Hello. My name is Maggie "Gigi" Ishaq. I am the owner and one of the therapists here at Balanced Living Therapy, LLC.
I received my master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy (Seattle Pacific University), and my bachelor's degree in psychology/professional studies with an emphasis on substance use counseling (Seattle Pacific University). I have additional professional training as an EMDR therapist and have completed the coursework and training for the cultural competency for the first responder counselor. My area of expertise is working with responders and their families, couples and individuals. Additional experience in working with eating disorders, depression and PTSD.
My approach to therapy is person centered, collaborative and interactive. As your therapist, I will help you to make positive changes in your life as we identify and challenge some of the negative beliefs which may be interfering with your goals.
During our work together, I may use various treatment modalities, interventions and strategies based on your needs. Emotionally Focused therapy, (EFT) for individuals and couples, Psycho dynamic Therapy, and Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing, (EMDR), for trauma and PTSD.
I am committed to providing you with a safe space free of judgment. I will honor your individualism, your beliefs and your core values. It is my hope that you will find your balance in life!
EMDR
PTSD
Grief & Loss
Self Esteem
Eating Disorders
Attachment Disorders
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Substance Use Counseling
Marriage/Couples and Individual Therapy
Master of Science in Marriage and Family Counseling -Seattle Pacific University.
Bachelor of Arts in Professional Studies/Psychology -Seattle Pacific University.
Associate of Technical Arts Degree in Alcohol and Chemical Dependency Counseling; EDCC
Behavioral Research Therapy Clinic (BRTC), University of Washington and Children's Hospital, research therapist
Chemical Dependency Counseling. Supportive Therapy Model for Teens
Licensed Mental Health Counselor - Credential # LH60200522
Substance Use Disorder Professional Certification # CP00005296
(State of WA)
Marriage and Family Therapist
Certified Clinical Supervisor DOH-State of WA
My name is Jesse Dunn. I am the agency director and one of the clinical supervisors at Balanced Living Therapy, LLC. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and have worked in mental health since 2017, most recently as a crisis worker serving high-risk and vulnerable populations.
My experience includes counseling individuals, families, and couples. As an advocate of equity and social justice, I believe that inclusion is crucial; as is examining my own privilege, power, and presence on a regular basis. I view therapy as one vehicle to address systemic issues and pressures of which we all experience.
Born and raised in the Pacific Northwest, I have a one-eyed dog, and am doing my best to live my life in the present.
Stripped of its bells and whistles, therapy is a person (or people) entering a space with a willingness to be vulnerable and move toward growth. I do my best to foster safety and comfort so that this can be easily achieved. I’m down to earth, I like to make jokes, I don’t easily judge. Our quality of relationship will be the biggest determinant of therapeutic success, so that is what I prioritize.
My therapeutic perspective is most similar to “Humanistic Psychology.” It has taught me a few key things:
1) You are the expert on your own life.
2) Humans are destined to grow (if they can get out of their own way).
3) Problems are far less relevant than people.
Keeping these things in mind, much can be accomplished in a supportive environment.
Grief and Loss
Mindfulness (& meditation)
Unpacking Oppression
Family Dynamics
Self-worth
CBT and DBT for depression and anxiety
Crisis Existentialism
End of life
Terminally ill
People with disabilities
Master of Marriage and Family Therapy, Seattle Pacific University
Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Philosophy, University of Portland
MODALITIES:
Narrative Therapy
Mindfulness & Meditation
Dialectical Behavior Therapy; DBT
Cognitive Behavior Therapy; CBT
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, License # LH61165341
State of Washington
Certified Clinical Supervisor, DOH, WA
Agency Director
Hi everyone, my name is Karli DuBois! My pronouns are she/her and I am a Master of Arts Counseling-Psychology graduate student at Bastyr University. At Balanced Living, I am currently in my externship and am a future intern beginning in September. When I’m not on site or in class, I’m on a walk with my dog or cozied up with a book!
I believe in embracing the individuality of the therapeutic process from a patient and encouraging perspective. In the words of Brené Brown, “in order to empathize with someone’s experience, you must be willing to believe them as they see it, and not how you imagine their experience to be.”
Looking at the individual as a whole allows for new areas of change, focus, and skills. Whether it’s a client's physical, mental, or spiritual health, each of these has their own individual importance as well as effects universally. I look forward to witnessing clients get to know their true selves.
Family Dynamics
Adolescents
Individual Therapy
Master of Arts Counseling-Psychology-candidate- Bastyr University
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, University of Washington
Hello, my name is Annalise Boon and I am a masters student at Bastyr University. I will be starting my practicum at Balanced Living Therapy in September of this year and am currently working as an employee and accepting clients at this time. I enjoy walking with individuals through life's ups and downs. I have worked with young children, teenagers, and seniors. It has been valuable to me to see how the opposite ends of the lifespan reflect and balance each other. I hope to live a life that reflects authenticity, patience, intentionality, and understanding.
Things that bring me joy are new books and stories, trying to perfect gluten free recipes, and creating music.
Therapy can be a difficult, beautiful, vulnerable, and growth promoting process. My goal is to create a space where all of this can be possible. It's important to look at the individual as more than the sum of their many life roles: they are their own context, and they are whole. I walk with people on their journey of finding balance and flexibility for the challenges that life brings. Sometimes past coping skills no longer serve their purpose and hold us back from the life we want. It is not my place to take that away. Instead, I would like to look at the value the skills may have had and explore new ways of coping that lead to the individual's well being.
Strengths-based Approaches
Existentialism
Art and Music Therapies
Internal Family Systems Parts Work
Master of Arts Counseling-Psychology-candidate-Bastyr University
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, Trinity Western University, Langley, B.C
Hello! My name is Kimberly Crispeno (she/her), and I am currently a graduate student at The Seattle School of Theology and Psychology. I am pursuing a Concentration in Trauma and Abuse. Before embarking on this current journey, I dedicated 25 years to ordained ministry, where my aim was to guide individuals in embracing their questions, finding healing amidst their wounds, and living fulfilling lives.
When I'm not working as a clinical intern at Balanced Living Therapy, LLC, I enjoy spending quality time with my family. Relationships hold immense value for me. Additionally, I have a profound appreciation for nature, creating beauty, and finding joyous ways to engage with life.
My own personal story has instilled in me a deep curiosity and compassion for the stories of others. I recognize that we all carry a multitude of experiences, many of which remain hidden beneath the surface. I believe that each of us yearns to achieve wholeness and lead fulfilling lives. Unfortunately, we often encounter obstacles that hinder this journey. Throughout our lives, we develop strategies and patterns that demonstrate remarkable creativity and aid in survival. Some of these strategies may no longer serve us well, impeding our ability to maintain healthy relationships with ourselves and others. It is an honor for me to be invited into someone's story and accompany them on their path.
I firmly believe that there isn't a single therapeutic approach that fits everyone. I strive to utilize various therapeutic modalities, drawing upon my training, experience, and creativity to collaboratively work with you in achieving your therapeutic goals. While I am drawn to a relational psychodynamic approach, internal family systems, and attachment theory work, my ultimate aim is to tailor our work to your unique needs. If other modalities, methods, or interventions would be beneficial, I am open to incorporating them. I recognize the vulnerability that comes with therapeutic work and I am committed to respecting and honoring your boundaries, ensuring a safe space for our journey together. My deepest hope is that you will look back on our work as a significant part of your path toward flourishing.
Depression
Anxiety
Complex PTSD and Abuse
Spiritual and Religious Abuse
Grief and Loss
Midlife
LGBTQIA+
Eating Disorders
Couples and Family Therapy
Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology with a Concentration in Trauma and Abuse, candidate — The Seattle School of Theology and Psychology, Seattle, WA
Master of Divinity — Princeton Theological Seminary
Bachelor of Arts in English—Seattle Pacific University, Seattle, WA
Hello, my name is Winonna Saari, and I am a clinical intern here at Balanced Living Therapy.
I am currently completing my Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with certification in Trauma at Antioch University Seattle.
I am a published Author who aspires to unrelenting advocacy in cultivating safety, shifting, and enriching individuals to define and pursue their healing and supporting them and their families with the resources they need to reach their full potential and thrive.
My approach to counseling is grounded in integrative therapies where I draw from various techniques, methods, and frameworks to tailor the therapy to each client's specific needs. I implement different therapeutic modalities including Attachment Therapy – Somatic Therapy – Trauma Informed Care personalizing treatment plans rather than adhering strictly to one therapeutic approach. I prioritize creating a safe space where the client feels secure. This involves building a trusting therapeutic relationship. I encourage collaboration between the client and myself, involving the client in the decision-making process regarding their treatment goals and strategies, allowing them to have agency in their healing journey. Recognizing and respecting the cultural, social, and individual differences of clients. Educate the client about trauma and its effects on the mind and body and the common trauma responses such as hypervigilance, dissociation, or triggers. I work with the client to manage their responses and raise their awareness of how these factors might impact their experiences of trauma and their healing process. Focus on the client's strengths and resilience rather than just their trauma. Help them identify and utilize their coping skills, strengths, and resources to foster resilience and facilitate healing.
Depression
Anxiety
Loss/Grief
Trauma/PTSD
Addiction
Attachment
Somatic
Antioch University Seattle, 2021 to present.
MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling CMHC
CACREP
AMERICAN COUNSELING ASSOCIATION Member to present.
Chi Sigma Iota OMG Chapter Member to present.
Bachelor of Arts; Communication, emphasis in Journalism: Seattle Pacific University, 2014
Associate of Arts degree, Journalism: Everett Community College
Professional Experience
Intern
Antioch University Seattle Clinic, CMHC
Hi there. I’m Laine (Laney) Grover (she/her). I am a graduate student from Walden University, working towards my master's in social work. and currently an intern at Balanced Living Therapy.
I have 10 years of experience helping families and adults transition in mental and behavioral health settings. Additionally, I have worked as a Case Manager helping the homeless populations, helping clients with substance use abuse get back on their feet and accomplish the goals they set for themselves.
Therapy is to have a therapeutic alliance within the framework of the client and professional relationship. I am committed to building that rapport ensuring that I provide a safe environment for discussing prominent issues. I believe in empathy and compassion and will help guide and support you in your journey. You are never alone or helpless.
Healing starts with identifying the problem, and I believe that acknowledging the strengths and weaknesses will only give character to a story, timeline, or person. I am passionate about my endeavors in helping people be their best selves. What needs to happen is already trying to happen.
Trauma
PTSD
Sexual Abuse
Mental health
Spirituality
Acculturation Difficulty
Humanistic Therapy
Masters of Social Work Intern- Walden University, 2024
B.A in Applied Behavioral Science & Sociology-Ashford University, 2016
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