Business Details
Your Trusted Mental Health Partner in Seattle
Seattle Biofeedback and Psychotherapy is a collaborative practice dedicated to providing specialized mental health care through evidence-based therapies. Our team combines over 40 years of cumulative experience in behavioral medicine, biofeedback, and psychological treatment. We utilize multidisciplinary approaches including cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, and behavioral medicine techniques to address complex mental health needs. Our practitioners maintain separate clinical records while collaborating with medical professionals to ensure comprehensive care. We specialize in treating anxiety, chronic pain syndromes, and stress-related disorders through personalized treatment plans.Our services incorporate both in-person and telehealth sessions to accommodate diverse patient needs. We accept multiple insurance providers and maintain affiliations with leading professional organizations. Our clinicians bring extensive academic and clinical backgrounds, including university teaching experience and specialized certifications. We prioritize patient education and self-regulation techniques to promote long-term wellness. Our practice remains committed to advancing biofeedback research and maintaining the highest standards of professional ethics.
Services
Psychotherapy
Biofeedback Training
Stress Management
Chronic Pain Treatment
Telehealth Counseling
Highlights and features
- We offer board-certified biofeedback specialists with 20+ years of clinical experience
- Our practitioners maintain active university teaching and research affiliations
- We provide both in-person and telehealth therapy session options
- Our clinicians hold specialized certifications in pain reprocessing therapy
- We collaborate with medical professionals for comprehensive treatment planning
Associations and certifications
- Biofeedback Certification International Alliance (BCIA)
Services
Psychotherapy
Our psychotherapy services address mental health concerns through evidence-based approaches including cognitive-behavioral and psychodynamic techniques. We treat anxiety, mood disorders, and chronic stress conditions while respecting individual patient preferences. Our licensed psychologists tailor treatment plans to address specific mental health challenges and personal goals.
Biofeedback Training
Biofeedback training teaches physiological self-regulation using advanced monitoring technology. We help patients manage stress responses through real-time feedback on heart rate, muscle tension, and other biological markers. This non-invasive treatment effectively addresses anxiety, chronic pain, and stress-related medical conditions.
People
Linda Spain
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Linda Spain LMHC specializes in behavioral medicine with 20+ years treating stress-related disorders. Board-certified in biofeedback, she teaches healthcare professionals and previously worked at Seattle Children's Hospital. Her practice combines cognitive-behavioral therapy with pain reprocessing techniques.
Ruby Y. Takushi
Psychologist
Dr. Ruby Takushi holds a clinical psychology doctorate and specializes in addictive behaviors. With Washington state licensure since 1999, she integrates physical, psychological, and spiritual approaches to mental health. She serves as Recovery Caf Director of Programs and teaches at Seattle University.
Questions
What mental health conditions do you treat?
We treat anxiety disorders, mood disorders, chronic pain syndromes, stress-related conditions, and addictive behaviors using evidence-based psychotherapy and biofeedback techniques.
How does biofeedback therapy work?
Biofeedback uses sensors to monitor physiological activity like heart rate and muscle tension. Real-time feedback helps patients learn self-regulation techniques to manage stress responses and improve health outcomes.
Do you offer telehealth appointments?
Yes, we provide telehealth counseling sessions to accommodate patients who prefer remote therapy options while maintaining the same quality of care.
What insurance plans do you accept?
Linda Spain accepts First Choice Health Network, Kaiser PPO (affiliated with First Choice), Premera Blue Cross, and Regence Blue Shield. Other providers are considered out-of-network.
Are your practitioners licensed and certified?
Yes, our team includes a Washington State Licensed Mental Health Counselor board-certified in biofeedback and a licensed clinical psychologist with specialized training in addictive behaviors.
