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If you're not sure where to start, Octave can match you with a therapist in Washington based on your needs and preferences, making it easier to move forward with confidence.
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Alexandrea Orozco
LCSW
Virtual
Specializes in Anger Issues, Anxiety +5 moreI’m a person-centered therapist who meets you where you are. In our sessions, you’ll find a safe, compassionate space where your experiences and feelings are valued and respected. My collaborative, empathetic approach allows us to explore your challenges at your pace. Whether you’re navigating life transitions, emotional difficulties, or seeking deeper self-understanding, my goal is to support and empower you as we build strategies for coping, growth, and lasting healing.Next available:Tue Sep 1 @ 4PM
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Desirée Israel
LCSW
Virtual
Specializes in Adoption/Foster Care, Anxiety +12 moreMy approach to therapy is grounded in compassion, curiosity, and collaboration. I work with individuals seeking connection, healing, and balance, believing that growth happens in relationship—with ourselves, our communities, and the systems we navigate. I bring a warm, affirming, and culturally responsive presence to our work together. I integrate mindfulness, narrative, and somatic approaches with liberation psychology and trauma-informed care, creating space for reflection, action, and practices that support balance and joy.Next available:Tue Sep 1 @ 6PM
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Shandi Peters
LMHC
Virtual
Specializes in ADHD, Animal Loss +9 moreI believe in offering personalized therapy that focuses on your unique needs and goals. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to support clients seeking positive change. I’m dedicated to providing compassionate care and creating a safe, open space to explore your thoughts, feelings, and beliefs. Together, we’ll work toward growth, self-awareness, and building skills that support your well-being, all through a tailored and meaningful therapeutic experience.Next available:Mon Aug 31 @ 5PM
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Donetta Quinones
LMHC
Virtual
Specializes in Addiction (not substance use), ADHD +14 moreI hold a Doctorate in Psychology with a Clinical focus and a Master’s in Forensic Psychology from Walden University. I work with individuals navigating trauma, addiction, co-occurring disorders, mood and personality disorders, and life transitions. My therapeutic style is relational, strengths-based, and trauma-informed. I combine clinical insight, accountability, and compassionate support to help clients build resilience, heal patterns, and develop practical tools for emotional, personal, and professional growth.Next available:Mon Aug 31 @ 5PM
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Alexander Sauer
LMHC
Virtual
Specializes in Anxiety, Depression +8 moreThe attitude I cultivate in therapy is one of openness, warmth, curiosity, and acceptance. I work with individuals navigating discomfort, dissatisfaction, and life challenges, helping increase purpose and stability. I believe there are no right or wrong decisions, and no single “best” life. Our choices and desires are meaningful and our responsibility. I also consider how social, cultural, and economic systems shape what we label as “problems” and impact individual, community, and environmental well-being.Next available:Thu Sep 3 @ 8PM
Corrie Larson
LCSW
Virtual
Specializes in Animal Loss, Anxiety +16 moreI believe therapy is a space for growth, healing, and reconnecting with your authentic self. I work with women to navigate life transitions, stress, relationship challenges, perfectionism, and burnout. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based practices. I integrate a variety of therapeutic modalities to help you identify patterns, gain clarity, and move toward meaningful change in a space that feels safe, supportive, and empowering.Next available:Wed Sep 2 @ 1PM
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Dekel Zuhri
LMHC
Virtual
Specializes in Anger Issues, Anxiety +9 moreI meet clients where they are and strive to create a safe environment that strengthens the therapeutic relationship. I take a holistic and multicultural approach to help clients identify their strengths and build resilience. I support clients in gaining insight into their past, recognizing what may be holding them back, and learning to stay present. I use a variety of therapeutic modalities to support each client’s individual goals. Throughout the therapeutic journey, I encourage clients to take an active role in sessions, honoring that they are the experts in their own lives while I provide support and insight in modifying challenging behaviors or intrusive thoughts.Next available:Mon Aug 31 @ 8PM
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Carin Catalano-Hutmacher
LMFT
Virtual
Specializes in ADHD, Adoption/Foster Care +25 moreMany of us know that putting ourselves first leads to better relationships, career satisfaction, and balance—but knowing isn’t the same as doing. I help clients reconnect with meaning, clarity, and joy by working holistically through life transitions, financial stress, family dynamics, health challenges, and career shifts. My approach integrates resilience and authenticity, creating a safe, collaborative space where you feel supported and empowered to grow, set goals, and build lasting change at a pace that honors your needs.Next available:Tue Sep 1 @ 5PM
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Monica Montoya
LMHC
Virtual
Specializes in Anger Issues, Anxiety +13 moreSpeaks SpanishIn our first session, you can expect an environment that helps you “feel comfortable in the uncomfortable.” Starting therapy can feel daunting, and I’m here to listen mindfully and without judgment. Together, we’ll explore what brought you to therapy and how I can support you. Goal setting is collaborative—we’ll identify clear objectives, create a flexible roadmap, and adapt as needed while tracking progress along the way.Next available:Wed Sep 2 @ 6PM
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Diamond Thaxton
LPC
Virtual
Specializes in ADHD, Anxiety +8 moreI have extensive experience helping individuals navigate relationship concerns and addictions, as well as helping people become the best versions of themselves. As a therapist, my approach is contemporary and uniquely tailored to each client. I believe everyone has the answers within themselves and sometimes just needs the right guidance to trust their intuition and develop essential skills for life's complexities. My style is direct yet comforting and solution-focused, ideal for busy individuals who use therapy as a pitstop to reflect and reset. I emphasize accountability, providing assignments to help adopt healthy habits for lifelong change.Next available:Wed Sep 2 @ 12AM
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Cleo Oubre
LCSW
Virtual
Specializes in Anxiety, Cultural Issues/Racial Stress +6 moreI specialize in working with BIPOC, people living with HIV, sex workers, and survivors of violence. Therapy with me is collaborative, client-driven, and tailored to your evolving needs. As a Black queer trans\* therapist, I’m committed to providing a warm, engaging, and shame-free space where your whole self is welcome. Together, we’ll work toward building the life you deserve and desire—guided by support, clinical insight, and a deep respect for your lived experience.Next available:Wed Sep 2 @ 12AM
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Courtney Moore
LCSW
Virtual
Specializes in Anxiety, Individual Therapy +3 moreMy approach to therapy is client-centered. I strive to create a safe space where you feel heard, understood, and supported as you express yourself. I meet you where you are and provide a professional, interactive process. I incorporate the mind, body, and soul in the healing process and use Somatic Processing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, and other holistic techniques to guide you on your healing journey.Next available:Sun Aug 30 @ 6PM
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We can determine what you can expect to pay for therapy sessions by looking up your plan information.
It typically takes less than a minute.
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Andrew Benson
LCSW
Virtual
Specializes in Anger Issues, Anxiety +12 moreMy therapeutic approach is a blend of Psychodynamic Therapy and Person-Centered Therapy. What matters most to me in therapy is creating a safe and trusting environment for you. That's my top priority. People have told me that I have a calm and gentle way about me, and I hope that translates into a positive and supportive therapeutic experience for you. I’m passionate about supporting you in identifying the narratives and stories that may have been absorbed from your lived experiences and seeing if they still align with what is truly important to you in your life today.Next available:Mon Aug 31 @ 9PM
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Marisa Dotts
LCSW
Virtual
Specializes in Anxiety, Burnout +13 moreI work with individuals navigating complex emotional experiences, identity-related stress, and life transitions. Together, we’ll create a space where you feel seen, supported, and empowered to take action. I often incorporate mindfulness-based strategies into our sessions, while also helping you set clear weekly goals to keep you motivated. We'll look at what's keeping you stuck and develop a plan to help you move forward with clarity and confidence. My approach is affirming, inclusive, and grounded in the belief that everyone deserves to live authentically and feel mentally well.Next available:Mon Aug 31 @ 1PM
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Carolyn Washington
Specializes in ADHD, Anger Issues +7 moreI work with individuals and families navigating anxiety, depression, anger, and grief. I use integrative approaches that focus on the whole person and offer both individual and group counseling. I'm also a certified Christian Biblical Therapist and bring a compassionate, empathetic presence to my work. I’m passionate about supporting clients through life’s challenges and hope to be an instrument of change in their journey.Next available:Wed Sep 2 @ 1AM
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Tod Buis
LCSW
Virtual
Specializes in Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder +16 moreMaking even gentle changes takes effort and practice; no one wants to feel discouraged or stuck in a painful place, and I like to honor that wish to decrease distress and find greater contentment. My approach is humanistic, client-centered, and framed by compassion. My focus is on fostering an open, supportive therapeutic environment that welcomes curiosity, and encourages clients to try on new patterns of thinking and behavior. In my practice, I begin with a comprehensive assessment, collaborate on treatment goals, and then work steadily alongside my clients to build both intra- and interpersonal skills. I have significant clinical experience in trauma-focused treatment, informed by brain-based science and developmental theory.Next available:Mon Aug 31 @ 5PM
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Marla Seals
LPC
Virtual
Specializes in Anxiety, Cultural Issues/Racial Stress +5 moreI bring a down-to-earth, approachable presence to therapy and place the utmost importance on fostering a warm and friendly, yet professional relationship with you. Since there is no "one-size-fits-all" approach to therapy, I incorporate various evidence-based treatment modalities, techniques, and skills that may best meet your individual needs. Developing a strong therapeutic alliance is the foundation that will support you as we explore pathways toward your healing, develop adaptive and functional coping skills, improve your emotional regulation, and help you experience a fulfilling life, rather than just exist.Next available:Mon Aug 31 @ 2PM
Frequently asked questions about therapists in Washington
What matters for your care is that your therapist is licensed in the state where you live. To see an Octave therapist, you are matched with a clinician licensed in Washington, whether you meet online or in person. Some licenses fall under interstate agreements that let a therapist practice in more than one state, but you never have to sort that out yourself. Octave confirms every therapist is licensed to work with Washington residents before matching you.
To practice in Washington, a therapist must hold an active Washington license. That means completing a master's or doctoral degree in a mental health field, finishing thousands of hours of supervised clinical work, and passing a national or state licensing exam. Licenses are renewed on a schedule and require ongoing education. Every Octave therapist practicing in Washington holds a current Washington license, reviewed by our clinical team before they join.
Washington therapists practice under several license types, most commonly Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSW), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFT), and Licensed Professional Counselors (LPC). You may also work with psychologists who hold a PhD or PsyD. All are qualified to provide talk therapy, and the right fit depends on what you want to work on more than the letters after their name. Octave works with licensed therapists across these credentials in Washington.
Yes. If your Octave therapist in Washington is not the right fit, you can switch at any time at no additional cost. Finding the right match matters more than getting it right on the first try, and it is common to need a session or two to know. Just let us know and we will help you find another licensed Washington therapist who suits your needs.
No. You do not need a diagnosis, a referral, or a specific reason to start therapy in Washington. Many people see a Washington therapist to work through stress, relationships, life changes, or feelings that are hard to name. Your therapist focuses on your goals and what you want to get out of care, not on putting a label on you.
Start with what you want to work on, then look for a Washington therapist whose experience and approach match. Practical fit counts too: whether they take your insurance, their availability, and whether you feel comfortable with them. With Octave, you answer a few questions during intake and get matched with a licensed Washington therapist who fits your needs, so you do not have to sort through directories on your own.
Look for an active Washington license, which confirms the therapist has met the education, training, and exam requirements to practice in Washington. Common credentials include LCSW, LMFT, and LPC, along with psychologists who hold a PhD or PsyD. Beyond the license, check that their experience lines up with what you want to work on. Every Octave therapist in Washington is licensed and reviewed for credentials, experience, and clinical approach before joining the platform.
In everyday use, "therapist" and "counselor" often mean the same thing: a trained professional who provides talk therapy. Both can be licensed to treat mental health concerns, and what matters most is their license, training, and experience, not the title they use. Octave connects you with licensed Washington therapists whose background fits what you are looking for.
A therapist provides talk therapy to help you work through thoughts, feelings, and behavior. A psychiatrist is a medical doctor who can diagnose conditions and prescribe medication. Some people work with both. Octave provides therapy in Washington, and if medication is something you want to explore, your therapist can talk it through with you and help coordinate care with an outside prescriber.
"Therapist" is a broad term for any licensed professional who provides talk therapy. A psychologist is one kind of therapist, someone with a doctoral degree (PhD or PsyD) who may also do psychological testing. Both provide therapy, and for most people the choice comes down to fit and experience rather than the specific degree. Octave works with licensed Washington therapists across these backgrounds.
The most important things are a valid Washington license, experience with what you want to work on, and an approach you feel comfortable with. Practical details matter too: whether they are in-network with your insurance, how soon they are available, and whether you connect with them in early sessions. Octave weighs these factors when matching you with a licensed Washington therapist, so you are paired with someone who fits both your needs and your schedule.