Couples therapists in Seattle, WA

Smart Duru is psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with over 10 years of combined healthcare experience. He attended University of Derby, England for a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing and a master’s in psychiatric mental health nursing with Distinction. Smart Duru obtained a Master of Science Degree with specialization in Psychiatry mental health Nurse Practitioner. He has extensive experience in Mental health, Primary care, Sub/Post-Acute Care, Long Term Care, Correctional Medicine, and Family Medicine.

Are you looking for a cheerleader or a therapist who is willing to challenge you directly? My background in competitive athletics, therapeutics, and sport psychology all contribute to how I approach clients.

I have a background in youth and young adults ages 10-24 with trauma. I have worked with military adult populations for 6 years. I have 10 years experience in sport psychology, working with athletes and their parents. I specialize in LGBTQ+, and identify as gay.

I truly believe in everyone finding the RIGHT fit therapist. Feel free to contact me and let's find out, together, if this could be a great fit.

Amy Harp is a dedicated mental‐health therapist who graduated in 2006 and has been honing her practice across a variety of clinical settings ever since. She specializes in supporting both teens and adults, bringing a compassionate, trauma‐informed approach to the treatment of anxiety, depression, and family‐related stress. Over the years, Amy has also taught parenting classes, helping families build healthier communication patterns and resilience. Her blend of solid academic training, diverse professional experience, and genuine love for guiding individuals through life’s challenges makes her a trusted partner for anyone seeking meaningful, personalized care.

Starting therapy can feel like a big step—whether you’re new to counseling or returning after past experiences. Maybe you already know your goals, or perhaps you just know something needs to change. You might be facing relationship challenges, stress, or uncertainty about what comes next. Therapy is a safe space to slow down, sort through what feels overwhelming, and gain clarity. Together, we’ll explore your needs and create a plan that helps you move toward greater confidence, healthier connections, and a more fulfilling life.

I work hard to be clinically informed and Christ centered in all that I do with my clients.

Patricia A. Shepard is a dedicated Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW)

with a wealth of experience providing direct therapeutic services to diverse populations.

With advanced degrees in Social Work and Child Development, she is skilled in

conducting complex bio-psychosocial and diagnostic assessments for children,

adolescents, and adults. Ms. Shepard provides individualized, evidence-based treatment

for individuals, couples, and groups, addressing a broad range of behavioral health

challenges including post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, anxiety,

adjustment disorder and grief. Her clinical practice is grounded in a variety of proven

modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy

(CPT), and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT).

Throughout her career, Ms. Shepard has demonstrated a profound commitment to

patient care within demanding environments, including military and outpatient settings.

She has served as a primary therapist in Embedded Behavioral Health clinics,

supported the Family Behavioral health Clinic, and provided on-call crisis support for

hospital emergency rooms. A core component of her work involves developing and

monitoring individualized treatment plans to ensure measurable progress and positive

outcomes for her clients. By providing specialized, person-centered counseling and

intervention, Ms. Shepard empowers her clients to achieve recovery and wellness.