{"id":113,"date":"2018-02-28T03:23:46","date_gmt":"2018-02-28T03:23:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hmy.bcd.temporary.site\/optima\/?page_id=113"},"modified":"2025-11-13T20:05:01","modified_gmt":"2025-11-13T20:05:01","slug":"therapy","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/samaritanps.org\/optima\/therapy\/","title":{"rendered":"Therapy"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\">[vc_row][vc_column][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1758747753224{padding-top: 15px !important;padding-right: 30px !important;padding-left: 30px !important;background-color: #F9FFC1 !important;}&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]\n<h3>Therapy at Samaritan Center<\/h3>\n<p>If you have never worked with a counselor before (or even if you have), the first steps can be daunting. Samaritan Center of Puget Sound is here to help\u2014and to make those first steps less intimidating. Our agency has been providing service for nearly 60 years in the greater Seattle area, with an emphasis on professional care and open hearts to your concerns.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;50px&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_hoverbox image=&#8221;4072&#8243; primary_title=&#8221;Individual Therapy&#8221; hover_title=&#8221;&#8221; shape=&#8221;round&#8221; hover_background_color=&#8221;custom&#8221; hover_custom_background=&#8221;#F9FFC1&#8243; el_id=&#8221;Individual Therapy&#8221;]\n<h4>We offer individual therapy for:<\/h4>\n<p><strong>\u00a0 \u00a0 Adults\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0<\/strong><strong>Adolescents\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/strong><strong>Children<\/strong><\/p>\n<h4>Our therapists are experienced with:<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">Understanding and managing depression and anxiety<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">Healing from abuse and trauma<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">Coping with grief and loss<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">Moving through life transitions<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">Strengthening relationships<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">Exploring workplace and career concerns<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">Adapting to new diagnoses and disabilities<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">Dealing with addiction and dependency<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>In-person and virtual appointments available.<\/strong>[\/vc_hoverbox][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_hoverbox image=&#8221;4073&#8243; primary_title=&#8221;Marriage &amp; Couples Therapy&#8221; hover_title=&#8221;&#8221; shape=&#8221;round&#8221; hover_background_color=&#8221;custom&#8221; hover_custom_background=&#8221;#F9FFC1&#8243; el_id=&#8221;Marriage &amp; Couples Therapy&#8221;]\n<h4>Working with couples is a specialty of Samaritan Center.<\/h4>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Our therapists are experienced in guiding couples through many stages of relationships: those who are preparing for marriage or remarriage, those who are working to maintain their relationship amid the stress of parenting and careers, couples who are considering separation or divorce, couples in later life who are coping with issues of retirement and aging.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Couples of all backgrounds, faiths and lifestyles are welcome at Samaritan. We work collaboratively with couples, helping them identify and clarify their issues and set realistic goals, supporting each individual as they work toward solutions and a more satisfying relationship.<\/p>\n[\/vc_hoverbox][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_hoverbox image=&#8221;4074&#8243; primary_title=&#8221;Family Therapy&#8221; hover_title=&#8221;&#8221; shape=&#8221;round&#8221; hover_background_color=&#8221;custom&#8221; hover_custom_background=&#8221;#F9FFC1&#8243;]\n<h4>Family Counseling is a specialty at Samaritan Center.<\/h4>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Many of our staff are trained as family therapists and child specialists, and are experienced in working with the concerns that bring families to counseling. These common concerns include communication, school problems, eating issues, drug and alcohol involvement, and the symptoms of ADHD, depression and anxiety.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">We help families cope with the problems that arise in everyday life, providing practical tools and emotional support as they work through difficult times.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #f9ffc1;\">.<\/span>[\/vc_hoverbox][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;50px&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1758751677817{padding-top: 15px !important;padding-right: 35px !important;padding-bottom: 15px !important;padding-left: 35px !important;background-color: #F9FFC1 !important;}&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1763064282201{padding-right: 10px !important;padding-left: 10px !important;}&#8221;]\n<h4>Helpful Info to Start With:<\/h4>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Be sure to check with your insurance to see if any of our therapists are covered in your plan<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Understanding your goals and preferences will help you determine whether, and how, Samaritan Center can be a fit for you in a time of distress, potential growth, or healing in your life.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Some people come with a need or expectation of a particular mode of treatment; special requests can be discussed on a case by case basis<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span>You have the right to request a Good Faith Estimate if you are uninsured or utilize self-pay. 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