Contact

tita@samaritanps.org
(206) 957-4701

Locations

Samaritan - Main Office
564 NE Ravenna Blvd
Seattle, WA 98115
(206) 527-2266

Availability

Mondays – Fridays, 8:00 am – 3:00 pm
Online Therapy link:
https://zoom.us/j/5292246021?pwd=b3BENnZlVCthRDhjTjNWOXlDOTFDZz09

Maria-Teresa (Tita) Subercaseaux, MS, LMFT

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist * Certified Emotional Focused Therapist (EFT) and Supervisor * Advanced training in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy * EFT supervision

Currently not accepting new clients

Works with Individuals, Marriage & Couples, and Teletherapy
WA License #LF60143396

My approach to counseling

I do therapy in both English and Spanish. I am interested in the integration of the psychological, biological, social and spiritual influences on our well-being. From a systems perspective, I focus on the patterns of relationships of individuals and couples. I am especially sensitive to accommodating my clients’ needs and goals. I have found that Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) is especially effective in my work with couples. I can also provide Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy.

More information
EMDR:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pkfln-ZtWeY&t=201s
EFT What is Emotionally Focused Therapy (or EFT)?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xQCg-jC25fo&t=74s

I have experience in working with

Helping couples and individuals improve their communication and develop their potential so as to grow as people and in relationships.
Working with individuals and couples who are dealing with a medical condition to decrease the negative impact that it has in their lives.
Relational/marital challenges: therapy that supports those who are adjusting to major life changes and challenges, increasing their ability to cope with adversity as well as to better function at work.
Helping individuals suffering from depression, anxiety, PTSD, loss, and trauma.
Acculturation issues: therapy that supports those who are adjusting to a different culture, strengthening their natural skills and resources.
Therapists who want to increase their abilities as EFT providers and are pursuing EFT certification.

Education

M.S., Marriage and Family Therapy; Seattle Pacific University, 2006
Post-degree Certificate in Medical Family Therapy, Seattle Pacific University, 2006
B.A. in Psychology, PUC, Chile, 1995

Professional Experience

Stillwaters Counseling and Consultation 2023 – present
Samaritan Center of Puget Sound 2010 – 2023
Samaritan Low Fee Clinic Provider 2008 to 2010
Mental Health Specialist, SeaMar, 2007
Mental Health Internship with UW Family Medicine, July 2005-July 2006
Counselor, Consultorio Vitacura, Chile, 1997-1999
Counselor, Hospital Quirihue, Chile, 1995-1997

Insurance Accepted

This therapist does not bill any insurance companies as an in-network provider. Depending on your insurance plan, you may be eligible for partial out-of-network reimbursement. We recommend that you call your insurance company directly to verify whether out-of-network reimbursement is a possibility.

Make an Appointment

Samaritan Center uses an Electronic Health Records (EHR) system developed by Valant for client intake and subsequent health records management. To set up your account and schedule your appointment, follow these steps, as directed by your therapist and prompted by Valant:
  1. To begin the process, first contact the therapist by email or phone (listed on this page above) to schedule an initial conversation about fit.
  2. When prompted by an email from Valant, set up your patient portal account using a validation code provided by your therapist.
  3. Fill out your demographic/insurance information in Valant. Let your therapist know when this is complete.
  4. When prompted by an email from Valant, complete our eSignature intake packet.

NOTE: All the above steps must be completed before your first session with your therapist.

Having trouble? Read Valant's detailed instructions for setting up and using your patient portal.
For additional assistance, email patientportalhelp@samaritanps.org.
Existing client? After your patient portal is set up, you can log in here.
First telehealth session? Read Valant's detailed instructions for Teletherapy.