Therapists
Vanessa Harris, LMHC
My mission is to ensure a safe and secure space where you feel comfortable being your authentic self. As humans, we are the most knowledgeable about what’s best for us in our lives; however, sometimes, we need some guidance. I would love to help guide you through the path of self-discovery, awareness, and well-being.
I strive to be an active guide that will walk beside you on your journey to heal what is hurting. I am a person-centered and holistically focused therapist who is committed to collaborating. I provide a safe space for all to feel empowered, gain insight, and learn skills to get through difficult stages. If you are looking for someone who gets it, I would be happy to connect!
Lindsay Larsen, Certified Counselor
I am currently a Certified Counselor completing my Master’s in Clinical Mental Health at Adam’s State University. My therapeutic orientation integrates many facets of different theories from person-centered, cognitive-behavioral, and common factors, to psychodynamic. However, I do not believe that one orientation suites every individual. We do not all fit into a cookie cutter. There may be those that benefit from incorporating interventions from different theories. I have also been inspired by Buddhist philosophy which integrates with this field nicely. People need to be looked at as a whole not just as a label or condition. Therapy should be a safe space with nonjudgment and an emphasis on compassion and empathy. I want you to feel heard and accepted. I am here to meet you where you are at. The client is the expert in their life, and I am here to serve as a guide to whatever journey you may be on. While therapy can involve heavy or deep conversations, I think it is important to be able to laugh at times. We are human at the end of the day. Therapy is also a place where we can grow. I look forward to being witnessed to the growth and the road of this therapeutic alliance journey.
Cathy Toporke-VanZanten, LMHCA
I profoundly respect that you’re searching for help. It takes boldness and courage to make the decision to reach out for support, and I do not take that lightly. I’m a Master’s in Clinical Psychology student at City University of Seattle and will be graduating in June
I have experience working with clients facing challenges with depression, anxiety, family issues, romantic relationship issues, abuse, meaning, spiritual issues, career change, and many other of life’s stressors. The therapeutic environment I create is a compassionate, empathetic, calm, safe, trustworthy space where you can be your genuine self. You will be heard. You will be respected. And we’ll collaborate together toward your goals, and help you find life satisfaction and peace.
Elli McLean, LMHCA
Welcome! I believe that everyone has the capacity for growth and healing. Whether you are dealing with anxiety, life transitions, challenges in your relationships, or doing your best to overcome adversity or trauma, I’m here to help! Sometimes our thoughts and emotions can make our inner world feel overwhelming and we need an outside perspective to help find calm in the chaos. You deserve a space where you can be wholly yourself and process life’s stressors, I strive to provide this within every session. I have a passion for working with both teen and adult individuals.
Each person is unique in how they think and behave, so the way in which I approach counseling with each of my clients will be unique. During our sessions I will be pulling from various counseling techniques such as, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. Throughout our counseling journey I strive to provide a relaxed and open atmosphere for you, as the client, to use as a blank canvas as we begin to map out your thoughts, feelings, and emotions.