University Place, WA Local Support & Community Resources

Wendy Naiman, a dedicated Marriage & Family Therapist, understands the dual nature of life, which can be both rewarding and challenging. She is committed to guiding individuals toward their best selves, helping them navigate through worry, overwhelm, and complex emotions. Wendy recognizes that feelings of isolation and sadness can linger and is eager to assist clients in exploring healthier paths forward. With expertise in addressing Women's Issues, Anxiety, and Relationship Issues, she creates a safe space for individuals to process past or present stress with empathy and care. Wendy employs a variety of therapeutic modalities, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Emotionally Focused Therapy, and the Gottman Method, to support her clients in understanding their feelings, overcoming unhelpful thoughts, and responding to life's challenges in constructive ways. Her warm approach is designed to celebrate the strength of those seeking support, acknowledging the bravery it takes to reach out for help. Wendy is here to walk alongside you in your journey to a more fulfilling life.

Dr. Aimee Acebedo is a dedicated psychologist with a profound belief in the importance of prevention and early intervention regarding adverse childhood experiences. Her work focuses on children, parents, and families, understanding that adverse childhood experiences can significantly impact thoughts, feelings, and behaviors in the present. A vital aspect of her clinical practice involves identifying and fostering resilience amidst these challenges. Dr. Acebedo utilizes an integrative clinical approach that is trauma-focused, strength-based, family-centered, and LGBTQ+ affirmative, ensuring her clients are supported in achieving their goals. She employs evidence-based treatment practices tailored to the age and specific concerns of her clients, encompassing modalities such as individual, family, and group therapy. Dr. Acebedo’s expertise covers a wide range of top issues including childhood trauma, parenting, and child development. Hablo Español.

Sarah Atchison is a Marriage & Family Therapist who believes that life transitions present unique opportunities for celebration and significant personal growth. As the director of the BLOOM Maternal and Infant Wellness Program, she specializes in guiding women and their families through the transformative journey of parenthood—a period rich with both challenges and rewards. Sarah's expertise encompasses the prevention and treatment of pregnancy and postpartum depression and anxiety, nurturing healthy parent-child attachment, and 'baby-proofing' relationships. She offers valuable support for those navigating pregnancy and postpartum adjustments, grief and loss (including infertility and neonatal loss), birth trauma resolution, adoption issues, and crafting a positive birth experience, especially for abuse survivors. The Bloom Program at Integrated Therapy Services NW provides comprehensive counseling, education, and support services to assist individuals and families before and after welcoming a child. Through her compassionate approach, Sarah helps to foster lasting bonds, nurture parents, and instill hope during the transition to parenthood.