Main Office - Lacey

Works with ages: TBA

Specialties & Interests: TBA

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Athena Grijalva is a highly skilled and experienced Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), fully licensed in Washington State, with an impressive 28-year career dedicated to providing compassionate and effective therapy for individuals, couples, and families. Serving adults, teens, and children, Athena is committed to empowering her clients, strengthening their competencies, and fostering collaboration to achieve positive, lasting change.
In recent years, Athena has honed her expertise in Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), addressing a growing need for specialized care in this area. Her passion for supporting clients with ADHD underscores her commitment to evolving and expanding her clinical knowledge to meet diverse needs.
Athena is also an approved Clinical Supervisor, guiding and mentoring associate marriage and family therapists, mental health counselors, and social workers. Her supervisory approach emphasizes building capable, confident clinicians who are well-prepared for the complexities of their practice. She brings rich insights gained from her extensive experience across various clinical settings, including private practice, community agencies, and crisis intervention clinics, where she has worked with youth, young adults, couples, and families.
Beyond her clinical practice, Athena has extended her impact over the past two years as a contracted trainer with the Washington State Department of Enterprise Services. In this role, she delivers dynamic "Express, Appreciate, and Retain" training, focused on applying the Languages of Appreciation in the Workplace. Her engaging workshops aim to help state employees and agencies build people-centered, vibrant, and engaging workplaces by cultivating a culture of appreciation and addressing common barriers to workplace satisfaction and retention.
Athena’s career reflects her deep dedication to helping others—whether through therapy, supervision, or workplace training—empowering individuals and organizations alike to thrive and reach their fullest potential. 

Works with ages: 18yrs+

Specialties & Interests: Life transitions, relationships.

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I am a wife and mother of three children.  My family is very active in sports and the performing arts.  My husband and I play softball competitively, playing locally and traveling around the US to compete in various tournaments.  I spend a lot of time along the soccer sidelines cheering my two younger kids on as well as in theaters and other venues cheering on my oldest daughter as she dances in competitions, local events, and recitals.  You will also find me at band and choir concerts throughout the school year.

I have an eclectic approach to therapy.  I tailor therapy to each individual, combining a variety of techniques and modalities to address each individual’s unique needs, experiences and goals. 

If you would like to resolve or more effectively manage current or past difficulties and stressors, are going through life changes, noticing a decline in your emotional and mental well-being, or desire to improve your relationships (personal, family, social, or professional), I would love to work with you on your road to positive change and a happier, more fulfilling future.

Works with ages: 25yrs+

Specialties & Interests: LGBTQIA+, kink, PTSD, trauma, grief, Depression, and anxiety. 

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Hello, I am Amy, and my focus is on working one-on-one with adults (25yo+). I work with: The queer community, transgender, and gender non-conforming individuals, as I feel that they are not only under served, but are often poorly served. The ethically non-monogamous and the kink community. Clients with substance use issues. Those struggling to manage mental illness such as depression or anxiety. People whose issues stem from PTSD, trauma, or grief. Giving witness and presence to pain helps facilitate a space in which people can heal. Experience has taught me that where you discover joy and passion, you also find a well to draw upon for wisdom. My focus is on calling forth your authentic self and bringing out the strengths you naturally possess. I bring an open mind to my sessions; I understand that my stories will never parallel those of every client. I have a wealth of life experience – enough to be confident that, working together, we can bring about profound personal growth. The goal is to see you not simply survive but thrive. 

Works with ages: 18yrs +

Specialties & Interests: LGBTQIA2+, sex therapy, chronic illness, depression, anxiety, trauma, and grief/loss.

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Hi there, I'm Chloe. I enjoy working with individuals who are interested in personal growth, healing, and self-discovery. I'm here to be your co-pilot on that journey. I often work with folks in the queer community as well as people experiencing depression, anxiety, and PTSD.I received my certificate in sex therapy from Antioch University Seattle where I focused on helping those struggling with sexual identity/ gender identity, sexual functionality, and those navigating non-monogamous, polyamourous relationships. As someone with a chronic illness, I understand and treat the rarely-discussed impacts of medical trauma and navigating difficult and isolating medical systems. My approach to therapy includes person-centered therapy, somatic therapy, CBT, and feminist theory. I look forward to meeting you!

Works with ages: 10yrs +

Specialties & Interests: School aged children, adults, and elderly adults. Specialties: depression, anxiety, stress management, life transitions, chronic illness, trauma, self-esteem, grief.  

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I’m a compassionate, bilingual Spanish-speaking Associate Therapist who provides a warm, supportive, and judgment-free space for preteens, adolescents, and adults. My approach is person-centered and trauma-informed, incorporating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy to help clients navigate challenges, build confidence, and develop meaningful coping skills. I believe in meeting each client where they are and honoring their unique experiences, strengths, and goals. 

Works with ages: 18yrs +

Specialties & Interests: Serving mothers and parents through the pre and postpartum periods, as well as other people navigating depression, anxiety, grief, life transitions, and LGBTQIA+ individuals seeking a supportive and affirming space. 

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Hi, I'm Emily! I'm a graduate of Seattle University''s Master's in CLinical Mental Health Counseling prgram. My approach to therapy is grounded in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), which focuses on heling you make room for difficult thoughts and emotions while moving toward the people, values, and life experiences that matter most to you. 

I believe therapy isn't about forcing yourself to think positively or getting rid of every difficult thought or feeling. Instead, we'll work together to understand what's showing up, find ways to respond to it with more flexibility, and help you move toward the life you actually want.

Our relationship is at the heart of this process. I aim to create a space where you feel genuinely seen, respected, and supported with warmth and authenticity.

Outside of therapy, I live in Olympia with my husband, daughter, and dog. When I’m not working or spending time with family, I love exploring new coffee shops, hunting for good books, and going on weekend adventures around the Sound.

Works with ages: 3yrs +

Specialties & Interests: Anxiety, Obsessive Compulsive Disorders, Eating Disorders, Depression,

Trauma, ADHD, Bipolar, Schizophrenia and Psychosis. Additionally life challenges including divorce, separation, infidelity and high anxiety relationships. Along with these things childhood challenges such as separation anxiety, social challenges and children

coping with parental divorce. I welcome individuals from the LGBTQIA population and those who are questioning.

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I am creative, empathic, inspired and willing to listen to the most challenging situations. I

bring with me more than 25 years of experience in the field of mental health. I am here

to provide a unique experience and a way forward for those who feel stuck. Additionally

I bring the perspective of someone who is lived, devoted to my clients and willing to look

beyond the surface.

Works with ages: 10yrs +

Specialties & Interests: Trauma, Family dynamics, life transitions, grief and self-esteem.

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Hi! I’m Emilee (she/her). I am currently pursuing my master’s degree in Couples and Family Therapy at Seattle University. I earned my bachelor’s degree in psychology and have developed a strong passion for helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life’s challenges, relationships, and healing journey. 

I believe therapy should be a space where people feel safe, supported, and genuinely understood. I especially enjoy working with adolescents and young adults and their families as they navigate identity, relationships, self-worth, emotional healing, and major life transitions. I value approaching people with curiosity, compassion, and authenticity, while understanding the impact that relationships, family systems, culture, and life experiences have on emotional well-being. 

My therapeutic approach is collaborative, relational, and client centered. I draw from Emotionally Focused Therapy, Solution- Focused Therapy, and Person-Centered therapy to help clients better understand themselves and strengthen relationships and build on the strengths they already possess. I believe healing happens through connection, self-awareness and creating a space where clients feel empowered to grow and move towards meaningful change. 

Outside of therapy, I enjoy spending time with loved ones, exploring new coffee shops and restaurants, community involvement, music, and activities that support connection and personal growth. 

Works with ages: TBD

Specialties & Interests: Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing

(EMDR), Person Centered Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Military, First Responders, Trauma, Grief.

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I am a practicum student in the Master of Arts in Counseling program at Saint Martin’s University, with a dual focus on Clinical Counseling and Marriage and Family Counseling.I was a career military service member and have finally been able to pursue my passion for helping others work through their stuck points and life challenges. As a great listener with years of experience supporting people through trauma, grief, and loss, I will create a safe space for you to feel comfortable opening up and working through the deepest, most personal challenges you face day to day. I come from a judgment-free background and am here to help you, regardless of your culture or background, in the safe space we will build together.When I’m not focused on growing as a therapist or helping a client, I’m usually spending time with one of my two kiddos, supporting their passions in volleyball, football, wrestling, track, or Scouting USA. Sometimes you’ll find me with my wife of over 29 years, simply enjoying each other's company. We love traveling together, especially on cruises. I have 2 dogs and 2 cats at home, and I enjoy sharing adventures with them.