About West Seattle Center for Grief, Loss, and Transition
When Life Changes, You Don't Have to Navigate It Alone
At West Seattle Center for Grief, Loss, and Transition, I believe that some of life's most painful experiences deserve more than quick advice, toxic positivity, or pressure to "move on."
Loss changes people.
Whether you're grieving the death of a loved one, caring for a family member with a serious illness, recovering from a divorce, navigating a career transition, or trying to rebuild after a major life change, these experiences often affect every part of life.
My mission is to provide compassionate, evidence-based therapy that helps people understand what they've been through and create a meaningful path forward.
What We Mean By Grief, Loss, and Transition
Most people think of grief as something that happens after a death.
While that is certainly true, grief can emerge whenever something important changes.
People often seek therapy here because they are grieving:
The death of a parent, spouse, child, family member, or friend
A loved one's serious illness or decline
A divorce or breakup
A career change or job loss
A move to a new city
A change in identity
A future they expected but may never have
These experiences can leave people feeling overwhelmed, isolated, uncertain, and disconnected from themselves.
Therapy can help.
WSCGLT’s Philosophy
We believe healing is not about forgetting the past.
It is about developing the ability to carry difficult experiences while continuing to live a meaningful and connected life.
Our work focuses on:
Understanding and processing emotions
Strengthening relationships
Building resilience during difficult times
Creating healthy routines and structure
Reconnecting with values and purpose
Building a future worth moving toward
Evidence-Based Care
Therapy at West Seattle Center for Grief, Loss, and Transition is grounded in evidence-based treatment approaches.
Depending on your needs, therapy may incorporate:
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Schema Therapy
Mindfulness-Based Interventions
Gottman Method Relationship Therapy
These approaches are adapted to your unique goals, experiences, and strengths.
Who We Serve
We work primarily with adults experiencing:
Grief and bereavement
Loss of a parent
Anticipatory grief
Caregiver burnout
Life transitions
Trauma related to loss
Relationship challenges
Emotional dysregulation
Identity transitions
Services are currently offered virtually throughout Washington State.
Commitment to Inclusion
West Seattle Center for Grief, Loss, and Transition is committed to providing affirming, culturally responsive care.
We welcome people of all races, ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, religions, abilities, body sizes, socioeconomic backgrounds, and relationship structures.
Everyone deserves access to compassionate, high-quality mental health care.
Frequently Asked Questions
How Long Does Grief Therapy Take?
Every person's experience is different. The length of therapy depends on factors such as the nature of the loss, the presence of trauma, available support systems, and your overall emotional stability.
Clients experiencing traumatic, sudden, or highly destabilizing losses often benefit from longer-term work lasting nine months to a year or more. Others may find meaningful relief in a shorter period of time.
During our consultation, we can discuss what therapy may look like for your unique situation.
Is What I'm Experiencing Normal?
Most likely, yes.
Many grieving individuals worry that they are grieving "wrong" because their emotions feel unpredictable or because their grief doesn't match what others expect. Grief is highly individual, and there is no single correct way to experience it.
Can Therapy Help If the Loss Happened Years Ago?
Absolutely.
Many people seek grief therapy years—or even decades—after a loss occurred. Sometimes grief becomes easier to process once life has stabilized enough to address it. Therapy can be helpful whether your loss happened recently or long ago.
Do You Offer Virtual Therapy?
Yes. I currently provide virtual therapy throughout Washington State, allowing clients to access support from the comfort of their own homes.
Do You Work With Adults?
Yes. I work with adults ages 18 and older.
Do You Accept Insurance?
I am not paneled with insurance, but I am able to provide a superbill that may allow you to receive Out-of-Network Benefits. My rate is $150/ hour. Learn more
What If I'm Not Sure I Need Therapy?
That's completely okay.
A free consultation can help us determine whether therapy would be beneficial and whether we're a good fit to work together.