Find a therapist in Bellevue, WA — covered by insurance

I help adults navigating co-occurring mental health and substance use concerns who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or caught in patterns that are no longer working. Many of my clients are dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship stress, recovery challenges, or feeling disconnected from themselves and others.

Dr. Chika Galega-Sabum, is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner currently accepting patients aged 5 and older. She holds a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) from the University of Cincinnati and has a background in psychology. Dr. Galega-Sabum specializes in Medication Management, Psychiatric Evaluations, Psychotherapy, Anxiety, ADHD, Depression, Trauma, Substance Use Disorders, Alcohol Dependency, Grief, Eating Disorders, and Survivors of Sexual, Physical, and Emotional Abuse and more. She takes a holistic, evidence-based approach, addressing both symptoms and underlying causes of mental health and substance use concerns. Committed to personalized, patient-centered care, she works closely with individuals to develop treatment plans tailored to their unique needs and lifestyles. Passionate about mental health and addiction recovery, Dr. Galega-Sabum is dedicated to empowering individuals on their path to wellness and healing.

I provide warm, empathetic, neurodiversity affirming, and trauma-informed care focused in supporting women, queer, and non-binary individuals to heal the root cause of nervous system dysregulation.

This may be a good fit if you are someone who...

• has done years of personal growth work but still feels emotionally reactive in certain moments
• understands your patterns intellectually, but your nervous system hasn’t fully caught up
• values spirituality, mindfulness, or meditation, but still feels emotionally stuck
• longs for deeper authenticity in relationships
• wants therapy to be experiential, not just analytical
• is functioning well externally while privately carrying old emotional burdens

Please note: I am not accepting cis-male clients at this time.

If you are looking for someone to help you sort through an issue or situation, I have been accompanying people on their personal journeys for 15 years. I believe deeply that part of how we navigate life is by being seen and heard well. Whether you are going through a transition personally or professionally, wanting some insight into a situation or feeling, and/or facing an obstacle to growth, we can work together to bring some sense of resolution to your immediate issue. As Therapist (I am also a Certified Life Coach), I work in Shorter Term Solution Focused ways to accompany you in the next step of being your best Self. I have MA in Counseling Psychology from The Seattle School of Theology and Psychology and a BA in Psychology from Wheaton College. I am also a Certified Life Coach.

Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or weighed down by life’s challenges? I offer a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere where you can feel heard, safe, and supported. With over 11 years of experience, I’ve had the privilege of walking alongside individuals facing depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, relationship issues, and major life transitions.

Outside of therapy, I find joy in my faith, time with family and friends, attending church, and camping. As a former foster parent and adoptive mom, I bring deep empathy and lived experience into my work with families and individuals navigating complex emotional landscapes.

I'm a holistic practitioner who considers a whole person perspective. I originally graduated from Aspen University in 2019 with my Masters in Psychology and Addiction studies. Then I pursued my Doctorate degree in Metaphysical Humanism with a specialization in Kvantum Energy Healing ftom the International Church of Metaphysical Humanism as well as became a clinical Hypnotherapist from the Hypnosis Motivation Institute.

Laurel Madson-Lawson, owner of Losninger Counseling, received her Bachelor of Science in Environment & Behavior in 1996. She graduated from St. Martin’s University with her Marriage & Family Counseling

Degree in 2018. Laurel has worked as a teacher, artist, mom, and business owner.

She is trained in FFT Functional Family Therapy and has extensive

training from her work as Facility Coordinator and Therapist at Center for

Discovery in Tacoma and Bellevue, WA. Laurel has experience in Residential facilities as well as Outpatient facilities for recovery. She trained at MultiCare in Community Mental Health. EMDR Certified.

• Outstanding Patient Reviews - Google reviews (Access Psych Meds)
• Experienced Mental Health Provider (13 years) assisting clients with ADHD (adult) Anxiety Depression Chronic Pain Chronic Sleep problems Mood disorder PTSD: Military combat, childhood & sexual trauma Alcohol Use Disorder
• Dual Master’s Prepared
• ANCC Dual Board Certified - Psych Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Clinical Nurse Specialist
• Veteran 22 yrs retired US Navy Commander/O-5
• Licensed in 5 States - AZ, CA, OR, MD, WA

I am a dual-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Family Nurse Practitioner. This means I am trained to treat both physical health and mental health. WIN-WIN! I started off as a combat medic in the Army and after my enlistment went back to school for nursing. I have been in the nursing field for nearly 20 years, a nurse practitioner for six years and working in addiction medicine and mental health, specifically, for over the last two years. This is my PASSION and I feel like I am saving people’s lives while also treating them with kindness and compassion.