Eli Katzman, MSW, LSWAIC (pending)

Psychotherapist, Associate Clinical Social Worker

(he/him)

As a therapist, I am familiar with feeling unsatisfied with the status quo of life or feeling like you need a change. I offer my clients curiosity, a non-judgement stance, and patience to discover pathways to change. I view my clients as the experts of their lives and their history, working with them to create therapeutic goals together.  I have experience working with individuals managing life transitions, anxiety, stress, overwhelm, grief, loss, paranoia, and other forms of significant change and distress. 

Communication issues can arise when we have a hard time hearing or seeing each other’s wounds or problems. These issues can either be between people or internally – between different parts of ourselves. I work with my clients to find healing through exploring communication channels that have been closed off or strained. 

My passion is to help people understand themselves and each other. I understand how to support clients searching for a greater sense of self-understanding, connection with those around them, and belief in their ability to manage tougher emotions.  

Trained as a clinical social worker, I have a social justice perspective and consider how larger societal forces might be affecting the individual and the family system. I grew up white and Jewish in one of the most diverse counties in the country – I know how uniquely impacted each of us can be by our identities, cultural upbringings, and early childhood experiences. 

I received my Master of Clinical Social Work degree from Smith College School for Social Work. Before joining Shelterwood, I was a counselor at Cancer Lifeline, a nonprofit that provides services for individuals, couples, and families impacted by cancer. I supported cancer patients, their loved ones, and caregivers through diagnosis, treatment, grief, and loss.

Areas of Focus

Anxiety
Cancer
Chronic Pain/Illness
Depression
Embodiment / Somatics
Emotional Regulation
Grief & Loss
Identity
Intuition & Discernment 
LGBTQ Identity
Life Adjustment
Men's Issues
Relationships & Attachment 
Self Esteem
Sex & Intimacy
Stress
Transitions
Trauma & Abuse
Vitality

Fees

$150/session (individuals, couples, 50 minutes)

Insurance

I am in network with Cigna, First Choice, Lifewise, Premera, and Regence.

Location

I offer both virtual and in-person appointments at two locations:

108 S. Jackson St, Suite 301, Seattle, WA 98104

355 NW Gilman Blvd, Suite 204, Issaquah, WA 98027

Scheduling Information

Please email to inquire about scheduling an appointment.

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