Marisa Hendrickson, Trauma therapist in WA
out of the dark and into the light.
Do you feel trapped by your thoughts and emotions?
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of Washington. I provide in-person and virtual therapy to residents all over the state. Through modalities that address your automatic responses and negative habits, I can guide you to a new way of interacting in your life.
Working with me is…
Compassionate
First and foremost I am a great listener. With deep empathy I will validate your experiences and reinforce the encouragement you need to hear.
Educational
It is my goal to empower and educate you with the tools you need to live a better, happier life. I will share resources and further reading if desired.
Practical
I understand that life is challenging and demanding. We will choose homework and action steps based on your readiness and ability to implement change on your schedule.
Collaborative
No one knows you better than yourself, together we will determine the direction of therapy and choose what is the right approach for you.
Anxiety
Depression
Trauma
Credentials
education + licensure
M.A. in Professional Mental Health Counseling from Lewis and Clark Graduate School of Counseling and Education
B.A. in Psychology from the University of Oregon
Substance Abuse Prevention Certificate of Concentration
Washington State License LH60881173
training + experience
Practical Strategies for Complex PTSD
Brief Dynamic Psychotherapy
Depth Hypnosis
Practical Theology
School-Based Counseling in Rural Communities
Group Practice Greater Seattle Area
Private Practice in-person and online
what it’s like in session
When we are constantly under pressure, expected to perform all hours of the day, and not allowed to experience our emotions, our bodies have to find new ways to communicate with us.
After a traumatic incident, our younger selves become sensitive for any sign of the previous distress and enact coping strategies in order to mitigate further harm.
Unfortunately, these coping strategies are not usually helpful to the present time and moment. Feeling a rush of nervous energy in the face of a fire would be a helpful adaptation to notify you of danger and get you to run. However, having anxiety at the thought of going to work every day is not helpful.
Many people are unaware that they are responding from, or experiencing, trauma responses in the moment.
When you are able to respond to your environment from the present, rather than being triggered by a trauma of the past, you will gain back control over your life.
Therapy can help.
