LSWAIC, SUDPT
Saint is currently accepting new clients!
In network with Premera, Lifewise, Kaiser
Out Of Network rate - $140 per 55 minute individual session.

What’s good?! How Y'all doing?
My name is St.Ennah Akudihor but you can call me Saint for short. I am originally from down south New Orleans, Louisiana but moved to Seattle in 2017. I am black, specifically of Nigerian Descent. I identify as queer and also non binary, specifically agender and genderfluid and polyamorous.

My practice is grounded in creating a space you can come in to be your authentic true self. Within my therapeutic space, I acknowledge that trauma has impacted us in one way or another, so being intentional about creating a trauma informed space is vital. When it comes to my practice, I keep in mind that our society, systems in our society, institutions, our identities, and our various communities and interpersonal relationships influence our perspective and the way we move through life.

I work with Adults and youth (+13). I thrive most when I am serving queer and trans, black, and brown communities. I like to think about myself as a relational therapy who supports clients process different events and struggles that come up in life. I provide LGBTQIA+ affirming mental health therapy. I also bring in an afrocentric perspective into my work as a way to work towards decolonizing our minds and bodies in the way we think. I provide support around topics such as anxiety, depression, trauma, race, gender, sexuality, navigating relationships, navigating interpersonal conflicts. I draw from different modalities which includes CBT. Acceptance and Commitment Theory, Intersectional Feminism, Systems Theory, and Relational Cultural Theory, and Racialized Trauma Healing, which I am currently learning more about. I am also an artist outside of being a therapist so I plan to explore ways to incorporate art into my practice.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

I received a B.S. in Petroleum Engineering from Louisiana State University. I then completed my Masters in Social Work (MSW) from the University of Washington in 2022. Now you may be wondering…that's quite the switch. Yes! Yes, it is! For me I realized that I did not want to be a part of an industry with so many negative impacts to communities globally.

I have been in the social service field since 2015. I have worked as a CNA, behavioral specialist, youth counselor, intake specialist, housing case manager, and since May 2022 a mental health therapist. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate (61306200). As a therapist with an associate license, I receive clinical supervision from Carrie Pope, LICSW Credential Number LW60640903.

VALUES

As a black non binary therapist, I value creating a space to be vulnerable: a space where you are seen as your authentic self, a space to be able to grow and heal on your life journey.

Let me leave you with this, you are the expert of your own life and that's something I want to honor and respect. I am here to support you with growing and healing. When you step into my space I want you to understand that you are valued. My hope is to always take a collaborative approach in your own healing journey.

LSWAIC
Valentinya is currently accepting new clients!
In network with Premera, Lifewise, Kaiser
Out Of Network rate - $140 per 55 minute session.

Valentinya identifies as an anti-authoritarian, chronically ill, white, queer, non-binary, femme. They are descendant of German and Belarusian immigrants, and currently live in Seattle on the stolen land of the Duwamish and Coast Salish Tribes.

They practice from anti-oppressive, anti-racist, harm-reduction, trauma-informed, relational-cultural, systems, and person-centered frameworks. You know you best, and their intention is to create a safe space and offer tools for you to build your self efficacy. Exploring what approach resonates with you most, Valentinya utilizes modalities and tools based in Somatics, Internal Family Systems, Attachment, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, nature and art.

They work with youth 13+ and adults across the lifespan. Valentinya provides LGBTQIA+ and gender affirming mental health therapy; they also provide support in navigating and exploring: relationship to self and others (sex and body positive, ethical non-monogamy and poly affirming), anxiety, depression, trauma, family of origin, disability, chronic-illness, grief, life transitions and challenges. They’re passionate about bringing an intersectional, anti-oppressive approach to therapy— highlighting how our relationship to ourselves, community, environment, and historical legacies impact and affect each other.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

Valentinya received their BA majoring in Counseling and Psychology, minoring in Social and Political Studies from The Evergreen State College in Olympia, WA, June 2016. They later completed their MSW with an emphasis in Integrative Health and Mental Health from the University of Washington, Seattle, WA, June 2022. As a therapist with an associate license, Valentinya receives clinical supervision from Carrie Pope, LICSW Credential Number LW60640903.

VALUES

Valentinya values authenticity, transparency, kindness, social justice, autonomy, community, sustainability, intersectionality, and reflection. Valentinya strives to identify and deconstruct with you privileges and oppressions that racism, sexism, classism, capitalism, cis-sexism, heterosexism, sizeism, ageism, ableism, xenophobia, and colonization fosters. They believe that individual justice, liberation, growth, and healing is connected to that of others and the environment.

LSWAIC

Cal is currently accepting new clients!
In network with Premera, Lifewise, Kaiser
Out of Network Rate $140 per 55 minute session.

My name is Cal, and I was born and raised in Chicago on the unceded homelands of the Ojibwe, Odawa, and Potawatomi Nations. I am a descendant of Sicilian and Irish immigrants and I identify as white, non-binary, femme, and queer. I currently live in Seattle with my partner on the stolen land of the Duwamish and Coast Salish Tribes.

I decided to become a therapist because of the insufficient LGBTQIA+ representation in the mental health field. Not only are there limited queer providers, but the field of psychology has been weaponized against the queer community historically. I acknowledge the inexcusable pain that many queer clients have experienced while attempting to seek treatment for their mental health. with a trauma informed approach that is collaborative and respectful of their identity, I meet clients who may feel mistrustful and hesitant about seeking mental health services. I believe that as a queer client, you deserve to be affirmed and treated with dignity by your provider.

Some of the approaches that I use with clients include DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy), ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy), Narrative Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing. I want clients to be able to walk away from our work together with tangible skills that they can use in their life.

I’ve worked with folks who are experiencing depression, anxiety, anger, PTSD, personality disorders, substance misuse, mood disorders, stress, and trauma. I view these experiences as reasonable outcomes to the challenges of life in this western culture, especially as marginalized people. I am also knowledgeable about the complexities of neurodivergence (including Autism and Attention Deficit Disorder) as a non-man.

I enjoy addressing interpersonal issues with clients. Humans are inherently social beings, and we thrive when our relationships with our friends, partners, co-workers, family, and other community members are happy and healthy!

Approaches that I might use while working with individuals who are struggling with interpersonal issues include applying some principles from the Gottman method, practicing interpersonal effectiveness skills from DBT, and assisting individuals in setting and maintaining personal boundaries.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING:

I graduated from Illinois State University in 2021 with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and minors in Women’s and Gender Studies and Sociology. I was then introduced to social work and I graduated with my master’s in social work from University of Illinois in 2023. During the last year of my master’s program, I worked as a counselor with an employee assistance program, primarily serving clients from international communities.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate in the state of Washington (61441076). As a therapist with an associate license, I receive clinical supervision from Carrie Pope, LICSW Credential Number LW60640903.

VALUES

My core values are based in treating others with dignity and respect, first and foremost. As a provider, I’m intentional about creating a space that people can feel safe and comfortable in.

I value cultural humility and anti-racism both in my work and my personal life. I value understanding the connections between folks physical, mental, social, and environmental health, providing effective mental health assessment and treatment. I’ll likely ask you about how various systems of oppression have impacted you and your mental health.

I value protecting individuals’ autonomy and privacy, and meeting clients with emotional support based in non-judgement and warmth. No issue is too big or too small, and no topic is off limits. I welcome you to share whatever is on your mind.

LSWAIC

Sam is accepting new clients!
In network with Premera, Lifewise, Kaiser
Out Of Network rate - $140 per 55 minute individual session and $160 per 55 minute group therapy sessions.

Sam identifies as white, queer, fat, and femme.

Sam’s practice is grounded in creating safety within the therapeutic space that is both trauma-informed and intentional. Being mindful of the many oppressive systems impacting our lives, she is passionate about bringing those into awareness while their client’s navigate healing and survival.

Sam works with youth (13+) and adults providing LGBTQIA+ affirming mental health therapy focusing anxiety, depression, chronic illness, life transitions, relationship navigation, and trauma. Drawing on different modalities including Internal Family Systems, Somatics, Mindfulness, and CBT, they works to support folks in creating both softer and stronger relationships to themselves and their communities and in feeling closer to self liberation.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

Sam received her BA in Psychology from the University of San Francisco in 2015. She completed her Masters in Social Work (MSW) from the University of Washington in 2022. Sam has experience in community mental health settings providing case management support as well as experience working in group practice settings. They are a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate (SC61324464). As a therapist with an associate license, Sam receives clinical supervision from Carrie Pope, LICSW Credential Number LW60640903.

VALUES

Sam values vulnerability, safety, connectedness, intentionality, and social justice. Sam also values using a relational and person-centered approach. She believes that we all have the inner wisdom needed for healing and liberation.

LSWAIC

Kendra is full and is not accepting new clients.
In network with Premera, Lifewise, Kaiser
Out Of Network rate - $140 per 55 minute session.

Kendra identifies as a white, cisgender, heterosexual, anti-patriarchal, and pro-environmental. She grew up in rural Oregon and now lives in Seattle where she is raising two young children.

She believes that everyone’s experience is uniquely their own and joins people on their journey of healing, growth, and self-discovery. Her areas of expertise are in intimate partner violence and sexual assault (current or past), trauma, anxiety, and life changes related to new parenthood, and parenting. She is passionate about working with individuals and who are struggling with relationships, parenting, boundaries, conflict resolution and communication. Using a trauma-informed, client-lead approach Kendra works with adults who are struggling with interpersonal relationships, new parenting, life changes, depression, trauma and anxiety.

She practices through intersectional-feminist, anti-oppressive, trauma-informed, and empowerment-based frameworks. Her approach can be described as curious, compassionate, collaborative, mindful, holistic, empowering, and client-centered. Some modalities she incorporates into her practice include DBT, mindfulness, and trauma-based approaches.

She works with people of all identities to identify and develop skills and strategies for navigating their lives amidst the cis-hetero-patriarchy, white supremacy, and misogyny, exploring the dominant cultures impact on their relationship with themselves, their friends, partners, families, and community. She is passionate about supporting people to live lives in which they are healthy, safe, happy, and thriving

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

Kendra received her BA in Human Services from Western Washington University and her Masters in Social Work from the University of Washington. She has worked in the domestic violence, sexual assault, and homelessness fields for over 15 years, first providing advocacy, crisis intervention, and case management, and then doing public policy advocacy, programming, and research focusing on client-driven advocacy and trauma-informed care. She has extensive training and experience in trauma-informed, empowerment-based, client-centered care and how systems impact individuals’ well-being, and access to resources, care, and support.

She has been working with individuals and families with children for over 15 years, having both lived and professional experience in intimate partner violence, perinatal care, and parenting young children (esp. spirited ones!).

As a therapist with an Associate level licensure, Kendra receives clinical supervision from Carrie Pope, LICSW, Credential Number LW60640903.

VALUES

Kendra values building strong, authentic relationships through transparent, accountable, direct, and empathic communication. She believes that we are all connected and that the health and happiness of each individual directly impact the overall health and well-being of our communities and the environment. She strongly believes in social, reproductive, economic, gender and racial justice.

LMHCA

Cassie is currently full and is not accepting new clients.
In network with Premera, Lifewise, Kaiser
Out Of Network rate - $140 per 55 minute individual session. $160 per 55 minute group therapy sessions.

Cassie identifies as white, super fat, queer, non-binary, neurodivergent, chronically ill, and femme. They are descended from Irish and Scottish immigrants who built their lives in New England and rural Central New York. They currently live in Seattle, paying rent directly to the Duwamish people for living on their stolen land.

They provide LGBTQIA+ mental health therapy, working with individuals across the lifespan.

They believe that the most radical thing one can do is have the courage to be imperfect. The client is the author of their own story, and the therapist can help them to edit or rewrite the chapters that challenge their ability to thrive. Cassie is a therapist who strives to understand individuals within their social context and to meet them wherever they are in their life. They believe that when an individual feels encouraged, they feel capable and appreciated, which leads to connection and cooperation in the world around them.

Finally, Cassie believes in radical body acceptance and has spent much of their career dismantling the colonized mentality of what a beautiful body is. Their expertise includes extensive work in the areas of body connection after sexual trauma, disordered eating, body dysmorphia, and dysphoria. They work with clients to eliminate generational trauma that lives in the body with a specific focus on womb healing.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

Cassie received their BA in both Anthropology and Women & Gender Studies, and their MS in Mental Health Counseling from the State University of New York College at Plattsburgh located on Lake Champlain. Their concentration was on on end-of-life acceptance and reconnecting with one’s body after sexual trauma.

They are a Licensed Mental Health Counseling Associate regulated by Washington State Credential Number MC.60325023. As a therapist with an associate license, Cassie receives clinical supervision from Carrie Pope, LICSW Credential Number LW60640903.

VALUES

Cassie values the courage to be imperfect and embraces their own mistakes on this life journey. They work hard to self-educate themselves to dismantle the lessons of oppression that they learned growing up. This work has helped them to build a practice that centers intersectionality of oppression. They have learned that to stand in their power means to encourage and support others to stand in theirs.

Agency Affiliated Counselor, Intake Coordinator

Anis IS accepting new clients.
Private Pay Only.
Out Of Network rate - $50 per 55 minute session.

Anis lives and works on Duwamish land. They identify as queer, non-binary, non-monogamous, disabled, Tsinay, and an absolute sweetheart. They decided to become a clinician to deepen their work with survivors, and they look forward to working with any client who is invested in personal and collective growth. In particular, their commitment is to survivors who are abolitionists, community organizers, and/or QTBIPOC (gaysians and theysians, say hey). They offer a therapeutic space that’s akin to time with a community auntie or a night of karaoke: a space that invites in ritual, big feels at whatever volume, and laughter.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

They earned a BA in Art from Santa Clara University and are currently enrolled in the Master of Social Work program at the University of Washington. They learn most from their QTBIPOC community. They are a fan of narrative therapy, harm reduction, and hold an intersectional feminist, anti-racist, and strengths-based approach to client work.

VALUES

Clinical spaces can and do cause clients’ harm. In their role within this system, Anis values informed consent, peer-to-peer support, and brave repair work. They value community accountability and anyone who risks social capital to say or do the necessary thing. They value complexity and conversations that trouble and expand our stories of survival. They value pleasure. They value their clients’ relationships with their ancestors, nature, and the many planes of existence. They take care to divest from thin privilege and light-skinned privilege, while acknowledging that they can never fully understand systems that unjustly benefit them.

LICSW, Clinical Supervisor

Currently accepting new Associates

Lara identifies as a white, fat, queer agender person. Their favorite question to ask is "How can we make things suck less, together?". Lara's favorite folks to work with are people impacted by systems that aren't made to support them. She loves working with folks of all identities and has particular experience supporting people who are queer, trans, non-monogamous, fat, disabled, and neurodivergent.

They practice from an anti-oppressive, feminist, relational framework; their goal is to support individuals in seeking survival and joy while experiencing the mortifying ordeal of being known. She has a collaborative model that prioritizes the therapist sharing "insider information" about different therapy approaches so each individual can choose which tools resonate with them. This results in care that incorporates tools from narrative therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and dialectical behavioral therapy. Lara is experienced in working with youth, adults, and families navigating career, chronic illness, gender-affirming medical care, eating disorder care, fertility care, and parenting.

As a clinical supervisor, Lara is passionate about helping connect the dots between mental health private practice, academic and evidence-based resources, and the informal resources that our clients bring to the table. As a clinician and a supervisor, they are just as likely to bring you a free resource, a journal article, a meme, or sometimes even all three. They are passionate about helping both clients and clinicians build joy, rest, and sustainability into life under capitalism.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

Lara is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in Washington and Idaho. They are also an approved clinical supervisor for associate level clinicians working toward licensure in Washington State.

They received their Bachelors in Social Welfare (BASW) and their Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from the University of Washington with a concentration in interpersonal practice health and mental health.

Lara is an adjunct instructor and clinical instructor at the University of Washington School of Social Work. In addition to their work with Alluvial, Lara also provides adoption home study reports for LGBTQ+ families seeking confirmatory adoption, gender-affirming care documentation, and facilitates support groups for trans and queer folks building their families via pregnancy. She has experience working in community health care, including chronic disease support, HIV clinical case management, student health services, and hospital-based outpatient care clinics. They provide training on eating disorder informed care for all bodies, queer and trans fertility and family building, the intersections of neurodivergence and gender affirming care, and making systemic change in health care.

VALUES

Lara values connection, authenticity, and community. They value imperfection, persistence, and learning together. They believe that life under racism, cisheterosexism, ableism, and capitalism is too dangerous for any of us to go it alone.

LICSW, Clinical Supervisor, Co-Founder

Practice is full. Not currently accepting new clients.

Carrie identifies as white, non-binary, femme, and queer.

They provide LGBTQIA+ mental health therapy, gender-affirming mental health therapy, and they work with individuals across the lifespan. They are focused on supporting their clients access to well-being in their bodies, minds, hearts, relationships and communities.

Their practice is intergenerational, feminist, anti-racist and relational. Their specialties are life transitions, trauma, end-of-life, grief and loss, aging, caregiver stress, chronic illness, chronic pain, disabilities, Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia, religious trauma/deconstruction, queer identity and the LGBTQ+ community, and supporting mental health (attachment, relationships, substance abuse, depression and anxiety) while navigating life challenges. They are focused on how the impacts of racism, agism, ableism, classism, misogyny & transmisogyny, anti-fat and anti-gay dominator culture impacts individuals and communities’ ability to navigate survival in this world.

They are polyam, kink, queer affirming and sex and body positive.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

Carrie is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in Washington (LICSW), Oregon (LCSW) and Nevada (LCSW). They are also an approved out-of-state telehealth provider in Florida and an approved clinical supervisor for associate level clinicians working toward licensure in Washington State.

They received their BA in Human Services from Western Washington University and went on to complete their Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from the University of Washington with a concentration in multigenerational practice.

Carrie is a contracted support group facilitator for the Center for Chronic Illness and frequently facilitates grief support groups through the Greenwood Senior Center. They have experience working in long term care settings, adult day programs, caregiver support, arts programs, and their private mental health therapy practice.

They are trained in and influenced by mindfulness therapy, EMDR, EFT, IFS, feminist therapy, narrative therapy, relational therapy, anti-racist therapy, and will collaborate with their clients to find an approach that resonates best with each person.

CERTIFICATIONS

EMDR

VALUES

Carrie values the process of unlearning. This often means the unlearning of the harmful messages that white supremacy and cis heteropatriarchy have taught to our bodies, minds, and communities and that often become internalized. They value a process of connecting to and/or rebuilding our values with compassion and care for ourselves, our communities and the natural world. They value engagement in the work of bringing those ideas, beliefs and values out of our cognitive minds and into our bodies, to become integrated beliefs about ourselves.

They are passionate about justice, about liberation, and about connection – to self, others, nature, etc.