture and finding spiritual grounding that resonates more closely with their values. Within a safe and confidential environment, she is committed to facilitating transformative healing experiences. Dr. Boardman employs a holistic approach that may involve gently challenging faulty thinking patterns and exploring new perspectives on personal experiences. Her expertise encompasses Depth and Transpersonal Psychologies, including Jungian methods, dream work, and spirituality. With a strong respect for each client's personality, needs, and goals, her treatment approach is profoundly personalized. Holding an Advanced Clinical Pastoral Certificate, she can address religious and spiritual quests through various frameworks. As a Child Mental Specialist with 30 years of experience working with children aged 5 to 19, Dr. Boardman primarily utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, along with creative modalities such as Sand Tray and Art/Play Therapies, to engage effectively with younger clients. Currently, she focuses her practice on individuals aged 10 and older.

Michael Boltwood, Ph.D., is a compassionate psychologist dedicated to helping individuals understand, manage, and resolve challenges related to stress, anxiety, and emotional well-being. His approach to mindfulness-based psychotherapy has proven effective in reducing stress by exploring the intricate relationships between moods, thoughts, beliefs, behaviors, and physical health. Michael teaches essential skills for effectively managing emotions and everyday behaviors, leading to a significant improvement in the quality of life. His focus on healthy behaviors fosters optimism by integrating positive activities and supportive relationships into clients' lives. With extensive experience working with health care professionals and individuals facing significant health challenges, Michael's therapeutic methods emphasize the development of healthy coping skills—such as meditation to manage emotions and physiological stress responses—cultivating positive habits, and enhancing social connectivity. He holds a Ph.D. in Counseling and Health Psychology from Stanford University and has a rich background, having served as a Clinical Psychology Intern and Post-doctoral Fellow in Behavioral Medicine at Dartmouth Medical School. Michael was also a Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Washington School of Medicine from 1998 to 2006 and has proudly maintained a thriving private practice in Kitsap County for over 30 years.