Family therapy and counseling in Yakima, WA

I am a licensed counselor with a Masters in Counseling. My practice is rooted in extensive experience working with diverse populations. I offer a unique blend of evidence-based and creative approaches.I specialize in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness, and Somatic interventions such as Expressive Arts.

I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and founder of Niyama Integrative Therapy. I provide trauma-informed therapy for adults navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, and complex relational patterns. Many of the clients I work with are capable and high-functioning on the outside, while internally carrying chronic stress, unresolved trauma, or emotional exhaustion. You may be navigating burnout, relationship strain, identity shifts, or long-standing family dynamics that still shape how you move through the world.

I am accepting new clients! Immediate availability!

You're the person everyone leans on, steady at work, dependable at home. But on the inside, you're battling with intrusive thoughts, panic attacks, people pleasing, or having trouble focusing. It's become too much! I’m here to tell you that not only is it okay to need help, helping people uncover what’s underneath the stress and create a life filled with joy is my jam! Together we will work to untangle those racing thoughts and patterns that keep your nervous system on high alert, then develop skills and boundaries that help you feel steadier in real life.

I've spent 15 years helping people stop circling the same patterns and actually change them. I'm warm, direct and honest - I'll hold space for your pain and challenge you to move through it. We won't just manage symptoms, we'll go deep to the root. I'll help you see yourself clearly, sit with what is hard, and build something different.

I am a marriage and family therapist that works with couples / families to help them overcome their communication challenges. I specialize in helping couples and families navigate one of the most stressful and often unspoken challenges in relationships—financial strain. Money issues can create tension, conflict, and distance, but they don’t have to define your relationship. Together, we’ll work to understand what’s happening and develop practical, lasting solutions that fit your family. I am also extremely capable at helping with the additional relationship struggles of couples & families.

I also work extensively with couples in premarital therapy, helping you build a strong foundation before marriage. We’ll address communication, expectations, finances, and future planning so you feel confident moving forward together.

With over 17 years of experience as a marriage and family therapist, I focus on helping you not just talk about problems—but actually make meaningful changes. I use a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Solution-Focused Therapy to help you better understand your patterns, shift unhelpful thinking, and take clear, actionable steps toward improvement.

My approach is collaborative and practical. Every couple and family is different, and my goal is to help you find solutions that work for your unique situation—not a one-size-fits-all approach.

If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or caught in recurring conflict, you don’t have to figure it out alone. Change is possible, and we can work toward it together. My goal is to help you see measurable progress—not just talk about problems.

Stimulants, Suboxone and Benzodiazepines are prescribed in this practice with DEA guidelines. Dr. Padilla is a Doctor of Nursing Practice from the New York tri-state area and has over 30 years of experience in healthcare. He treats children from 6 years old through adulthood, focusing on psychiatric medication management. He specializes in mental health and has extensive experience in the field of psychiatry. Dr. Padilla takes a “start low and go slow” approach to prescribing, paying special attention to medication potency and potential interactions with other medications prescribed by other providers. Dr. Padilla earned his Doctorate in Clinical Practice Nursing from Rutgers University–New Brunswick. He also holds bachelor’s degrees from Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, and the University of Miami, as well as an associate’s degree from Bergen Community College.

Author: WHY YOU DO THAT (amazon.com). I am a PhD level therapist with 2 masters degrees and 36 years of experience (I'm 74 years old). I wrote the book that helps people understand themselves, their relationships, and their past and present family functioning. I am licensed in both Colorado and Washington State. Areas: Individual/Couples/Family Therapy specializing in personality and behavior, difficult relationships and/or family functioning, stress, substance, depression, anxiety, etc. I was a licensed supervisor training other therapists for years in Texas. Therapy with me is very different from other therapists. You can put yourself into my schedule for Thursdays or call/email me for Mondays or Tuesdays: Cell: 214-448-5432; Email: [email protected].

My passion is to help individuals who are stuck in life's transitions move into a productive space. I have over seven years of experience working with adults, couples, and adolescents impacted by stress, anxiety, life transitions, work-related challenges, lack of fulfillment, and depression. I have advanced training in EMDR, trauma-based care, and relationship dynamics. I look forward to working with you.