Quality Mental Health Counseling for Northwest Washington.
At Bayside Therapy Associates, we provide high-quality therapy for individual adults, children, and adolescents, as well as to couples, families, and groups. Our experienced clinicians specialize in a wide range of issues and concerns.
Some of the services we offer are listed below. Check out our Frequently Asked Questions for guidance on our practices and philosophies at Bayside Therapy Associates.
ACT focuses on increasing tolerance for emotional pain while helping you clarify your values to promote a more values-consistent life through acceptance, mindfulness, and behavior change.
Used to validate and advocate for the needs of sexual and gender minority clients by providing a supportive environment for you to discuss identity, societal challenges, and how to cope with those experiences.
Involves unlearning negative thought and behavior patterns and adopting healthier thinking habits to help you better respond to difficult situations.
Based on CBT, but specially adapted for people who experience emotions very intensely. DBT recognizes that two opposite things can be true at the same time, and can provide you with emotional regulation skills, mindfulness, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness.
Helps you identify, explore, and integrate the different parts of your inner self to heal emotional wounds and restore inner balance.
Primarily used for children, but adults can benefit too. Play Therapy helps people learn about the world, uncover and address psychological issues, and can aid communication skills.
Involves rhythmic stimulation and moving your eyes in a specific way while processing traumatic memories, to help reduce the vividness of the distressing experience.
Psychotherapy combining elements of CBT, meditation, and mindfulness—a present-oriented, non-judgmental attitude—to help you develop greater awareness and acceptance of your thoughts, emotions, and experiences.
Helps to uncover and understand the unconscious patterns, emotions, and past experiences that shape your current thoughts and behaviors. This awareness helps you gain insight, resolve inner conflicts, and create emotional growth and change.
Through psychological, social, and medical support, Gender-Affirming Therapy is effective at improving one’s well-being and life satisfaction.
NARM is a therapy for complex trauma that focuses on how early disconnection shapes current patterns, and which helps to shift these patterns to reconnect with one’s authentic self.
Somatic Therapy explores body awareness and teaches people practices to feel safe while exploring thoughts, emotions, and memories.
Frequently Asked Questions
General
Are online or virtual sessions available?
Yes. Secure telehealth sessions are available for clients who prefer to meet virtually, offering flexibility while maintaining the same level of care as in-person meetings.
How much does therapy cost, and is insurance accepted?
The standard fee is [insert fee, or see financial form].
Insurance acceptance varies by provider; some offer superbills for out-of-network reimbursement:
- Aetna
- Cigna-Great West
- First Choice
- HMA
- Humana
- Kaiser
- Kaiser Medicare
- Medicare
- Molina
- Optum/UMR
- Premera/Lifewise
- Regence
Sliding scale options may be available depending on financial need.
If you have a question regarding insurance, or if you do not see your insurance listed, please contact our front desk at nancystat@proton.me.
How can I know if a therapist is the right fit?
The therapeutic relationship is one of the most important parts of effective counseling. Clients are encouraged to notice whether they feel comfortable, understood, and supported. If the match does not feel right, referrals to other providers can be offered.
Is previous experience with therapy required?
No. Many people begin therapy without prior experience. Sessions are designed to provide a safe, supportive space where clients can share and explore at a comfortable pace.
Can I contact my therapist between sessions?
For non-urgent matters, you are welcome to leave a voicemail or send an email anytime. Messages are usually returned within 24 hours, excluding weekends. Your therapist will make specific arrangements with you in advance should you ever have an emergency.
Is a diagnosis required to begin therapy?
No diagnosis is required to start therapy. For insurance billing purposes, a diagnosis is necessary. This can be discussed with your therapist.
Client Experience
What happens in the first session?
The first session is focused on exploring, concerns, and goals for therapy. It is also a chance to review how counseling works, answer questions, and decide if the client-therapist match feels right.
How long is a session, and how often are sessions scheduled?
Standard sessions are 53 minutes. Many clients begin with weekly appointments, though frequency can be adjusted based on needs and progress.
How long does therapy usually last?
The length of therapy varies. Some individuals attend for a short period to address specific concerns, while others choose longer-term support for deeper growth. Progress and goals are reviewed regularly.
Is therapy confidential?
Yes. Information shared in therapy is kept private, with limited exceptions required by law, such as risk of harm to yourself or others, or cases involving child, elder, or vulnerable adult abuse. Confidentiality is discussed in detail during the initial session.
What if there is uncertainty about what to talk about in therapy?
It is common to feel unsure about where to begin. Sessions can start with whatever is most pressing or relevant to you in the moment, and your therapist will help guide the conversation.
How will I know when therapy is complete?
Clients often decide to conclude therapy when they feel more confident, have developed effective coping skills, and notice meaningful changes in how they manage challenges. Progress is reviewed collaboratively with your clinician. When the time feels right, a planned ending supports a smooth transition.
For Couples
Is couples therapy only for married couples?
Not at all. Couples therapy can benefit partners at any stage of their relationship—whether you’re dating, engaged, married, separating or divorcing.
How do we know if couples therapy is right for us?
If you feel stuck in repeating patterns, struggle to resolve conflict or want to deepen your connection, couples therapy can help.