Michelle Garrison, LMHCA
Psychotherapist
(She/Her)
I believe that every human is unique and fundamentally good, complex, messy, and beautiful, and has the potential to harm and heal; we are all worthy of love, respect, repair, and living a life that is blessed for who they/we are.I strive to understand my clients holistically, and create a relationship that is built on safety, trust, collaboration, and hope. I believe that therapy is a journey of discovery and that we are experts in the discovery of our own stories. Together we will pay close attention to the client’s relationships of their past, how those relationships shaped them, and how those patterns are playing out in the present. I believe that therapy is a journey of discovery, an unfolding of the multiplicities of who we are in our relationship with ourselves and others.
As a human I enjoy nature, running, a good cup of coffee and book, and time with my partner and dog.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate (LMHCA) in the state of Washington. I recieved a Masters of Counseling Pscyhology from The Seattle School of Theology and Psychology and a Bachelor of Science in Communications and minors in Park and Recreation Adminstration and Religious Studies from Missouri State University.
I completed the clinician practicum aspect of my training at a mental health community organization where I worked with young adults and adults dealing with chronic pain, trauma, relational and multicultural concerns, and anxiety and depression. I continued work for a group practice where I supported young adults in the LGBTQ community, folks exploring identity and working through faith deconstruction, those with anxiety and depression, and folks learning the unqiue langue of emotions and story.
I am a relational psychodynamic psychotherapist. My approach is influenced by
Dr. Hillary McBride, mindfulness, emotionally focused, and trauma theories. In session, I utilize humanistic, person-centered, and feminist theological practices.
I work with young adults and adults who are part of the LGBTQ+ community, those processing and navigating their identities, deconstructed their faith, in seasons of change, struggling with anxiety, depression, and relational issues.
Areas of Focus
LGBTQIA+ issues
Identity exploration and development (sexual, gender, faith)
Relationship communication and patterns
Seasons of change and transition
Anxiety and depression
Fees
$140 for an individual 50 minute session.
$160 for a relationship/couples 50 minute session.
Superbill or sliding scale available upon discussion.
Payment received via debit or credit card.
Insurance
Due to the restrictive nature of working with insurance companies, I am not accepting insurance at this time. I can, however, provide a summary of services (“super bills”) for you to submit for reimbursement as out-of-network provider.
If you plan to submit documentation for reimbursement with your insurance company, I recommend consulting your insurance company to confirm your coverage prior to our initial appointment.
Location
In- Person in Ballard at Studioworks Ballard 1417 NW 54th St, Seattle, WA 98107 and Telehealth.
Scheduling Information
To talk more about therapy, ask questions, and set up a consultation email Michelle at
michelle@michellegarrisonpsychotherapy.com OR
visit my website https://michelle-garrison.com/