Nakita Cutter
MS, LMHCFocus areas
- Trauma & PTSD
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Low self-esteem
- Grief
- Abusive relationships
- Addictions
Depression
Therapy & Counseling in Washington
Compassionate, evidence-based counseling to help you heal, grow, and move forward.
Your care team
Meet the therapists who specialize in depression.
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Jenna Meyers
Counseling TeamFocus areas
- Children, teens & families
- Anxiety & depression
- Trauma & LI
- ADHD & Autism
- Premarital & couples
- Life transitions
- Caregiver burnout
Jamie Quinlan
MA, LMHCAFocus areas
- Kids · Youth · Teens
- Family counseling
- Trauma & Abuse
- Divorce & Childhood Trauma
- Christian perspective
- Postpartum & Birth Trauma
- ADHD · Depression · Anxiety
Wallace Forslof
MA, LMHCAFocus areas
- Childhood trauma
- Trauma & PTSD
- ADHD
- Veterans & first responders
- Anxiety & Depression
- Men's issues
- Self-esteem
- Anger management
Alexis Ryan
Counseling TeamFocus areas
- LGBTQ+
- Women's Issues
- Neurodivergent support
- Relationship struggles
- Childhood trauma
- Life Transitions
- Career burnout
- Anxiety & Depression
Understanding it
What is depression, really?
Depression is far more than sadness - it's a persistent heaviness that drains energy, hope, and the ability to enjoy the things you once loved. It can settle in slowly after loss or stress, or arrive without an obvious cause, affecting how you think, feel, sleep, and relate to the people around you.
Symptoms often include low mood, fatigue, changes in appetite or sleep, difficulty concentrating, irritability, and feelings of worthlessness or hopelessness. The emotional weight can make even small tasks feel impossible, and relationships may suffer as you withdraw or feel misunderstood. Depression is treatable, and with the right support, lightness, motivation, and connection can return.
Signs to notice
You may benefit from therapy if…
- Persistent sadness, emptiness, or hopelessness
- Loss of interest in activities you used to enjoy
- Fatigue, low energy, or feeling slowed down
- Changes in sleep or appetite
- Difficulty concentrating or making decisions
- Feelings of worthlessness, guilt, or self-criticism
- Withdrawing from friends, family, or work
- Thoughts that life isn't worth living
Evidence-based care
How therapy can help you heal.
We tailor proven, research-backed modalities to your nervous system, your goals, and your story.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Identify and gently reshape the thought patterns that fuel distress, building practical tools you can use between sessions.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Develop emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and mindfulness skills to navigate overwhelming feelings with steadiness.
Lifespan Integration (LI)
A gentle, body-based modality that helps your nervous system reorganize painful memory along your timeline - without re-traumatization.
Trauma-Informed Therapy
Every session prioritizes safety, choice, and pacing, honoring how past experiences shape the brain, body, and relationships.
Solution-Focused Therapy
Build on your existing strengths and create clear, attainable steps toward the life and relationships you want.
Attachment-Based Therapy
Heal relational wounds by understanding early attachment patterns and learning to experience secure, trusting connection.
Our philosophy
Whole-person healing, your way.
At Healing & Restoration Counseling, care is faith-friendly yet never judgmental - honoring your beliefs, identity, and pace as we walk alongside you.
Compassion
You are met with warmth and zero judgment, exactly where you are today.
Acceptance
Your story, faith, identity, and pace are fully honored throughout your care.
Safety
We move at the speed of your nervous system, building trust before depth.
Authenticity
Real, human therapists who help you reconnect with your truest self.
Mind-Body-Spirit
Whole-person healing that integrates emotional, physical, and spiritual wellbeing.
Personalized Plans
No two journeys are alike - your treatment plan is built around you.
Why choose us
Why Washington trusts Healing & Restoration Counseling.
Licensed, experienced Washington therapists
Telehealth available across all of Washington State
Trauma-informed, nervous-system-aware care
Holistic, mind-body-spirit healing approach
Free 30-minute consultation to find your fit
Evidence-based, research-backed methods
Individualized treatment plans for every client
Confidential, HIPAA-compliant services
We proudly serve clients across Washington State - including Seattle, Bellevue, Everett, Tacoma, Spokane, Vancouver, and our home community of Mill Creek - with secure online therapy that brings expert care wherever you are.
Common questions
Frequently asked questions.
- What are the signs I should see a therapist for depression?
- If low mood, fatigue, or loss of interest lasts more than two weeks and affects your work, sleep, or relationships, counseling can help. You don't need to be in crisis to benefit from support.
- Is depression counseling effective without medication?
- Yes. Many people improve significantly with therapy alone using approaches like CBT and behavioral activation. For some, a combination of therapy and medication works best — we'll help you explore the right path.
- How does therapy help with depression?
- Therapy helps you understand what fuels your depression, reshape negative thought patterns, rebuild daily rhythms, and reconnect with meaning and relationships — giving you practical tools and steady support.
- How long does it take to feel better?
- Many clients notice improvement within 6–12 weeks, though this varies. We track your progress together and adjust your plan to keep momentum toward lasting relief.
- Can you treat depression alongside anxiety?
- Yes. Depression and anxiety often occur together. Our therapists are experienced in treating both at once, addressing the shared roots rather than just the symptoms.
- Do you offer depression counseling online across Washington?
- Yes. We provide secure, HIPAA-compliant telehealth depression counseling to clients throughout Washington State — including Seattle, Bellevue, Everett, Tacoma, Spokane, and Vancouver — so expert care reaches you wherever you live.
- Do you offer a free consultation?
- Yes. Every new client is invited to a free 30-minute consultation. It's a no-pressure way to ask questions, share what you're navigating, and make sure your therapist feels like the right fit before you begin.
- Is therapy confidential?
- Absolutely. All sessions are private and HIPAA-compliant. What you share stays between you and your therapist, with only the narrow legal exceptions required to keep you and others safe.
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Begin your healing
You don't have to navigate this alone.
Healing is possible - and you deserve a compassionate guide for the journey. Reach out today and let us match you with a licensed Washington therapist who truly fits.