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Steffen Counseling Services Individual and Couples Therapy in Seattle, WA
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Low cost intern therapy available Scheduling is easy, and can be done online.

At Steffen Counseling Services we believe that therapy should be an affordable, accessible part of your regular self care routine. We offer individual, couples, family therapy, sex therapy, and EMDR services, ranging in cost from $65-$200 per hour, and we are fully telehealth so that you can attend from the comfort of your own couch. In 2-3 minutes you can have your first session scheduled, and a new self care practice to look forward to.

Wondering whether anxiety may be affecting your postpartum experience? This blog post, which includes a short self-refle...
09/29/2026

Wondering whether anxiety may be affecting your postpartum experience? This blog post, which includes a short self-reflection quiz, covers common experiences associated with postpartum anxiety.

This is not a diagnostic tool. If your answers concern you or anxiety is interfering with your daily life, consider talking with a qualified mental health professional.

Take our postpartum anxiety quiz to reflect on common symptoms like excessive worry, intrusive thoughts, and difficulty relaxing. Learn when to seek support.

Bipolar disorder is a real, treatable mental health condition that affects mood, energy, activity levels, sleep, and dai...
09/28/2026

Bipolar disorder is a real, treatable mental health condition that affects mood, energy, activity levels, sleep, and daily functioning. Yet misconceptions about bipolar disorder can make it difficult for people to recognize symptoms, seek help, or talk openly about what they are experiencing. Understanding Bipolar Disorder is a fuller picture: bipolar disorder does not define a person.

With appropriate treatment, education, and ongoing support, many people with bipolar disorder are able to manage their symptoms and build meaningful, fulfilling lives.
https://www.steffencounselingservices.com/understanding-bipolar-disorder/

Understand Bipolar Disorder, common symptoms, treatment, and the role of therapy. Discover how compassionate support can help reduce stigma and promote well-being.

Religion can provide meaning, community, and connection. But for some people, religious experiences can also involve fea...
09/27/2026

Religion can provide meaning, community, and connection. But for some people, religious experiences can also involve fear, shame, control, rejection, or abuse. These experiences can have lasting effects on emotional well-being, relationships, identity, and a person’s sense of safety. This is sometimes referred to as religious trauma.

Learn about religious trauma, common signs and symptoms, and how therapy can help you heal, rebuild self-trust, set boundaries, and explore your identity.

The conversation about mental health has opened up in recent years, and that’s something to celebrate. Still, one topic ...
09/25/2026

The conversation about mental health has opened up in recent years, and that’s something to celebrate. Still, one topic continues to carry quiet shame and mixed feelings: psychiatric medication such as antidepressants, mood stabilizers, and antipsychotics.

Maybe you’ve asked yourself “Am I weak for needing medication?” or “Shouldn’t I be able to manage this on my own?” If so, you’re not alone. These questions come up often in therapy, especially here in the Pacific Northwest, where resilience and self-reliance run deep.

Learn how psychiatric medication and therapy can work together to support your mental health and reduce stigma around getting help

Codependency can make relationships feel confusing, exhausting, or one-sided. You may find yourself constantly putting o...
09/25/2026

Codependency can make relationships feel confusing, exhausting, or one-sided. You may find yourself constantly putting other people’s needs first, feeling responsible for their emotions, struggling to say no, or losing touch with your own needs.

Caring deeply for others is not unhealthy. However, relationships can become difficult when your sense of worth, safety, or identity depends on taking care of someone else. Recognizing these patterns is an important first step toward healthier relationships and a stronger relationship with yourself.

Learn to recognize codependency, understand its roots, set healthier boundaries, and build more balanced relationships with support from therapy.

There are (at Least!) 48 Treatment Options for Chronic Depression: Here’s Where to Find Them All!
09/24/2026

There are (at Least!) 48 Treatment Options for Chronic Depression: Here’s Where to Find Them All!

Nothing about depression is easy. It just means that even on your worst days, there's probably something you can do.That's why I wrote We Get Better: 48 Treatment Options for Chronic Depression.

If you or someone you love is living with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), you may find yourself asking “Is OCD cura...
09/22/2026

If you or someone you love is living with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), you may find yourself asking “Is OCD curable?”

The good news is that OCD is highly treatable, and many people experience significant improvement with appropriate treatment. While there is no guaranteed permanent cure for OCD, evidence-based treatments can help reduce symptoms and teach you how to respond differently to intrusive thoughts and compulsive urges.

With the right support, OCD does not have to control your daily life.

Is OCD curable? Learn how OCD is treated, how ERP therapy can help, and how Steffen Counseling Services can support you on the path toward recovery.

How much privacy should partners have? Is keeping a dating profile active a problem? What counts as cheating online? Sho...
09/21/2026

How much privacy should partners have? Is keeping a dating profile active a problem? What counts as cheating online? Should couples share passwords or locations? And is it healthy to turn to AI for relationship advice?

Technology has changed the way we meet people, communicate, and maintain relationships. Dating apps make it easier to connect with potential partners. Social media keeps us connected throughout the day. And artificial intelligence (AI) has introduced entirely new ways to seek information, advice, and even emotional support. For couples, these changes can create new opportunities for connection. But they can also create questions that previous generations never had to navigate surrounding digital boundaries in relationships.

https://www.steffencounselingservices.com/ai-dating-apps-digital-boundaries-relationships/

Learn how AI, dating apps, social media, and digital boundaries can affect relationships—and how couples can build trust, communication, and healthier boundaries.

Depression and ADHD can look surprisingly similar. Difficulty concentrating, low motivation, forgetfulness, trouble comp...
09/19/2026

Depression and ADHD can look surprisingly similar. Difficulty concentrating, low motivation, forgetfulness, trouble completing tasks, and reduced productivity can occur with either condition. This overlap can make it difficult to understand what is really going on, and sometimes a person may experience both.

Understanding the differences between depression vs ADHD can be an important first step toward finding appropriate support. While online information cannot replace a professional evaluation, recognizing common patterns can help you know what to discuss with a qualified mental health professional.

Depression vs ADHD can be difficult to distinguish. Learn the key differences, overlapping symptoms, and when to seek professional support.

Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) is a therapeutic approach designed to help interrupt that cycle. Have you ever be...
09/18/2026

Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) is a therapeutic approach designed to help interrupt that cycle. Have you ever been interested in this or curious about ERP? We invite you to read the remainder of our blog below, which includes more details and insight about this process!

Learn how Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) can help with OCD and anxiety by breaking cycles of compulsions, avoidance, and reassurance-seeking.

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415 1st Avenue North
Seattle, WA
98109

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 9pm
Tuesday 7am - 8pm
Wednesday 7am - 8pm
Thursday 7am - 8pm
Friday 7am - 8pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 10am - 6pm

Telephone

+12065351787

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