Bethany Hendrickson

Office: 5355 Tallman Ave NW, Ste. 211, Seattle, 98107

Life is complex and can feel overwhelming and lonely at times.  When we encounter obstacles, either within ourselves or outside of our control, it may be helpful to have a safe space to unload and work through issues with another person.  Therapy, or counseling, is the process of unraveling, sorting through, and shedding light on our internal thoughts and emotions, while building connection with another person.  This process creates internal space and room for personal change and development.

I work with people from a relational, psychodynamic, and person-centered approach. This means that I believe that you are the absolute best expert on yourself.  Whether you are looking for help with depression or anxiety, sexuality, cultural identity, family issues, or spirituality, I believe that relationships are a powerful tool for exploration, healing, and growth.  Together we will explore how your body, mind, and spirit interact and influence how you think and feel.

I have particular training and experience in areas of trauma and abuse, anxiety, and PTSD.  I work with adult women and men as well as adolescents.  I welcome questions, and would love to meet with you for a free 15-minute phone or video consultation so that you can get a feel for whether I would be a good therapeutic fit for you.

I am currently on staff with Northwest Family Life leading State-Certified Domestic Violence Treatment groups for people who have been identified as the abusive partner in their relationship. If you have questions about this program or are in need of joining a group, please let me know and I can assist you.

MY STORY

I graduated with my Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology at The Seattle School of Theology and Psychology in 2012 after completing a clinical internship working with adolescents and families.  For the next 3 years I worked at Sound Mental Health with adult individuals who are involved in the criminal justice system and probation.  My work there has focused on issues of trauma, mood disorders, and issues of addiction.  I also spent 5 years at YouthCare working with at-risk youth.  I am currently an affiliate of Northwest Family Life where I counsel individuals dealing with general issues as well as domestic violence and trauma.

CERTIFICATION

• Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Washington State Department of Health  #LH60511822

EDUCATION

• Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology, The Seattle School of Theology and Psychology, 2012
• Bachelor of Arts, Music, Western Washington University, 2007

AFFILIATION

• Member, American Counseling Association

INSURANCES

• Aetna (through Headway)
• First Choice Health/Kaiser
• Premera/Lifewise/Anthem
• ppo/Kaiser HMO with pre-authorization
• United Healthcare (through Headway)