Pacific Northwest Psychological Services offers
Individual evidence-based therapy for adults.
Pacific Northwest Psychological Services offers
Individual evidence-based therapy for adults.
TRANSCEND SUFFERING WITH WISDOM, COMPASSION & COURAGE
Pacific Northwest Psychological Services offers individual evidence-based therapy for adults.
The path forward...
Suffering is a difficult experience and takes on many forms. At times it can seem overwhelming, as if it will never end. When confronted with suffering we arrive at a critical juncture. How do we best approach this experience? When strategies that worked in the past are no longer effective, it is often helpful to have guidance from a trusted source. At PNPS we invite you to experience how evidence-based therapy delivered with wisdom and gentle guidance can help you transcend suffering and live life again.
We specialize in...
TRAUMA
Sometimes we experience things in life that are so traumatic that recovery seems insurmountable. With gentle guidance and compassion, we will work to reset the natural recovery process. Utilizing one of the two gold standard treatments for trauma, change will become a reality.
Evidence-based treatments we provide for trauma:
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Cognitive Processing Therapy
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Prolonged Exposure Therapy
ANXIETY
With the best of intentions we often worry or feel anxious about what is going on in our lives. Sometimes these well intended behaviors end up hijacking our ability to be the master of our own journey. We can help. Our work together will help you reengage in activities that have felt out of reach because of anxiety, fear, or worry.
Evidence-based treatments we provide for anxiety:
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Exposure and Response Prevention,
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
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Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
DEPRESSION
Depression is the second-leading cause of disability worldwide. Yet, too often, depression goes untreated. Depression can impair your quality of life and relationships, increasing the risk of self-harm and substance use disorders, and is associated with a myriad of physical health problems. But those outcomes aren’t inevitable. By pulling back the curtain and discovering the negative messages operating in the background (“I’m not good enough”) we can begin to challenge and reframe these beliefs. Relief is on the other side.
Evidence-based treatments we provide for depression:
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
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Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
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Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy
CHRONIC PAIN
If you are one of the 50 million Americans living with chronic pain, then you know that pain affects much more than the part of the body that is hurting. Together we will use a variety of techniques to help you learn to reduce suffering, increase functioning, and start living life again.
Evidence-based treatments we provide for chronic pain:
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
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Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
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Relaxation training
Not all mental health treatments are created equal.
Our practice utilizes evidenced-based treatments, which anchor your care in the best scientific evidence available. The therapeutic approaches we employ are gold standard treatments based on large-scale randomized clinical trials. Our skilled psychotherapists will develop a tailored treatment plan based on current clinical research, as well as your preferences, values, culture, and life experience. This goal-directed and science-backed approach, coupled with your active engagement in the therapeutic process, will guide you along the path toward meaningful change.
ALCOHOL AND
OTHER ADDICTIONS
When your use of alcohol or drugs seems to be controlling you, rather than the other way around, a change is needed. For some, total abstinence is necessary to break the addictive cycle. Others may be able to moderate their use and avoid the dangerous pitfalls of addiction. We will help you determine which approach is best suited for you, and provide expert guidance to help you regain control.
Evidence-based treatments we provide for addictive behaviors:
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Moderated Drinking
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Motivational Interviewing
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Contingency Management
SLEEP
Quality sleep is foundational for both physical and mental health, yet remains elusive for many. Sleepless nights often lead to wasted time and money spent on quick fixes that rarely work as intended. Fortunately, effective treatments are available that can help people fall asleep faster, stay asleep, and feel more rested during the day. We will help you develop better sleep habits and eliminate barriers that are interfering with your restorative rest.
Evidence-based treatments we provide for
sleep problems:
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia
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Sleep Restriction and Stimulus Control
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Relaxation training