Mental Health Therapy in Bellingham

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Kristen Hagin

Bellingham, Washington - Counselor
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Hello!! I am Kristen Hagin. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor from Washington State. I hold a Masters Degree from Grace University in Omaha Nebraska. I am dually licensed in both Washington and Nebraska. Over the past 16 years, I have been working with individuals in a variety of settings from community behavioral health, youth focused services, and most recently in a primary care physician setting. I am a proponent of Motivational Interviewing and Person Centered Therapy. We will be able to tailor an individualized approach that works for you! I am ready to guide you in developing evidence-based skills and techniques to process traumatic experiences, strengthen resiliency, foster personal growth, and gain sustainable healthy relationships. Another option that some people prefer is a simple emotional outlet. I am here to listen and provide support for you. No matter what your needs are, I am here to walk with you on your journey to becoming happier and healthier. I have a variety of times available for video/chat/messaging sessions. Please let me know if you have a preference for a time to meet - if I don’t have availability that matches yours showing in the system- I’m always willing to find time! ***Please note - Video/Phone/Chat session availability Monday 7-9am, Wednesday mornings 7-9 am, Friday from 7-5pm, and Saturday from 12pm-5pm. Chat sessions available Any of these times AND Monday-Friday evenings fro 5pm-10pm (Please message me to schedule during these times).

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Kipp Trembley

Bellingham, Washington - Counselor
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As a Transpersonal Psychotherapist, and fundamentally Client-Centered, I believe in an inherent tendency and ability for people to grow and learn about themselves and the world around them. I also believe each one of us has an inner wisdom to tap into. A client is encouraged to boldly explore their own thoughts and emotions in a safe, warm and collaborative therapeutic environment and find new solutions, skills, insight and awareness around life's challenges, both within the person and the persons' life experience. I meet you where you are at, conforming my therapeutic approach to your presenting needs, and encouraging you to be as active in your own therapeutic process as possible. I may be active in my intervention as deemed useful by both the client and presenting concerns, including giving suggestions, interpretations, challenging, facilitating self-empowering therapeutic hypnosis, creative expression/arts, journaling, meditation training to include mindfulness training, dream exploration, CBT/DBT, and occasionally suggesting homework. I also recognize the value in meeting basic human needs for psychological health, providing access assistance to resources as needed, and as able. I generally work with folks who complain of depression, anxiety, grief and loss, stress management, anger management, trauma/PTSD, interpersonal conflict, parenting challenges, spiritual challenges, frustration tolerance, and some health challenges to include nicotine addiction. ***Please note: I keep strict office hours, and am not available for after-hours messaging. My practice hours are 9am - 5pm Tuesday - Friday. I generally can respond at least once per morning and once per afternoon during those office hours, sometimes more! You can also book a live session with me ahead of time. ***Please remember that BetterHelp (or specialty site!) is not appropriate if you are in crisis or in immediate need of support. In crisis situations, please call 911 or local emergency services. You can also call 1-800-273-TALK (8255) to talk to someone right away!

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Nicole Wright

Bellingham, Washington - Clinical Social Worker/therapist
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I have spent my career supporting people confronting various life challenges. Participating in grassroots politics for social justice and providing case management in the criminal justice system, introduced me to the underserved. This was the catalyst for pursuing an education in clinical social work. During graduate school, I interned for a government housing agency, and provided individual therapy and psychoeducational classes at a Veterans Affairs hospital. After graduation, I spent several years providing individual and group therapy in an inpatient facility that simultaneously addressed chemical dependency and mental health complications. I also had the privilege of being a medical social worker for a local hospital. I was stationed at a primary care clinic where I collaborated with patients, their families and providers, to achieve health care goals. I met patients at doctor appointments, visited their homes, and assisted in their discharge planning from hospitals and skilled nursing facilities. This gave me insight into the impact of poor physical health on emotional wellbeing, the importance of autonomy in end of life care, and the reality of caregiver burnout. With in these various community mental health roles, it became clear that regardless of which disenfranchised population was facing social injustice, or the specific hardship a person was enduring, there was a common theme. People want to be heard. They want to be valued. Twenty years in the helping field taught me that without the basic tenant of dignity, no technique or therapeutic approach will make a difference. And I can assure you that you ARE worthy of dignity. You are also worthy of love, honor, trust, and respect. I know this may be hard to believe. And as trauma and grief start to accumulate, positive self regard can be replaced with criticism. Feelings of hopelessness and shame become overwhelming. Joy disappears, self-care is nonexistent, and isolation is preferred. Despair and loss of community may lead to addictive behaviors and even thoughts of dying. The time to process past hurts is now. You can create and nurture healthy relationships, increase self-esteem, interact with others more meaningfully, and learn to trust your voice. You have the ability and authority to rewrite your narrative. Choosing therapy takes grit and determination. You have these traits! And you are not alone. It is an honor to accompany you during this sometimes difficult, but tremendously rewarding journey. I am committed to providing an accepting and encouraging space to allow you to heal. Regardless of your religion, sexual orientation, or lifestyle preferences, you can be yourself with me.

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Free Mental Health Resources in Washington

The National Alliance on Mental Health of Washington is an organization that provides support, education and advocacy for individuals and their loved ones with mental illness. Their programs range from support groups for individuals and families to providing training for people who are interested in becoming a NAMI leader/ facilitator.
The Center for Chronic Illness offers support groups for people who are impacted by chronic illness or rare diseases. This free service utilizes the HeyPeers website to connect individuals with online support groups that are facilitated by licensed mental health professionals.
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2-1-1 Washington is a mental health resource that residents of Washington can turn to in times of need. Their 24/7 telephone helplines can assist people who need help regarding mental illness, substance use, LGBTQ+ issues, domestic violence or other crises. The services are free and confidential.
The Washington Warm Line is a free and confidential peer support helpline for people experiencing emotional and mental health challenges. This could be anxiety, loneliness, depression, relationship difficulties and other issues causing high levels of stress. Their volunteers are specially trained and have experience with mental health challenges.
The Washington Recovery Help Line provides free and confidential assistance for those seeking help for substance use disorder, mental health crisis or gambling addiction. Their highly trained staff provide emotional support and assist individuals in finding treatment providers or facilities as well as harm reduction services.
King County in Washington State offers publicly funded mental health services for low income people in need. Their services include counseling, residential treatment, homeless services, behavioral health housing, hospitization and ombuds services.
The Washington State Health Care Authority’s online resource helps residents who receive Apple Heath, the state's Medicaid program, to find behavioral health care and support including prevention, treatment and recovery programs for both mental health and substance use disorder. These services cover children, pregnant women, adults and seniors.
The Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs offers vets and their families counseling and wellness programs that address mental health. They provide no cost outpatient individual, family and group counseling that focuses on a range of issues including PTSD for those who qualify.
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The Washington State Department of Health provides a free online resource for residents in need of mental health support. Individuals can find contact information on crisis support including hotline numbers for suicide prevention, gambling addiction, substance use disorder, LGBTQ+ support, and more.
Washington State University’s Psychology Clinic offers people living in the Palouse region low cost sliding scale fee psychotherapy and psychological assessment services. As well they offer workshops and support groups for people in need. Services are provided by advanced students who are enrolled in their Psychology doctoral program.
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Washington’s Mental Health Referral Service for Children and Teens is a service through the Seattle Children’s Hospital that helps families connect with mental health providers in their communities to get the help they need. This free service is for kids 17 and under who live in Washington state.
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Mental Health Matters of Washington is a program that seeks to enhance mental health and improve early intervention. The program works to increase awareness and reduce the stigma regarding mental illness, improve early intervention, reduce hospitalization related to mental illness, prevent suicide and connect people to the care they need.
Highline College’s Veterans Services offers veteran students a variety of resources and support to help them on their educational journey. These include mental health counseling, tutoring and career planning. They can also help connect students with local services that specifically assist vets and their families.
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Shoreline Community College in Shoreline, Washington offers support for student members of the LGBTQ+ community. Their online community support page includes information on employee assistance programs, counseling services, nonprofit organizations that assist individuals in the LGBTQ+ community and veteran and military support.
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The Washington Apple Health Plan offers individuals who participate in the state’s Medicaid program, and are members of the LGBTQ+ community, coordinated care services. Their case managers help individuals find medical and mental healthcare providers, provide gender affirming care management and connect with other resources within their community.
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