Counseling Services

Counseling is for everybody. From ages 6 to 106+, our licensed therapists offer strength-based, trauma-informed approaches to help you understand yourself and gain skills to manage life’s challenges.

Since the beginning of the pandemic, our communities’ need for mental health support and substance use services has skyrocketed, leading us to adjust by increasing our offerings to provide these critical services to all ages, Y members, and non-members of King County. If you’ve felt isolated, depressed, or anxious during the pandemic, now is the time to contact us. At the Y, our therapists are here to help you care for your whole self with issues such as:

• Stress, anxiety, and depression
• Family and relationship issues
• Grief, loss, and other life transitions
• Substance use and addiction 
• Self-harm
• Gender identity 
• Body image
• Conflict resolution
• Court requirements related to mental health or substance use
• Foster support
• Adoption support

Payment Options and Financial Assistance

Counseling is a critical part of healthcare and all people deserve access. We accept Medicaid and cash payments as well as offer financial aid using a sliding scale which allows everyone to have affordable access to services.

Therapists at the Y can provide support, problem-solving skills, and enhanced coping strategies for issues like depression, anxiety, relationship troubles, trauma, unresolved childhood issues, systemic racism, grief, stress management, increased substance use, body image issues, and creative blocks.   

Many people also find that therapists can be an asset in managing personal growth, interpersonal relationships, family concerns, marriage issues, and the conflicts of daily life. Therapists can provide a fresh perspective on a difficult problem and help point you towards a solution. The benefits you obtain from counseling include:

• Attaining a better understanding of yourself, your goals, and values
• Developing skills for improving your relationships
• Begin healing from substance use
• Healing from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)  
• Finding resolution to the issues and/or concerns that led you to seek therapy
• Learning new ways to cope with stress and anxiety
• Managing anger, grief, depression, and other emotional pressures  
• Improving interpersonal communication and listening skills 
• Changing old behavior patterns and developing new ones 
• Discovering new ways to solve problems in your family and/or marriage
• Improving your self-esteem and boosting self-confidence

What if I'm not sure I need counseling?

Find out if you might benefit from counseling. Learn about the common warning signs and risk factors for emotional distress that children, teens, adults, and first responders often experience. Learn More >

I want to refer someone for counseling, can I share their information?

Anyone can apply for services or make a referral for someone that you care about. Of course, make sure they know you made the referral both to show your care for them and also so they know why they are getting a call from the Y.

Contact Us 

For more information, call us during business hours at 206-382-5340 or send us an email counseling@seattleymca.org

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