Business Details
Your Trusted Mental Health Therapist in Seattle & Bainbridge Island, WA
With over two decades of experience in counseling, teaching, and coaching, I specialize in providing personalized therapy for individuals, couples, and families. My practice focuses on trauma recovery, domestic violence support, PTSD treatment, and empowering women in transition. Holding a Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Antioch University, I integrate evidence-based methodologies like EMDR and CBT to address emotional challenges, relationship dynamics, and personal growth.My approach emphasizes creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore their stories, develop coping strategies, and build resilience. As a licensed mental health therapist in Washington state, I combine clinical expertise with compassionate support to help clients navigate life's complexities and achieve meaningful transformation.
Services
Couples Therapy
Family Therapy
Trauma Counseling
PTSD Treatment
Depression Therapy
LGBTQ+ Counseling
Grief Counseling
Stress Management
Domestic Violence Support
Women's Issues
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of specialized experience in trauma and domestic violence counseling
- Our therapist holds advanced training in EMDR and cognitive behavioral therapy
- We provide personalized treatment plans tailored to individual client needs
- Our practice serves multiple locations across the Puget Sound region
- We integrate creative approaches with evidence-based therapeutic techniques
Services
Couples Therapy
Specialized counseling for couples seeking to improve communication and resolve conflicts. Our approach combines evidence-based techniques with personalized strategies to strengthen relationships. Clients gain practical tools to navigate challenges and build healthier connections through structured therapeutic sessions.
Trauma Counseling
Comprehensive treatment for trauma survivors using specialized modalities like EMDR and cognitive behavioral therapy. We help clients process traumatic experiences and develop coping mechanisms. Our trauma-informed care focuses on creating safety and fostering resilience for long-term healing.
PTSD Treatment
Targeted interventions for PTSD symptoms including flashbacks, anxiety, and hypervigilance. We employ evidence-based protocols to address trauma's impact on daily functioning. Treatment emphasizes symptom management and gradual processing of traumatic memories in a supportive environment.
Domestic Violence Support
Specialized counseling for domestic violence survivors focusing on safety planning and emotional healing. Our trauma-informed approach addresses the complex effects of abuse. Clients receive support in rebuilding self-esteem and establishing healthy relationship boundaries through compassionate therapeutic guidance.
Women's Issues
Tailored support for women navigating life transitions and gender-specific challenges. We address issues like self-esteem, work-life balance, and reproductive health concerns. Our approach combines empowerment strategies with practical solutions to help women achieve personal growth and fulfillment.
People
Diane Heald Spengler
Therapist
Licensed mental health therapist with 20+ years experience in trauma recovery and couples counseling. Specializes in EMDR, CBT, and creative approaches to healing. Graduated from Antioch University with MA in Marriage and Family Therapy.
Questions
What types of therapy do you offer?
We provide individual, couples, and family therapy with specializations in trauma recovery, PTSD treatment, domestic violence support, and women's issues using evidence-based approaches like EMDR and CBT.
Do you accept insurance?
We recommend contacting your insurance provider directly to verify mental health coverage details, including out-of-network benefits and session reimbursement rates for therapy services.
What is your approach to trauma treatment?
Our trauma treatment combines EMDR, cognitive behavioral therapy, and trauma-informed care to help clients process traumatic experiences and develop effective coping strategies in a safe therapeutic environment.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Yes, all sessions maintain strict confidentiality except in cases of imminent self-harm, harm to others, or suspected abuse/neglect as required by state law and ethical guidelines.
How can I schedule an appointment?
Contact us directly at 206-319-3923 or [emailprotected] to schedule an initial consultation for individual, couples, or family therapy sessions in Bainbridge Island or Seattle locations.
