Andrew Zarate, RD

Welcome to Seattle BIPOC and LGBTQ+ Counseling | EMDR Therapy Psychotherapy & Nutrition, where we are committed to providing high-quality, inclusive, and evidence-based mental health and nutrition services. Our team, led by Andrew Zarate, MSW, RDN, CD, LICSW, is dedicated to supporting our diverse community, including BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) and LGBTQ+ individuals. We offer a range of services, including insight-oriented psychotherapy, EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapy, and nutrition counseling, all tailored to meet your unique needs.

About Andrew Zarate, MSW, RDN, CD, LICSW

Andrew Zarate is a queer, Filipino-American, and child of immigrants who grew up in the Seattle area. He identifies as a mental health clinician and a registered dietitian and nutritionist, specializing in working with BIPOC and LGBTQ+ communities, as well as adults living with HIV/AIDS and/or in recovery for eating disorders. Andrew obtained his Master of Social Work from the New York University Silver School of Social Work, focusing on social justice and mental health counseling. He has extensive experience working in renowned organizations such as GMHC and the National Institute for the Psychotherapies in New York City.

Psychotherapy Services

As a psychotherapist, Andrew provides insight-oriented psychotherapy for adults in a safe, accepting, and adaptive environment. Our psychotherapy services cover a wide range of issues, including:

• Multicultural and LGBTQ+ issues
• Shame
• Anxiety
• Depression
• Trauma
• Stress management
• Life transitions

We invite you to bring your whole self to our work together, including your strengths, challenges, hopes, fears, and intersecting identities. Our goal is to foster a strong therapeutic relationship, expand your understanding of yourself, and challenge you to grow.

EMDR Therapy

EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapy is an evidence-based treatment for trauma and other distressing life events. EMDR therapy can help accelerate the processing of these experiences, allowing you to heal from past traumas and reduce their impact on your present life. Andrew is trained in EMDR therapy and incorporates it into treatment plans when appropriate.

Nutrition Counseling

As a registered dietitian and nutritionist, Andrew works primarily with adults who are living with HIV/AIDS and/or in recovery for eating disorders. Our nutrition counseling services offer personalized support to help you meet your unique nutritional goals.

Unparalleled Patient Care

At Seattle BIPOC and LGBTQ+ Counseling | EMDR Therapy Psychotherapy & Nutrition, we go above and beyond providing exceptional face-to-face sessions. As a patient in our practice, you will receive the following additional benefits at no extra charge:

• A user-friendly patient portal, providing quick access to invoices, online bill payments, appointment reminders, and document sharing options
• Unlimited coordination with your treatment team, allowing you to focus on improving your health while we handle communication with other healthcare providers
• Secure video sessions for your convenience, allowing for remote therapy from any location
• Online payment options, including credit cards, debit cards, and Flexible Spending Accounts

Connect with Us

We invite you to schedule a free 15-minute consultation by phone or video to learn more about our services and how we can support you on your journey toward improved mental health and nutrition. If at any point you decide we aren't the right match, we will provide you with the appropriate referrals to help you find the care you need. Contact us today to get started.