Patricia Starr, M.A. LMHC
WELCOME
Counseling can increase your knowledge of self, challenge and change limiting beliefs, strengthen self esteem, enhance your inner wisdom, reduce stress, help you develop and improve relationships, and release past and current pain.
If you have questions about counseling or would like to schedule a meeting call 425.417.0877 or email starrp@olypen.com.
If you have questions about counseling or would like to schedule a meeting call 425.417.0877 or email starrp@olypen.com.
WHAT TO EXPECT
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Pat’s professional foundation is grounded in supporting one’s mental and physical independence through self directed wellness.
Pat is an interactive therapist. She asks questions, offers observations, and looks for patterns within aspects of your life. Believing that you are the final expert on you, she relies on you to set the direction for therapy and trusts in your unique healing process. |
She will often use metaphor, guided imagery, body symptoms, gestalt, insight and cognitive/behavioral therapy, EMDR, EFT, and relaxation training when working with individuals and couples. You may expect to receive “homework” assignments and to be an active participant in your healing process. You will be encouraged to ask questions, to trust your inner self, and to verbalize any uneasiness you might experience about your therapy process.
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Any movement toward wholeness, health and wellness reflects your natural state of being. The conscious reintegration of your mind, body, and spirit is at the heart of the healing process. Pat believes that everyone has within them a healing aspect or nature and her objective is to support your healing process with therapeutic approaches that enhance your natural style. Her focus is to help you to regain confidence in your innate ability to heal and increase your satisfaction in life.
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PAT STARR
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Pat has a Bachelor of Arts in Education Degree from Central Washington University and a Master of Arts in Psychology Degree from Antioch University. Her private practice, as well as membership in the American Counseling Association began in 1990.
In addition to her private practice in Bellevue, Washington spanning twenty years, she served as the Bellevue School District's Employee Assistance Provider and Counselor for ten years. She currently has a private practice in Sequim, Washington. Pat is an independent practitioner. Education Bachelor of Arts Central Washington State University Master of Arts Antioch University, Seattle Certifications EMDR Level II Loss and Grief Advanced Success Motivation Coaching Gerontology Certification, University of Washington School of social work Animal Hospice Understanding Psylocybin: Effects, Neurobiology, and Therapeutic Approaches Work Experience Counseling Private Practice from 1988 to present. Employee Assistance Provider and Counselor for the Bellevue School District from 1990 to 2010. Employee Assistance Counselor for First Choice Health, Costco, Jamstown S'Klallam Tribe and the US Coast Guard in Sequim. Counselor, Eastside Recovery Center. Para-educator, Bellevue Community College. |
