Heather M. Stringer
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Counseling PhilosophyThere are certain moments in our lives when we are in need of a caring and considerate presence; one who listens and tends to the parts of ourselves that are in pain or confusion or fear. I believe therapy is a beautiful place for such possibilities.
My hope for our therapy is to provide safety and understanding as we discover who you are as well as give life and shed light onto who you are becoming. Our relationship will allow us to gently examine the places that are filled with anxiety as well as the places that may be unclear or unknown. |
Areas of Focus
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Therapeutic ApproachI utilize a variety of approaches: relational psychodynamic therapy, dream interpretation and play therapy to name a few. However, you are central, not merely my approach, so together we will find creative, unique ways to bring healing, fullness, and rest.
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Education & Experience
I am Master’s level therapist and a Licensed Mental Health Associate in the state of Washington. I practice under the supervision and in consultation with other Mental Health Counselors. I received a M.A. in Counseling/Psychology from The Seattle School of Theology and Psychology. I have a BFA in Painting from Columbia College in Chicago.
I have spent several years working with children and adolescents in multiple capacities, from volunteer work at youth centers to counseling positions at local agencies. I have worked with women struggling with addiction, domestic violence, and familial strain as a therapist in a non-profit setting. I also research, teach and facilitate dialogues regarding our bodies, both female and male as they pertain to culture, sexuality, religion, oppression and body image. I have found from play therapy with children to art therapy with adolescents to open dialogue with men and women that the body holds so many difficult stories and memories, waiting to be told and expressed–something I listen for while as your counselor.
Lastly, I immensely enjoy, participate, and utilize the arts (film, performance, painting, etc) whether in my private practice or in my daily life. I firmly believe we are all deeply and inextricably creative human beings.
I have spent several years working with children and adolescents in multiple capacities, from volunteer work at youth centers to counseling positions at local agencies. I have worked with women struggling with addiction, domestic violence, and familial strain as a therapist in a non-profit setting. I also research, teach and facilitate dialogues regarding our bodies, both female and male as they pertain to culture, sexuality, religion, oppression and body image. I have found from play therapy with children to art therapy with adolescents to open dialogue with men and women that the body holds so many difficult stories and memories, waiting to be told and expressed–something I listen for while as your counselor.
Lastly, I immensely enjoy, participate, and utilize the arts (film, performance, painting, etc) whether in my private practice or in my daily life. I firmly believe we are all deeply and inextricably creative human beings.
My Rates
- 50-minute individual session: $140
- 80-minute couples therapy session: $200