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Understanding Mood Disorders: A Guide to Comprehensive Care

Mood Disorders encompass a range of mental illnesses that bring about significant changes in emotional states, impacting daily functioning. Our dedicated team at our depression treatment center in Seattle is here to offer compassionate care and personalized treatment options tailored to your unique journey towards mental well-being. Mood Disorders manifest in various forms, with some […]

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Understanding Anxiety: A Comprehensive Guide

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Anxiety is a natural response that occurs when your brain and body perceive potential danger in your surroundings. This response, often rooted in the instinct for self-preservation, can make the perceived threat feel like a matter of life or death. Whether the danger is social in nature or not, your brain and body may struggle

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Welcoming Callie Houk Back to the SCS Team as a Full-Time Employee

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Steffen Counseling Services would like to extend a warm welcome to our former clinical intern turned full-time SCS employee- Callie Houk! Callie comes to us from The Seattle School, and has been a wonderful addition to our team this past year. Callie is a queer-identified professional based in Bellingham, Washington. Her/their passion lies in providing

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SCS Update: Kelsey Wyman’s New Private Practice Launch

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Steffen Counseling Services is thrilled to celebrate Kelsey Wyman’s graduation and the opening of her new private practice! Kelsey is a dedicated and compassionate therapist who brings a wealth of experience and a unique therapeutic approach to our practice. From Kelsey: In today’s fast-paced and highly individualistic society, finding a sense of connection can be

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The Challenge of Finding Male-Identified Therapists

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In recent years, the importance of mental health has gained widespread recognition, prompting many individuals to seek therapy as a means of support and self-improvement. While the mental health field has become increasingly inclusive, a noticeable challenge persists: the scarcity of male-identified therapists. This shortage raises questions about accessibility and the potential benefits that a

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Preparing for a Lasting Partnership: The Impact of Prepare Enrich in Premarital Counseling

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Steffen Counseling Services is excited to begin offering Prepare Enrich Premarital Couples Therapy with our licensed associate, Aishleen O’Brien. Prepare Enrich Premarital Counseling is grounded in research and has been used by millions of couples worldwide! It offers a structured and evidence-based approach to help couples build a solid foundation for a successful and enduring

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Enhancing Your Sleep: The Power of CBT-I Therapy

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Do you often find yourself tossing and turning in bed, struggling to get a good night’s sleep? If sleep troubles are keeping you up at night, you’re not alone- insomnia is a common issue that affects millions of people worldwide. With the scope of this issue in mind, we’re excited to announce that our dedicated

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Enhancing Relationship Bonds: Unleashing the Power of Gottman Couples Therapy

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At Steffen Counseling Services (SCS), we believe that every relationship has immense potential for growth and happiness. To help clients achieve these goals, one of the many approaches we integrate into our couples therapy sessions is Gottman Couples Therapy. Gottman theory originated right here in Washington State, as a product of over 30 years of

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Navigating Your Blue Cross Blue Shield Coverage: A Guide for Potential Clients

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Welcome to Steffen Counseling Services! We understand that navigating your insurance coverage can be confusing, so if you have questions about your coverage, read on. Specifically, if you have Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) insurance, it’s important to be aware that it can be administered through two main subsidiaries in the Pacific Northwest: Regence and

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A Guide to Creating a Sexual Menu with your Partner

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Intimacy in a relationship goes far beyond the physical aspect; it’s about connecting on a deeper level, sharing desires, and respecting boundaries. One effective tool to foster better intimacy and a more satisfying sexual connection between couples is a simple “Yes-No-Maybe List”. In this blog post, we will explore in detail how to create a

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