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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Rachel Elder

Connected Couples Counseling

LMHC

Licensed In:
Florida, Washington
“I’m the therapist for couples who say, “We’re not in crisis…yet!” I help couples who are not falling apart, but can feel the distance growing–the tensions, the missed bids of connection, and are stuck in the “here we go again” fights that you just can’t seem to break. I love this work because I have seen what is possible when two people stop protecting themselves and start turning toward each other with compassion, accountability, and courage. That breakthrough moment–when they finally feel like teammates again–is why I show up for this work each day! The couples I work with often feel like: “We’re roommates, not partners!” The distance is growing, and they’re worried it may spiral out of control. They know there is real love here, but the closeness, playfulness, and vulnerability are missing. Career, kids, and stress are getting in the way of the intimacy they used to experience. They may wake up one day to find they have a successful career, but it came at the sacrifice of their marriage.”
Services:
Clinical Supervision, Couples Therapy, Individual Therapy
Specialties:
Anxiety · Attachment · Infidelity / Affair Recovery · Relationship Issues · Self Esteem
Kirkland EMDR Counseling

LICSW, LMHC, LSWAIC

Licensed In:
Washington
“At Kirkland EMDR Counseling, we work with adult clients (18+) throughout Washington State who are seeking to heal from trauma, anxiety, and the stress of navigating challenging life transitions. Our clients often include individuals from the LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC/AAPI communities, immigrants, and those facing perinatal mental health challenges, spiritual abuse, or ADHD/Autism. We provide accessible, social justice-oriented, and compassionate teletherapy for people who are ready to process their past and step into a space of strength and resilience. Many of the people we work with feel stuck in survival mode or struggle with systemic oppressions, and they are seeking a culturally responsive, gender-affirming environment. If you are looking to rewrite your story in a way that supports our practice would be a great fit.”
Services:
Individual Therapy
Specialties:
ADHD · Anxiety · Burnout · Depression · Gender Identity · Grief · Immigrant & Refugee Mental Health · Life Transitions · Pregnancy, Postpartum & Perinatal Mental Health · Religious Trauma & Spiritual Abuse · Self Esteem · Spirituality · Trauma & PTSD · Women’s Mental Health
Sunny Broadhead

Portal Wellness Collective

MFTA

Licensed In:
Oregon, Washington
“I work primarily with adults seeking individual, couple, or family therapy. I focus my work on providing space for members of the Queer and Neurodivergent populations, as well as folks experiencing or interested in non-traditional relationship structures. I work well with folks who value honesty and humor in the therapy room. I tend to enjoy collaborating with my clients to explore topics related to identity, navigating complex relationships, and working through trauma that may be influencing our present day experience. I center my work on exploring how our patterns of behavior, emotions, and the stories we are carrying impact how we show up in our relationships and our beliefs about ourselves.”
Services:
Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, Individual Therapy
Specialties:
ADHD · Anxiety · Consensual Non-Monogamy · Gender Identity · Highly Sensitive People (HSP) · Relationship Issues · Self Esteem · Trauma & PTSD · Women’s Mental Health
Dr. Sara Frye

Frye Psychological Services

PhD

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
“Frye Psychological Services is a neurodiversity-affirming practice that provides comprehensive neuropsychological evaluations for children and adults (including adults being diagnosed for the first time). Our evaluations provide a comprehensive look at an individual’s neurocognitive profile, as well as their social-emotional and behavioral functioning. This information is used to help clarify diagnoses, identify areas for growth, and provide personalized recommendations to help neurodivergent individuals overcome barriers and thrive at school, work, and in their daily life.”
Services:
Testing and Evaluations
Specialties:
ADHD · Autism · Educational and Learning Disabilities
Ashley Claiborne

Dr. Ashley Cares

PsyD

Licensed In:
Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, California, 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
“Empowering you to find a healthy balance! Are you the go-to person that everyone turns to with their problems? It's great to be relied on, but sometimes it can feel like a lot, right? If you are an overachiever juggling a lot on your plate and feeling the weight of anxiety, depression, or work stress, you're not alone. Here, you will find a safe and confidential space to unpack those heavy feelings with someone who gets it. Let's work together to ease that burden and find some balance in your life. Ready to take that first step towards feeling better? Let's chat.”
Services:
Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, Individual Therapy, Testing and Evaluations
Specialties:
Taylor McCarrey

McCarrey Counseling

LPC-S, LMHC

Licensed In:
Texas, Washington
“I am especially good at working with people who have tried therapy and had bad experiences but are still looking for help. I'm also particularly good at helping people who over-intellectualize their emotions. Many of my clients are highly self-aware people who understand their patterns but feel stuck anyway. If you're good at explaining your problems but bad at actually changing them, I can help you break the spiral and move forward.”
Services:
Clinical Supervision, Individual Therapy
Specialties:
Anger Management · Anxiety · Attachment · Burnout · Career Counseling · Caregiver Support · Depression · Executive Coaching · Faith-Based Care · Grief · Life Transitions · Men’s Mental Health · Relationship Issues · Religious Trauma & Spiritual Abuse · Self Esteem · Spiritual Abuse · Spirituality · Trauma & PTSD
Amber Noone

Guided Growth Mental Wellness

LMHC (WA), LCPC (MT)

Licensed In:
Montana, Washington
“I help adults who grew up with emotionally immature, unavailable or overly reactive parents break free from patterns that are no longer serving them. The ways you learned to cope aren’t failures. They were survival strategies. I'm committed to creating a safe, collaborative and compassionate space to help you understand how your past experiences have shaped your relationships, sense of self and emotional well being In addition to my primary practice focus, I have been fortunate to have a diverse range of experiences and am experienced in supporting clients 13 and up. I've worked extensively with service members and their families as well on a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, work-life balance, attachment, family of origin/adverse childhood experiences, relationships, domestic violence, occupational stress, parenting, grief/loss and life transitions.”
Services:
Individual Therapy, Parenting Therapy, Teen Therapy
Specialties:
ADHD · Anger Management · Anxiety · Attachment · Behavioral Issues · Burnout · Career Counseling · Codependency · Depression · Divorce · Domestic Abuse · Grief · Life Transitions · Perfectionism · Relationship Issues · Self Esteem · Trauma & PTSD · Women’s Mental Health
Karen Lucas

Radiant Health Center

LMHC, LMP

Licensed In:
Texas, Washington
“You don’t have to have it all figured out to reach out. Most people who find their way to my office — or to a virtual session — arrive carrying something they’ve been holding for a long time. Maybe it’s anxiety that never fully quiets. Maybe it’s a relationship pattern that keeps repeating no matter how hard you try. Maybe you’ve always felt a little different from the people around you, and you’re not sure why. Maybe something happened — or many things happened — and your body and mind haven’t felt safe since. Whatever brings you here, you are welcome. My practice is built around the belief that healing happens in relationship, and that every person deserves a space where all of their parts — even the ones that feel messy, confusing, or hard to explain — are met with warmth and curiosity. I work with individuals and couples in person on Capitol Hill in Seattle, and virtually in WA & TX.”
Services:
Couples Therapy, Individual Therapy, Parenting Therapy
Specialties:
ADHD · Anxiety · Attachment · Autism · Burnout · Chronic Pain and Illness · Codependency · Depression · Divorce · Highly Sensitive People (HSP) · Life Transitions · Pregnancy, Postpartum & Perinatal Mental Health · Relationship Issues · Self Esteem · Trauma & PTSD
Jessica English

Purpose Counseling and Psychotherapy

MA, LMFT

Licensed In:
California, Oregon, Washington
“At Purpose Counseling we work with adults who are ready to overcome limitations and find more purpose, aliveness and vitality in their day to day life by connecting more fully with themselves and others.”
Services:
Couples Therapy, Individual Therapy
Specialties:
ADHD · Anxiety · Autism · Chronic Pain and Illness · Highly Sensitive People (HSP) · Relationship Issues · Trauma & PTSD · Women’s Mental Health
Dr. Jessica Hasson

Pay It Forward Assessments

PhD

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 as young as 4, adolescents, and adults. I conduct a variety of different types of evaluations using a therapeutic, strengths based-approach. These include comprehensive psychological evaluations, psychoeducational evaluations, diagnostic clarification, treatment recommendations, personality assessment, assessment with 2E Individuals, & Child/Adolescent/Adult Autism Evaluations.”
Services:
Individual Therapy, Testing and Evaluations
Specialties:
ADHD · Autism · Bipolar Disorder · Depression · Dissociative Disorders · Educational and Learning Disabilities · Highly Sensitive People (HSP) · Life Transitions · Menopause & Perimenopause · Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) · Personality Disorders · Psychosis · Trauma & PTSD
Licensed In:
Washington
“I am accepting new clients. I specialize in helping Gen Z and Millennials (individuals and couples, ages 15-45) who struggle with anxiety, life transitions, communication, attachment wounds, and trauma. Together, we will make space for your whole story - the good, the difficult, especially the parts that may have been misunderstood or dismissed. We’ll look at the patterns keeping you stuck, challenge the thoughts that make things harder, and build coping tools that work for your life. I offer non-judgmental sessions, with a little bit of humor - I believe humor can healing!”
Services:
Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, Individual Therapy
Specialties:
Anxiety · Attachment · Burnout · Codependency · Depression · Divorce · Life Transitions · Men’s Mental Health · Panic · Relationship Issues · Women’s Mental Health

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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