Marty Driggs

I'm Marty, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with 35 years of experience that spans crisis services, inpatient mental health, community mental health administration, and private practice. I'm also a WA State Qualified Clinical Supervisor. I work with teens, adults, seniors, couples, and families — including people navigating grief and loss, physical health challenges, LGBTQIA+ experiences, relationship stress, trauma, depression, anxiety, and the transition challenges of later life. My approach is person centered, strength-based, and grounded in a genuine belief that people have more resilience than they give themselves credit for. Also — I'm a bit humorous. Therapy doesn't have to be heavy every session.

I draw from a wide range of evidence-based approaches depending on what each client needs — including CBT, DBT, EFT (especially for couples), ACT, somatic work, and trauma-focused methods. After 35 years of working in everything from acute crisis settings to community mental health, I've learned that no single approach works for everyone. What does work is building a real relationship first, understanding what you're carrying and what you're working toward, and then finding the specific tools and strategies that fit your personality and goals. I'm direct when it's helpful, flexible when it isn't, and always genuinely curious about what makes you tick.

The first session is mostly conversation — I'll ask about what brought you here, what you've already tried, and what you're hoping will be different. I'll also ask about your strengths and what's working in your life, because that's always part of the picture. I'm not going to throw a lot of homework at you on day one. I want to get to know you first. By the end of the session, we'll have a shared sense of direction and you'll have a real feel for whether working together makes sense. Free 15-minute consultation available before you book — just call or email.