Online therapy in Washington

Explore online therapists and medication management providers in Washington. Compare their approach and availability, then contact providers directly.
About finding online care in this state

Looking for online therapy in Washington? This page is here to help you find therapists licensed in Washington who offer virtual care, whether you live in Seattle, Spokane, Vancouver, Bellingham, the Tri-Cities, or a smaller community. Online therapy can make it easier to compare options across different parts of the state and focus on fit instead of choosing whoever is closest. You can narrow your search by specialty, therapy modality, language, age group, insurance, and whether you want a therapist or a medication management provider. Washington permits many licensed professionals to offer telehealth to patients located in the state, which makes it easier to look statewide for the right match.

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Ivy Attobra

Ivy Attobra PMHNP

PMHNP

Licensed In:
Arizona, Maryland, Washington
“I work with children ages six and older, adolescents, and adults seeking compassionate, evidence-based mental health care. I support individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, OCD, trauma, PTSD, and sleep-related concerns. Whether you're navigating a recent life challenge or managing a long-term mental health condition, I provide a welcoming, culturally sensitive environment where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered. Together, we'll create a personalized treatment plan that reflects your unique needs, strengths, and goals.”
Services:
Individual Therapy
Specialties:
Addiction · ADHD · Anger Management · Anxiety · Behavioral Issues · Bipolar Disorder · Depression · Domestic Abuse · Mood Disorders · Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) · Pregnancy, Postpartum & Perinatal Mental Health · Substance Use · Trauma & PTSD · Women’s Mental Health
Natasha Isaman

Illuminating Life Behavioral Health

PMHNP

Licensed In:
Idaho, Iowa, Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, Washington
“I work with **children, adolescents, and adults** who are experiencing a wide range of mental health concerns and are looking for compassionate, individualized care. I commonly work with clients experiencing: * Anxiety and excessive worry * Depression and mood concerns * ADHD and difficulties with attention, focus, or executive functioning * Trauma and PTSD-related symptoms * Mood instability and bipolar-spectrum concerns * Sleep difficulties and insomnia * Panic attacks and social anxiety * Obsessive-compulsive symptoms * Irritability, emotional dysregulation, and difficulty managing emotions * Stress, burnout, and life transitions * Difficulties related to relationships, school, work, or family * Other concerns affecting emotional well-being and daily functioning I also work with individuals who may have been struggling for years, as well as those who are experiencing mental health symptoms for the first time.”
Services:
Medication Management
Specialties:
ADHD · Anxiety · Bipolar Disorder · Depression · Mood Disorders · Panic · Phobias · Pregnancy, Postpartum & Perinatal Mental Health · Self-Harming · Suicidal Ideation · Women’s Mental Health
Humanistic Therapy NW

Humanistic Therapy NW

LCSW, LPC-A, LMFTA, CSWA

Licensed In:
Oregon, Washington
“We provide trauma-informed mental health services for adults, teens, families, groups, LGBTQIA2S+ folx, and neurodivergent clients across Oregon and Washington. Our clinicians use evidence-based approaches such as CBT, DBT, ACT, IFS, motivational interviewing, and relational/family systems therapy while tailoring care to each client’s unique needs and goals.”
Services:
Family Therapy, Group Therapy, Individual Therapy, Teen Therapy
Specialties:
ADHD · Anxiety · Autism · Bipolar Disorder · Body Dysmorphia · Depression · Dissociative Disorders · Gender Identity · Grief · Highly Sensitive People (HSP) · Life Transitions · Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) · Panic · Personality Disorders · Psychosis · Self-Harming · Suicidal Ideation · Trauma & PTSD
Anne W Taylor

AW Taylor Counseling & Art Therapy

LPC, LMHC, ATR

Licensed In:
Oregon, Washington
“Therapy is a collaborative journey where I meet you exactly where you are, offering support and guidance as you reconnect with your strengths and reshape your narrative. I work with adults who are ready to create meaningful, sustainable change in their lives. I believe every person possesses unique strengths and inner wisdom that can be harnessed to overcome challenges and navigate life's transitions.”
Services:
Individual Therapy
Specialties:
Addiction · Anxiety · Attachment · Depression · Life Transitions · Older Adults & Aging · Trauma & PTSD
Dr. Melissa Lavin

Lavin Psychology Services, PLLC

PsyD

Licensed In:
Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, DC, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
“I work with children, adolescents, adults, and families (ages 10 to 90) from all walks of life facing a variety of psychological concerns. My specialty is childhood trauma and its adult manifestations (anxiety, depression, grief/loss, self-doubt/esteem, identity issues, stress, relationship difficulties, & parenting). I'm certified in advance nutritional integrative medicine for mental health (holistic plans of supplements, vitamins, and food). I provide sports psychology therapy for pro-athletics, as well as consultation services for other leading professionals. I enjoy providing unconditional support and skills tailored to each individual's needs.”
Services:
Child Therapy, Family Therapy, Individual Therapy, Parenting Therapy, Teen Therapy
Specialties:
Anxiety · Bipolar Disorder · Chronic Pain and Illness · Depression · Divorce · Domestic Abuse · Eating Disorders · Gender Identity · Grief · Life Transitions · Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) · Older Adults & Aging · Panic · Personality Disorders · Phobias · Pregnancy, Postpartum & Perinatal Mental Health · Relationship Issues · Self Esteem · Self-Harming · Sexual Abuse · Suicidal Ideation · Trauma & PTSD · Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) · Women’s Mental Health
Megan Hoback

Lumina Counseling

LMFT

Licensed In:
Washington
“I provide tailored guidance for couples who are seeking deeper connection, support through relational strain, or those seeking premarital counseling preparation through a non-religious lens. I also provide therapy for individuals ages 15 and older who are navigating challenges with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, childhood attachment wounds, or relational challenges, and families working to rebuild communication and boundaries. My approach is highly tailored, thoughtful, and grounded in the belief that each person deserves work that honors the nuances of their internal world. My practice is a safe, affirming space for all clients, including those within the LGBTQIA+ community.”
Services:
Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, Individual Therapy
Specialties:
ADHD · Anxiety · Attachment · Codependency · Depression · Life Transitions · Relationship Issues · Self Esteem · Women’s Mental Health
Robin DeBates

Philly Geek Therapy

LCSW, PHMPNP-BC

Licensed In:
New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Washington
“I'm a geeky/nerdy/anti-authoritarian with 20+ years of clinical social work with newly acquired psych nurse practitioner super powers in NJ, PA, and WA. I really love to support people who have had a hard time: --managing the impact of poor communication or therapeutic ruptures with previous providers, medical trauma, involuntary hospitalization or forced medication experiences --being afraid of judgment for less-healthy coping strategies like self harm or substance use --worrying about being dismissed because of weight or history/current sex work --experiencing existential angst or lack of meaning/purpose Scheduling new patient meet and greets and intakes within 1-2 weeks. Economic justice based fee schedule. Ages 13+. My collaborating physician in NJ/PA is a board certified child/adolescent and adult psychMD, so I'm looking forward to adding services for pre-teens/children in the fall.”
Services:
Individual Therapy, Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP), Medication Management
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Dr. Lindsey Hovan

Atlas Behavioral Health

PsyD

Licensed In:
Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, DC, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
“In addition to depression, anxiety, work stress, life transitions, and relationship challenges, I also specialize in: - History of trauma and its impact on sense of self, attachment, and relational patterns - Distress related to caregiving - Reproductive Mental Health (including fertility, perinatal, and postpartum)”
Services:
Individual Therapy
Specialties:
Anxiety · Attachment · Caregiver Support · Grief · Life Transitions · Perfectionism · Relationship Issues · Self Esteem · Sexual Abuse · Trauma & PTSD · Women’s Mental Health
Licensed In:
California, Idaho, Utah, Washington
“Do you feel like you're easily overwhelmed, not good enough, or feel like a burden on others? Perhaps you ruminate on fears of the future or dismiss your needs so that you don't lose relationships. I work with people who are struggling with anxious thoughts, chronic illness and/or pain, and symptoms related to previously traumatic events and experiences. These can show up as overwhelming emotions, fears of abandonment, or physical and emotional shut down. Many of my clients are living with a chronic illness and trying to navigate the loss of a pre-diagnosis life in the hopes of gaining a better understanding of a post-diagnosis identity.”
Services:
Child Therapy, Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, Individual Therapy, Teen Therapy
Specialties:
Anxiety · Attachment · Cancer · Chronic Pain and Illness · Codependency · Depression · Highly Sensitive People (HSP) · Life Transitions · Panic · Perfectionism · Relationship Issues · Self Esteem · Sexual Abuse · Substance Use · Trauma & PTSD · Women’s Mental Health
Martha Linan

Crystal Clear Mental Health

PMHNP

Licensed In:
Florida, Iowa, New Mexico, Washington
“I help adults manage anxiety, depression, ADHD, and stress while providing judgment-free care for kink, BDSM, and alternative lifestyles. I provide supportive, psychiatric care for adults in the BDSM, kink, ENM, and alternative lifestyle communities who want a provider that understands nuance, consent culture, communication dynamics, and nontraditional relationships. I specialize in medication management and supportive therapy for anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood concerns, stress, and emotional regulation. My approach is collaborative, modern, and stigma-free. You won’t need to educate me about your lifestyle before getting help. This includes: Relationship Issues, Stress, Open Relationships/ Non-Monogamy, Sex Positive / Kink Allied, LGBTQ+ Allied.”
Services:
Medication Management
Specialties:
ADHD · Anxiety · Consensual Non-Monogamy · Depression
Kent Stormans

Carmichael Counseling Services

LMHC

Licensed In:
California, Washington
“I'm a therapist in Washington state + California, working with adults and teens. I support people through challenges like anxiety, trauma / abuse, relationships, depression, and work with neurodiverse individuals.”
Services:
Individual Therapy, Teen Therapy
Specialties:
ADHD · Anxiety · Bipolar Disorder · Depression · Eating Disorders · Gender Identity · Grief · Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) · Relationship Issues · Substance Use · Trauma & PTSD
Licensed In:
Washington
“Hi, I'm Stephanie, and I am glad you're here. My background includes working in a variety of healthcare and school settings, which has given me a deep understanding of the impact of stress, burnout, and life challenges can have on your overall well-being. These experiences have shaped my compassionate, practical approach to helping individuals navigate difficult seasons and create meaningful change. I specialize in working with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, and a general sense that something is missing. I view therapy as a collaborative partnership where we work together to identify obstacles, build on strengths, and create meaningful change that aligns with your values and goals.”
Services:
Individual Therapy
Specialties:
Anxiety · Burnout · Consensual Non-Monogamy · Depression · Life Transitions · Relationship Issues · Self Esteem

Finding online care in Washington

Online therapy can be a strong option in Washington because finding accessible care is often about more than physical distance alone. Depending on where you live, getting to an in-person appointment may involve ferry schedules, bridge traffic, mountain pass conditions, long drives between towns, or a packed commute across a metro area.

Virtual care lets you widen your search beyond your immediate area and focus on who actually feels like the best fit. That can matter if you want support for trauma, parenting stress, relationship issues, faith questions, identity concerns, or care for children and teens. It can also make scheduling easier if you work shifts, share a car, take care of family members, or need a provider with early, evening, or lunchtime appointments. As you compare options, look at fit, availability, insurance participation, and self-pay fees, not just geography. You can use the resources below to verify licenses or find extra support if you need it.

Online therapy in Washington: common questions

How do I use this page to find the right fit for online therapy in Washington?

Start with what you want help with most, then narrow from there. You might filter by anxiety, depression, trauma, relationships, parenting, grief, or medication support. After that, use the filters for age group, therapy modality, language, insurance, and whether you want talk therapy or medication management. Read a few profiles closely so you can compare approach, experience, availability, and cost. It often helps to make a short list of two or three providers who seem like a realistic fit, then reach out with a few practical questions before booking.

What should I ask before booking with a therapist?

Ask whether they are accepting new online clients in Washington, what issues they commonly help with, what sessions usually look like, and how often they typically recommend meeting. It is also a good idea to ask about insurance, rates, cancellation policies, evening or weekend openings, and how they handle communication between sessions. If fit matters in a specific way, ask about things like language, cultural background, faith sensitivity, identity-affirming care, couples work, or whether they work with children, teens, or families.

Does my online therapist have to live in Washington, and what happens if I travel out of state?

Your therapist does not necessarily have to live in Washington. What matters more is whether they are authorized to treat clients who are physically located in Washington during the session. If you travel out of state, even briefly, your therapist may or may not be able to keep seeing you while you are away because telehealth rules usually depend on where the client is physically located at the time of the appointment. If you travel often or split time between states, bring that up early. You can also browse find a therapist licensed in multiple states.

What types of mental health services are available online through telehealth in Washington?

Depending on the provider, you may find individual therapy, child or teen therapy, couples counseling, family therapy, group therapy, medication management, and testing and evaluations. Availability can vary by provider, training, and service type. Some services may be fully online, while others may include a mix of virtual and in-person steps.

Can I find medication management providers here, and how is medication management different from online therapy?

Yes. If you want help with prescriptions, look for medication management providers such as psychiatrists, advanced registered nurse practitioners, or other prescribers offering telehealth in Washington. Medication management is different from therapy. It usually focuses on evaluation, diagnosis, prescriptions, side effects, refills, and checking how a medication is working over time. Therapy focuses more on emotions, relationships, coping skills, behavior patterns, and ongoing support through conversation. Some people use both. If you need controlled substances prescribed, check with the provider before booking about whether they can do that through telehealth, because additional prescribing restrictions may apply.

Where can I start if I need lower cost or public mental health support in Washington?

A good place to start is Apple Health, Washington’s Medicaid program, if you qualify. Washington State Health Care Authority resources explain how Apple Health mental health coverage works and how to find providers in your plan’s network. If you need immediate support, Washington also has statewide crisis resources, local crisis lines, and the Recovery Help Line. For broader community support, Washington 211 and the National Alliance on Mental Illness Washington chapter can help you find local programs and guidance. You can find the official links in the resources below.

How do I verify a therapist or prescriber’s Washington license?

The simplest first step is the Washington State Department of Health Provider Credential Search, which is the state’s primary source for license verification and is updated daily. For social workers, mental health counselors, marriage and family therapists, and many psychologists, the Washington State Department of Health behavioral health licensing pages are also useful. For advanced registered nurse practitioners, use the Washington State Board of Nursing resources. For psychiatrists and physician assistants, use the Washington Medical Commission resources listed below.

Does insurance cover online therapy in Washington, and how does payment usually work?

Many Washington health plans cover online mental health care when they would cover the same service in person. Your actual cost can still depend on whether the provider is in network, your deductible, your copay, and other plan rules. If you have Apple Health and are enrolled in a managed care plan, you usually need a provider in your plan’s network. Phone-only visits may be covered in some situations, but coverage can depend on your plan and whether you already have an established relationship with the provider. Before you book, ask whether the provider takes your insurance, bills it directly, and what you would owe if you use self-pay instead.

What technology or privacy setup do I need for virtual sessions?

For most online therapy appointments, it is best to meet from a secure location with privacy and a reliable internet connection. A computer or laptop is usually ideal, though a phone or tablet may also work depending on the provider and platform. Most sessions happen by video, but depending on the provider and service, phone calls, texting, secure messaging, or email may also be part of telehealth or follow-up communication. Many providers also have their own policies about where sessions can take place, so it is best to check ahead of time if privacy or location may be an issue. Using a private room, headphones, and a personal device instead of a public or work network can also help protect your privacy.

Are there scheduling, regional, travel, or weather issues in Washington that can make online therapy especially practical?

Yes. In Washington, in-person care can be harder to keep up with when ferry schedules run long, mountain passes are difficult, commutes are unpredictable, or wildfire smoke affects daily life. Online therapy can be especially useful if you live in a rural area, on or near island ferry routes, east of the Cascades but want a specialist elsewhere in the state, or in a busy metro area where travel time adds stress to your week. It can also make therapy easier to fit around school pickup, shift work, caregiving, or unpredictable weather.

When is online therapy not the right choice?

Online therapy may not be the best fit if you are in immediate crisis, need emergency support, require a higher level of care, or do not have a private space or secure internet connection for sessions. In those situations, in-person services or local crisis resources may be more appropriate. If you are in immediate danger or need urgent help, contact local emergency services or call the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline right away. Washington’s crisis lines page is also a good place to find local crisis options.

Washington mental health resources

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

24/7 crisis support by call, text, or chat for suicidal thoughts, mental health crises, substance use concerns, and emotional distress.

WA 211 Mental Health Resources and Help

A statewide resource hub that helps Washington residents find mental health and other community support services.

NAMI Washington Resources

Support, education, affiliates, and mental health resources for individuals and families across Washington.

Washington State Department of Health — Provider Credential or Facility Search

Official Washington search tool for verifying many healthcare provider and facility credentials.

Washington Recovery Help Line

Confidential Washington support and referrals for substance use, mental health, and recovery resources.

Washington Apple Health mental health services

Explains Apple Health mental health coverage, services, and how to get care.

Teen Link

Washington peer support line for teens by call, text, or chat.

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