Snoqualmie, WA Local Support & Community Resources

Deanna Thompson, a licensed mental health counselor with credentials including an MS, MHP, LMHC, and NCC, is dedicated to helping individuals navigate their unique challenges, whether they feel stuck or are dealing with complex, lifelong issues. She has extensive experience assisting clients facing depression, anxiety, PTSD, domestic violence, complex trauma, personality disorders, sexual assault/abuse, and substance abuse. Deanna offers a welcoming and safe environment for those from diverse backgrounds, including LGBTQ, polyamorous, alternate lifestyles, and multicultural communities. Understanding that each client's situation is distinct, she employs an integrative approach, blending techniques from various therapeutic modalities such as CBT, solution-focused therapy, and creative practices like art, dance, movement, and eco-therapy. Deanna is committed to empowering her clients by building personalized mental health toolkits focused on their individual goals and coping strategies, fostering overall wellness. She is an active member of the American Counseling Association (ACA) and the American Psychological Association (APA), and offers flexibility with evening and weekend appointments.

Alex Gerace, MA, LICSW, is a dedicated Clinical Social Worker and therapist who has a passion for working with individuals and couples. Alex specializes in assisting those grappling with identity issues, depression, anxiety, and relationship concerns, as well as navigating life’s everyday stressors. With a warm and supportive approach, Alex creates a safe environment, allowing clients to comfortably open up about their experiences. They are particularly skilled in providing therapy to LGBTQ clients and adults, along with supporting young adults and adolescents during their significant transitions. Utilizing a variety of therapeutic modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Family Systems, Alex addresses intimacy issues, communication barriers, and conflict resolution within couples. Furthermore, their expertise encompasses coping skills, personality disorders, grief and loss, mood disorders, and life transitions. With practice locations in Snoqualmie and Tukwila, Alex also offers convenient Telehealth sessions, ensuring that clients have flexible options for receiving support. Their culturally sensitive approach makes Alex a trusted ally for clients from diverse backgrounds.

Suzanne Gentry is a compassionate counselor with a mission to help her clients cultivate a more loving and empathetic relationship with themselves, others, and their past. Her approach encourages clients to leave their sessions with a deeper understanding of themselves and the coping skills needed to manage life's challenges. With a decade of experience in addressing issues such as dual diagnosis, addiction, stress, anxiety, and depression, Suzanne has worked in addiction treatment facilities as a clinical therapist, as well as in private practice assisting individuals facing significant life transitions and emotional distress. She finds joy in working with both adults and adolescents who are eager for change and have hope for a more fulfilling life. Suzanne is fascinated by the intricate tapestry of human experiences and how they shape our choices and behaviors, using this insight to guide her clients on their journey towards healing and self-discovery.